First few days home as a family of five

Tegan sat with Braden for over an hour just snuggling...they were both so happy.

Dinner time - Braden's got a spot in his bouncy seat between the big kids.

Kisses from a proud big brother, Finn.Nap time - Cristin, Braden and Cabot.

Getting ready for our first walk...

It was chilly but the sun was shining bright!

"I think I'm starting to get the hang of life on the outside."

Braden's downstairs changing table is also Cabot's new favorite napping spot (yes, we take her off before he gets changed).

Happy parents...

Visit from the Whitney's - Emma didn't spend much time without Braden in her arms!

We love this guy!Cristin's first time holding Braden in the Bjorn outside after the big snowstorm.

Mountain climbers making their way to the top of the huge snowbank in our driveway. So much fun!

Patrick riding the snowdeck - Burton's skateboard-size snowboard, perfect for backyard snowbanks.
Back inside - still asleep.
Braden slept through the whole winter adventure.

Snug as can be...

Introducing: Braden Charles O'Donnell

Born on Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 10:12 AM. Weighing in at 9 lbs, 3 ounces, 21 inches long. We are all so incredibly happy to announce Braden's arrival - the final piece of our family puzzle!

Tegan and Finn meet Braden for the first time!

The star blanket is a gift from Tegan and the cow blanket is a gift from Finnegan - they got to pick out gifts for their new sibling a few weeks back.

The Three O'Donnell Siblings!

Braden's first visitors: Grandma, Grandpa, Nana, Tegan, Papa, and FinnHeading home from the hospital . . . .We are all home together and happily adjusting to life as a family of five. Many more photos to share soon!

Excited!

We're still here and doing great! The construction paper chain links hanging from a dresser in Finn's room (which is now the baby's nursery while he and Tegan are now temporary roommates) that once numbered close to 50 are now down to just 10.

We had such good luck with our Advent calendar countdown to Christmas, that once the holiday was over, we created another countdown (thanks Grandma!). So every day one of the kids gets to take off another link and...wow, not many left anymore.

Stay tuned, we'll be in touch!