8-29-06 Cuddled up with Uncle D



Uncle Derek and Burke had some serious bonding time over the weekend...Burke had a great time playing and snuggling with Uncle D! As you can see in the sleepy picture, Burke was out for the count.

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Anonymous said…
I love the cuddle time pic. it is so cool to see him like that.
Michelle
7:23 PM
D-Lo said…
Does Burke have those socks on his hands so that he won't reach out and pull on Uncle D's flowing chest hair?
2:42 PM
Anonymous said…
Wow, you guys have been great about keeping the blog postings coming. Thanks for your dillegence and your amazing witness in the face of this trial. Burke looks great! What a cute kid. Hang in there. We continue to remember you in prayer.
Love,
Carol and Hamilton
3:25 PM
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