This beautiful little boy arrived last night. He’s a wee bit early…wasn’t scheduled to be here until mid-January. But maybe he just didn’t want to miss out on the Christmas festivities. And at 7 lbs, 9 0z, and 20 inches, maybe he didn’t need to wait any longer!
Jack joins big sister Riley, and proud parents Stephanie and Matt. What a joy, and a wonderful affirmation that life is amazing!
And now I am “Gram” to two! Thank you, Stephanie, for this precious gift to all of us.
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a wonderful Christmas gift–I am so happy for you —
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Oh, Sheila…our children’s children are indeed treasured gifts from The Giver. Little Jack is precious and his mommy is beautiful…two sweet souls. That momma/son bond is something special for sure! Congratulations to all!
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Thank you Ann! Yes, I’m excited that Stephanie will experience being mom to a little boy…so different from the mother/daughter experience. We are so blessed with this new little addition. ~ Sheila
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Aww … what wonderful news! A Christmas blessing who came early 🙂 Congratulations to you all !!
MJ
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Thank you MJ! The best little present, all soft and snuggly! I get to see him next week! ~ Sheila
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whee!! Have Fun, Gram, I know you will 🙂 MJ
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Welcome Jackson! Congrats grammie and the whole family.
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Thank you! We’re so happy that he’s well, even though he was a month early. I get to see him next week, can’t wait! ~ Sheila
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So…Jack decided to come early…He’s a great size…so why not…Blessed feeling isn’t it???…Enjoy!…He’s precious!
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Thank you! Yes, he’s a great size…good as if he was a full term baby! Her first one spent a week in the neonatal intensive care, she was five weeks early and a lot smaller…so it’s nice that baby Jack will have an easier beginning! ~ Sheila
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Congratulations!!! How wonderful and in time for Christmas too!
~d.
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Yes, we’re going to put a bow on him and put him under the tree…perfect gift for everyone! Truly a little gift that keeps on giving! ~ Sheila
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Aw…congrats to all! What a special Christmas blessing!
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Thank you Dianna! You know the joy of little boys! I’m so excited my daughter will have this joy in her life too! ~ Sheila
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What a wonderful photo of the ‘magic of being!’ (And the ‘early arrival’ instantly reminded me of this…)
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Thank you! We’re just a little excited this morning! Couldn’t have asked for a better beginning of Christmas! Blessings to you and yours! ~ Sheila
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Beautiful. Congrats to all!
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Thank you Becky! We are blessed with this little guy! So excited! Merry Christmas to you and yours! ~ Sheila
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