From My Window: PICTURES OF ANDY

Thursday, January 1, 2009

PICTURES OF ANDY

Helena's baby made his appearance last Saturday. We're so glad he's here and arrived safely. Betsey said she just knew that he would be born on Kate's birthday. :-)

Here is Helena's short version of the birth story: Anders Alfred, born at 2:18 AM on Saturday, December 27th, 2008; 6 pounds 5.8 ounces, 19" long (probably). Yes, he was born on Kate's birthday. I'd mentioned how similar the timing was with the two pregnancies, and we knew they were going to be close, but somehow I hadn't really considered that he might come on the same day. Hopefully they won't mind sharing a birthday!

We're calling him Andy. Anders is the Scandinavian version of Andrew (that's with an "ah" sound as in "father"). We have Anders(es) on both sides of the family. And Alfred is for Doug's dad, of course, who passed away just two months ago. For her longer version and more pictures click here.

And here is more about this sweet little boy:

Welcome little man.
What are you thinking?
There seems to be such wisdom in those eyes.
What can you see that we cannot?
What do you remember that we have forgotten?
What could you tell us if you could only speak?

Getting acquainted with Big Sister Kate.
Little brothers cry sometimes…

Tender Moments.

Goodbye for now, little one. We hope to see you soon.

20 comments:

Anonymous said...: Your Blog is Fantastic, and I love the Idea that little 'Andy' had a Pre-arranged plan for being a Birthday Present...
Actually She will ALWAYS have to treat him very nice, since He was a Present, huh...

That way No competition...Just joyous sharing...

I've gotta tell ya...You Grandparents really are lookin' good...You have the Drill down pat, and look very comfortable in your activities...

Thanks for including me in your sharing,
Love,
Toni; January 1, 2009 at 6:45 PM
Unknown said...: So very precious. You have very nice grandchildren. Hazel is a sweety as well. I am very glad that all has gone well for them, leaving you with less to worry about.

~Sarah; January 1, 2009 at 8:57 PM
Debbie's said...: What a sweet lil' guy! And how wonderful for you guys to get 2 precious grandbabies so close together! They're both absolutely darling. Congrats!!; January 1, 2009 at 9:11 PM
Anonymous said...: Such sweet new grandchildren you have. I love their names, and they just look perfect.

Sarah Z.; January 1, 2009 at 9:22 PM
Anonymous said...: Wow! i've never met Helena, but i'm so so so excited she was able to have another baby. I thought i remembered you telling me you didn't think she would be able to have any more, but everyone felt blessed she'd had one. I really like Helena through pictures and her blog posts and tell her congratulations for me.

lesli; January 1, 2009 at 9:36 PM
Kathey said...: To Lesli,

It took them 8 years to have Kate. Helena had to get on Metformin in order to have her. Andy, however, choose to show up on his own.:-)

--K; January 1, 2009 at 9:40 PM
Anonymous said...: Very nice pictures, etc on your Blog. Thank you for sharing.....

Bill Houghton; January 1, 2009 at 9:44 PM
Mamapierce said...: He is adorable! Congratulations!; January 1, 2009 at 9:48 PM
Anonymous said...: Looks like a keeper! Thanks for sharing.

Love,

Duffins; January 1, 2009 at 10:19 PM
Anonymous said...: Thanks for sharing all of this with me. You have a beautiful family.

Kathy; January 2, 2009 at 8:50 AM
Anonymous said...: Saw him...very cute; but then aren't all babies?

Jim V.; January 2, 2009 at 8:51 AM
Anonymous said...: Wonderful, wonderful. Aren't all babies absolutely darling.

MCG ret; January 2, 2009 at 10:26 AM
Anonymous said...: Congrats to Poppy and Nana! Good Grief, but your side of the clan is exploding!

Not sure I am able to figure out whom belongs to whom! (please note the correct grammar, especially for an aggie!) Let alone remember, since I am a septuagenarian! Almost need a pedigree chart there are so many of you all. Must be the cold weather since it can't be the water since the water is frozen! Anyhow, Happy New Year!

John; January 2, 2009 at 1:34 PM
Kathy said...: All of your grandchildren are so beautiful. Give Betsey a big hug from me and a Hi to everyone.; January 2, 2009 at 3:43 PM
Anonymous said...: Those pictures of your grandkids are darling.

Ellen; January 2, 2009 at 11:38 PM
Anonymous said...: Wow, cute baby! Its nice to scroll through and see how everyone looks, and how they are doing. Looks like you made nothing but great kids, and by the way the pic you liked with Barbie braiding Betsy's hair is awesome!! Hope everything is going well for you, and thanks again for coming to the open house, it really does mean a lot to me.
~Love Matthew~; January 3, 2009 at 12:30 PM
J & K Shapiro said...: Thanks for sharing the exciting news! What happiness to see your family grow. Also excited to see Barbie's little girl! Our first was also born on Oct 19th! Congrats to all!
Love,
Shapiros; January 4, 2009 at 9:29 PM
Anonymous said...: Congratulations to you and Grandpa Jim on all the little ones entering your family!

Love,
Laura; January 5, 2009 at 2:14 PM
Anonymous said...: Hi Kathey

I just visited with you by looking at all the beautiful pictures you had posted on your site. Thanks so very much. What a wonderful family you have.

Louise K.; February 6, 2009 at 4:16 PM
Anonymous said...: I enjoy your blog so much. The photos are beautiful, but such wonderful subjects how else could they be.

Say Hi to Jim and Kirsten

Donna; February 6, 2009 at 4:18 PM

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