Chad and Melanie's Blog

Consistently Late

2008-03-27T19:51:00.002-05:00

Well, here we are again and I can't seem to get posts up in a timely fashion. Well, I guess I should give you a little bit of an update. We had Jade's first Birthday party on Feb 16, 2008. Of course, she got too many toys. It took a little while for her to figure out that the cake was for her to eat.

We have had a great few weeks. Well, check out the link to see some pics from the party: Click Here

Well, until next time.

Just a quick word

2008-02-07T19:09:00.000-05:00

Hey everyone. It is hard to believe that we are about to celebrate Jade's First Birthday. Jade is doing well. She is about 25 lbs. The doctor still is amazed at her growth. She has consistently been in the 93rd percentile for growth.

Melanie is doing well. She really enjoys being home and caring for the house and family.

I am really enjoying work. There are constantly new challenges to handle and interesting things to accomplish.

Til next time.

Happy New Year

2008-01-07T10:08:00.000-05:00

We trust that everyone had a great Christmas and New Year. We had an exciting time with family and friends. Of course, Jade was the highlight of everyone's Christmas around here.

Check out our Christmas web gallery Here.

Christmas Festivities

2007-12-18T20:43:00.000-05:00

Hope all is well with everyone. I am sorry about the tiny pics on the last post. I am experimenting with changing the size so they upload faster. Bear with me while I tweak them a little.

Here are some fun pics of Jade getting in the holiday spirit (or is it mom forcing the holiday spirit) haha!

Every year Mamaw Elkins' family gets together to decorate the family Christmas Tree. This year Jade got in on the activity here she is observing the process.

More festivities at Mamaw E's. This is Chad's Aunt Rhonda, and his cousin Tahnee assisting Jade with her reindeer antlers.

Our little blessing. Jade is a source of great joy to us daily. We are so grateful to God for entrusting us with her life.

This is Grammy and Jade at the Crown College Christmas open house.

Ho ho ho, and bye bye for now!

Yes we are still alive!!

2007-12-07T07:38:00.000-05:00

Hello all, yes believe it or not the Mitchells are posting!! So sorry it has been forever what can I say it has been crazy. Chad has a new position at work which keeps him very busy, but he is loving it! Of course like all mothers I work 24/7 ha ha. I have also been working with my business as a Mary Kay Beauty Consultant. So as you can see we keep busy, and are on the go a lot.

In October Jade and I went to spend some time with my sister Sarah and her two little ones. Everett was 2 in June, and Alivia is just now 3 months old. Jade is 8 months in this picture of the three cousins posing rather haphazardly for a picture.

My mother and grandmother came out to Sarah's for a day or so. Here is a 4 generation picture.

Here is a more recent picture of Jade. Snack before Thanksgiving dinner at Papaw Mitchell's house.

Jade is doing well. She will be 10 months on the 16th of this month, and is keeping me hopping. I will post more later.

Eating Solid Food

2007-09-02T10:11:00.000-05:00

I thought that you all of you might enjoy some pics of Jade eating solid foods. We just started this a week or so ago. Enjoy!

Sorry its been so long

2007-08-28T15:44:00.000-05:00

Well, once again it has been a while since we have posted anything. Unfortunately, I am just placing a quick post and will have to try and put some pictures up tomorrow.

It has been an extremely busy month for Melanie, Jade and myself. The first full week of August I was able to take some vacation time and we had a great week as a family. Mostly we got some much needed rest. We did make a short trip to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. It was a beautiful day and we really enjoyed the drive.

Well, I hope that this quick post finds you and your families well. I look forward to posting again soon.

Special Time With Family

2007-07-31T13:57:00.000-05:00

Chad went on a business trip last week, so Jade and I went to spend time with Grandma & Grandpa Lefevre (my dad & step mom). We had a great time! Jade was taken with Grandpa's beard. She was grabbing and pulling at it.

