Kellen Matthew

Hello All,

I'm happy to report our little bundle of Joy finally arrived @ 1:35 PM on 11/9. The little guy was 19 inches and 6 lbs 3.4 oz. Sybil and the baby are doing great.

























For all those that were wondering, Sybil decided to go with my suggestion of no drugs or alcohol for the birth. With my stellar coaching and super awesome husband support, she weathered the storm and pushed him out with no problem. I'm so proud of myself :) Seriously, I'm proud of my superwoman yet again. If I was ever gonna have another baby boy (Since we can't make a girl), she could push out my child any day. In my opinion, the nurse and Dr pretty much got off easy, we could have done this at home in a kiddie pool if needed :)

I have provided a few pics of the little guy, so far, we think he looks like Julian at this stage. He has Sybil's Dr. Evil finger and daddy's chin dimple, no resemblance to the UPS, FedEx, or Mail Man, so its all good.

The Brown family is confident that with our new addition, we can dominate Novi/Northville sports for a decade. If not sports, I have a plan B, I just purchased Joe Jackson's book from Amazon.com on how to make your kids entertainment stars.(R.I.P Michael Jackson)

Thanks for all the well wishes and hope you all get to the see the little guy soon. BTW, if you see Miles, Julian or Tristan, please don't tell them the sex of the baby. They decided they didn't want to know until they meet the little guy and with the H1N1 lock down @ the hospital, no kids under 18 allowed, that threw a monkey wrench in the meeting. So they won't find out until we get home. Please try to keep it like Santa, under lock and key :)

Tristan Alexander

Hello Friends, family, and others. We are happy to announce the arrival of Tristan Alexander. The little man decided to get the party started a little early. The stork was supposed to arrive on November 10, we think he got a one of those "ding" deals on Southwest Airlines and decided to stop by at 2:00 AM Eastern time on October 17th. Below you will find the play by play.

I have to admit as a man, there is nothing like laying down to catch some good zzz's in the evening. Well, that was my plan, that plan was altered when the bedroom door bust open @ 2 and my lovely wife yells, "get up.....the baby is coming...I'm calling my mom."

My reaction, I laid there thinking, man, this is a hell of a dream, considering 4 weeks earlier, I dreamed I was a having a baby girl. There was no bedroom door and no yelling, this was different. Anyway, I jumped up, did the quick fast get ready thing and prayed all was well and waited for Nana to come watch the boys. BTW, big shots to Nana for coming through in the clutch.


Sybil and I grabbed a few essentials (AKA - My laptop, camera, and keys) and darted for the 20 minute commute. We have done this trip several times, so I wasn't worried until Nana gave the reminder, look out for Deer. Just what I needed, as I'm buzzing up the M5 freeway, fears of taking out Bambi or Rudolph. Then I thought, if only I had the Lexus IS 300 (Yes, I still miss my sporty car), I could have blown past before the deer knew what zoomed by. Well, that wasn't happening, so I fired up the paid for Honda Accord and started my white knuckle commute.

We arrived at Huron Valley Sinai with no problems, the nurses checked Sybil out and decided she was having a baby. I'm thinking awesome, I get to finally see my baby girl(Remember my dream).

We checked in to our birthing suite and hung out, and waiting for something to happen. For me, I was in heaven, the hospital had WIFI, so I figured I could crank out some work stuff prior to the birth. Well, the clock started ticking and they kept checking, not much was going on. Finally at 11:00 AM Eastern, we decided to help nature out. Man, its amazing what the drugs can do.

Sybil started having consistent contractions and feeling it. We had a family discussion, should we get a epidural. For all the guys reading this, you know my answer, "its your call honey". I wasn't getting trapped with saying, suck it up, lets go natural. It wasn't my decision to make, plus I wasn't feeling what she was feeling. I have had 7 surgeries in my life and never had issues with the drugs. I know the benefits, trust me. Anyway, the folks came in to provide the epidural, they told me to get lost for 15 minutes. I figured great, I can make a few phone calls. As I'm checking on the boys and talking to Nana. I hear this "Mr Brown...Please return to the OB". I was thinking, awesome, they have a Dr. Brown in the house. But something told me, not that Dr.Brown. They wanted me!!!

First reaction, what the heck is going on. I bust in the room, calm, cool and collected. To see the stage lights are on and the Dr is grabbing the catchers mitt. Of course, my next reaction is what the hell and did I black out. As I said, I'm calm cool and collected, I just say OK, lets get the party started. I have been here before. I have 2 kids, I'm a seasoned professional at this wife hand holding thing.

