18 February 2011

happy birthday, Eamon James

It's taken me a little time to get on here to post, but I suspect I'll be forgiven with one look at this sweet face:

Rod and I welcomed Eamon James into the world on 1/31/11, at 11:24 p.m.  He weighed 8 lbs. 7 oz.,  was 20" long, and 100% perfect.

He made his arrival during some of the craziest weather I've ever seen in Texas:

It was pretty nice to be holed up in the hospital while the snow & ice were happening, with this little guy to keep us warm. 





That Friday, we were finally ready to brave the elements & head home.  The roads were still horrific, but Eamon was none the wiser - he slept through the entire journey!


We're all doing great and adjusting well to our new family life.  Thanks for reading, and I hope to get back to semi-regular posting soon!!

9 comments:

M.J. said...

Eamon is the only thing in the world cuter than a puppy carrying a newborn chick through a pasture of wildflowers, and that is pretty darn cute. So happy for you!

Rod Cruz said...

Words really can't describe how much I appreciate Erin... she has been so incredibly strong throughout, both physically and emotionally. She's amazing with Eamon, and she proves that she is the best thing that ever happened to Eamon and I with every passing day. I love you, Erin.

-Rod

p.s. Eamon couldn't be any more perfect if he tried. :)

The Bagboy said...

I hadn't seen that pic of Rod next to the bassinet. Beautiful. And daddy's right...that little bugger is pretty much Alpha-level awesome.

Unknown said...

I cried reading and looking at the pics. So Beautiful!!!!

Kellie said...

Congrats to your family, he's beautiful! :)

Martha said...

Gorgeous baby! I am so happy for you!

noel said...

yay! i've eagerly been checking your blog for this very update.
congratulations to your family. <3

Sharon said...

congrats!! he is beautiful :o)

Cassie {Hi Sugarplum} said...

I have tears in my eyes reading this post and seeing the love you guys have for him already! I am so thrilled for you both. It's been so amazing to follow your journey from dating, to husband and wife and now parents!!

We love you guys...and um, I need to get my butt over to your house soon!!!