Monday, January 28, 2008

So much for "just laying low" last week

I did not mean to tell a lie on Thursday. I promise.

Apparently, it is possible to be in labor and not realize it until your water breaks.

33 1/2 hours later though? I totally knew it was labor. I'm a quick study.

And you know what else I am?

I'm a mommy.

Welcome to the world, Little Bird. We're going to call you Christopher.











Of course there's more to the story, but I've fallen asleep no less than 18 times before finishing this little smidgen. Thank you so much for all the love, prayers, and congratulations. You all are the best.

75 comments:

  1. Welcome to the world, little Christopher! Congrats!

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  2. Congratulations! All of my love to your family. I can't wait for my big day!

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  3. Oh I'm so glad I didn't miss reading about it!!! Congratulations on your beautiful new son. I can't wait to hear all about his deliciousness!

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  4. Yaaaaaaaay! Congratulations, Mommy! He's adorable.

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  5. A thousand congratulations. Welcome to the world, little Bird.

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  6. Oh, Sweetie!! Congratulations!!!

    Couldn't be happier for you. He looks absolutely beautiful-- and well worth all that effort.

    Looking foward to hearing all about him... But what is most important right now is that YOU rest when Christopher is sleeping. Let that wonderful husband of yours take care of everything else.

    Promise, now.

    xoxo CGF

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  7. Welcome to the world Little Christopher Bird.
    And congratulations to you and Guy and Lovely for the beautiful addition.
    Happy birth day, Mommy!

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  8. Congradulations mommy, he's beautiful! I'm so happy for you. Welcome to the world Christopher, it's brighter and more beautiful at the announcement of your arrive. You are a much anticipated baby. God be with you and guide you all the days of your life.

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  9. Congratulations mama! You are both beautiful! Welcome to the world Christopher, we are so happy you are here!

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  10. Oh, you're a couple of rock stars!

    You did good. Real good. Congratulations, Mommy!!

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  11. Anonymous8:54 AM

    I am so happy for you and Guy and Lovely! Congratulations to all, and Happy Birthday Bird!
    C

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  12. CONGRATS!!!! can't wait to hear more!

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  13. Welcome to the world Christopher. Welcome to mommyhood Momma!

    You're gonna do great.

    Never doubt yourself.

    You will truly always know what's best.

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  14. Congratulations,Marty! Enjoy every second because they go by really fast.

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  15. Congratulations my friend! I cannot wait to hear everything! I am so proud and happy for you... and the boy? Beautiful. But we knew he would be.

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  16. welcome Little Bird Christopher

    Congratulations!!!! This is a wonderful post to read first thing Monday morning. I am so happy for you all

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  17. Sincerest congrats to you all. Christopher is beautiful.

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  18. Many congratulations! Enjoy the ride.

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  19. Congratulations, sweetie!!! He's adorable and I love his name! Hugs, Mommy!!! XOXO

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  20. Anonymous10:18 AM

    He's just perfect!

    Welcome little Christopher.

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  21. Congratulations! He's adorable.

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  22. He is just stunning and gorgous!! Congratulations mama, guy, and lovely!!

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  23. Anonymous10:32 AM

    Christopher is beautiful! Welcome to the world, little one. I can't wait to meet you.

    Sending much love to the four of you.

    Bach

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  24. He's soooo beautiful!! Perfectly pink and looking happy to be resting on Mommy's skin. Congratulations on this wonderful blessing!

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  25. Oh Canape.... He is beautiful. I am so happy for you and so happy we can share the month of January!!

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  26. He's wonderful sweetie! We will see you when you surface. XOXOX to you all.

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  27. Jen @ A Journey of Hope10:59 AM

    Awww, M, he's gorgeous! Congratulations to both you and Guy, and Lovely. Welcome to the world, little Christopher. Can't wait to hear all about it. Enjoy your new son, every moment is precious... much love...

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  28. He is a beautiful little bird! Such a blessing.
    Sending you lots of Healing energy's.
    Brightest Blessings to All...

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  29. Aww. Congratulations, Mama!

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  30. Congratulations on your little peanut!

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  31. Congratulations!

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  32. He's beautiful! And you are too, new mama.

    Congratulations, and welcome to the world, Christopher!

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  33. Congratulations!!

