Kunkler Family Adventures: 2009

12.30.2009

December to Remember

Family: Self Portraits December 7, 2009

This month flew by in the whirlwind of the holidays, but we so enjoyed a few more firsts: First celebration of Dad's birthday, Christmas and New Years Eve. Harrison spent days in fascination over the Christmas tree lights, his smiles turned into outbursts of laughter and the dogs found their kicks getting into dirty diapers (we have now invested in a closed lid garbage can).

I love my DUCKS

My favorite blanket December 4

My new favorite blanket December 30

Gigi & I

Monkeying around with Mom

Ring my bell...Harrison on Christmas morning

The best gift of all

Exhausted Andy asleep in the Jungle on Christmas evening

Yes Virginia...Dogs do love diapers

11.30.2009

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

11.16.2009

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.

11.02.2009

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

10.09.2009

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...