Tuesday, March 22, 2011

He's Here!


I'm so pleased to announce that we have been blessed, and our second grandson "M" was born this morning to our son and daughter-in-law!  Baby and mother are doing well, and we are all so excited and happy!

I'm sorry that all I have for now is cell phone photos that my daughter-in-law's sister sent to us from the hospital. She was there for the birth, along with my son, while my daughter-in-law's parents were babysitting my grandson "L."  Little "L" is going to meet his brother in a little while...I'm sure he'll be so surprised! My husband and I can't wait to meet our new grandson very soon -- it's so hard living far away!

I know I've been keeping all of you faithful readers in suspense the past few days and I wanted to let you know the good news as soon as possible.  "M" was born rather late after his due date, and the anticipation was getting exhausting for us, but I guess he wanted to choose this date as his birthday. It is a day that will always be special for our family.

Thank you all for your e-mails, comments, prayers and well wishes!

"A baby is God's opinion that life should go on." 
~ Carl Sandburg




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83 comments:

Grace said...

Oh how wonderful!! Another little boy. Congratulations to you and your family. He is so cute. Grace xoox

Ciao Chow Linda said...

Lovely, lovely news Pat. I'm happy for you and your family and so glad the L will have a little brother to play with. All the best to everyone.

Betty said...

I just signed on and your post came up first. Congratulations! I think it's pretty amazing nowadays that you can get a picture from faraway so quickly. Not that many years ago you'd have to wait for the pictures to be developed and mailed. I hope you get to visit soon and meet him in person. I've fallen behind reading blogs, but babies don't come until they're good and ready. Little stinkers.

Old Kitty said...

Pat!!! I was just about to log off for the day (well it's nearly midnight here!) and up pops your wonderful blog update of this fabulous news!

CONGRATULATIONS!!! Oh my stars - there's Baby M!!! Awwwwwwwww he's so adorable - oh wow!!!

WELL DONE daughter in law!!!! Yay!!!!!!! I hope you and hubby get over there asap to meet this precious little baby!!!

Take care
x

Lovella ♥ said...

Oh Blessings all around Pat. What a tremendous blessing to have a child arrive safely. I know his brother will be ever so pleased to have a sandbox playmate in a few years.
We had two boys ourselves and always felt so proud to have two sons.

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

I'm so happy for your family ...babies are such a blessing for the whole family! Prayers and best wishes for Mommy and baby...and everyone! Hugs! ♥

Anonymous said...

I know you Brooklyn Grandparents have been "happy dancing" today! That's such great news, Pat!!!

So, little "M" is in some pretty great company, as he shares his March 22nd birthday with:

Andrew Lloyd Weber

Stephen Sondheim

Marcel Marceau

Louis L'Amour

AND

Chico Marx

Of course, your little "M" tops that list, doesn't he?

I know you can hardly wait to snuggle with him for the very first time!

L, Dana

Yvette said...

Oh, congratulations, Grandma!! Double Grandma, now. How wonderful for you and your family. Best of everything to you and yours, Pat.
This is an auspicious day indeed.

aliceinparis said...

Terrific news! you must be so excited:) Congratulations to Grandma and Grandpa!

Claudia said...

What a little honey. I think he was waiting for spring, Pat. L&M will be embarking on a grand journey together. What fun you will have watching them grow!

Lisa said...

Wonderful news and what a sweetheart. Perfectly form . God is right. Congrautlation to all of you.

The Gathering Place said...

congratulations! He is beautiful. I hope you get to spend some time with him soon!

Lynn said...

Aw, how sweet! Congrats Pat-enjoy:@)

Ocean Breezes and Country Sneezes said...

How wonderful! Isn't it amazing how instantly you can fall in love! Wait until you see him!

Melissa @IWasBornToCook said...

Congratulations! He's adorable!

Anonymous said...

Congratulations!!!! I can't wait 'til you and your trusty camera get out there. He is a doll! When that little mouth smiles, it will melt hearts.

RNSANE said...

How joyous, Pat. I am jealous, you know, but happy for you. He is just too precious as is your older grandson. Now he can be big brother and have special quality time with Grandma. I know it must be hard to be a long plane ride away! My best wishes to you, the new parents and the babies.

GardenOfDaisies said...

Congratulations!! He is a beautiful boy!

Donnie said...

He is so precious and I know L & M will be the best of friends. Glad everything went well.

Anonymous said...

