Owen's Baptism

Owen was baptized at Rosary Cathedral by Father Charles Singler. This was the church where we got married and was the priest that married us. It was a very special way to welcome Owen to the Catholic faith. The gown he wore was worn by my Grandmother, her siblings, my mom and her siblings and me. It is almost 100 years old. It was very special to have Owen wear it.

The priest pouring water over Owen's head. He did very well and did NOT cry!

We were very blessed to have lots of family and friends in attendance.

Owen with his Godparents, Amy and Ryan. He says "I'm so lucky!"

The lighting of the baptismal candle.

Afterwards we had a nice brunch reception at Sylvania Country Club. Unfortunately we were so hungry we forgot to take pictures:( Thanks to everyone that came, especially those that traveled for the event. It meant so much to us to have you there!

New people!

The Christmas holiday was full of Owen meeting new people.

Jen and Todd hanging out with Owen.

Great Uncle John and Great Aunt Liz were in town for Owen's baptism.

Great Aunt Lu was also in town for the baptism.

Owen's first Christmas

Here is Owen all ready for his first Christmas...not sure he's convincing about the nice list...

Our first Christmas photo as a family:)

Now Owen is performing for the camera. His smile and new sounds make us so happy!

Owen is chillin' with his cousins Bennett and Caden. Next Christmas is going to be crazy, but fun!

More first week home pics

Good Babysitters.

Never underestimate the ability of a cat. Here's Walli or Pene on babysitting duty. They're good kitties (despite what the grandparents say).

My First Week Home.

Hospital Visitors!

Thanks to everyone who came to visit and/or sent flowers to the hospital! Look at how comfortable everyone looks...we expect to see some babies from you guys soon!

Hello...my name is Owen Lawrence!

Owen Lawrence Geissler was born at 6:42 pm on November 4, 2007. These are a few pics daddy took to show mommy while they were finishing up her surgery.

Happy Halloween!

Happy Halloween!

From my tummy to yours.

Our parents favorites!

Here are some pics of our parents favorite members of our household, the cats. Walli is the brown tortoise shell one and Penelope is white/black. They love the radiator and window-sills, but detest each other. Pene is clearly Brett's cat and Walli is clearly Alexis's: guess we'll have to get another for baby G.

The 2 1/2 of us around Chicago...

Just a few pics of us enjoying Chicago before baby G joined us (outside of mommy's tummy anyhow!)

Getting Ready.

These baby things are pretty easy to assemble...I'm sure it'll only get worse.