When the girls arrived to meet Owen at the hospital, Isabel was very reserved and would not go near mom, and Aubrey was a little hesitate at first, but warmed up quickly. Owen had a gift for each of his big sisters, which went over very well - a dolly and toothbrush for Aubrey, play-doh for Isabel, and of course, candy for both. The girls had the most fun running around the curtain and visiting with everyone who came to meet Owen including Grandma and Papa Hoen, Grandma and Papa Mousel, Auntie Kerri, cousins Josie, Elias, and Jack (Uncle Jeff was out of town), Auntie Kortney, Auntie Kassi, Uncle Josh, cousins Ethan and Aiden, Uncle James, cousins Maddie, Ava, and Busto, and mama's friend, Julie, and her three week old, Elliot. Our hospital stay was great and we headed home on Friday (9/20) at noon.
When Owen arrived home, it took awhile for Isabel to warm up to Owen (she was only interested in him when his eyes were open...so for like 5 minutes a day!); she has since really taken to him and loves him dearly as she expresses, "Hi, buddy...love you buds...I love you so much, buddy." (Apparently, I refer to him as buddy more than I had realized.) Aubrey wanted to help with EVERYTHING right when we brought him home; however, now we have a very jealous middle child on our hands. If Owen is crying then Aubrey starts crying in hope of our attention turning to her. She wants to be held longer and cuddled more, but she does love holding Owen and bringing him his pacifier. Of course, only after she has originally stolen it from him, used it and is ready to bring it back. I absolutely LOVE watching them interact as they get to know one another and bond as siblings...and lifelong friends.
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