Lukas Andrew Klaus - Homecoming

After only ~36hrs after delivery, both Andrea and our new son Lukas Andrew were released from the hospital. We took the day "easy" and tried to get some rest before coming home, which we realized was really needed. Brendan had a great day with his aunt and grandma today and went Easter Egg hunting, lunch at Bravo, and lots of other playing. Then Brendan was not overly excited to see his new brother, but at the same time very interested. The evening with Brendan went well overall until after he got back from ice cream with his aunt and grandma. Brendan had a number of meltdowns, and was very needy of mommy and daddy and really still misses his best friend DeeDee (Bailey) who we will pick up from the kennel tomorrow. Lukas is getting used to his new home and a bit overwhelmed himself. We'll see how tomorrow goes :)

New Baby Boy Klaus

Andrea woke up about 12:30am this morning and was having regular contractions. We figured it was time, so we got ready, and were told to head to the hospital after calling the doctor. Our friend came by to watch Brendan, and a neighbor helped to take Bailey to the kennel. The new baby boy Klaus was born at 6:46am at Christ Hospital here in Cincinnati and is 20" and 7lb13oz. We still have to come up with a name, but we have time. Grandma Klaus and Aunt Kim are on their way down to spend some time with us and help out with Brendan. Hopefully Brendan is not too upset, and it will help that he is on his normal routine at daycare today.

Brendan's First Haricut

It has been a long time, but Brendan finally received his first haircut prior to his 2nd birthday. Now that summer is near it is

better that it is a little shorter. The haircut place was very nice with a TV and videos, Brendan watched Thomas the Train and sat in a car seat while playing with toys. We were all surprised how well Brendan did and really seemed to enjoy himself.

Spring Time - Brendan and Mommy with baby

The weather is starting to be very nice here, although we're still getting a few cold days on and off. This picture is mommy at ~8mts pregnant with Brendan's brother. As of Mar 13, that was mommy's last day of work and she has 2wks off before her due date. During that time she is relaxing, getting things ready, and watching a lot of movies.