Jack Maddux Pulido

On Saturday, May 29, it started just like any other day. But at about 10:00 in the morning, I was beginning to feel contractions that were definitely a little more painful than the false labor pains of previous days. Just after 11:00, they were getting to be in that 3-5 minute range that we were told to watch for. While timing the contractions, Kyle ran to get me a small lunch, then we finished packing my bag, and headed down to the hospital at about 2:00. Yup, it was really happening.

When we got to the hospital, I was at 2 cm. by 9 that night when the Dr. came to check on me, I was only at 3 cm. This was taking a while. I was told that he would probably be born around 3 or 4 in the morning, but by 11:00 I was already at a 10 and ready for this little boy to come. So by 11:28, Jack Maddux Pulido was born. He weighed in at 8 lbs 4 oz and measured 20 3/4 inches long.

Since I did an all natural childbirth, it was quite the experience. I have never felt anything like it (I'm sure other moms can understand just what I'm talking about). But even though I thought I was going to die from the pain, once Jack was put into my arms, it was all worth it. It was quite the Memorial Day weekend, but definitely one to remember.

Catching Up...

So since I am just starting this blog, I thought I'd better catch everyone up on everything that has been going on. On May 15, 2009, Kyle and I got married in the San Diego, California Temple. It was an absolutely perfect day. The Southern California weather was just right, the flowers and cake were amazing, and everyone looked stunning. It was definitely my dream wedding.




Well time has flown by and on May 8 of this year, I graduated from Middle Tennessee State University. My degree is in finance so I guess you can say I like numbers. It felt so good to walk across that stage and get the much awaited... diploma holder. No, my actual diploma was not inside, but I did get it the next week. Anyways, I can't believe how fast the last 4 years have gone by. It seems like I just started college. It was so good to have my family there cheering me on. After the ceremony we then went to eat an awesome southern lunch at Dotson's. Just your typical meat and 3, and DELICIOUS banana pudding. Overall it was a fun and exciting day.

This past Saturday, May 15, was our 1 year anniversary! It went by so much faster than I anticipated. It was definitely an adjustment this first year. Living in a crowded house, typical college jobs, full-time school, and part-time work... sounds so glamorous doesn't it. While some things may not have been ideal for our first year, I can still say that it has been great. One year down, eternity to go.

Another exciting event is coming up very soon... Kyle and I are having our first child! We are having a little boy and we are going to name him Jack Maddux Pulido. Even though we are given a hard time because our dog is named Jack also, we are still SO excited. The due date is May 27, but I'm hoping he comes earlier. This past weekend we finally got everything ready for the little guy (and yes, since every room in the house is already taken, he will be staying in our room). It took a lot of moving around furniture and really getting organized, but we now have room for Jack and all of the stuff that comes along with having a baby. Now we just need him to get here.

Well that is a quick rundown of what has happened lately with the Pulido Family. It's been quite a first year, but exciting times are definitely coming...