Harper Laughing and Smiling

Harper Laughing and Smiling

Harper started laughing this week! And here are some photos of Harper wearing the sweater that Aunt Judy knitted for him (a benefit of him being born on the same day as her). Thanks Aunt Judy, the sweater and hat are awesome! He is either laughing or crying in this one — you decide! And [...]

Welcome to the world, Harper Lloyd!

Welcome to the world, Harper Lloyd!

Introducing Harper Lloyd Vanderkwaak, born this morning at 8:45am. He joined us, happy, healthy and calm after an amazingly fast, two hour labour and delivery. Everything went smoothly despite the speed and he was born here at home. More details along with the full “birth story” in a future post, for now here are a [...]

Happy Daddy’s Day

Happy Daddy’s Day

On Father’s Day Eden woke me up to show me a painting she had made for me the day before. A big heart with “Dad” written in it! Along with the painting, she brought fresh blueberry muffins that Heidi had woken up early to make. Usually on Sunday mornings either Heidi or I will go [...]