Anyway, I assume the post, preparing to have my had crushed by Sybil's grip. I positioned the camera for easy access to capture the "Hello World Shot" and get ready. No lie, within like 3 minutes, I see a head and bam the little man rolls out. I of course capture 50 pictures and video for the archive. The Dr yells, we have a boy. I'm like but my dream said, its was supposed to be a girl. So I guess that seals it, no prom dress, no shotgun by my front door for the knuckle head boyfriend, no 100k wedding. Oh well, that is for some other guy. Let me take moment to just say Sybil is a rockstar, she could be a birth coach. Every time I see her give birth, I'm in awe. She could have a baby for me any day, well let me clarify, if I was ever going to have another child, she could have the baby for me. Seriously, she could be like that Super Nanny lady. She could come in and tell women how to have a baby. I'm thinking, we may start a side hustle, she can be the Bill Belichick of birth coaches and of course, I can be her agent Drew Rosenhaus.

Alas, we are all fine and have another fella in the house. Early indications are that he has daddy's stunning looks and curly hair. He is pretty mellow and laid back. Miles and Julian came to check him out. They approved and said we can keep him. Julian is already making plans to give up his room, so Tristan can have the yellow room. Julian, always the crafty fellow, figures he can have the blue room with the cool Thomas train. Mind you, Miles is in there, he figures Miles has to move out, where, he doesn't care. Anyway, we will work it out all out.

The plan is to go home Friday, thanks for all for the well wishes and we hope to share our bundle of joy with everyone soon.

Vitals and Pictures Below:

Weight: 5lbs 5 Oz
Length: - 18'5
Time of Birth: 1:54 PM Eastern

Julian Thomas Brown

Our little bundle of joy arrived on March 8 at 9:48 AM. He couldn't wait for the scheduled C on March 10, he wanted to see what the world has to offer. Before I give all the details, let me just say. "Women are superheros" Sybil gave birth to the little guy with no drugs, no epidural, no nothing. She wanted drugs, but the train had already left the station. I have a greater appreciation for women and most of all my wife. She is absolutely amazing, she can have a baby for me any day...... Ok, here are the details:

Hospital Arrival 8:55 AM
Water Broke 9:00 AM
Request drugs 9:06 AM - request denied
Nurse checks 9:10 AM - Nurse Comments "I see a head of hair"

Side note, at this point, reality hit, we are having a baby and it won't be a C-Section. Dad has to stop crying and be a man. I grab my box of Kleenex and chase Sybil and the nurses to the birthing room.

Idle time 9:11- 9:30 - I may have passed out, but don't remember.
Ready to push 9:31 AM -
Side note, several births were going on at the exact same time. One doctor was inbound (Can't deliver a baby via cell phone) Other 2 doctors were in the Operating Room for a C-Section. Lee our Nurse sends out a APB, "if he doesn't come, I'm going to deliver Sybils Baby."

Doctors Arrive 9:40 - You ask for 1 doctor you get 2, hope BCN doesn't get charged double.

Sybil push 1 9:44 - I can see the head of hair....
Sybil push 2 9:48 - Bundle of joy says "Hello World"

At this point, I had run out of Kleenex, so the nurse tosses me a towel and says clean up. I cut the cord with some really dull scissors. We thank everyone and Julian starts singing his ABC's....Just kidding.

The vital states are:

6 pounds 5.2 Ounces
19 Inches

Formal Name
Julian Thomas Brown - Nickname (J.T.)

Thank you all for your well wishes and when you get a chance, stop by to see the little guy. Sybil and Julian are doing great and Miles is loving the big brother role. If you can't stop by, no worries, you can check out my boys starting in the backcourt for the Novi High School Basketball team in 14 years.

Miles Barbados Trip 2004

I had my first trip to Barbados in October. I traveled with Nana, Mommy, Daddy, and the baby in mommy's belly. We had a lot of fun. Here is a quick summary of what we did:

Animal Flower Cave:
First, let me give big hugs to my Nana. She was a trooper and climbed down in the big scary cave with us, just so I could see the sea anemone. If you are wondering what a anemone is :

sea anemonen. N.
Any of numerous flowerlike marine coelenterates of the class Anthozoa, having a flexible cylindrical body and tentacles surrounding a central mouth.
This was a neat adventure and thanks again for coming Nana.