Cuddle time. She just started doing this in the last week. It is so adorable.

This is cuddle time with Papaw Mitchell who missed Jade very much while we were in VA.

Here is Jade sporting the new outfit the Grandma Lefevre bought her. It has ladybugs embroidered on it. She looked precious in it; however, my opinion may be biased.

Last but definitely not least we spent lots of quality bonding time with Grandma Lefevre. She was so delighted to have us, and we had such a wonderful time with her.

Toes, Etc.

2007-07-31T13:37:00.000-05:00

Here it is folks the update you have been waiting for. I am sorry it has been so long. Someone should have told me that the speed of time doubles when you have a little one. Where does the time go!

Well, we have now discovered the toes. When I watch her I realize how much I miss the simple things of life. She still looks at her hands and now her toes with utter amazement that they are hers! We serve a mighty God!!

These are just a couple of pics I really liked. The first one is Jade playing in her high chair. She has no clue what the thing is really for, but will know in the next couple of weeks. We are about to hit the 6 month mark and with that she will start on solid food. The last picture here is Jade demonstrating her newly found obsession with faces. She loves to grab noses and rub cheeks.

Independence Day

2007-07-04T13:14:00.001-05:00

Here is daddy and his little patriotic princess.

Aren't we festive! she loved holding the flag, although she did try to put it in her mouth which I informed her was very unpatriotic.

Close up of a meditative look.

Nobody cares about her, she gets absolutely no attention, don't you feel so bad for her? Haha :)

Hope all of you have a wonderful Independence Day!

More Pictures of Jade

2007-07-01T12:28:00.001-05:00

Jade's newest amazing discovery! Her toes! It is incredible to watch her learn about the things around her, and see how intrigued she is about the simple things of life.

Daddy took this picture of his little princess. They have so much fun together!

Best buds. This is Jade and Katie Troell bonding. The Troells were here to visit just a few weeks ago, and did us the great honor of staying with us. We are so thankful to God for their friendship.

Chad had a week of vacation, part of which we took his Mamaw and went to Atlanta to visit Aunt Carol and her kids. This Mamaw with two of the great grandchildren.

This is Jade and her second cousin (twice removed I think:)) Maddie is Chad's cousin's daughter so whatever that happens to be. haha

We are doing well. Chad is keeping busy with work, while I keep busy at home. I am working from home as a Senior Independent Beauty Consultant with Mary Kay Cosmetics and am enjoying being at home with Jade.

Thanks for visiting us on our blog. I will post more as soon as possible.

The Wake Up Process

2007-06-29T16:58:00.000-05:00

Here we have stage one of the wake up process. "Would guys just go away and leave me alone!"

"I told you all to quit taking my picture and let me rest!"

"Ok, fine I will just ignore you, and see if that works."

Memorial Day

2007-06-17T13:42:00.000-05:00

We are so grateful to God for Jade. She is a delight to us each day.

Here is Jade hanging out on Memorial Day. She and Seth were buddies for the day. Seth is grandson of Tonia my father-in-law's girl friend.

We must spend that quality time with Papaw Mitchell. We underwent a wardrobe change, but only out of necessity. :)

Cool shades!! She actually keeps these on pretty good. They were a gift with one of the outfits we got from one of the families in the church.

Washington State

2007-05-28T14:37:00.000-05:00

Jade and I are back from WA. It was wonderful to see family, but we are glad to be home seeing that the trip was fast, furious, and full of much time in the car! We both missed Chad very much. Above is a pic of Jade and Everett having quality cousin time. Everett loved Jade, and has been asking his mother where she is since they dropped us at the airport to go home!

Here is Jade soaking up some rays in my aunt's backyard. She absolutely loved the fresh air and shade; she was happy there for about an hour.

Great Grandma Becker enjoyed some quality time with Jade.

Then of course we saw the obvious need for a four generation picture, which Jade slept through.

