Wow! How the time flies. I have been a mommy of 2 for almost 3 weeks already. Little Akira Mercy Balazs made her appearence on Feb. 2 at 7:58 am. Her coming will be memorable, as we were having a snow/ freezing rain storm when I went into labour. The drive to the hospital normaly takes about an hour, and that night it tooks us closer to two. Nick just kept pleading with me not to have her in the car!

I was very blessed to once again have a short and easy labor and delivery. We arrived at the hospital at about 4:30 am and like I said before Akira arrived before 8. She "popped out" in 2 contractions - a far cry from the 2 hours of pushing with Isaac!!! I was even able to cut the cord.

Isaac is adjusting very well to being a big brother. He is my little helper - he burps Akira and sings to her and brings me diapers and wipes - he is my sweet big boy. Lindsay is more interested in boys these days than in her new little sibling - but she is always willing to lend a hand whenever we ask.

Nick and I will be taking a trip to Baltimore over my spring break - it's only a week away - yay. I know my little ones will be showered with lovin' from Grammy and Grandad! Nick and I will get to have a little time on our own - thanks to the grandparents.

Well, that's me in a nutshell - now it's back to the books before the princess wakes up and wants to eat.

Wow I can't believe what a slacker I've been! Well, slacker on here anyway - life has been insanely busy!

Let's see if I can put it in a nutshell....

Nick's grandpa passed away at the beginning of November. He died peacfully in his sleep at home in his own bed. The funeral was beautiful - the Canadian legion was there and perfromed final taps and we all placed poppies on the casket as Pappa Joe was a decorated vet of WWII.

Nick has been spending all his spare minutes (which are few and far between) working on Lindsay's room so that Isaac can finally move out of our room. He has about 40 more days before the new baby comes, as I refuse to share a room with 2 babies!

Lindsay is experiencing her first major "crush" his name is Steele and that is all we hear about these days! (much to our relief Steele is not "crushing" on Lindsay). She has also joined Sea Cadets and loves it. They just had there formal Christmas dinner at the Legion where they were able to practice there best table manners.

Isaac is, well, Isaac. Busy, whirlwind, crazy, goofy, are just some of the words that best describe my boy. We are so excited to watch him grow into a sweet (though opinionated) little boy. He is so good natured most of the time, but boy does he have a temper! His favorite thing to do is to go to the pool. He has no fear of the water and has taught himself how to blow bubbles - it's hilarious! Poor little guy has no idea that his days as mamma's only baby are numbered!

I have been juggling shcool. housework, and mommyhood. I am really glad that my last exam was yesterday, so that I can let my brain relax for a few weeks. The Lord was very good, and I have finished the term with good marks inspite of my baby brain. Nick and Lindsay have been great at entertaining Isaac on those evenings that I needed to study or write papers. I am actually starting a job at the hospital tomorrow. I will be a "sitter" which is basically a care aide. I have 2 orientation shifts and then I am "casual" so I only work when I want to. I really enjoy being in the hospital and I hope that I will be a blessing to the patients!

Please lift up my mom and dad in prayer. My dad lost his job on Tues. Please pray that the doors will be opened for a good paying job with good medical coverage! They are supposed to come here for the birth of baby girl Balazs, so I hope that ther are still able to do that!