Government House:
This place was huge, it was like the white house, but in the Caribbean. They have maids, butlers, drivers, gardeners, etc. Mommy and Daddy tell me Nana's daddy worked at this place. He was Governor General of Barbados back in the 1980's, that was before me :>) Nana's daddys picture was in the the main entrance. " Sir Deighton Lisle Ward" I had a great time running around and looking at the flowers with daddy, mommy, and nana.

Bathsheba / Ms. Ruby:
This place was awesome, they had waves and guys surfing on boards. We had lunch at this place called Bonita Bonito Bar & Restaurant. The food was really good. Flying fish, if you were wondering, yes, fish can fly. Yam, macaroni pie, pigeon peas, all good stuff to me. After lunch we drove around looking for Ruby's house, after Nana's great navigation, we finally found it. Ruby was really nice lady and she had treats. She made Pumpkin Fritters for mommy and nana.

Oistins Fish Fry:
This was a neat experience, I got see fish being cooked Bajan style. Its a gathering place for all the locals to hang out, listen to music, and eat (King fish, Flying Fish, and Dolphin (Not the flipper kind). We visited Oistins with Nana's friend Aunt Joan. I entertained her by showing her some of moves and dances. I really like that steel band sound......

Bajan Roots and Rhythms Show:
I loved this place, I got to dance and hang out with Mommy, Nana, and Daddy. They had tons of food, but the best thing was I had my own spot next to the bar to show off my moves. They asked me if I would be interested in joining the show but I told them mommy and daddy, said I have to go home with them. I may go back some day for a summer job.

Harrisons Cave:
I got to ride a train down into the cave. It was really dark and wet, but Mommy and Nana told me it would be ok. I got to see the bumpy's, at least that what I called them. Mommy and daddy say the correct name would be stalactites and stalagmites. They looked like bumpy's too me. I meet a new friend, the tour operator, she really liked me. I have a picture of her for my scrap book.

Other miscellaneous visits:
The Crane
Mount Gay Rum - Nana's Family used to own this place.
St Michaels Cathedral - This is where Nana went to church as a little girl.
Rostrevor Apartments - This is where we stayed. I loved Aunt Yvonne and the staff.

Beach, Beach, and More Beach:
Finally, I was a little scared of the big ocean at first. The waves crashing and making noise didn't seem too appealing. Mommy read me a book about Violet the mouse and her day at the beach. This helped me to understand that the crashing waves are normal. After about 3 days, I was ready like Freddy. In addition, mommy and daddy purchased a hippo for me to cruise the water in. I was swimming and splashing. We went the to the beach almost everyday. I can't wait to go back to see family, the sun, sno cone man, most of all the beach.

Miles Summer 2004

Well, Daddy is sleeping on the job as usual. Tons of stuff has happened since the last post. Below you will find the highlights.

• Fourth of July - We went to the Northville Parade with Aunt Mary. It was fun, but really hot. The highlight of the day was seeing Uncle Steve in the Fire Truck.
• Anniversary - For Mommy and daddies Anniversary (6 Years) we went to poppo's house for a long weekend. In addition, Cousin Kayla came along. We went to Deer Forest with Cousin Cam and Aunt Kathy. I got to see goats, horses and Deer. On the way home we stopped at Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek. We saw Giraffes, Zebras, and Peacocks.
• Labor Day- We went to a parade in Walled Lake. I played with Max, Delaney, and Ella. Interesting new experience, people throw candy at that parade. Mommy and Daddy told me don't eat stuff off the ground. So I was a little confused.
• Barbados 04 - See Details in later post
• Halloween - I couldn't decide if I wanted to be a dog or a Skeleton. The little rash I developed from the Dog suit, made the decision for me. Everyone loved the Skeleton, I had some married women with kids stalk me during my trick or treating. No harm, she was really nice, just a bit over zealous with my cuteness. In addition, daddy got a PPO so, she doesn't hang out in the bushes now. She just stands across 8 Mile, but I see her from my room. Weird people in this world. Click here view pictures

Fathersday 2004

Fathers day 2004 was awesome, got a chance to see poppo in BH. Also meet Mr and Mrs. Bettison for the first time and best of all. Miles had a chance to hang with his crazy cousins, Cameron and Johnathon. The drive home to see granddaddy was long, daddy should have taken the short cut, MIS Race caused problems.

P.S. Daddy loves his new Stainless Steel Grill.

Miles First Swin Lesson

Here is a picture of Miles and Mommy in the first swin lesson. Water was a little cold but he was trooper.