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You are visiting: Home » Real Life with Lindsay » Introducing Emma

Introducing Emma

by Lindsay Ballard on August 22, 2010 128 Comments

I would like for you to meet the newest love of my life.

Emma Catherine arrived on Sunday, August 15th at 1:13 pm.  She weighed in at 9 lbs 1 oz (bigger than her brother!) and measured 19 1/2 inches long.

Miss Em is absolutely perfect in every way.  We are having the time of our lives with her, and Big Brother Zack is ridiculously smitten.

I have many, many sleepless nights ahead of me, as Emma’s theme song is “Up All Night, Sleep All Day.”  Other than that, she’s tremendously easy.  She only cries when she needs her diaper changed or when I haven’t recognized her hunger cues and she’s read to eat.  We are really lucky.

There will be more pictures to come as I settle into my routine as a mom of 2.  It’s been a shocking change to go from one child who’s pretty self-sufficient to having a newborn again.  I’m figuring it out, though, and wouldn’t change my new life for anything.

These two are my whole world.

About Lindsay Ballard

Lindsay Ballard is a former college mascot turned political geek turned roller derby playing, DIY fanatic.

Lindsay chronicles her projects, design ideas, and lifestyle tips here at Makely, where she shares tutorials and inspiration. Her DIY designs are bold and graphic, while her spirit is fun and full of color.

Lindsay lives outside of Austin, Texas with her husband (Tom), children (Zack and Emma), and dogs (Duke and Jill). She plays roller derby for the Rockin' City Rollergirls out of Round Rock, Texas.

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Comments

  1. Sherri says

    August 22, 2010 at 9:39 pm

    Awwww she is ADORAble! And Zack looks like he is taking that Big Brother duty with lots of love. Mine are 5 years apart. So I feel ya! Although now …both are grown. 🙁 Grandbabies are next for me! Take care of you also Mommy.

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  2. heidi @ wonder woman wannabe says

    August 22, 2010 at 9:43 pm

    so precious! congratulations!!

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  3. Kristin says

    August 22, 2010 at 10:02 pm

    Congrats mama! She is just as gorgeous as I knew she would be! Get to see your sis this coming weekend! Now she’s an Auntie times 2. Woo hoo!

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  4. Rand says

    August 22, 2010 at 10:04 pm

    Congratulations! She’s just beautiful!

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  5. Megan {Honey We're Home} says

    August 22, 2010 at 10:05 pm

    Oh my goodness, both of your babies are darling!!!! Congratulations!

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  6. samantha says

    August 22, 2010 at 10:07 pm

    congratulations!! shes adorable

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  7. Anne says

    August 22, 2010 at 10:07 pm

    CONGRATULATIONS!!! She’s beautiful, and it looks like Zack is really soaking up his new role as Big Brother. 🙂

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  8. Allison says

    August 22, 2010 at 10:20 pm

    Congratulations! She is absolutely adorable! Love her name as well!

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  9. Emily says

    August 22, 2010 at 10:38 pm

    She is so adorable. Congratulations Lindsay! Emma is the best name ever! 🙂

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  10. Connie Huntington says

    August 22, 2010 at 10:43 pm

    Congratulations to you and the whole family. She’s adorable.

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  11. Jackie says

    August 22, 2010 at 10:51 pm

    Congratulations! She’s beautiful! I’m glad everything went okay! Enjoy

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  12. Leanne says

    August 22, 2010 at 10:52 pm

    Congratulations! She’s beautiful!

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  13. Beverly says

    August 22, 2010 at 10:55 pm

    Congratulations! She’s just beautiful! I love that picture of her and her big brother. Really precious.

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  14. Lauren @ Land of Douglas says

    August 22, 2010 at 11:12 pm

    Beautiful! Congratulations to you and your family.

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  15. Kim Prine says

    August 22, 2010 at 11:57 pm

    Congratulations! She’s adorable!

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  16. Mary Ormsby says

    August 23, 2010 at 12:11 am

    Oh, she is just adorable. Big brother looks very happy. Congratulations.

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  17. heidi@thecraftmonkey says

    August 23, 2010 at 12:52 am

    she is absolutely gorgeous! hello, sweet baby!

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  18. Debbie says

    August 23, 2010 at 1:24 am

    Huge Congratulations!!

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  19. Bonnie says

    August 23, 2010 at 2:08 am

    Congratulations! Little Emma is absolutely gorgeous!

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  20. Nikita says

    August 23, 2010 at 2:18 am

    Congratulations again!!! They’re both adorable!!!!

