Some family time with Bryson

Grandma and Grandad visit

Emily's new favorite activity

I think it speaks for itself. She's gotten braver since these were taken and now likes to swing from a higher rung, on her feet rather than her knees. Her friend, Austin, comes over to take part, too. They're a cute pair.

Bryson's first "bath"

It basically consisted of him being washed down with a cloth. He wasn't in love with the experience, but he did glean some amusement from the lion towel, which he couldn't stop staring at.

Bryson in his bouncer

Mike is a very proud Dad

These were taken the first day we had him home from the hospital.

Bryson is here!

Unlike with Emily's birth, everything went according to plan. I delivered on June 11th at 12:20, noon. Bryson was born 7 lbs, 6 oz. and 19 inches long. He has dark gray eyes (for now) and his hair is dark, but light on the ends...and he has a full head of hair. He is perfectly healthy and very happy and alert. Thanks everyone for your prayers, gifts and overall kindness! It has meant so much to us.

Lots of people came to the hospital to witness his arrival:

Emily meets Bryson

She couldn't have been prouder or happier. She had been counting down the days til' Bryson's birth on a tiny fridge calendar. When she finally got to see her little brother, she was thrilled. She's told us since then, "I love him more than I love myself!"