September 2014

Burke has a new room with his new big boy full bed. 

We enjoyed a long weekend at the lake with the McGowns. The McGowns shared their big news that they are expecting as well. In fact, Megan and I are due on the exact same date!!! We are so excited for them and that our kids will be the same age. 

 Charlotte and Burke had a blast together!

 We met Grandma Karyl and Aunt Megan in Lawrence to celebrate their August birthdays at Free State Brewery. Burke wore his new "Cool Big Bro" shirt to announce the news live to Karyl and Megan.

Burke had another round of Croup so we spent a day at home trying to get him breathing easier. 

 After a few days stuck inside, Burke and I ventured outside to enjoy the beautiful weather and go to Deanna Rose. Burke rode his first horse, "Sadie." 

 Apple Picking at Aldredge Farm has become a new tradition. 

Corn Harvest in Wichita at Phil & Mary's Farm

Corn cob sword fighting with Papa

Burke got to ride in a combine, tractor and a grain truck. Despite his facial expression here, he loved it so much that he was crying when it was time to get out of the combine.

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!!!

Burke has some great news to share....

Burke is going to be a big brother in March 2015! 

We are very excited to welcome another little one to our family. Our exact due date is March 3rd. We will find out the Baby Croft's gender October 13th. We will share the gender but hold the name until the little peanut arrives. I am very excited for a spring baby. I definitely think I am showing earlier with this baby and at 15 weeks broke out some maternity clothes. 

We told Burke on a walk at the dog park. Burke had picked some wild berries before we sat down on a bench. Dan took Burke's berries away from him while we told him this life changing news. Burke listened as Dan explained that he would be a big brother and there was a baby in Mom's belly. When we asked him what he thought and if we understand he said. "Yes, can I have my berries back now?"

Burke seems to understand and has asked great questions since but seems indifferent at this point.

Burke first requested a sister and chose the name Spongebob. We will put that on the list. : )