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Wednesday, February 18, 2009

I'm the Ghost that's Known as Casper (A Post by John)



Casper was born Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 10:05 pm. He weighs 8lbs 10 oz and is 21 and 3/4 inches long. I'm afraid this kid's already making me a softy. I usually think most newborn babies are less than cute, but I'm quite partial to this one. It's amazing to me how much I loved this kid the moment I saw him.

Thanks again to Kimi and Casey for the Casper beanie.

Despite very little sleep for over 30 hours LeeElle was a trooper and did a great job. It is amazing what she was able to do without ever letting on how much pain she was in. I on the otherhand improved my ability to count to 10 in sets of 4 every 3 minutes, which I have to say wore me out. By the end I was exhausted and was almost kicked out for trying to get my own epidural. After all of this LeeElle came out of it looking great.

Kerilynn and LeeElle post partum

Cohen (Casper's actual name) spent so much time in the womb that he started to grow facial hair. The goatee was a little too much so we had it shaved before we took any pictures.

How about you sideburns? This is how I knew he really was my son.

18 comments:

Jen and Dakota said...

Congrats LeeElle and John! He is so cute! I love the "casper" hat! LeeElle you look great! We are so happy for you! Congrats again!

Kirk and Jamie said...

Nice burns:) Congratulations to you both!

Nicki said...

Congratulations!!!!! Kids are so fun! He is so handsome. Well done you two!

The Brown's said...

Yeah!!! Congrats!!! He is adorable. You look great LeeElle. You guys are going to love being parents. It is the most wonderful thing ever.

Carl and Amber said...

Congrats LeeElle and John! I will give you guys some time before coming to visit, but don't think that I'm not thinking about ya! Seriously, call me with any questions! I love ya! Oh yeah...Logan had the hairiest ears ever! It took a couple months to fall off. Cohen...there's hope!

Julie said...

Yeah! Congrats LeElle!! Isn't it great to finally have him here? He's a beautiful baby. Enjoy these precious, but sleepless days ahead of you :)

Mrs. X said...

Hi LeeElle! Jen let me know about your site and your exciting news so I had to stop by and say congratulations! He's adorable!

Melani (McManus)

Sarah said...

I knew we should have sent that Gizmo beanie we bought! Yeah for baby Cohen. I see plenty of Jex in him, but so far, I see Tullis in the lips and the burns. Oh man are we excited. I can't wait to meet him. Love you guys!

Chelise said...

Well DONE! He is perfect, burn and all. We having trouble calling him by his real name, though; Casper seemed so fitting!!

Can't wait to see you and meet him!

Amber said...

Congratulations to you both, he's very cute! And long! :)

Lisa said...

Welcome baby Cohen! We are so glad you finally made your entrance into the world! LeeElle you really do look beautiful, even after birthing a very large baby. You continue to amaze me. As for the cuteness factor, I have to say he is adorable. And I'm not just being nice either. :O)

Allison said...

Congratulations! He is very cute!

Melanie said...

Yay!!! He's finally here...the wait is over!! He looks like a keeper. LeeElle...I don't think I look good in ANY of my hospital pictures and here's one of you looking great!! No fair!! Enjoy your new little bundle of joy! Children truly are a blessing. Welcome to the world of parenting!

Michelle Walkenhorst said...

Congrats! LeeElle, you look great, Cohen is a doll! I love the Casper beanie!!

Kayla said...

Congratulation!!! I am so excited for you and your husband. Cohen is a cute kid!

Dallass said...

So happy for you guys!! Hope you're into details LeeElle!! I've gotta hear the whole story!! Can't wait to see more pics!!

Cindy aka Ladybug ... said...

Oh Cohen is soo cute.. I can't wait meet him in person.. Welcome lil man!

Jen said...

HA! I had no idea you guys even had a blog until LeeElle left her email addy saying she wanted to be added to our list when we switched to private! AND I didn't know you guys had your baby and that he's already over 1 month old!!!! CONGRATS!! He's an absolute cutey!!!