I can't believe Rayleigh is already 7 weeks old. It seems like just yesterday we found out we were having a girl,
and now she's here. Our lives have changed so much! I find myself thinking, "What did we ever do with our time before Rayleigh?" ha ha. She is getting big so fast. She's already holding her head up a lot and starting to focus on objects... She loves lights right now and loves being outside. She also really likes the little mobile on her swing. She's just started this new little high-pitched squeal when she wants attention or isn't getting her way. It's funny.
We are all adjusting more and more to everyday life with little Ray Ray. We're starting to get on more of a schedule at night, which is really helping me & Kit. Anything more than 5 hours of sleep per night has become more of a luxury than a neccessity. I never knew I could function on such little sleep!
Rayleigh is already my little Road Warrior & Socialite. She has been out to West Texas twice now. She does great in the car. She pretty much sleeps the whole time, which is nice because then Mom & Dad get to actually carry on some adult conversations.
We also took her to her first Texas Rangers baseball game! She did so awesome. Kit bought her an Ian Kinsler jersey that she wore. She's must be Ian's good luck charm because he hit two home runs that night!
My Dad, Piper, Paige, and Wyatt came to visit a few weeks ago.
Dad brought his race car, and we all went to the dirt track in Stephenville to watch him race it. Emily, Josh, and Alissa joined us. We had a blast just getting to all hang out, and even better, Dad won!! Rayleigh enjoyed the races from her Baby Bjorn strapped to me. She slept for most of the evening while sporting ear-muffs because it was loud. She looked really funny.
Rayleigh definitely is not shy about telling us when she is hungry. She eats a lot and pretty often, which is pretty normal for little Langdon babies! She sleeps pretty well during the day, and her favorite is taking naps naked in her crib. It's adorable, and she always looks so peaceful.
I go back to work on July 13th, which I am dreading. I really like my job, but I have cherised every minute I have been home with her. She changes so much from day to day and week to week. I am afraid I am going to miss something! But, back to reality I must go. Kit will be watching her until he has to go back to work too. Say some prayers for us for patience for Kit while he is home alone with her and for strength for me while I am away from them. It's going to be hard!!
We have Rayleigh's baptism scheduled for August 22nd, which is also Makemma's birthday and Joe & Karen's anniversary. We'll have a lot to celebrate that day, and we are really looking forward to it.
Well, that's all for now!! Hope everyone is doing well. We love and miss everyone! ~ Kit, Bri, and Rayleigh
e way to work on Monday. I even had a few moments during the day at work. I had a hard time even though Kit is the one keeping her. I trust him completely and am not worried in any way. I just miss her! I feel like "I'm her Momma. I should be there with her." As the week has gone on though, it has gotten easier. I feel like I have gotten a little bit of a mental break, and it's good to have some adult interaction. Kit brought her up to the club today for lunch, and I got to show her off. I loved it! 
immunizations. I don't know who cried harder, Rayleigh or Mom. She was a trooper though!! For those of you that think she is a chunk, you are right! ha ha.... She weighed 13 lbs, 11 ozs and was 23 1/4 inches long. She is in the 90% for her weight and 75% for her height and head size. The doctor said she is extremely healthy and not to change a thing (even if she is a little on the chunky side). According to him, she is doing fantastic and he is very pleased with her overall health and develpoment so far. That's always good to hear!
ross the street from us. They have a 7 month old son named Bryson, and he is Rayleigh's little man!! Kat & I have known each other for about 2 years, and I am so thankful for Kat's friendship. She is a great person and awesome friend!
and now she's here. Our lives have changed so much! I find myself thinking, "What did we ever do with our time before Rayleigh?" ha ha. She is getting big so fast. She's already holding her head up a lot and starting to focus on objects... She loves lights right now and loves being outside. She also really likes the little mobile on her swing. She's just started this new little high-pitched squeal when she wants attention or isn't getting her way. It's funny.
Dad brought his race car, and we all went to the dirt track in Stephenville to watch him race it. Emily, Josh, and Alissa joined us. We had a blast just getting to all hang out, and even better, Dad won!! Rayleigh enjoyed the races from her Baby Bjorn strapped to me. She slept for most of the evening while sporting ear-muffs because it was loud. She looked really funny.
Rayleigh definitely is not shy about telling us when she is hungry. She eats a lot and pretty often, which is pretty normal for little Langdon babies! She sleeps pretty well during the day, and her favorite is taking naps naked in her crib. It's adorable, and she always looks so peaceful. 
Whew! What a whirlwind of a tour we just finished! After being gone for 10 days, it's nice to be home, but we had a great time in West Texas. Rayleigh & I went out a few days early and visited some of the family in St. Lawrence.
We spent two days in St. Lawrence and then we went to Olfen for Leslie Matthiesen's wedding. We got to get dressed up all 
pretty, so we took some pictures. Here is a picture of four generations of Halfmann women. Pretty neat!! It was really fun to be able to take these pictures.
Rayleigh had her first trip to the pool with Makemma, Granny, and me. She was lookin' good in her swimsuit.
I don't know if I could have made it through 2 straight hours of pushing (half of that with no pain meds) without them. They were awesome, and I am so happy that we got to share that experience. She is very healthy, and there is no doubt her lungs are working fine! :) 
