Happy Birthday Henry

Our sweet Henry turned 1 today.

Michele's masterpiece - a Curious George cake.

Mesmerized by the candle.

Taking a photo of a photo.

All 3 playing on the sofa.

3 generations at Thanksgiving.

Sweet Summer

Henry at 7 months


Hamming it up


Pool party in our front yard...


...and coloring with sidewalk chalk.

It's been a good summer. Lots of trips - Cedar Falls, IA for the funeral of my favorite uncle. Then on to Wisconsin Dells where we met up with friends and relaxed for a few days. Next was Poplar Bluff, MO to visit my grandparents over July 4th weekend. This coming week we're heading to Springfield, MO for Michele & the kids to visit family & friends while I go to a conference in KC. When we get home, I'm taking Sam to his first concert - one of our favorite singer/songwriters is playing a show in Peoria.

And thinking of shows, we're hoping to host a house concert. Wouldn't that be fun?!

We've seen Eric twice in concert and he's another one of our favorites. We'll let you know if the house show becomes a reality. Meanwhile, add your name to the list and maybe Eric can have a midwest run on the In Your House tour.

Introducing... Henry!

Finally... a few photos of the new guy!

Henry Nicholas
Born 12.6.10
Weighed 9.0 lbs at birth. Now about 11 or 12 lbs.
And I've managed to forget how long he was.
He's basically half the size of Eva! She's just now reaching 21 lbs.

Sam & Eva were a little hesitant at first, but it only took a few days for Henry to become one of the gang. They love to snuggle on him.