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  34. Ooooh! I'm first! I was so going to post a snarky comment on Thursday's post. :-) It's probably a good thing you didn't leave that open ended... Congratulations!!!!! I just can't say that enough. There is nothing cuter than a little squished newborn fase. And Christopher, I simply love your name.

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  35. Welcome Christopher! I am so crying. I'm glad I checked on you. I had a feeling. He's beautiful.

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  36. yay!

    Can't wait to read the story. Enjoy that little man and get some rest, well you know as much as possible with a newborn.

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  37. congrats, congrats, and welcome to beautiful Christopher!

    now rest. ;)

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  38. Congratulations!

    Welcome to the world, Christopher!

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  39. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

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  40. Welcome to the world, Christopher. Let your mommy get some rest now! :)

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  41. Anonymous3:26 PM

    YAY! Congratulations!
    -Audrey

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  42. kentuckyann3:27 PM

    Dear Canape,

    CONGRATULATIONS!! Beautiful Christopher bird!!

    I know you will be too tired and occupied and in love to read much but I want to say that, though I am new to your blog, I read nearly every entry in one whole day and I love it.

    Thank you so much for writing!
    If all goes well, I will join you in motherhood in early July...

    kentuckyann

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  43. YAY!!! Congratulations! Get as much rest as you can! And welcome to the world, Christopher! :)

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  44. Oh he is just perfect! Congratulations! I can't even begin to tell you how happy I am for you!

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  45. I have tears in my eyes. I'm so so happy for you and your family. It is beyond wonderful, isn't it? I mean, there just aren't words.

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  46. Wowzers! Congratulations lady!
    Perfect name!

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  47. Thank you for including a picture of your little bundle. You are both so beautiful, and he looks just perfect. xoxo

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  48. (I'm a lurker who happens to LOVE your blog!!)

    I just had to say congratulations, though!! Little Bird is just beautiful. And, your post today was so sweet.

    You seem like such a wonderful person. Bird is quite blessed, for sure.

    Love,

    katie

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  49. emmakirst7:35 PM

    Congratulations on a beautiful boy!

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  50. Congrats and welcome Christopher!

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  51. Blessings on you all.

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  52. Oh so precious! Congratulations and so glad to hear you are doing well. :)

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  53. Congratulations Canape! Sleep whenever you can and enjoy Christopher's first weeks home. (Like you need anyone to tell you right? LOL)

    Happy Birthday Christopher!

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  54. I was going to ask you who won the i-hold-the-baby/you-no-hold-the-baby battle between you and nurse, but immediately realized that was a dumb question.

    Congrats, M. :D

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  55. Congrats!! Welcome to the world, Christopher!

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  56. Beautiful! Congratulations!

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  57. P.S. Did we mention that nursing makes you sleepy? After you get the hang of it, it may put you to bed every night ... lovely memories.

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  58. May his song be as sweet as your heart.

    Congratulations.

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  59. Congrats! Welcome to the world Christopher!

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  60. YIIPPPEEEEE!

    CONGRATULATIONS!

    I'm so happy for you.

    Welcome baby Christopher!

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  61. Welcome to the world, Christopher!! We've all been waiting for you!!

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  62. OK, now I feel silly for the comment I left on your other post.
    YAY baby! Congrats new mama! Welcome to the crazy ride.

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  63. You put those genes to good use. What a little cutie! Congratulations!!!

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  64. Congratulations!! Welcome, Christopher!!

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  65. Oh he's so precious and sweet. SO happy for all three of you. Can't wait to hear all about him!

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  66. Congrats and welcome baby Christopher! I love the name!

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  67. Oh, delurking to say Congrats, and welcome, Little Christopher Bird. I can't wait to hear all the details.

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  68. Congratulations! Wonderful news!

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  69. Jennie7:36 AM

    Congratulations! Welcome perfect little boy :)

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  70. Congrats on the new member of the family! What a darling....

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  71. congrats and welcome!!!

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  72. Congrats again!
    I've checked back a few times to see if you've had a few moments to steal away from your beauty and every time I see that picture it brings me right back to the delivery room. What an amazing feeling!! What a gorgeous picture!!
    Congrats again, Mommy!

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  73. He is absolutely beautiful! Welcome little bird!

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  74. OMG Canape!
    I miss a week and LOOK WHAT HAPPENED!!!

    Congratulations and welcome to your beautiful baby boy.
    xo

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