Patrick's First Spanish Mass

Posing with Dad

Father's Day

My first Father's Day was beautiful! Patrick is three-months old, Todd brought a new gas grill to the house, while Randy, Shannon, Bree and Annie came over to watch the game, eat, and hangout! A perfect day, for sure.


Mi Reina!


The two reasons I am the luckiest man in the world!


Patrick just recently learned to suck his thumb!


Happy Father's Day

Patrick meets YaYa, Sydney and Zoe!

Patrick met his grandmother, Sydney redecorated the house and Zoe just sat back and took it all in! We had a super time, Guys! Patrick enjoyed your company and attention!
Here are some great photos from the last couple of days...


Patrick and Aunt Sydney


Patrick, Dad, YaYa and Uncle John


Zoe and Yolany


And the whole gang together on the porch

Playin' with Mama

Baby Patrol

Chris, Dominique and beautiful Lena came over for dinner last night. Chris and Patrick (notice the BEARS FOOTBALL onsie...Kadi is Patrick's buddy!) with Dominique and Lena. We had a great time!

Talking Video

I apologize for the darkness; however, it's not the picture that is captivating! Enjoy Patrick's verbalizations! His mother and I sure have...

Mother and Child

Swing Video, Director's Cut, Take Two

Patrick and his swing go together like peanut butter and jelly! The soundtrack has been indelibly etched into my psyche...I find myself humming the tunes day and night!

Playing with Patrick

Patrick enjoys some quality time with Mom and Dad. He is becoming more expressive--smiling, laughing and cooing--by the day! We have so much fun just hanging out and watching the show!

More Fun with Kadi...and Uncle John!

Kadi and John Murphy are Patrick's Big Buddies! We had a wonderful time at The Wedge on Thursday night, Guys. (Uncle David and Aunt Jayne turned us on to some of the best pizza in town...then there's the Mocha Crunch gelato.) Have a safe trip back to Chicago, Kadi...sniffle, sniffle...we'll miss you lots! July is right around the corner, though. Thanks for your presence; you're wonderful.


Patrick's beautiful Madre!


The Little Man


Kadi and John

Patrick's Buddy

Kadi and Patrick sharing a nap. Thanks, Kadi, for taking care of the Little Man! You're a great sport! (I accidentally erased the other photo of you guys on the couch! Yes, I know, you don't have to say it...)

Patrick's New Toy

A special thanks to Penny Park for Patrick's wonderful swing. He is absolutely fascinated by it. Nice work, Penny! Now maybe we can get this house in order!

Two Months Old

Mom and Patrick enjoying a moment!


Patrick with Mom, Dad and Uncle Todd celebrating two months on the planet!

Visiting Aunt Hyla

Patrick resting comfortably with Aunt Hyla close by!


Aunt Hyla diligently working on Patrick's Christmas stocking! Patrick, Mom and Dad spent the afternoon with Hyla, Tom and Kathy. Thanks for having us over! We had a wonderful time.

Taking a stroll...

Mom, Dad and Patrick enjoying a beautiful Spring afternoon in the park.

Patrick and Uncle John

Patrick and Uncle John sharing a nice moment...no doubt discussing how much they miss Kadi and can't wait to see her in a couple of weeks!

A Day in the Life

Patrick enjoying a siesta


Patrick taking a nap with Dad

Home, Home Again...

Patrick is back at home! On behalf of Patrick and his Mom, I'd like to thank all of you for your love and support. Having family and friends like you is a wonderful blessing that is sincerely appreciated. You can probably imagine how much it means to Yolany and me. Patrick is definitely glad to be home, as are his exhausted parents. Here is a picture of the little angel in his crib that I took last night.

Quality Time

Mom, Dad and a very content Patrick having fun! Patrick's chair vibrates and has the sounds of a tropical rain forest--birds, frogs and running water--to help soothe him!

Sunday Morning

Patrick and Mom have the whole feeding/burping thing down! Unwavering commitment to the routine is vital: Dad changes Patrick's diaper, swaddles him and then takes him to Mom, who feeds and burps him. After which time he usually sleeps for a couple of hours or so. This procedure is repeated 12 to 14 times a day.

Santiago Pineda

This photo of Santaigo Pineda just arrived from Honduras! Congrats to Ale and Chilo! Nice work, Guys! We had a great video conference with the proud parents last night! Ale is as beautiful as ever and Chilo is a proud, beaming father! You can check out Santiago's blog at www.santiagopineda.blogspot.com

Hang Ten

Santiago Pineda

Chilo called early this morning to let us know that Santaigo Pineda was born around 2:00 am CST in Tegucigalpa, Honduras! Alejandra and Santiago are resting well; Chilo is ecstatic! We are patiently awaiting photos! Bien hecho, guys!

One Month and Counting

Patrick Bradford Hyde is one month old today! He had a huge day, packed with all kinds of fun stuff. First, he went to the pediatrician for his one-month check-up! The Hep B vaccine wasn't very enjoyable (even Mom cried!), but we found out that he has gained 40 ounces in 22 days. He now weighs 8 pounds and 11 ounces! After the doctor's appointment, we headed over to Tom and Hyla's for birthday cake and coffee. From there the family went to Target, where Patrick picked up a couple of new items for his wardrobe. All in all we had a great day. Here are a few pictures...


Starting the day with Dad on burping duty


Patrick with his beautiful mother waiting for Dr. Moore


Patrick enjoying Hyla's lap!


Another take of Mom, Hyla, Patrick and Dad


Patrick after a hard day of running around

Waking up

A shot of Patrick a few minutes after waking up. He seems to have established a sleeping pattern that we all can live with--he's up every two to three hours for a quick snack and then falls right back to sleep. Tomorrow is Patrick's one-month birthday! He also has a check-up at the pediatrician. I will definitely keep you posted...

Nap Time

I could spend hours leaning over Patrick's crib watching him sleep. I am captivated--fully, completely. An indescribable sense of peace always washes over me.

Burping Duty

Dad giving Mom a little respite by taking a hand at burping Patrick

Sunday Stroll

Mom had her doubts, but Dad and Patrick finally convinced her that a stroll around the park would be fun! It was the farthest that Yolany has walked since giving birth three weeks ago, so she is a little tired. Patrick, as usual, seemed to take it all in stride.


Mom getting Patrick ready


Mom being Mom


Dad driving Patrick's coach