College Football!!

Henry watching football while Elsbeth sleeps.

Christmas Eve Dinner

Chris, Stephanie, Kris, Ron, Renate, Leslie, Merritt, and Piper

Baby On Board

Elsbeth getting some milage in the Baby Bjorn

Vital Statistics

Henry and Elsbeth went to the doctor today for thier two-week weight check. Stephanie and I are proud to report both Henry and Elsbeth are up 11 ounces putting him at 6 lbs. 2 oz., and her at 5 lbs. 5 oz.

One Million Diapers!!!!!

Bah Humbug!

Twins first trip to the park

The stockings were hung by the chimney with care...

NORTH-SOUTH

First Nap Downstairs

Henry and Elsbeth decided they would like some change of scenery. Here they are enjoying a afternoon nap downstairs in their Packnplay. Thanks Rob and Cathy.

Wake up Henry!

Since all Henry and Elsbeth do is sleep, the theme of pictures remains unchanged. For some diversity, we will start staging photo shoots to give them a bit of perceived activity to their day.

BOPPY: redefined

Piper finds a new use for one of the boppies Aunt Megan bought for Henry and Elsbeth.

Big Mouth

Elsbeth showing off her many talents!

Guard Dog

Morning Light

We made it through the first night at home. No surprises. As I was sitting in the nursery early this morning,, I was refreshed to see the sun rise over the crib where Elsbeth and Henry were sleeping. This was the mark of a brand new day.

First Family Photo (except Piper)

"I want shotgun!"

Getting dressed for the ride home

The Good Doctor

Our hero for the past 8 months. Dr. Beyer was technically the first to hold Henry and Elsbeth.

Going Home

It is amazing that only after 4 days in the hospital Stephanie and the Twins are ready to go home. Stephanie is recovering well from her cesarean. Her doctors are pleased and feel comfortable for her discharge today. As for the Twins, they have exceeded all expectations. At 34 weeks, the textbooks suggest they should not be doing what they are doing. We are so proud of the Henry and Elsbeth for staying warm on their own, eating, gaining weight, and not having any problems with newborn jaundice. We prepared ourselves for not meeting many of these milestones initially. This is a gift to their parents as we prepare to leave the security of the hospital and head home. Wish us luck. Love, Chris and Steph

H and E

Stephanie and I decided for something a bit less permanent than a tattoo!!!