Reasons why Fran is coming over all dynastic

Oh, Elijah
Who would hide ya?
My, oh my, here's the
cute Elijah.





Here he is, recovering from a traumatic birth, and all wrapped up.  But he's improving fast, and tomorrow I'm going to see him!  

Comments

  1. SmitoniusAndSonata6/7/12 11:59

    That's it , you've crossed over to the other side .... you're a Granny .

    (No clingwrap for Elijah , then?)

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  2. Janie Junebug6/7/12 12:16

    Awwwww, who doesn't love a baby? The best in the world to you all.

    Love,
    Janie

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  3. Martin6/7/12 13:03

    Welcome to the club, Fran!

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  4. stephen Hayes6/7/12 14:38

    I'm still haven't been admitted to the grandparent club, but I hope I'm on a waiting list.

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  5. fishducky6/7/12 18:43

    He's adorable!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  6. Steve7/7/12 01:34

    Grandma we love you... grandma we do...!

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  7. Anna May7/7/12 17:36

    Welcome to the world, Elijah, and I wish you and all the people who love you good health and joy!

    Anna May x

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  8. English Rider7/7/12 20:17

    Quite a trick, you! To have a baby, without HAVING a baby. Congrats to you and swift recovery to Elijah and his new Mom.

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  9. Unknown7/7/12 22:15

    Aww. So sweet.

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  10. BadPenny8/7/12 05:38

    oH ! ADORABLE !

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