Introducing Daniel William Leland Becker

We are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of our son, Daniel William Leland Becker! Daniel is for his uncle (whom Aaron is also named after), and William and Leland are the middle names of Betsy's grandfathers. Our little man made a surprisingly fast entry into the world on Thursday at 12:35 PM after only 3 1/2 hours of labor. He weighed in at 7 lbs, 14 oz, measures 20.25" long, and in true Becker Baby fashion, he sports a 14.75" head! We're all in disagreement over whom he most resembles, but there's no doubt that he looks like one of ours! He's a great little baby and his big sisters and brother already love him to pieces. Here are some pictures from our first 2 1/2 days...

Being held by his Papa for the first time.

Confused, but awake!

Smiles, fingers, snuggles, and peaceful sleeps.

Not *always* chill...

He has his Mama's fingers!

And lastly, take a look at Bella here in 2009 with Eva and now in 2014 with Daniel. This girl is getting all grown up.

We're all home and resting now, getting settled into life as a family of six. This life is full and this life is fun, and we are so blessed to be able to live it. Praise God for His incredible blessings of 4 healthy little people to raise up! We are blessed beyond measure!

Delight yourself in the Lord, 

and He will give you the desires of your heart.

Psalm 37:4

Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good,

       for His steadfast love endures forever.

Give thanks to the God of gods,

       for His steadfast love endures forever.

Give thanks to the Lord of lords, 

       for His steadfast love endures forever.

Psalm 136:1-3