1st bath

Luke keep me busy yesterday. This is what he did...

He moved when I was taking a picture and I thought it was funny.
This morning I gave Luke his first real bath (not just a washcloth and water). His belly button cord fell off two days ago, his pee pee is all healed up and so he was ready for a deep cleaning. He did so well. No crying, just a little confused. He was so small in the tub I had to hold his head and then I decided to wrap a towel around him so he was stable. The only time he cried was when I took him out. He really doesn't like to be cold. Such a good little boy!

Life as a mom

I have really enjoyed being a mom so far. Luke is such a good baby which makes being a mom that more enjoyable. I know the picture below doesn't show his face but its so cute because he always covers his face with his hands. He doesn't like being cold or light. Just like his mommy.
Grandma has been such a help. She has been staying with us and helping out during the night. She says she hasn't earned her keep because he sleeps about 4-5 hours in between feedings during the night. Thank you for that even though when he does eat its about a hour a pop!

It's so weird to think that just 8 days ago this little guy appeared. I love him and Andrew does too! We have been blessed.

My Sister Ann

I am so proud of my sister Annie. She did such a good job growing that little guy! I know she'll be the best mommy to Luke, and Andrew will be an amazing daddy. I feel so priveliged to be here to see the pride, emotion, joy and utter exhaustion of the past 18 or so hours since we got to the hospital. I am gonna spoil that little baby with love and pray for him and his parents continually!

I've been able to see Luke through the window in the nursery, and here's the goods:
-He has a perfect little nose, or as Andrew said, "He got the nose we were hoping for!"
-He has a little bit of light brown hair...he's nowhere near as hairy as we thought he would be!
-He's absolutely beautiful, from head to toe.

I'll post some photos on Facebook when I get home tonight.

Love,
Aunt Katie

Luke Alan Burkey

6 pounds, 9 ounces
20 inches long
11:08-ish a.m.
October 20, 2009

First Photos (on Daddy's phone)

HE'S HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!

details to come!

Prepping to PUSH!!!

that's all for now.