Meeting in Person

This weekend I got to meet and hold two-week old Carson, who loves to snuggle. He is a sweet baby, except, of course, when he is hungry and fussy. At 6-11, he is not quite up to his birth weight of 6-15, but close. All of us went on the first walk around the neighborhood with Carson in his stroller. He stayed awake the whole trip.

Bella, who was an "only dog" until Carson arrived, has not quite adjusted to his prominent place in the heirarchy. Until recently, she was the focus of visitors' attention. Bella was happiest near the end of my visit when I picked her up and held her.


Mom and Dad are doing great with Carson. He's a lucky little guy, surrounded by much love and attention.

I well remember what it felt like to become the "matriarch" of the family when the last generation of our family passed on. It has its advantages. Ushering in a new generation is one of them.

Best Buds

Somehow I knew these two would hit it off. Carson and Bella have a great future together!

What A Difference A Week Makes

Carson seemed to enjoy his Mommy's birthday today. At least he was awake for the party.

He's been sunbathing under bili lights this week and hasn't regained his birth weight yet, but he's close.


I'm thinking he looks good in a hoodie, but I am a bit biased.

Carson's Arrival

Carson James Kelly, my great-nephew, made his entry into this world Friday night, October 3, at 11:55 PM, allowing his mother to almost finish a week of school teaching. He came early according to all predictions, perhaps not wanting to wait until his mother had her next birthday. This handsome young man weighed in at 6 lbs, 14 oz, and measured 20.5 inches long.

Welcome to the family, Carson! Can't wait to see you in person!