Everett Joy Aeder

Everett Joy Aeder was born at home on March 7th at 2:24 am. She was 7.5 lbs and 20.25 inches. She was born with her hand next to her head and likes to keep her hands close to her face. She has a good strong latch and good appetite. She seems to recognize her mom and dad's voices and has a sweet and calm disposition. She was born with a full head of hair that looks light brown however is still pending an official ruling. We are completely in love with her and feel very fortunate that she has decided to join us, even if she was 13 days late.

Mom's birthday

Had a birthday brunch out in the shade in the backyard which felt very Italian. Then the ladies went to the butterfly garden, frozen yogurt at Mochi and Lake Alice. It was gorgeous sundress weather in February. Gotta love Florida. We were hoping for a baby today on Grama and Mom's birthday but this little one has its own plans I guess.

The butterflies landed on us a lot. Aunt Marjorie even said one bit her
(do butterflies have teeth?)

New windows

Dad gave us new windows as a baby gift. Patrick and Dad installed them and they look great!

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Patrick's Birthday poker party

Well, I made it through another year. I decided to celebrate with some good friends over a friendly game of poker. Unfortunately, it was not my night. Luckily Andrew was feeling generous and offered to buy breakfast for all if he won the night. It was a 5:30 am when the final hand was dealt and Andrew was indeed the victor. Like a champ, he stuck to his word and we all enjoyed a great breakfast.

Patrick and Ryan enjoying a fresh home-made soda. Thanks Dad.

The Last men standing. Well done Gentleman. Andrew wins with a straight.

January 16th Shands baby shower at Joe's

Having a coed work baby shower at the bar was a great idea. We got to hang out, eat home made sugar cookies (my craving food), open presents, play pool AND watch NFL playoffs.

Baby shower at Rita's

Oregon Mom Linda is here for the baby shower at Rita's. Yummy chicken salad and rosemary lemon cookies. Three generations of ladies celebrating. Six more weeks! The m and ms predicted the baby is a girl but the jelly bellies predicted a boy.

Christmas 2010

Mike Casey and Hank came in from Seattle and we had Christmas eve at our house. Christmas morning with a two and a half year old was awesome. Santa brought Hank the birthday cake he was hoping for. They gave their future niece or nephew "Goldfish" lots of baby gear, toys and books including a stroller Hank helped his daddy detail the day before. Casey patiently took some pregnancy pictures of us. Two months of pregnancy left!