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  21. Suzan says

    August 23, 2010 at 3:55 am

    Congratulations! Emma is beautiful. (I love the photo of Zack kissing her head!)

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  22. Sara says

    August 23, 2010 at 4:42 am

    Gorgeous! Congratulations!

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  23. Paula says

    August 23, 2010 at 5:25 am

    Congratulations!! She is such a beautiful baby! Enjoy every second with this sweet little girl.

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  24. Sarah says

    August 23, 2010 at 5:57 am

    They are both so, so cute! You got some great photos. Good luck to you in the coming weeks – it IS really hard to go back to sleepless nights!
    Sarah

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  25. Jessica @ This Blessed Life says

    August 23, 2010 at 6:19 am

    Congratulations! She is absolutely perfect.

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  26. Southern Gal says

    August 23, 2010 at 6:39 am

    Congratulations!
    Love those big, fill-your-arms-up-with-love, babies! All mine and my granddaughter were over 8 1/2 pounds.

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  27. Laura says

    August 23, 2010 at 7:03 am

    Congrats! She is perfect!!

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  28. Alicia says

    August 23, 2010 at 7:21 am

    Congratulations! Emma is beautiful – what a joy!

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  29. Sandi says

    August 23, 2010 at 7:24 am

    She is precious. Congrats. I can tell big brother will be a big help.
    Sandi

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  30. maura says

    August 23, 2010 at 7:28 am

    congrats! she is gorgeous!

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  31. The Working Home Keeper says

    August 23, 2010 at 7:30 am

    Awww…congratulations! She’s absolutely precious!

    Mary Ellen

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  32. Rebekah says

    August 23, 2010 at 7:41 am

    Congratulations, Lindsay!

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  33. Vanessa says

    August 23, 2010 at 8:25 am

    Congratulations! She’s beautiful!

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  34. Andréann says

    August 23, 2010 at 8:26 am

    Congratulations Lady!
    Emma looks like a pretty healthy baby. Both your kids are beautiful, I bet your big boy is going to be a wonderful big brother

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  35. Angie @ The Country Chic Cottage says

    August 23, 2010 at 8:50 am

    Congrats Lindsay!!! 🙂 She is gorgeous!!

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  36. Heather says

    August 23, 2010 at 8:53 am

    Congratulations! She’s adorable, and I love the hair!

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  37. Teresa Pomerantz says

    August 23, 2010 at 8:55 am

    she is beautiful! And big! Wow- you are one lucky Mommy!

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  38. kari says

    August 23, 2010 at 9:05 am

    Welcome earthside litle Emma!

    And relax and enjoy your babymoon, Mama Lindsay. 🙂

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  39. melissa*320 sycamore says

    August 23, 2010 at 9:24 am

    Absolutely beautiful! Enjoy every minute. Congratulations~

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  40. Kristin says

    August 23, 2010 at 9:28 am

    Congratulations! She’s gorgeous!

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  41. Megan says

    August 23, 2010 at 9:36 am

    I’m so excited for you and your new family! You will love having multiple children and watching them play together and learn from one another. We just welcomed our 3 little boy 5 months ago tomorrow and it is so much fun watching them all interact together! Congratulations!!!

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  42. Jessica says

    August 23, 2010 at 9:40 am

    Oh she is so beautiful. Congratulations to you and your family.

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  43. Debbie says

    August 23, 2010 at 9:43 am

    She is beautiful. Thank you for sharing her with us! Congrats 🙂

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  44. Erin says

    August 23, 2010 at 9:46 am

    Congratulations! She’s beyond precious!! Can’t wait to keep reading about how your journey as a mom of two goes!

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  45. elizabeth says

    August 23, 2010 at 9:50 am

    CONGRATULATIONS! She’s a keeper! 🙂

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  46. Cassie At Primitive & Proper says

    August 23, 2010 at 9:50 am

    how adorable is she???? congrats!!!

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  47. Centsational Girl says

    August 23, 2010 at 9:53 am

    Congratulations, she is gorgeous !!!!

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  48. Amber @ Two Nuts in a Shell says

    August 23, 2010 at 9:59 am

    Congratulations! She’s beautiful!

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  49. Susan says

    August 23, 2010 at 10:08 am

    Congratulations to you and your family :o)

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  50. L.Duncan says

    August 23, 2010 at 10:20 am

    Oh Lindsay! You are truly blessed! Such a beautiful family!

