Goodness gracious Great Granny

13 years ago

Well it's official we are great grandparents! My husband's oldest grandson and his wife just had their first baby. He's a big boy too, over 10lbs and 22 inches long. She had to have a section he was so big, she is released but he has to stay in a few days, he swallowed some of the ick and has an infection but nothing serious we're told. They are both in the military in Alaska. No idea when we will meet him in person. His name is Wyatt.
I have to say I think he's beautiful and has very pretty lips.

I feel so old! No really what a joy, I never had children but get to experience the joy and excitement anyway, that's a win win!

This post was edited by ravencajun on Fri, Jan 18, 13 at 12:53

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lydia1959
13 years ago
Congratulations! What a big and handsome boy he is! Love his name too.
ravencajun Zone 8b TX
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13 years ago
I have no idea why it is upside down it's the right way on my tablet. oh well can still see him lol
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Raven, he is just beautiful - congratulations to all of you!
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13 years ago
Very pretty baby boy!
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What a beautiful baby. Congratulations!
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congratulations! I always thought I'd like to be a grandparent first. :)
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Congratulations on the healthy boy who can defy gravity! ;)
marie_ndcal
13 years ago
Congratulations! I have 4 greats and all different. I am sure you will see him as the military has a habit of moving people all over. I have friends going to Alaska and there are many people from the bases there now in ND.
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gadgets
13 years ago
What a nice big beautiful baby boy!! And I love that name.

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Hellion
13 years ago
Congrats to you!
sandiefl
13 years ago
A beautiful baby boy!
donnakt_gw
13 years ago
Ravencajun, I have Wyatt turned right..but I don't know how to post a picture..If you want to e-mail me..I can e-mail it back to you..
alisande
13 years ago
Yes, he does have pretty lips. Beautiful baby, and I love the name!
YogaLady1948
13 years ago
Happy Day! What a beautiful boy~~~~
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13 years ago
Ok I got them turned around this is a different one that might be a little clearer, our daughter in law sent them and said she would send more as they got them.

Thanks everyone this is all new for us, we have 5 beautiful grand children and now our first great!
ravencajun Zone 8b TX
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13 years ago
and the first one turned the right way.
phyllis__mn
13 years ago
What a handsome young man.
mare_wbpa
13 years ago
Congratulations RC, he's beautiful.
brightonborn
13 years ago
He is beautiful, lucky great grandma you are!!
Sue_va
13 years ago
Thanks for turning him around. I got a better look at him that way. He sure is a husky fellow. I know he will be a lot of fun. I have four greats. Hope you get to see him soon and often.

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juellie1962
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He is adorable! Hope they didn't invest in a lot of newborn size clothing! :)
Georgysmom
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Wow! That is one big baby. He is just beautiful. Looks like he's a couple months old.
Granlan_TX
13 years ago
So sweet! He won't be wearing tiny sizes for long.

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How sweet he is and a handsome boy too! Congratulations! We have a grandson named Wyatt. Love the name!
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Congratulations on the 'great'. Beautiful baby and a great name. He'll be a joy for you when you get to meet him, meanwhile you can watch him grow in pictures.

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Oh how cute!! I like the name too I am not sure why it was chosen but it is a good choice.
Thanks for all the nice comments!
patti43
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Congratulations, GG! You weren't kidding when you said he was big! He's a cutie and I hope they get stationed closer when their tour is up.
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hey alaska is a great place to visit...
caroline94535
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He is a beautiful baby! Congratulations! He's going to add joy to your world.
maire_cate
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Congratulations and Blessings to the newest addition to the family. I do hope you get a chance to see him. Just gas up that new RV!
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It's so cool isn't it...I love knowing that the kids we worked so hard to raise are making their own children now...I have seven grands, all boys and I have a friend that has 8 all boys and I am always patting myself on the back but a friend recently announced the arrival of her 17th...how cool is that...

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oh my goodness 17! well since we have 5 grandchildren those greats could definitely add up for us too.
In fact one of our granddaughters graduates from high school this summer and will be off to college, but hopefully she won't find the love of her life too soon lol.

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