Well, after 41 weeks of hanging out in his mother's womb, Johnston Elimelek "Eli" entered the world at 3:52 am on Thursday, April 9, 2009. Meg did a tremendous job naturally delivering a healthy 8 lb 9 oz 20 inch long little boy! We are tremendously grateful that the Father has blessed us with new life this Easter season. Though it pales in comparison to Christ's love expressed on the Cross, it's still a nice picture of the love our Father has for us in that He gives such wonderful gifts.
Below are pictures from his first day of life - I'll add some commentary when & where I can. I hope you enjoy! (The captions are under their respective picture.)
Here is the new mom holding our son who's only a few minutes old.
Dad & Eli (we have the same toes)
Here's Eli during his first bath - you can see he really likes to be exposed, cold & wet.
Here's the first diaper change - for both of us...
Here he is strutting his pimp robe for the little girl next door who kept eye balling him...
Loving life!
That's all for now - we'll have some more up when we can!
Thank you for your prayers and continued support.
-The Smiths
11 comments:
Oh my goodness! My nephew is beautiful!!! Meg you look stunning; you do too, Nick. But seriously, man, who's says pimping!
Don't worry Eli, your cool, fun aunt is on her way!!! :)
Eli you are beautiful! This is your grandma and I can't wait to see you and your mom and dad. Meg you are beautiful. Nick you look great. I love all of you and will see you soon.
Meg & Nick,
Your new baby boy is beautiful! Congratulations!
We are so excited for you! He is absolutely gorgeous. Meg, you look great. I'm so glad you had a safe and healthy delivery. I know you must be very proud of your little blessing!
WOO HOO! Congrats you guys! Cant wait to see more photos..and way to go MEG!
He is precious!!! Enjoy this amazing time. Love to all of you!
Congratulations! What a blessing.
So impressed that you went natural. Praying for a smooth transtion for the three of you. Hope to see you soon. Much love!
Congratulations! He is a handsome little man. I know you are enjoying him, boys are so much fun!
Can we get some more pictures??? please!!!!
Thanks!
Love, the cool aunt :)
Congratulations! We are so excited for you! We will be praying for you as you begin your journey as a family of 3. Can't wait for more updates!
sorry, i'm a bit behind, but CONGRATULATIONS!!!
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