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  51. Jenn-It'sSewSweet says

    August 23, 2010 at 10:34 am

    Congratulations! She is beautiful!

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  52. Jessica @Decor Adventures says

    August 23, 2010 at 10:43 am

    Adorable. Hope you are both feeling well and getting some sleep. I look forward to seeing more of her! {And your fabulous blogging of course}.

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  53. Iowamom says

    August 23, 2010 at 10:52 am

    Congratulations!!! What a beautiful baby and a beautiful name. I have an Emm and she turned 9 last week. 🙂

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  54. Iowamom says

    August 23, 2010 at 10:52 am

    That’s supposed to say Emma…………I was just so excited while typing!

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  55. Ally says

    August 23, 2010 at 10:58 am

    Congratulations! She’s beautiful.

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  56. Cindy says

    August 23, 2010 at 11:28 am

    Congratulations!!!!! She is absolutely beautiful! Enjoy your babymoon!

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  57. mrs.g from ourgrowinggarden says

    August 23, 2010 at 11:37 am

    Congrats! You have such a beautiful family!

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  58. Tomi Ann Hill says

    August 23, 2010 at 12:33 pm

    Oh, Congrats! She is just lovely!

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  59. PeaceLoveTerri says

    August 23, 2010 at 12:38 pm

    She’s so beautiful.. Congrats!

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  60. Heather L. says

    August 23, 2010 at 12:54 pm

    She is just beautiful! Congratulations!

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  61. Bernadette says

    August 23, 2010 at 12:54 pm

    Congrats on having two absolutely adorable kiddos.

    Bernadette
    http://www.b3homedesigns.blogspot.com

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  62. Paige Price says

    August 23, 2010 at 1:07 pm

    Congrats on your precious baby girl! I have 2 girls, so I am partial to pink!! My oldest was 9lbs 5 oz and 22in long, so I know all about those butterball babies, but just LOVE them!!! Enjoy her! The time flies!!!!

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  63. Amanda @ Serenity Now says

    August 23, 2010 at 1:14 pm

    Congratulations, Lindsay! She is such a pretty girl. 🙂

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  64. Kyra says

    August 23, 2010 at 1:29 pm

    So cute! Congratulations on your new little one!

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  65. Janet says

    August 23, 2010 at 1:34 pm

    It always seems impossible that you could love anyone as much as you love that first child, but somehow love multiplies exponentially when new children bless your home. Great joy to all of your family! Truly, children are a gift from the Lord.

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  66. Stephanie Clark says

    August 23, 2010 at 1:55 pm

    Congratulations to the three of you on the most gorgeous addition to your family. She is just beautiful!

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  67. Betty says

    August 23, 2010 at 2:05 pm

    What a doll! She looks perfect and you’re so fortunate to have her big brother to help. Hope you get enough rest in the coming days.

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  68. Alison@Stretch My Check says

    August 23, 2010 at 3:23 pm

    She is beautiful and big brother looks ever-so-proud! Congratulations momma!

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  69. Allison says

    August 23, 2010 at 3:27 pm

    Congratulations! She is just gorgeous! What an adorable pair of kiddos! Enjoy this wonderful time!

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  70. Abbey Gottwals says

    August 23, 2010 at 4:27 pm

    She is so cute! Congratulations and glad you are all doing well! I bet she just loves her nursery!

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  71. Adrienne says

    August 23, 2010 at 5:30 pm

    she’s beautiful… so lucky to have a good big brother. congratulations!

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  72. Gina says

    August 23, 2010 at 6:04 pm

    Congratulations! What a beautiful photo that first one is–and a big, healthy baby. Wishing you all the best.

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  73. Abby says

    August 23, 2010 at 6:31 pm

    Congratulations! She is one very lucky little girl. Fun fact, my only sisters name is Emily, but we call her Emma and my middle name is Katherine, just like your little girls only with a “k” I love her name 😉

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  74. Kimmy says

    August 23, 2010 at 6:57 pm

    She is absolutely beautiful!! Congrats!!!!!!!

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  75. Anna says

    August 23, 2010 at 7:02 pm

    your new baby girl is so cute! My daughter’s name is Katherine Emma (she goes by Kate), so I love your name choice. Enjoy your newborn baby days because they go by way too fast.

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  76. Heldy says

    August 23, 2010 at 8:08 pm

    She is precious…congratulations!

