Homecoming King

After a mere 30 hours since he arrived, Oliver has had enough of this hospital stuff, he wants to see his room! So having passed all his tests and achieved the maiden bowel movement required, the nurse granted us permission to bring him into the outside world and home to Dow's Lake and the Rideau Canal. It is insane how tiny he looks in this giant car seat. It looks a spaceship ready to launch and Oliver is the first infant astronaut. Such a tiny little thing. A big welcoming committee as we arrived with Isabelle, Gran and all the New Jersey clan with arms open to hold him. He soon proved to us that even with a fully passed hearing test, he can sleep through the craziness of toddlers and pre-teens jumping and screaming to beat the band. We are so glad to have him home and are now ready to see what adjustments are needed to have two of these little people around. At least only one is super mobile right now! Isabelle is doing awesome so far, always asking to hold Oliver and showing no signs of trauma or jealousy at the arrival of her baby brother. She has a few big sister books and has had her share of gifts recently to keep her occupied. She loves the new little guy and it will only get better as he grows and becomes her best friend and loyal student. Now that he is here, bring on spring and summer, warm weather and maternity leave await!

Mom and Baby getting ready to ship out



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