Happy Mother's Day to Me (and my mom)

Many of you probably don't know that I am a brand new mom. It was pretty fast, and I didn't tell a lot of people, so don't feel left out or hurt that I didn't tell you. I posted some pictures, because I know you are all just dying to see my little bundle of joy and announcements are just outside my budget right now. I'm saving for grad school. By the way, I haven't named her yet and I am not planning on it-- I'm not the naming type.

Here she is with her big sister. Big sister has been getting a little jealous because she doesn't get to spend as much time with mom lately, but overall she's handling it quite well. Such a big girl!
They have been playing quite well together... here they are in the recliners watching a documentary on The Effects of the Little Ice Age on Europe on the big screen. Mom didn't realize she would be a grandma so soon. Here she is hastily tying a quilt for the newest addition. Can you see the family resemblance? We always knew Sam would be pretty much the best uncle there ever was and he has not let us down. He has already taken his niece to work out with him, hang out with his friends, and groove with him on rock band. Or, if he hasn't, he will. What a star. Meg couldn't be more excited!

Really, though. For graduation, my parents bought me a piccolo. Thanks, mom and dad. My brother thinks it is the perfect instrument for me because I am little. I'm not exactly looking forward to being a piccolo player, but it'll be good for me! And for all you flute players out there-- it's a Hammig with a winged headjoint. It's nice because it directs my airstream in pretty well, so it doesn't sound half bad! Wahoo.

And Happy Mother's Day to my own mom. She is such a star and I just love being home for a little bit so I can be her little friend and we can spend time together. I know she secretly likes me best. Sorry, Luke and Meg, it's just the truth. My mom is the bomb.

Oh and if you wanted to send baby gifts, I am totally open to that. Gift cards would be best. Thanks!