Big Brother/Little Sister

It has been obvious that Nolan loves Avery.  He always checks on her, and lets me know when she is crying.  He has been a bit shy to hold her, and we had been keeping them apart because he had a cold.  Yesterday we were taking Christmas photos, and he was still a bit shy to hold Avery.  Well, last night he asked to hold her, and he wanted to help with her bottle.  The moment was just very CUTE!  Nolan is going to be a very caring and LOVING Big Brother!

Santa Arrives By Helicopter

This morning we took Nolan to see Santa arrive by helicopter in South Barrington.  It is really cool to see the red helicopter fly in, and land and out comes Santa!  Nolan thought that was really neat, especially since he is so into anything that deals with transportation.

He also loved waiting for the helicopter to arrive, because he had a few minutes to play in the snow.  We had forgotten Nolan's gloves, so he wore Daddy's which worked just fine.

After Santa arrived, we went in to Santa's workshop where Nolan worked on a few craft projects for the holidays!

Daddy-Daughter Nap time

Who doesn't love taking a little nap?  And with a newborn, we could all use a little extra sleep.  I walked into the family room today, and saw this...and my heart just melted!

Comparison on Nolan and Avery

Can you tell that these two are siblings?  There is no DOUBT in my mind!!!

Nolan at about 1 week of age

Avery 1 Week

Nolan in the bouncy seat

Avery in the bouncy seat

Avery's Homecoming

  Avery was discharged from the NICU today, and she is coming home with us!  

Getting ready to leave the hospital!  

Once she arrived home she was eagerly greeted by her big brother, grandparents, and of course our dog Wrigley.   

Wrigley was not shy at all about giving her a sloppy KISS!  

We unfortunately have not yet had a chance to take a picture of Nolan and his little sister, since he has a bad cold.  But stay posted, one will appear very SOON!

Grandma and Grandpa Maycunich

We LOVE you Avery and are so glad that you are now part of our FAMILY!