The Burkes Go Baby Shopping (VIDEO)

This was supposed to be a photostory, but I took so many pictures, I had enough for a video.  This is Baby's World Boutique.  It is owned an managed by Antoinette's oldest sister, Sandra.

Lisa and Stephanie had a playdate with the toddlers, and ended up stopping by the boutique, who is having a sale.

The Coopers also stopped by to possibly get a few new things for the baby.

Awww, Baby Aiden is fast asleep.

Of course the Burke's stopped by.  They need just about everything.  They are looking at the new crib.  (It will be in the Etsy store by this weekend.  I need to redo the pictures.)

The rocking horses were a big hit with the toddlers.  A rocking horse is currently in the Etsy store.

Mr. Cooper, owner of the Day Spa, is keeping the twins occupied, while mom shops.  That toy section came in handy.

The Burkes found a few key items and are still shopping.

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Jessica's Play Date

The Hart family has been adjusting to having dad home.  It's been quite an adjustment, especially for dad, Ethan.  Stephanie has had to reorganize her life to not only be mom, but to get back to being a wife.  Ethan is working through all the nightmares about the war.  Even with all the challenges, they are all happy to be reunited.

A typical family room when there are infants and toddlers in the house.

Stephanie has managed to get Jessica, baby Aiden and herself, dressed.

 Dad comes to say goodbye before leaving for work.

"Hmmm.  Daddy loves you so much."

"Have a great day, honey."

Kathleen is headed to school. Mom gives some last minute advice.

Moments. later, Jessica heads to her play area.

Mom has placed the baby in the playpen for his morning nap. 

Meanwhile, she does a little cleaning to get ready for the guests.

Hours have passed.  Mom fed the kids their lunch and then put them down for naps.

They're so adorable when they sleep. 

 

Naps never seem to last long.

Jessica awakes just in time for her play date with Mikayla.

"Sweetie, look who's here. Are you going to say hi to Mikayla." 

Doesn't take long before the girls are totally engrossed in playland.

Even baby Chloe is playing away.

Stephanie and Michelle get to enjoy some adult conversation. I think I hear them talking about the dance. Yes, they will both be there.

An hour later and the girls have had enough. All in all, a great play date for all.

Ethan meets his son for the first time

Stephanie is waiting anxiously with the kids for the arrival of her husband, Ethan.  He is finally returning home from Iraq, for good. It's been almost a year since they have seen him.  This will be his first time meeting his son, Aiden.

They are seated in a small private waiting area.

An hour has passed, and baby Jessica is getting a little restless. 

All of a sudden, the door opens, and there he is!

Stephanie is soooo happy to see her husband!

Kathleen is excited to see her dad, but she waits for mom to finish her hello.

"Oh honey, we missed you so much!"

Kathleen finally gets her turn. Jessica is a little taken aback, at first. She doesn't really recognize this man.

But somehow she softens up, and allows her daddy to give her a big ol' hug.

When Ethan sees his son for the first time, he is nearly brought to tears. "He's so beautiful!"

Ethan loves his country, but he is happy to be home with his family.