Thanksgiving in Bend

We spent the week of Thanksgiving in Bend...exploring trails, mountains and sipping on some of the world's best lattes (from Thump). Andy's parents made the trip out for a few days, and while they cuddled with their Grandson, Andy and I were able to sneak away for some fun adventures.

Asleep on Gramps' shoulder

Happy hanging out with Nana

Snowshoeing on Mt. Tumalo...

My favorite "waiting for milk" pose

Smiling hedgehog

Our first bike adventure together post Harrison


The dogs thanked us endlessly for their epic adventure along the Deschuttes River. Blue ran at least 1000 miles up and down the trail and attempted to swim in the icy waters. Max was content smelling all of the goods Eastern Oregon had to offer.

Another hike along the Deschuttes with the little bundle...Harrison is perfectly content in his awesome snowsuit.







The dogs crashed out in perfect harmony on the floor of our retro rental house.

Dad & Harrison in motion...Real men wear tie dye

Six Week Sumo Smiles

The first smiles and laughs emerge, pulling on the heart strings a little more. Harrison's personality is shining through with each passing day.

Check out Harrison at 6 weeks

Smiling sumo baby

Making faces at Nana ... wow, I didn't know how long my tongue was

Cozy after bath time

Tie Dye Day

Grandad teaching me to play piano

Big peepers

Pure bliss in my first snowsuit... I'm ready for face shots & autographs.

Curious as always.

The First Month with Harrison

The first month was spent relishing in and adjusting to our new role as parents. It was fascinating just observing Harrison take in his new world.



Here are some of our favorite photos from our first month together.

Getting ready for the big game with Mom...week 1.5

Gazing into Dad's eyes...week 2

Harrison's first outing on a gorgeous Fall day...week 2

Check me out...week 2.5

Hanging out with Grandad...week 3

Swings by Gigi..week 3


Little package in motion...week 3

Gramps teaching me how to nap...week 4

First Week Favorites

The first week at home with our family was rather surreal - spending each moment marveling over our incredible gift. Andy was a champion at taking care of Mom, Baby and everything else in between.

Here are some photos of us basking in the glorious sun drenched days following Harrison's birth...

Look how long I am!

Our friend Kacie (In The Moment Photography) visited during the first week together and took some beautiful shots of our little guy...

Meet the Family

Mom, Dad & Harrison - 20 hrs.

Proud & tired Dad


Grandad & Gigi

Gramps & Nana

Auntie Kristen

Uncle Scott

Introducing Harrison Jack Kunkler

Into a sea of pure bliss and absolute exhaustion, Harrison Jack Kunkler was born on Friday, October 2 at 7:06 PM...8 pounds, 4 ounces, 21 1/2 inches long.

After what felt like days of pushing, our little boy didn't want to come out and thus was delivered via cesarean. Although we had hoped for a natural birth, words cannot express the gratitude we felt to have our healthy and beautiful boy grace us with his presence.

We couldn't have done it without all of your kind words, warm thoughts and loving support throughout these past months. A special thanks are in order to the amazing women who rushed to the hospital at the beginning of our labor adventure and sent their love from the waiting room...hour after hour after hour of the lengthy process.


Mom and baby first snuggle

Harrison Jack: Day 2

The Nursery...Waiting for Baby K

The Nursery: My favorite room in the house with it's great light & energy. Creating this space was a wonderful welcoming ritual for me and thanks to inspiration from Andy, much of the furniture was found via Craigslist :)