Next time on the Mitchell blog you can read about a day with Grampa Lefevre & Grandma Kay, as well as, Memorial Day activities.

Jade's Dedication

2007-05-18T00:43:00.000-05:00

We dedicated Jade on April 1st. Many of the family members participated in this occasion. Here are some pics taken that day.

Chad's dad, his girl friend Tonia, and Mamaw Mitchell were present.

Pastor Sexton is the pastor of the Temple Baptist Church in Powell, TN where we attend church.

Chad's Aunt Fauna, and her daughter Tiffany were able to be with us for this special event.

Here she is all decked out for the dedication!

My dad and stepmom came out from Wytheville, VA to be with us on this special day. Bevery (my sister) also attended church with us that day.

This is the three of us with Chad's mom.

I will post more soon. Jade and I are in WA for the week, and will be returning home on the 21st. We came out to visit my mom's parents as they have not been doing well. Our arrival of Friday last week was just in time to allow us to see my grandfather before he passed away early Sunday morning. We are now in Olympia with my sister Sarah, her husband Kerry, and their almost 2 year old son Everett. I will treat you all to pics of the two kids soon. We will all be travelling to Moscow, ID tomorrow for an 11:00 funeral on Saturday. Please pray for safety as we travel. The trip back will be made on Sunday allowing for our departure from Seattle on Monday.

Update Long Overdue

2007-05-17T16:27:00.000-05:00

I apologize that we have not updated the blog for awhile. Life has been quite crazy for the last 3 months. Chad has been so busy at work that he has not been able to update, and we don't have internet access at home quite yet. Hopefully we will have it soon. Here are so pics from the last month or so with some explanation about events.

Every other Friday Chad's mother, grandmother, aunts, and some of the girls go out to eat or enjoy some other fun activity together. This was the first of such outings that Jade and I attended, and it happened to be a tea party! So of course I had to doll her up for the occasion. This is Jade on the couch ready to go.

This is the tea party. It was such fun.

This is Chad's second cousin Tahnee spending some quality tea time with Jade.

Here is Grammy (Chad's mom) with baby Jade at the tea party.

Out & About

2007-03-27T15:31:00.000-05:00

Here are some photos of Melanie and Jade's excursions from that last few days. Jade has been to her first tea party. She is now 22 inches and 10 lbs.

First Doctor Visit

2007-03-09T15:18:00.000-05:00

All Dressed and No Where to Go

But I don't want to Daddy

Jade had her first Doctor appointment this week. She is now a little over 8lbs and 21 inches long. The doctor was extremely impressed with her progress. She has already started practicing rolling over. Her are some recent pictures. Hope you all enjoy them.

Home and Doing Well

2007-02-23T15:47:00.000-05:00

Melanie and Jade have been home for a few days now and are doing well. We are starting to adapt to new sleeping patterns. We have so many friends and family that have been a blessing in so many ways. We cannot begin to thank them all sufficiently. We truly thank God for His goodness in allowing us to know so many kind and loving people.

Jade Photos

2007-02-18T10:20:00.000-05:00

Grandpa and Grandma Lefevre with Jade

Great Mamaw Elkins and Great Aunt Fauna

Great Mamaw Mitchell

Papaw Mitchell

Jade in Pink

We had an eventful day yesterday with many of our family and friends stopping by to check in on Jade and Melanie. I have included a few of the photos. Believe me these are only a small fraction of the ones we took.

Until next time.

Jade Evelyn

2007-02-17T11:37:00.000-05:00

Melanie went into labor on Friday morning at 2:20 am. We headed on to the hospital. Jade Evelyn made her entrance at 1:38 pm Friday afternoon.

Jade weighed 7lbs 8oz and was 20.25 inches long. Mother and baby are both doing well.

We are all so thankful that everything is going so well. Thank you all for your prayers.

Apologies for the Delay

2007-02-06T08:14:00.000-05:00

Sorry, I haven't posted sooner. I was in Indianapolis last week for a book expo and Melanie was sent home on bed rest the day I left so we have both been a little tied for a few days.

