Hello to All,
I would like to announce the arrival of our third child, Brady Kale McEntire. He surprised me and decided to make his grand entrance two weeks early on November 13. I arrived at the hospital at 8pm and delivered him at 10pm. Just enough time to get into a room, begin an IV, and luckily an epideral! He was 7lbs. 14oz. 19.75" long.
We are adjusting to life with a newborn and the lack of sleep that typically occurs. Macy merrily enters our room, every morning, around 7am and is ready to begin her day. She doesn't like to sit back and watch cartoons while we catch up on rest like her big brother did. Often, she will watch a bit of Mickey Mouse but really wants her breakfast instead! And, she does not mind reminding you every chance she can.
She is adjusting well to her little brother and is truly a blessing. Macy certainly has a sweet demeanor and has handled many changes in her short life. December 23, she will turn 2 years old and is very proud to share with anyone that she is a big sister. She likes to speak of her big brother, she says "Colby angel" and her baby brother, "Brady Kale". She was caught a few days back slowly crawling up to Brady while he was in the swing. She was saying, "I'm gonna get cha, tickle, tickle, tickle!" Brian and I have learned that she is a sponge that soaks up anything she hears and keeps us on our toes. I am so thankful for such a sweet, darling daughter. I am a proud mommy!
Time is marching on and bringing many new changes in our lives. The weather is turning colder and I find myself staying inside more than I like, mostly because of Brady. However, Macy and I have been able to go outside recently a little at a time. She loves being outside as much as her mommy. I let her ride Colby's Gator the other day and she had a ball. I felt so much love and happiness watching her drive happily around our 2 acres. I believe Colby is always with us and was most likely tickled that Macy could actually drive it. I remember clearly the last time he drove it...he had begun having much pain while trying to walk, but when he sat on his Gator one last time, he drove it for nearly 45 minutes. Perhaps he knew that could of been the last time...who would of known? I would of never imagined I would have to continue life without him. I will admit, I have difficult moments still. Emotion rolls in fast and catches me off guard. A song, a child the same age, or even a quiet unexpected moment fills my mind with thoughts of my sweet little boy and fills my eyes with tears. I miss him so, so much. The holidays have not become any easier either. They are another day that should be celebrated and fun, but end as a reminder of what is missing. There is always something missing...Colby. I have accepted that a void will forever remain in my heart. Even though unexpected troubles happen often throughout one's life, I know I can and will be able to handle whatever comes my way. I have experienced the worse thing that could happen to a mother. I survived and knew I was not alone. Many told me that "God only gives you what you can handle". I know now that is true. It was hard to accept during the storm, but once you realize there are still good things ahead, it is easier to admit that statement is true. But, it does not make the emptiness easier. I guess all you can do is take one day...one moment at a time. Embrace what you do have and give thanks....
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Sending love to all...
Amanda
