10.30.06
Skittle Unwrapped!
It was with great joy, awe, and relief, after a fast pregnancy and a looooonnnng labor that we welcomed little Skittle into our family. We were so excited to finally meet this sweet baby of ours and learn all the particulars of Skittle.
Jared Noah weighed in at a healthy 7lbs. 10oz., measuring 20 1/2in.,sporting dark (!?) brown hair and, of course, beautiful blue eyes. I had to check twice to make sure I was right in pronouncing him a boy…it just seemed odd to have a boy after having Kez. Actually it was odd to think of having any baby that was not Keziah. We have, however, settled into the idea and are quite attached to our little man.
Keziah has affectionately christened “her baby” with the loving name “Bead”. She has been very happy to add this new one to her collection of babies and showers him with hugs and kisses…she is a very attentive big sister and runs to bring his binky when her “Bead is fuss” , as she puts it. She has also taken up the responsibility of opening the steady flow of gifts that he has received and making sure they are kid approved. : )
As for Jared himself, he has shown a definite interest in his Daddy…maybe entranced would be a better term to describe it. He’ll just lay there and stare at Seth and smile when Seth talks to him. It’s really quite sweet to watch. Jared is also proving to be a water bug just like his big sis. He loves the bath and gets excited just hearing the water run…quite convenient when Momma needs to take a shower.
Personal hygiene seems to become more of a privilege and less of a right as the offspring arrives, I’ve noticed…not sure how I feel about that part of Mothering. But then again the sweet baby smiles from Jared and “I yuh Ooo, Momma!” from Keziah make all the inconvenience so worth it.
It really is amazing how babies and small children can turn a full-grown adult into a puddle of mush…especially when they’re your own.
The Hills said,
November 6, 2006 at 8:29 pm
We’re so happy for you 4! Wow! FOUR! We’re going for our 20 week appointment this week at the Catholic Charities. I’ll be applying for Medical Assitance and we’ll have an ultrasound (gender will be a secret to all, including us, until Bday). So it’s an exciting week! Way to go Hannah & Seth, blazing the trail!
Tara
Jaree' said,
November 19, 2006 at 4:07 pm
What a blessing this is! A happy little man to be tenderly cared for by his lively big sister and thankful parents! I think of ya’ll often as I pine for Bethany and regret not spending more time with ya’ll!
I really enjoy your site! Love and Blessings!
Tricia said,
January 28, 2007 at 6:49 pm
Hey Hannah!
Just found your web page; glad to see all is well! Congrats on little Jared! We also had another little one. We were shocked to learn last April that another baby was on its way. Kaitlyn Elaine had a Christmas Eve due date, but came early, on her own (no induction! 4th time was the charm!) on December 14th. We are very much done having kids now; 2 boys, 2 girls–can’t afford anymore surprises!;) Good luck w/your internship!
Tricia