Wow, this week has been one of the hardest and most rewarding weeks of my life. No one could have prepared me for this, but thank God that I have such a wonderful husband and family to help me through it all. Ford is wonderful and is doing great, but I on the other hand have seen my ups and downs this past week. As Brad wrote we had some feeding issues at the first of the week, but thanks to Nurse Jean and all the wonderful staff at Women's Hospital we figured out how to rememdy the problem. For those of you who have called - thanks so much. Please know that I am not just ignoring you, but adjusting to motherhood has and still is an overwhelming experience to me. I cry often like right now and have no idea why. I know this is normal for after pregnancy, though. My mom left yesterday. It was so nice to have her here. Brad goes back to work tomorrow. I cry just thinking about it. He has been so wonderful to me and I am going to miss him being here all day with us. Thankfully my dad is coming in the morning to spend the week with me, so I will still have some company and help during the day. Ford still has his days and nights mixed up, so none of us get much sleep. We will try to keep posting pics as much as possible - especially for our family far away. Now I am off for a nap 
Ford's first bath. Thanks Grandmomma for giving it to me!
Ford's first ride in his swing.
Thanks Nanie for my yellow outfit.
Pure sweetness!!!
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Sleep will come sooner than you think! You will look up and wonder where all the time went :) I will be praying for you during this transition! Motherhood is hard work but definitely the most rewarding job you could ever have!! I keep reminding myself too :)
Jenn-he is presh! You know if you need anything, I am just around the corner! I want to come play with him sometime next week! Just let me know which afternoon is best! Love yall!
Cheree'
oh jennifer! i feel you! i really do! it is really tough being a mama... but i PROMISE, it will get better soon! and do NOT be ashamed if you are having a tougher time than you expected or a tougher time than your friends have had! i had a hard time after nash was born... don't be afraid to get some 'help' from your doctor if you get to that point!
camp had his days and nights mixed up when he was ford's age... and it will work itself out.. he will figure it out soon!
i know you are doing great!
don't be too hard on yourself... and dont be afraid to ask for help! i learned that one the hard way!
he is BEAUTIFUL!
Awe!! I love the top picture. And I am sure you are doing a great job!
Hey Jennifer!
I am in love with your little guy. Sooo sweet.
First days of being mommy are hard. They really really really are. Anyone who tells you otherwise is lying. They are great and wonderful and special... and HARD!!! You are so clouded by changing hormone levels, you don't have a chance to think straight. (not just you... all of us mommies)
Take it easy... do what you can. It gets better. God does an amazing thing on mommies... he uses the hormones to fog your memory. As they subside, you won't even remember how hard these days were.
On the upside of it all, little boys LOVE their mommies! He is going to adore you. Tabor is all mommy all the time.... and I wouldn't change it for the world. :o) It is such a special thing the relationship that little boys have with their mommies. Until you experience it, it is just impossible to understand.
Anyway, I have gone on long enough... You all are in our thoughts and prayers!
We really are twitterpatted with Ford. He is just too cute!
Rebecca Fleming
Hey Jennifer,
I finally figured out how to sign in:) Please know that I think about you and pray for you everyday!! Being a Mommy is such a hard job but I want you to remind yourself every time you get frustrated and overwhelmed how much GOD loves you.. and how perfect Ford is.. You are such a precious precious Mommy and he could not have picked a better one to give Ford and Brad the love that you give,, they are so blessed to call you theirs..Please call me if I can be any help, I so bad wish I lived closer to help you and love on you both!! Please call me if you need to laugh, cry. scream whatever I am here!! Give him lots of hugs and kisses from all of us, and tell him Aunt Shannon loves him bunches!! Love you too!! Shannon
Jen
He is pure sweetness! Glad you are taking time for you and to make the adjustments because it is overwhelming. Please let me know if I can do anything for you.
Take care and you all remain in our prayers,
Charles, Julie and Charlie
Jen, He is so stinkin cute. It will get better. It took Brinkley a bit to figure out those days and nights. I am sure you are doing a great job. Call if I can help in any way.
Oooooo...he is a cutie! I cannot wait to hold him!
hey jenn, it is hard in the beginning but this too shall pass! i do remember having those feelings but at the same time it's hard to remember. just hang in there and before you know it things will seem sooo much better! i will def. be praying for you guys. love ya
brooke
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