Makin' it a good day!

Brightens up the day when this pops up on your phone.

Home Sweet Home

It's been just about 2 weeks now that we've been home from the hospital. Everything seems to being going pretty well. Case has been keeping himself busy doing some eating, a nap here and there, and pooping. And more pooping. Man...I forgot how much babies poop. And pee. The rest of us are getting pretty used to the little guy being around. Madisyn has been an awesome helper despite thinking its a bit gross with all the dirty diapers, and I think I agree. Riley has taken up to sleeping right next to the Pack and Play. Amie's doing well, feeling better I think than she did with Madisyn. And myself, I'm starting to get used to the additional "plumbing" down there that gets in the way of the changes. Here's a few pics of the last couple weeks. Not too overly exciting...but here ya go.

Looks thrilled to be getting his picture taken. Get used to it kid!

Getting out of the house for a walk.

Our super duper not so little anymore helper.

Introducing Case Berggren

Well...I guess it's not fair to only blog for 1 of your children. So here we go again. Case Thomas Berggren was born Saturday April 21st at 3:32 in the morning. A good size dude at 9 lbs 10 oz Amie decided to only put me thru about 4 hours of labor in the middle of the night this time. Which I thought was pretty thoughtful. :) She did awesome!! Everything moved a little quicker this time. Madisyn came up Saturday morning to meet her little brother. She really seems to like him, so much so I'm not sure how long Case will have the hair he does. All the head touches and kisses just may wear the hair he has right off.

Must be football season!

It's the start of training camp...and Madisyn's gearing up for the upcoming Packer season. As of right now she's still in contract negotiations (we're holding out for more guaranteed money), but her agent thinks it shouldn't be long before she signs and is in camp. Go Pack!

The Staniak's

Earlier this summer (late spring I guess) the Staniak's came for a visit. Luckily we had awesome weather and were able to hang out outside. The kids had great time playing at the park. And aside from the failed 'sleepovers' Madisyn was so excited to see Reese and Chase again (Jenny and Ryan too).

Um....is this the definition of 'flower child'? Peace sign....for real?

BFFs

Check out those straight teeth!!

I'm back!

It's only been 4 months, but the mounting harassment was starting to get unbearable. Just kidding. In any case, here's to my summer resolution to start getting some pictures back up here every now and again. Wish me luck! I have a lot to catch up on so stay tuned (fingers crossed)!

Elton John eat your heart out!

Riley asked I update his photo too.

Goodbye 2...Hello 3!

Happy Birthday! The terrible two's are history. Its smooth sailing from her on out right? So far so good (Only if its been one day). Happy birthday little munchkin! We love you little squirt!!
- Mom, Dad, & Riley

The last of the 2's

Tonight is Madisyn's last night of being 2. Tomorrow's the big day...and probably one the biggest for our little munchkin. Its crazy to think how fast time has gone. 3 years since that little one blessed out lives. I can't imagine life without her. Its so funny to see how excited she is for her birthday too this year. Supposedly the Happy Joe's pizza party is all her and her friend Simon can talk about at day care. Here's to hoping it lives up to the hype. In any case, it will be a blast, but kinda sad to think she's already another year more grown up.

This last weekend Madisyn got to meet Baby Jack (Amie's cousin's Son). She was actually the one to get him to stop crying too. She really enjoyed the time with the little guy.

Stay tuned to see how the birthday celebrations go!

Bowl-a-thon!

err....one game I mean. This weekend we ventured out to the lanes for Madisyn's first bowling extravaganza. Team Berggren's vs. Team Mellenthin (Dave, Penny & Parker) in the first ever Bowling Battle of the Block. Not really sure who ended up winning....or outlasting...the battle. But what I do know is the kids had a blast. First thing this morning Madisyn asked "Can we go bowling agian." It was so funny seeing how independent the kids were. How they wanted to carry their balls, line up the ramp (which btw is a brilliant bowling alley invention) and I'm pretty sure they would have even kept score if we had the old fashion score sheets. Then after those 10 full frames of fun, we headed to Sammy's for a little pizza. A great end to fun weekend.

.What concentration!

A little help from the pro. Golf might be my thing...but bowling looks to be Amie's (The winner of the day)

Sweet kicks! Even came with the freaky bowling alley spray stuff in 'em.

That's a big ball. 7lbs to be exact.

French fries seemed to be a highlight of the day.

Bowlin' Buds.