a may-velous month

the first couple weeks in may have been grand.  sure, we have our fair share of sleepless nights and brotherly spats.  but love is in the air around here and we are loving every moment with our newest family member.

first bath in the sink:

speaking of new family members.  we are thrilled to welcome eli james into our extended family.  little eli was born on may 1st to my sister and her husband and their son, josiah.  he had a little rocky start, but has been given a clean bill of health. we think he's a gem and feel blessed to have another beautiful baby boy in the family. 

it's going to be such a treat to see these two little guys grow up together.

may is also a great time to welcome visitors to our home. the maios came to town and dropped in to meet little reece over the weekend. hello cute little lukas!

speaking of visitors...nana came for the night again and miles and henry were poised and ready to read her a bedtime story...

...before heading to their room for a campout on the floor.

the gorgeous weather continues to shine here in minnesota. we are all for it and don't mind taking advantage of the early picnics and lazy afternoons in the backyard.

I'm happy to report that despite chasing after two big boys, my sweet husband gives me ample time to park on the couch and love up on reece. oh how I cherish these fleeting newborn days...

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the following is an example of what can happen when your daycare friend wears the same shoes as you do. you just might need to borrow a girl's shoe.