1 month!

Time is flying by...

Proud brother, happy baby

Maiden Voyage

We ventured out in the double stroller for some sunshine!  Lukas was out like a light the whole time while big brother got out and ran around for a bit.

Passing the time

Lukas wanted to share how he spends most of the day....lucky guy!

Charlie

I can't believe how grown up Charlie has become...2 1/2 years old now!  Time is flying by!

Sweet Moments

Charlie loves laying next to his baby brother.  Best buds already!

3 weeks!

This handsome boy is already smiling - happy little guy!!

And he has a contemplative side too...

Charlie Antics

I honestly don't know where he comes up with the ideas to do these things.  It wasn't like there was another kid doing this and prompted Charlie to try this.  Good thing it was an inflatable pool...

Announcement Sneak Peek

These pictures didn't make it on the announcement but they were too cute not to share...

Sweet Dreams

That must be one sweet dream...

Dufur Threshing Bee

Today was the Threshing Bee in Dufur, OR.  We had some small town fun...

Waiting for candy during the parade.

Tractor pull!

Silly Man C

We can't let all of the blog posts go to baby Lukas...so wanted to let Charlie have the limelight today.

Goofing off in his tunnel! 

Paci-man

Lukas loves his pacifier from the start, just like big brother did.  Lukas is much better at finding his hands and fingers to put in his mouth, but we found that getting rid of the pacifier with Charlie was a piece of cake, so we are hoping it will be the same with Lukas.  We figure it is easier to throw away the pacifier than it is fingers!

Sung as a bug in a rug...

Lukas is pretty skilled at making sure his pacifier doesn't slip out...

Tummy Time

Charlie hated tummy time early on, so we are hoping Lukas will enjoy it a bit more.  What do you think?? I almost see a blissful grin on this little man's face...

Family Gatherings

We had a hoot of a time on Saturday with lots of family in town visiting.  I don't think Lukas was set down once...

 Auntie Tamara (l) and Cousin Lisa (rt) took lots of turns holding Lukas

Charlie had plenty of company to keep him occupied as well.

Charlie Pictures Clockwise from Upper left -

• Playing bean bag toss 
• Reading books in the trunk fort...where else!
• Digging in the dirt 
• Tractor rides

Grandparents are a Blessing

What a blessing having our own parents experience the joy of our newborn child.  It was a surreal moment for Paul as we left the hospital with Lukas realizing, this is the last time that we will ever be doing this (taking home a newborn).  The grandparents have been a huge help, mostly with occupying Charlie's time while Lukas is attached to me eating.  My mom lovingly stayed over the first few nights home and soothed Lukas in the middle of the night while he was still trying to figure out what this new sleep schedule was all about so that mommy could catch a few precious zzzzs.  (P.S. I'm happy to report that after the first few nights at home, Lukas has been a rock star sleeper in the evenings...knock on wood).

After Grammy and Papa Moo returned to California (thanks for staying longer than intended while we waited for Lukas to finish cooking in the belly), the next shift of Grandparents were here to lend a hand.

Far Far (means Father's Father) built a railroad with Charlie, 

while Mimi did what grandma's do best - swaddles and snuggles.

Mimi and Far Far brought their trailer and have been camping out in our yard.  It has been a great adventure for Charlie to sleep outside in the trailer, which has been helpful for those middle of the night diaper changes in the boy's room.  

Charlie has transitioned like a champ, welcoming baby brother into the family with open arms.  He is already showing Lukas all of his toy trucks.

    
My heart is so full right now it might burst!!

Brotherly Bonding

Charlie loves his new baby brother.  He was so excited that Lukas got him a cool dump truck t-shirt.  Love Love Love!