Brothers

We have been fortunate enough to have some of our closest friends move in next door to us. They have two boys about the same age gap as Jack and Theo only two years ahead. They have just recently bought bunk beds for their boys which has has definitely gotten Jack's attention. He has already started planning that he and Theo can get bunk beds when they get older. He has also already claimed the top bunk for himself!

Although too young for bunk beds, Jack has begun asking for Theo to lay next to him in bed. Today they looked so cute that I grabbed the camera.

I love to hear Jack make plans that involve Theo. We received a congratulations card when Theo was born that ended by stating that they prayed that Theo and Jack would grow to be the closest of brothers. That statement caught both Charles's and my attention. We do indeed pray the same thing.

More Pictures

We have had a couple requests for more pictures. I have to admit my creative juices aren't really flowing so I will indulge you all with pictures for now. I hope to have some stories or thoughts some time soon (God-willing!). Until then, enjoy...

Video of Jack Holding Theo in Hospital

This is a video that we took when Jack first held Theo. You can hear Jack talk about 'Theo not crying', 'Theo wants to be held'. He also refers to 'Theo's Nah'. The background on this is that Jack's favourite snuggle blanket is a little polar bear called 'Nah'. We purchased a similar blanket with a monkey on it for Theo and had Jack bring it to the hospital as a gift for Theo (Theo reciprocated with a tractor present for Jack - very proactive on Theo's part!). My favourite part of this video is when you hear Charles anxiously say 'Whoa, Whoa, Whoa' as Theo flops around in Jack's lap. Not only is Jack a new big brother, but it is obvious that we are inexperienced in some areas as well! Poor Theo - what kind of family have you been born into!

Happy First Week Theo!

We celebrated Theo's one week birthday today. It has been a lot of fun to have Theo at home and to see him and Jack interact (as much is possible at this age). Jack loves to help with Theo which is a real blessing. Jack greeted us the first morning that Theo was at home by excitedly proclaiming that he wanted to 'Go wake up his new brother.' We pray that he continues to love Theo (and of course, help!).

Erin and Jack have loved having Charles home all week as well. It has almost felt like a relaxing holiday, well kind-of. At the least, we have thoroughly enjoyed the week but are very aware that it may have just been the honeymoon phase of parenting two kids! Here are a few picture that give you a glimpse into our week.

Welcome to the world, Theo

We are pleased to announce the arrival of Theodore Michael, who showed up this morning, 30 July, at 10:58am. He weighs 7lbs and 8oz and has been in good form all day. He and Erin are doing well.


Here we are our last morning as a family of three before heading to the hospital. Our good friends at Oak Hill, the Robsons, watched Jack today, which was a huge blessing to us.



Here is Theo, enjoying a rest on Mommy.




We think there are some definite resemblances between Jack and Theo as newborns, though Theo looks like he has more initial hair.




And here are the happy parents with Theo. Jack and Theo haven't had the chance to meet yet, but they did speak on the phone this evening. Evidently Theo had been crying when we called, and as soon as Jack got on and said, 'Hi Theo. I love you', he quieted right down. I think he probably heard that voice plenty in the womb and so was pleased (and not surprised) to hear it once again.




Jack and Charles will go up to the hospital tomorrow, and we'll be together as a whole family. This is Mr. Foot Down on behalf of Mrs. Thumb Up.