The Boys and their "Gram"

Dec. 26- the Second Day if Christmas. Solomon was hiding under the blanket.

BOSE...Even Kids Can Appreciate Them.

Arthur listening to Jamie Soles. Since the grandparents buy him things
he likes, I'll get him to like Apple stuff, Bose electronics and other
cool stuff that Daddy likes.

Solomon's cute eyes.

Check Out These Smiles

Uncle Jordan Holding Solomon.

Jordan had seen Solomon in the hospital, but he finally got to hold him.

"Grandma Ele" Hilleke Holding Solomon

Arthur's Growing.

"Solly" Napping

Arthur's Hair Trim

It doesn't look professional up close but it was as good as I could do
with him moving his head all the time.

Fun Photos of Arthur & Solomon

Arthur likes chocolate cupcakes from Solomon's baptism. He savors the cupcakes with all his senses.

Arthur absolutely loves his red car that my dad thought he should have. He doesn't like to get out to eat or go anywhere else. 

This is a great photo of Solomon or as we call him, "Solly Olly." He is really growing.

Arthur Drinking & Driving

My dad bought this car for Arthur and he loves it. I like it too. I
kinds wish I could fit in it.

One Month Old Solomon.

Tech Bulldog Fan and Doesn't Know

Uncle Rodger Holding Solomon.

Look Ma, No Casts!!

Solomon got his casts off today. That was unexpected but exciting.

More Tech Hat!

Arthur Tech Blue with a LA TECH Hat.

My Wife and Kids.

Holding My Boy!

Never Gets Old.

Monday Afternoon Visit.

Aunt Wendy pictured with Sarah, Arthur and Solomon.

Aunt Wendy Wilkins Holding Solomon.

Solomon Napping During Sunday Night Football.

Happy Granparents

My mom and dad getting to hold Solomon!

Arthur & Solomon on the Couch.

Little Einstein Movie has that effect on Arthur.

Arthur & Solomon Video

Arthur Swinging at the Church.

Laura, his "Lolli", took Arthur for a walk this morning and let him swing at the church right outside my office. I open the door because my office is always super cold. And what do you know, but Arthur was out there. Talk about a pleasant surprise.

Proud Father.

Me Holding Solomon on Friday Evening. Of course he was sleeping as
usual.

Solomon's First Evening at the House

He slept and then slept some more. Jim Hilleke, his "Pop", was holding
him.

Solomon is now at home!

We just got home from the hospital about 15 minutes ago and Sarah took this photo of me holding him in our kitchen before I go back to work.

Solomon's Last Night in the Hospital!

The NICU said they are planning on releasing Solomon tomorrow
sometime. I can't tell you how excited Sarah and I are. We spent
Tuesday night putting the final preparations for Solomon to come home.

Solomon Asleep During My Night Visit

I got to see Solomon after my night class Monday night. We're hoping
he comes home Wednesday or Thursday. This was taken late Monday night
in the NICU.

Monday Morning Update

As pictured earlier, Sarah and I got to hold Solomon for the first time on Sunday afternoon. He is still in the NICU and they are still watching him. We are trying to decide which tests to let them run and which tests to veto them running on him. He is improving and should finish his antibiotic cycle on Tuesday evening. We still don't know when we can go home WITH HIM, but we are going to visit him and spend time with him every chance we get.

We Got To Hold Him, Part 2

We Got to Hold Him Today!

Sarah Feeding Solomon

Sarah got to feed Solomon tonight. He is about the same and we visit
him when we can. We still don't know anymore. Thanks for your
encouragement and prayers for Solomon and us.

Another Cute Pic.

Saturday morning, 12:30am just before I said goodnight. Isn't this cute.

My Late Night Visit

Solomon gave me a good glare as I stood with him Friday night.

Solomon Update.

Solomon is getting better. We haven't gotten to hold him yet. He is
getting more milk at each feeding and Sarah may get to nurse him in
the next few days. Things are normalizing more and more for Solomon in
the NICU. We are home because they didn't have any courtesy rooms
available for parents of NICU babies. We might get own when Sarah has
to nurse him regularly.

My Cute Face.

Now that I don't have tubes and wires coming out of my head you can
see my little face!

Check Out My Shades!

Solomon was workin' out his jaundice by layin' out today. He is
getting better each day and the doctors are liking his progress.

They're Sending Us Home...without Solomon.

Sarah gets to go home. But they have to keep Solomon another 5 days or
so. He has less wires and I took this pic after I got to feed him.
Tomorrow we might get to hold him! That is exciting.

Solomon's New Casts.

As of this afternoon, Solomon has two casts on his legs. This should
help his little feet grow to give him good support.

Solomon's Hands

Solomon has his Uncle Andrew Hilleke's hands. He is posing his right
hands.

Newborn VIDEO of Solomon Otto Richey

This is video of Solomon taken early this morning while we were visiting him at 5:30am this morning. He is still in NICU for several days while they monitor his condition and run tests.

Solomon Otto with Eyes Open

Early visiting with Solomon at 5:30 this morning. He's still is being
looked after in NICU. We were able to catch a photo with his eyes open.

Solomon Otto Richey

Solomon in NICU when I got to see him. He weighed 6# 10.4oz. He was 21 inches long. They are
taking good care of him in the NICU

Welcome Solomon Otto Richey!!!

Born at 1:39pm Today. I'll update with more info as I have it.

Still Waiting

It's 10:32 and Sarah is still in labor. We all are waiting for things
to happen. No real updates to speak of.

Awaiting Baby Number 2!!!

We are at the hospital after Sarah's water broke. Looks like we'll be
in labor through the night. Sarah pictured waiting for the baby in the
hospital bed.

Crib Time

When Arthur needs a little space, this is the place. I'm hoping he'll keep up this habit after baby boy #2 is born.