digital single-lens reflex what?

I love my new DSLR and my 35mm prime lens. We've gotten some great pics with it and am excited to spend some time out just shooting anything and everything. I am really looking forward to taking an advanced to really get the most out of it.

I've also added a new random photo's album for my fun photography...a total collection of randomness.

Our Web Albums

Finally, I've uploaded some new pics to the Kate album.

first bath, gary and norma

Kate was happy to meet Gary and Norma this weekend. It was nice of them to make the trip to Omaha to meet her and do some sight-seeing while they were here.

Today, Kate had her first true bath. It went great, she truly enjoyed, not crying a bit till we drained the tub, she must of realized it was over.

Pictures from the past week have been uploaded.

shower

Thanks to all those that came to the shower on Saturday and sorry that we missed those of you that couldn't make it. Hope we get a chance to see you soon. We had a great time and are thankful for all the wonderful gifts.

Special thanks to Kara's parents for hosting the party and to Tim and Kelly for their efforts and planning.

We've also added more pictures to the picasa web album. Please send us an email if you want us to email any hi-res originals. We only post some of the best pictures there so we don't use up all our space.

Baby Kate

Kate's still awake tonight...going to be late to work again tomorrow at this rate.

pictures pictures pictures

I've added some new pictures to the web album. I've also created a new album, I took Emily to the Bellevue dog park today.

http://picasaweb.google.com/tkbellinger/

middle name

fyi...we decided on a middle name prior to leaving the hospital the other day:

Kate Elizabeth Bellinger

album updates

We've added addtional pics to the picassa photo album.

http://picasaweb.google.com/tkbellinger/BabyKate

introducing Kate

Hey everyone,
Yesterday was a big day. We went early in the morning to be induced. Say hello to Kate [TBD] Bellinger (we haven't picked a middle name yet).

Born: July 18th, 2009 3:09PM
Weight: 8lb 6oz
Length: 19.5in

Here's a link to a web album: http://picasaweb.google.com/tkbellinger/BabyKate#

one week to go

We have one week to go according to the the 'official' due date. Kara and I are both hoping that it will be sooner rather than later. At one point, I hoped for my birthday to be the day, but now, I'm just too excited and am ready for her to come anytime now. Our bag is packed and I'm just waiting for the call.

BTW, if you're planning on having a baby...I hope you drive a car larger than a compact...rear facing baby seats just don't fit well into compacts. :(

packing our bag

With only about three weeks to go, we've started packing our bag in preparation for the trip to the hospital. The carseat's going to get a trial installation this weekend.

items in the bag (or will be):
- toothbrush
- toothpaste
- deoderant
- travel shampoo/soap
- sleepwear
- change of clothes
- slippers
- camera
- camcorder
- ipod
- laptop
- cellphones + chargers
- gum
- baby clothes
- receiving blanket

Any suggestions?? Xbox? just kidding :)

you've been waiting...

Here's some pictures of the nursery. Thanks so much to Tim & Kelly!!! We'll add some to our Picassa Albums (click the photo link to the right).