It was a surprise to have a grandson. Two granddaughters were such a joy and for some reason, I expected another. Hope for a boy was never part of the expectation. The day he was born was a wonderful surprise. My husband and I looked forward to the journey with him.
Owen is a happy, healthy baby. He is exploring the world now, reaching for items and people, doing high fives, raising his hands above his head to entertain his family, playing with toys. He loves repetition and makes a toy repeat the same sound numerous times. Crawling is a knee lift away. Owen rarely cries, smiles and laughs all the time. He is a natural wonder.
What changes that little bundle you carry home from the hospital into a dynamic little being after eight months? The physical process can be described medically of course. However, the miracle and wonder of that new life as it unfolds and begins to explore the world are beyond all description. We who are lucky enough to experience this miracle in our lives are blessed indeed.
These are times to cherish.
ReplyDeleteThey sure are, AC.
DeleteI'm smiling at those 2 little teeth!
ReplyDeleteHe's a handsome boy. We are so lucky to have time to enjoy our grandchildren and be part of their lives while they grow up and learn about the world around them.
The tiny teeth just add to the cuteness for sure, Shammi.
DeleteSuch a cutie, love his smile and those two little teeth.
ReplyDeleteOur children are such miracles, Celia.
DeleteMy Boy Scout, who is childless, asked me why mothers are so annoying about age..."my son is 11 months" or "my daughter is 22 months". Why not just say 1 or 2? I answered that so many AMAZING and WONDROUS things happen in each and every month that is completely appropriate to use months for a good long time.
ReplyDeleteYou are so right, Linda. The months are imporant when they are babies.
DeleteThey are something to be cherished! We have 5 granddaughters and a great-granddaughter and another great-granddaughter on the way! :)
ReplyDeleteAll girls, Jane! Lovely!
DeleteI remember these days and now I am on the other side looking back and looking forward to them morphing into young adults.
ReplyDeleteIhope to experience that stage too, Tabor.
DeleteLove his pretty little teeth. Adorable indeed, and I too love to watch the babies grow and discover. :-)
ReplyDeleteWatching children grow is such a joy, Jan.
DeleteAdorable! The grow so fast, my son is 8. My sister has a new baby so I am reliving those early moments through him now.
ReplyDeletei hope you can see the new baby often, Jenn. Your own little sweetie is growing so quickly!
DeleteHe's a cutie!
ReplyDeleteHe is, Debra.
DeleteVery cute!
ReplyDeleteI agree, William.
DeleteHow we love all the hallmarks of healthy and happy. I remember loving that nifty high chair, too.
ReplyDeleteThe healthy and happy is such a blessing, Joanne.
DeleteAhh, he looks so cute what a treasure! Sarah x
ReplyDeleteHe is a treasure, Sarah.
DeleteHe is a cutie! So many wonderful moments lie ahead for you.
ReplyDeleteOur children bring such joy to our lives, Bill.
DeleteHe looks a cheerful little fellow. Lots of changes still to come.
ReplyDeleteThat’s for sure, John.
DeleteThey grow up so quickly and what a joy to have a happy baby. Take care Diane
ReplyDeleteThey do indeed, Diane.
DeleteCutest little face. I want to pinch those cheeks.
ReplyDeleteI always do too, Barbara.
DeleteHe's so cute! He looks like a happy little guy.
ReplyDeleteHe rarely cries, Danielle.
DeleteOwen is adorable Marie! Just wait until he gets to eighteen months 😁 that's how old my grandson is, he's a little dynamo! I agree, how lucky we are to have them ✨
ReplyDeleteWe are blessed, PDP.
DeleteSure looks like a happy baby!
ReplyDeleteHe really is, FG.
DeleteWhat a sweetie! Some children are so good-natured right from the time they are born.
ReplyDeleteI agree, Jenny.
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