"Our Pumpkin" - October 23rd

Dear Family and Friends,

"Our pumpkin" as we like to call her is growing so much. We are amazed each day at how much she changes. She will be 6 weeks old next Wednesday. (Is 6 weeks the magic number when she starts sleeping through the night?? :)).

She started cooing some and definitely has the crying mastered. :) She loves bath time which, we are happy about since we both love the water! We continue to feel blessed beyond belief and thank GOD each and every day for her. We both still can't believe we are parents. However, I must say it is a little overwhelming at times. We want to make sure we raise her right and give her the best (without spoiling her - is that possible?).

I will write more later as she is ready to feed. However, I wanted to send along another picture of our pumpkin!

We love you all dearly! Can't wait for her to meet you in person.

Love,

Kevin Malcolm, Christy and Julia

The Apple of our Eyes - October 16th

"He gives power to those who are tired and worn out; he offers strength to the weak." Isaiah 40:29.

We bought a daily devotional book for Julia to write in for the next year. We might just include something cute she did that day or some wisdom we want to impart to her. I guess this approach is my attempt at a baby book. I started to realize that I wasn't going to be able to get around to putting together a baby book any time in the coming days however, wanted to capture changes and thoughts of her first few months. The above verse was for October 15th. I had to chuckle as I thought it was a little appropriate given that we are both so tired right now with round the clock feedings. However, we try to relish in those times even the 2 am feedings.

She had her one month check-up today and was 7 pounds and 1 ounce. The Pediatrician was very pleased!! What can I say - she has an appetite like her Momma! She is doing well - Praise God! Thank you for all your prayers!!

We went to the apple orchard last week for a brief visit. I say brief in that we got there and saw the long lines - obviously everyone else in Chester County, PA thought it was a good weekend to go pick apples. We knew she wouldn't hold out to wait in line, take a hay ride out to the apples and then pick them. Thus, we opted for the easy route - we went to the market and purchased a bag. Nonetheless, we took pictures of Julia at the orchard. We figure she wouldn't know the difference. :) I have included a couple pictures below.

We can't wait for you all to meet her in person. We feel so blessed that she will have so many family and friends to pour love and support into her life as she grows up. Thank you all for your love and support! You all mean the world to us. Words simply can't express our thanks and gratitude.

All our love,

Kevin Malcolm, Christy and Julia McGee

OUR BLESSING FROM ABOVE

"Believe HIM, Believe He Can Do What He Says He Can Do. And Believe Also That You Can Do What He Says You Can Do."

The above line comes from a devotional book and was the devotion quoted on Julia's birth date - September 16th! How appropriate and true - our gift is such a testimony to this truth!

GOD is good and we continue to give him all the glory and praise day after day as we look at our precious little girl!

She is growing - already over 6 pounds we believe - to be confirmed at next Pediatrician's appointment this week. She is eating alot -about every 2 to 3 hours. Needless to say, we are tired. However, we try not to complain and relish in all the precious moments even if they are sometimes at 2, 3 and 4 o'clock in the morning. :) I am trying to learn that cleaning the house, doing laundry, etc. can wait as it is more important to enjoy every minute with her.

We can't wait for you all to meet her in person. For now, I am posting a recent picture of Julia.

Also, Kevin Malcolm and I would like to express our sincere appreciation and gratitude for the outpouring of love to our little one. It means more to us than we can express in words! We will forever be grateful to all our dear family and friends. You each have played a very special part in our lives and we look forward to Julia building a bond with each of you and becoming a part of your lives.

We love you all dearly!! (I promise I will try to be better about posting! :) )

Lots of love,

Kevin Malcolm, Christy and Julia