Congratulations Pat...so happy Mom and baby doing well! The photo is absolutely adorable...so precious. Prayers answered!

pam said...

So excited for you all!!!!!

Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things said...

He is adorable! Congrats!!! Have fun with your new grandson.
Hugs,
Penny

Kat said...

Congratulations Pat! He's just gorgeous and I know that you are thrilled. Kat

Willow said...

Oh congratulations! How wonderful and exciting!

Tanna said...

Oh, Pat!!! Congratulations! I am so thankful that all is well and little M is here!! SOOOOOOO exciting!! Blessings to all! XOXOXOXOX Tanna

Joanne Kennedy said...

He is a perfect little angel! How sweet and I'm sure you are wanting to get on that plane and go see him right now, aren't you?

So happy to hear all is well with mommy too :)

Anonymous said...

I am delighted for you...he is just as beautiful as his big brother.
♥, Susan

From Beyond My Kitchen Window said...

A baby is truly a miracle. He is gorgeous!

Happy@Home said...

Congratulations to all of you. What a sweet little baby boy. So glad to know that mother and baby are doing well.

Vee said...

Oh thank you for calling me over!

Congratulations on another beautiful grandson! He's just so adorable and I'm so glad to know that he and his mama and all the rest of the family is doing well.

And I'm so happy that he is here and now we can all breathe a sigh of relief, most especially you folks. I know how eager you've been. And now the next thing is for you to meet him, too. That's planned for a bit later, I know, but time will fly.

Blessings...

podso said...

I love that Sandburg quote ... and congratulations to all of you! It's nice they let Baby M choose his own birthday! Also thanks for the gorgeous tour of the botannical gardens!

Jenny said...

I saw this in my sidebar and had to run over right away! CONGRATULATIONS!

Oh, he is just precious...sweet, sweet, sweet!

Congratulations and hugs from AZ to the lucky Grandma! And congratulations of course to the lucky new family!

Carol said...

Congratulations! So excited for you! What a handsome addition to your family, Pat!

Sara said...

Oh, Pat, he is beautiful! How wonderful...a new baby...

Congrats to all of you who will be sharing his wonderful new life.

Betsy Banks Adams said...

Congrats, Pat... He is GORGEOUS..... I know you wish you were there with them/him.... Hopefully you will get to see him/them soon.

Hugs,
Betsy

SavoringTime in the Kitchen said...

Awwwww! What a sweetie. Congratulations, Pat! I'm very partial to "M" named grandsons :)

Lisa @ Grandmas Briefs said...

Beautiful baby boy! Congratulations to all of you! I'm so happy for the bountiful blessings in the life of my dear bloggy friend!

Margaret said...

Hi Pat, Thank-you for sharing Your WONDERFUL NEWS!!! Congratulations to You and Your family! I'm so happy all went well. Your new little grandson is so adorable. I know You can hardly wait to hold him in your arms soon. I'm sure "L" is very proud and excited to have a new baby brother!
Margaret from B.C.

Ginny Hartzler said...

Oh, he's just precious!!!! When are you going to see him? I know you can't wait!!

Unknown said...

He's beautiful Pat! So thankful and happy for you that he is healthy and mom is doing well!

Hope you get to see him soon...I look forward to the pictures!

Regina said...

Congratulations Pat.
He is adorable.

steviewren said...

Congratulations Pat! I'm sending wish upon wish for a healthy happy life for little M. I'm looking forward to seeing more pictures of him. I know L will be thrilled to meet his little brother.

From the Kitchen said...

Sweet little sweetness! Congratulations to all. A visit and baby photos soon?

Best,
Bonnie

Cheryl D. said...

Congrats! That's so marvelous!

annie said...

Gorgeous. Congratulations. God bless him.

Sheila said...

Congratulations Pat - your little leprechaun has arrived safe and sound. I decided to click on my blog after writing tonight's email - just in case your grandson had been born. I'm glad I checked.

diane b said...

What a relief for all concerned and us readers too. he is well done and looks perfect. Congratulations to everyone involved. It is hard being away from them at this special time.

Patricia @ ButterYum said...

:) what a blessing. Congratulations to you all!!!

ButterYum

Judy said...

Great news, Pat! The long wait is over...and all is well. A handsome grandson, for sure...who arrived in his own time. Congrat's to you and all the family.

Shirleyanne said...

Congratulations Pat! Wonderful news for you & your family! He's a lovely addition to your family.