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  77. Kara says

    August 23, 2010 at 8:15 pm

    Oh my goodness she’s adorable! Congratulations!!! Hopefully she’ll get the day/night thing worked out soon. 😉

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  78. Sandy says

    August 23, 2010 at 8:52 pm

    the best of times for you. My girls are still my world… ages 29, 26 and 23, grandson age 5 months. The love just grows! Congrats and enjoy every sleepless minute.

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  79. Cathi says

    August 23, 2010 at 9:14 pm

    Hello Emma and welcome.
    Congratulations.

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  80. Alexandria says

    August 23, 2010 at 9:20 pm

    Congratulations she is a beauty! Enjoy your new little girl!

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  81. Lindsey@Kindred Spirit Mommy says

    August 23, 2010 at 10:04 pm

    She’s beeeeautiful! Congrats! 🙂

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  82. Sherry says

    August 23, 2010 at 11:20 pm

    Congradulations! Your children are darling.

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  83. Haley Davis says

    August 23, 2010 at 11:39 pm

    ohhh she is precious! congrats!

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  84. Allyson/HBMomof2 says

    August 24, 2010 at 12:30 am

    Congratulations! She is absolutely beautiful. I didn’t think I could love my second as much as my first, but I underestimated what my heart could hold. Enjoy the love between siblings. It is a wonderful thing.

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  85. Birgit says

    August 24, 2010 at 5:35 am

    CONGRATS! 🙂

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  86. Melissa says

    August 24, 2010 at 5:51 am

    Congrats! Sending you prayers and sleep!

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  87. Norma Osorio says

    August 24, 2010 at 6:11 am

    God bless her! she is beautiful!

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  88. Kathryn says

    August 24, 2010 at 6:12 am

    Congratulations! She is beautiful.

    Welcome to the world, Emma!!

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  89. Tracey says

    August 24, 2010 at 6:31 am

    Yippee! Hi Emma 🙂

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  90. Vacskamati says

    August 24, 2010 at 6:54 am

    Wishing you the best! Beautiful Little Princess and charming Big Borther! 🙂

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  91. Denise says

    August 24, 2010 at 7:09 am

    Congratulations on your new bundle of joy! Oh My! She is gorgeous! Big brother is so handsome and caring too. Best Wishes to your lovely family of 4!

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  92. heather says

    August 24, 2010 at 7:40 am

    OH!!! Congratulations! Emma is beautiful!

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  93. Laurel says

    August 24, 2010 at 8:16 am

    Congratulations – emjoy this special time with your family.

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  94. Nadir@hodgepodge says

    August 24, 2010 at 8:48 am

    Oh congratulations! She’s beautiful!

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  95. elz says

    August 24, 2010 at 8:49 am

    What a sweetheart. Congratulations.

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  96. Phoenix Peacock says

    August 24, 2010 at 10:41 am

    Yay congratulations!!!

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  97. debbie says

    August 24, 2010 at 10:46 am

    Congratulations, She’s beautiful. And big brother looks mighty proud.

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  98. Rhonda says

    August 24, 2010 at 12:50 pm

    Congrats…They are beautiful children. 🙂

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  99. jodi @ back40life says

    August 24, 2010 at 1:34 pm

    congrats Lindsay! so very exciting! she is precious 🙂

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  100. Cara @ I Love my Sheets says

    August 24, 2010 at 2:26 pm

    Lovely little girl for a lovely momma! Congrats…. we have a sweet Emma too.

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  101. Krystal says

    August 24, 2010 at 4:30 pm

    Congrats!! She is beautiful! I have 4 weeks left until my baby girl arrives. How are you liking cloth diapering?

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  102. Misty says

    August 24, 2010 at 6:15 pm

    Congrats! : )

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  103. Nancy Ellison says

    August 24, 2010 at 9:32 pm

    Emma is beautiful.
    xo,
    nancy

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  104. Courtney says

    August 24, 2010 at 10:28 pm

    Wow, what an incredible blessing. She’s a beautiful little girl and her brother has the most BEAUTIFUL eyes ever! Congratulations!

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  105. Imani says

    August 24, 2010 at 10:37 pm

    Congrats! God Bless you guys!

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  106. Jess @ Just a Blink says

    August 24, 2010 at 11:13 pm

    Congrats on the new lil’ one! So, sweet! Hope you are managing the sleeplessness! Blessings to you all.

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  107. Maria says

    August 25, 2010 at 5:12 am

    Congratulations!

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  108. Leahw says

    August 25, 2010 at 9:12 am

    Congratulations, she is a beautiful baby!

