10-14-06 Experiencing the world!



Burke has really grown a ton over the past week ..he is so much more interactive and playful...more and more like a happy healthy baby each day! He's been learning to reach for toys (note the toys are fish as we're hoping to encourage and develop his fishing skills early so he can keep up with his uncles on the river someday (watch out Stealth!) Burke took his first car ride yesterday and LOVED it...he was very attentive to everything...then he fell asleep...good for us but I wonder if he wished he could have stayed awake to explore his world a little more! Burke sure doesn't like to miss a thing these days...I think he's actually learning to enjoy life and relax a bit now. Of course we are still exhausted as he eats every 2 hours all night long but we're so thankful he's eating so well and celebrate with each empty bottle. Praise God for His faithfulness and good work in healing our little guy...please pray as we continue to trust that He will complete the good work He has started in Burke and in our family!

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Anonymous said…
He is DARLING! You have quite the handsome precious little one on your hands! Burke looks so happy and healthy! I hope to visit soon!
Thinking of all of you -
Auntie Pipes
8:40 AM
Anonymous said…
He looks great!! So glad to hear he's growing and healing!! Can't wait until he's big enough to make a trip to Yakima!! :) Take care!!
10:01 AM
Anonymous said…
baby Burke is soo cute. We want you to know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers constantly. Luiz and I both really empathize with your exhaustion as we remember that it seemed as if we truly had no sleep at all those first couple of months. Having a little baby around the house is a major adjustment for sure. We just want to encourage you and say things truly will get better:) We continue to pray for you and ask that you please let us know if there is anything we can do to help. we love you,
Luiz, Rachel, and baby Alissa
10:56 AM
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