Jo said...

Pat! Congratulations to you and your family ... he looks so so sweet all bundled up ... oh how wonderful for you all!

Pondside said...

It just doesn't get better than this - a safe arrival, and he is lovely. Congratulations to you and the little famile!

AM said...

what a precious lovely baby...

congrats :)

Catherine said...

Congratulations! He`s a beauty!

Flavia Galasso said...

this baby is a great blessing for you all..... congratulazioni....baci a tutti, ciao Flavia

Ola said...

Congratulations!!!

Joyce said...

Twice the amount of fun when you go and visit. Congrats to all!
Joyce

Kathy said...

congratulations! Such a beautiful baby! My third child was 2 weeks late! She didn't want to leave Mommy. The thing was my mother came from SC to Ohio to stay and to help - on the due date - she only had 2 weeks and was just able to hold her before having to return home!
Hope you're having a blessed day,
Kathy

Tracy said...

CONGRATULATIONS, Pat!! So very, very happy for you and all the family! M is beautiful...aaawww... So glad all is well, and that new mom & baby are OK. Will you be going out soon to see him?! Keep us posted... Just so THRILLED for you all! :o) ((BIG HUGS))

Grandmother Mary said...

New life is always such a precious gift- congratulations!

Barbara F. said...

What a cutie! Congratulations, Nonna - and to the whole family. xo,

Gracie said...

My best wishes to the new baby boy, his parents and his grandparents!!!

Kathleen said...

Congratulations, Pat! I am glad all is well! As a Nana to 3 little boys, my advice. Keep your running shoes on! :)
God bless M!

Kathy said...

I would just love to see this - looks etherial! So very lovely,
Kathy

Sea Witch said...

Congratulations Pat to you and your family. Another wonderful little life has come your way. Pure joy. Sea Witch

Donna said...

How wonderful! Congratulations to all. He's beautiful.

Hugs,
Donna

La said...

CONGRATULATIONS! What a wonderful addition to the family. He is just precious.

Scrappy Grams said...

blessings to you and your family!

Beth said...

Congratulations, Pat! Grandchildren are the best-est gift ever!
Blessings, Beth

Just a little something from Judy said...

My heart is full of joy for you! Congratulations to you, your husband and your family. I can feel your happiness and I know how difficult it is to be far away from the action. Wish you many, many special moments together.

Arlene Delloro said...

I'm so thrilled for you. What an angel. God bless!

Picket said...

Hey girl...congrats on your second little precious treasure...I am so happy for you and your family...would love to see the look on little "L"s face when he sees his baby brother for the first time! It was so good to hear from you sweetie...enjoy that precious dumpling....hopefully you can visit them soon and often..take care my friend....Picket

SavoringTime in the Kitchen said...

Wonderful news! Congratulations on the arrival of 'M', Pat!

Welshcakes Limoncello said...

Oh, he's lovely! Many congratulations and much love to all of you. xx

Jeanne said...

Pat, was baby L born on the 22nd? That was my dad's birthday. Didn't I tell you he would be born on the 22nd. Smile.

He is a beautiful baby boy. Congratulations to you and you family. A special day for the rest of your life has happened. I am so happy for all of you. A baby brother and another darling grandson. Lucky you.
Love and blessings to all,
Jeanne

nanny said...

Congratulations....he is a doll!
I know you are just longing to be there....distance is heartbreaking!

dede leoncedis said...

BENVENUTO BAMBINO NUOVO !!!

Jacqueline said...

Oh, congratulations! Grandchildren are the frosting on the cake. My little #4 prefers me over mom and dad right now! He is 20 months old and talk about melting grandma's heart!

He is just beautiful! Look how many fun comments you received! Everyone is so excited for you!

Linda said...

How sweet! He is adorable!!Congratulations!!

People Who Know Me Would Say: said...

Congratulations to the new parents and grandparent's on M's arrival! You can't help but look at photos of swaddled newborns and understand where the expression,'bundle of joy' originated!

Buttercup said...

No better news! Congratulations and every happy wish to M's parents, brother and and his sweet grandparents!

Beverly said...

Pat, he is just absolutely gorgeous. And, he is very blessed to be part of such a wonderful family.♥

GailO said...

The first blog I came to on my return from vacation is yours to see when your new grandson was born...Congratulations! He is gorgeous and I love the shot of brother and baby together:) When will you get a chance to get to Denver?
xo