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  109. Liz says

    August 25, 2010 at 7:19 pm

    Happy birthday Emma! You and I share the day! 29 years difference and you are a whole lot cuter! 😉

    Congrats to your entire family!!!

    Liz
    Loving This Mom Stuff

    The Nifty Nest

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  110. jackie says

    August 25, 2010 at 8:50 pm

    Congratulations! and she is so beautiful! Jackie

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  111. Darling says

    August 25, 2010 at 11:47 pm

    you truly are blessed! you have absolutely beautiful angels! ms Emma is so gorgeous look at those CHEEKS! Congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and BEST WISHES

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  112. Kellie Dobbie says

    August 26, 2010 at 5:42 am

    All the best in the world for your little bundle of joy. Congratulations.

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  113. Amber says

    August 26, 2010 at 12:06 pm

    Congratulations! Emma is beautiful. And from the looks of those photos, VERY loved. 🙂 Glad you are enjoying your first weeks as a family of 4 and soaking in all the sweet moments….even if they happen at 3 am. 😉

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  114. Sheila says

    August 26, 2010 at 10:18 pm

    You have adorable children! Congratulations.

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  115. Missy says

    August 27, 2010 at 1:17 am

    Congratulations!!! She is beautiful – and what a chunker! Bet you love to just kiss those cheeks all day. So happy for you!!

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  116. Adrienne says

    August 27, 2010 at 9:25 am

    Congratulations! She’s beautiful! And let me just say Aug. 15th is the BEST day to have a birthday! Just thought I’d throw that out there!

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  117. Diane @ InMyOwnStyle says

    August 27, 2010 at 4:16 pm

    As I was going thru my reader today looking at all the projects and posts that have acumulated and came to your post – I smiled – big time!
    I thought this is the best kind of DIY projet ever made. C ongratulations on your newest project, Emma. And give that big brother Zack a big hug and squish, too. Enjoy
    My best- Diane

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  118. Melissa says

    August 28, 2010 at 8:55 am

    Congratulations Lindsay! She is beautiful!!

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  119. Kelley says

    August 28, 2010 at 2:38 pm

    She’s gorgeous, Lindsay. Congratulations! I hope you have a wonderful and blissful Babymoon!

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  120. Cindy Sue says

    August 28, 2010 at 8:28 pm

    Oh gosh, how beautiful she is! Do keep us involved, as I look forward to seeing her grow! Especially the ‘two’s’…

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  121. Michele says

    August 29, 2010 at 9:30 pm

    I’m a teacher and school has started back. I missed your post! Congratulations!!! She’s beautiful. You have such a lovely family. So blessed (probably very tired at the moment but still very blessed)!

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  122. Amys blah, blah, blogging says

    September 1, 2010 at 6:12 am

    Congratulations on your newest reason to smile!

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  123. Robin says

    September 2, 2010 at 12:39 pm

    Congratulations! She is beautiful! Your little man is a cutie too!

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  124. Katie @ Haute Apple Pie says

    September 2, 2010 at 2:00 pm

    A little belated but a BIG congratulations! She’s beautiful! Glad to hear everyone is doing well!

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  125. Bobbinoggin says

    September 2, 2010 at 4:03 pm

    congratulations! she’s precious!

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  126. Kristin says

    September 7, 2010 at 11:01 am

    She’s so sweet! Congrats!

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  127. Natasha says

    September 16, 2010 at 8:29 am

    Hi there! I was digging through Centsational Girl’s old posts & found a link to your blog. How have I not found you before?? Your blog’s adorable!

    Well, I just wanted to say hi because I write a craft blog too & also just had a baby girl on August 19th! I’ll be keeping an eye on you to see how you coping and if you’re finding time to craft. If you do I must insist that you send me the secret!

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    • Lindsay says

      September 18, 2010 at 10:31 pm

      Congrats to you, Natasha! How’s it going with your little one?

      I haven’t gotten back to crafting yet – my mommy brain is such mush that I would be certain to have glue gun burns! Maybe soon.

      Reply

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About Makely

Lindsay Ballard is a former college mascot turned political geek turned roller derby playing, DIY fanatic.

Lindsay chronicles her projects, design ideas, and lifestyle tips here at Makely, where she shares tutorials and inspiration. Her DIY designs are bold and graphic, while her spirit is fun and full of color.

Lindsay lives outside of Austin, Texas with her husband (Tom), children (Zack and Emma), and dogs (Duke and Jill). She plays roller derby for the Rockin' City Rollergirls out of Round Rock, Texas.


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