Happy Mother's Day

I had a great mother's day!

We started the day off at church, showing off our new addition, then we BBQ'd outside in the nice weather. I also got the "Burke" strand of my Mommy Bracelet. Now it's complete with both my boys on it.

Here's a picture of the bracelet and of me and my boys on Mother's Day.

Brotherly Love

Brayden loves his new baby brother. He wakes up every day asking for his baby brother and kisses him every night before bed. He's been a very sweet big brother.

Two Weeks Later

Burke turned two weeks old yesterday and although the time has flown by, we can barely remember a time without him. He's such a good baby and a great addition to our family. We are also very thankful for all the visitors we've had since we've been home and all the generous gifts, etc. people have given us. We have amazing friends and family. Burke seems to be adjusting well to life- he doesn't cry very often, but the crying pic was so cute, I had to post it. I think we'll keep him!

Baby Sickler Has Arrived!

Burke Steven arrived on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 7:32 am. He came very quickly as we arrived at the hospital at 5:30am and he was born about two hours later. He weighed in at 7lbs, 7 3/4 oz and was 19 inches long. He is healthy and happy and we are all adjusting to our new lives as a family of four. Big brother Brayden is very helpful and loves to hug and kiss his little brother. He even came up with his own nickname for Burke, "Peanut Nose." We're not sure where he came up with that one, but he thinks it's cute.

Easter

Brayden wanted one thing for Easter this year, what he called a "Diver Kit." The Easter Bunny delivered.

Buddies

Brayden dealt with a bout of Influenza B back in March and was forced to spend a great deal of time in bed with his buddy, Max.

Skating Fun

Brayden and Steve were in a "parent/child learn to skate class" in March and April. Steve did well (he thinks he's a pro now) :) and Brayden S-L-O-W-L-Y over several classes started to become comfortable with the ice. Here are some pics.