Sunday, April 3

Oliver Speed Dundas

The expression on Spencer's face sums up how we feel about the new addition to the family.  Oliver Speed Dundas was born at 12:10 Saturday morning, April 2nd, just saving himself from a lifetime of birthday April's fools jokes, so he's got to be happy about that one. He was 7 pounds 8 ounces, 21.5 inches long, and really squeaky like a baby squirrel.

Understandably, the middle name Speed may stand out to some, but keeping in mind Spencer's middle name is Danger, we had to give Olli something unique so he doesn't feel left out.  It could have been worse, Nytro was seriously considered but I chickened out after he was born.  In the morning while reading an article about the SS Bug, the world's fastest road car, the word speed popped up and seemed to fit (better than Nytro anyway) so with Susan's blessing, we locked it in.

Olli's gun show
As friends and family can attest, we were pretty confident the life inside of Susan's tummy was going to grow up wearing pink and playing with Barbies, and although that hasn't proven untrue yet, there is a better chance he'll be wearing hand-me-downs and trying to do everything his big brother does.
Olivia, pretty like a girl

As we had a full arsenal of girls clothes on hand, I couldn't resist not putting the flower headband Susan made on his head and sending the picture to our sisters Jenn and Julie, as our own April's fools joke.  Hopefully Oliver is forgiving in nature.

Spencer love's his new brother more than we could have ever asked for.  He likes petting his hair like he does with the cats, and gives him lots of hugs and kisses.  We are very proud of both of them.

With my cousin Jessie and her husband Tim's new addition 5 days ago (on my birthday, March 28th) Andrew Reed Kendall, Oliver makes 8 grandsons and only 1 granddaughter that if she didn't look exactly like my cousin Blair, I would recommend he DNA test her at this point.

Oliver, if you're reading this years later, I apologize for the girlie pic above... and the middle name... and the inevitable gymnastic classes that your mom wants to put you in.  And, we love you.


Here's a link to the inspiration of the middle name http://www.evo.co.uk/carreviews/evocarreviews/259522/bugatti_veyron_super_sport_video_review.html

3 comments:

  1. Love the video of the boys! Spencer is so cute holding his hand and giving hugs. THey will be best buds!
    Congrats!

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  2. Before I start the sarcasm, I should mention CONGRATS you both make beautiful babies! No.. but seriously, for the next baby. Can we please start a 'middle name poll'? - I was really hoping "Zoom or Velocity" had a chance... perhaps, "Vrooom" ... jk! We love your boys to bits!!!

    Lots of love, hugs and kisses! I can't wait to see you all!

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  3. Very sweet video of the two! Such a happy time for you guys! Just think of all the games these two are going to play together! We are so happy for you guys!

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