Melanie had a great followup appointment yesterday. The doctor says things are looking much improved. However, he wants to make sure she gets plenty of rest for the next few days.

We are doing well. I hope to post again soon.

36 Week Ultrasound

2007-01-24T13:02:00.000-05:00

This is a view looking down on the baby's face. The picture is sideways so you will have to look closely to figure it out. Yes she looks a little like an alien now, but of course we think she is adorable. We are very anxious for her arrival!!

Here is an easier one to decipher. This is her profile. She has her lips all puckered up.

The Dr. says everything looks good and right on track. The baby weighs about 6lbs 10 oz at this time, and will probably gain about 1/2 lb every week until she arrives. We see the Dr. every week from now until the delivery. Tomorrow evening we get to go tour the hospital and turn in the forms necessary for quick processing when the time comes. We will keep you all informed.

I finish work a week from today, and then I will be home working my Mary Kay business, and getting ready for baby Jade. Check out my website www.marykay/melaniemitchell.com

More later

Baby Jade Evelyn

2007-01-17T13:36:00.000-05:00

I'm sure everyone is wondering about how things are coming with the baby. We are about 4 1/2 weeks away from the due date (February 18). She is getting huge you can see me in the picture below for proof :) I will try to put a side shot up soon, as she has expanded since Christmas. The child has definite personality, and is getting tired of her tight quarters :) Things seem to be going normal and both of us are healthy. Chad and I kind of expect her to make her appearance a little early.
This is the crib; it turns into a toddler bed, daybed, and then a full size bed.
This is the changing table/chest of drawers that matches the crib. Uncle Daniel & Aunt Amy came over one Saturday evening and helped us put both the pieces together. Daniel always enjoys that kind of thing, so we had dinner and an assembly party!

The Crazy Lefevre Family

2007-01-17T13:19:00.000-05:00

We all went together this year and got Dad and Kay plane tickets to go out and see Everett. So of course we had to get Sarah on the phone since she was in on it. We had her on speaker phone. They LOVED it!! I'm not sure when they will be going out, as Sarah has just announced that they are expecting another baby in August.

Hello, everyone, so sorry that we have not updated in so long. Things have been crazy here.
This is my crazy family on Christmas day. Daniel can't open a gift without hamming it up:) of course that surprises none of you that know him. For those of you who have not yet met her, that is his wife Amy to his left. Bev was able to be home too.

A Merry Christmas

2007-01-04T13:13:00.000-05:00

I hope this post finds all of our friends and family well, and that you had a wonderful Holiday. We had a wonderful Christmas. Of course we saw Chad's family; because the live in the area, but on Sunday night the 24th we drove out to Dad and Kay's place to spend Christmas day with them. Beverly rode out with us, and Daniel and Amy followed on Monday morning. It was a wonderful day! Daniel, Amy and Bev all had to work on Tuesday, so they came home on Monday night, but Chad and I stayed until about noon on Tuesday. It was nice to get to spend time with everyone. Of course we missed Sarah :(, but we called her on speaker phone. I have pictures of the day to post; however, I must get them off the camera so I will post them soon.

More later about the baby and preparation for her arrival!!

Vacation Fun Photos

2006-12-21T10:42:00.000-05:00

I thought that you might like to see a few of the photos from our recent cruise.

We sailed on the Carnival Glory.

Every night when you get back to your room from supper, the room steward has left a surprise animal. Also, you get the newspaper telling you what is going on tomorrow.

A Very Merry Unbirthday to You

2006-12-14T13:16:00.000-05:00

Today, I start a blog for our family. I hope to keep the information pertinent and concise.

Melanie and I thought that this would be a great way for family to keep up with us and what is going on in our lives.

In the spirit of all seriousness, I must say "A Very Merry Unbirthday to You."

We will post more in the next few days.