Back to the zoo

We had so much fun at the zoo a few weeks ago that we decided to take a second trip! Kendley loves to look at the animals, make their noises and talk about what they are doing. Miles slept most of the time we were there. Some of Kendley's favorites: the polar bear, kangaroos, and monkeys. Parts she didn't like: the polar bear close up and the sleeping gorilla.

Trip to the Zoo

While my sister and her husband were visiting, we took a trip to the Kansas City Zoo.  This was the first time Kendley was really interested in looking at the animals.  It was a beautiful day to walk around!  Miles wasn't so interested but he lasted pretty long for a little guy! 

Newborn Pics

Here are just a few of the great pictures our friend Cara Brooner took of our little guy.  You can see more of her work on her blog www.chasingshinyobjects.com 

                                    

A family of Four

After we returned home from the hospital with Miles, Jeff said something to me that still brings tears to my eyes.  Kendley, Miles and I were sitting next to him and he said to me, "Our family is complete".  I will be the first to admit, going from one to two kids is HARD work!  Miles cries a lot right now (maybe a little colicky?) and Kendley wants her mommy's attention more than I can give her.  There are times that all three of us are on the ground crying out of frustration and I can't wait for Jeff to walk through the door to help out.  But, man is it worth it!  Looking at our kids, seeing Kendley grow into a little girl and a big sister, and watching Jeff be an amazing dad is the best feeling in the world.  Jeff was right, our family is complete with Miles in our lives.

                                                              Bringing Miles home

                                                     Kendley holding Miles for the first time

                                                                     "Bubbles!"

    
 

Miles Matthew Elchert

I know I'm about a month late posting this, but better late than never!  Miles Matthew Elchert came into the world on April 27th.  I was a scheduled induction on the 27th.  I went into the hospital at 10:00am and Miles made his appearance just 5 hours later.  He came out looking like a little Gerber Baby!  Miles weighed 6lbs 10ozs and was 19 1/4 inches long.   My parents and Jeff's parents stayed at our house and entertained Kendley while I was in labor and then came to meet the new little man as soon as Jeff texted them he was here.  It was so nice to have family here so that we didn't have to worry about both of our babies!  Kendley LOVED having her Oma, Papa, Nana and Grumpy around!  I think after they all left, she went through some attention withdraw!  Here are some pictures of us at the hospital.