The first time I held Duke just seconds after he was born. 
Even though Duke came two weeks early, he weighed in at 7 lbs. 10 oz.
Proud Papa (even at 2:30 am in the morning!)
Darrell's first diaper change as he wonders "What did I get myself into?"
Mr. Darrell enjoying his status as Grandpa -- no more changing diapers for him :)
Darrell Franklin Carpenter I (Duke's namesake)
Duke's Great Grandmother (Meredith's Dad's Mom).
Duke all bundled up!
Our new expanded family!
