He's a most handsome boy. Congratulations all around!
Posted by Christine at February 21, 2012 4:16 PMCongratulations! Every perfect gift is from God. Luis is perfect.
Posted by doreen at February 21, 2012 4:17 PMPerfect!
Posted by Julie Hoover at February 21, 2012 4:17 PMCongratulations!
Posted by Cathy at February 21, 2012 4:18 PMHe's just gorgeous! Congratulations auntie, uncle and cousins!
Posted by LIbby at February 21, 2012 4:18 PMHooray! Congratulations and all best wishes to Luis and his family! I think he'll appreciate the blanket, edging and all.
Posted by Su1282 at February 21, 2012 4:19 PMHooray! What a handsome devil!
Posted by Joanna England at February 21, 2012 4:20 PMBest wishes and congratulations to Luis' Mom and Dad. He's beautiful.
Posted by Amy at February 21, 2012 4:21 PMCongratulations! He's adorable!
Both my kids were early (5 and 6 weeks) and it made the beginnings a little chaotic, but on the other hand in my experience premies like their sleep, so that helps! Enjoy snugging your new nephew!
Posted by Courtney in Crete at February 21, 2012 4:21 PMHappy Birthday Luis!
Posted by Constantina Mead at February 21, 2012 4:23 PMWee, precious baby, welcome to the world!
And Stephanie, I've never been gladder than I am to be deprived of your blog postings. I hope you had a wonderful time in the Dominican Republic (it looked like it) and that you'll enjoy every blog-free moment helping the new family adjust to being a new family. I'll be here whenever you get back.
Posted by NurseBrandy at February 21, 2012 4:23 PMBless you for being so generous. He's lovely and Mum and Dad will thank you, I'm sure.
Posted by Judith in Ottawa at February 21, 2012 4:24 PMfrom one early child to another: welcome, you chose the time *you* needed to be born ... even if you didn't agree with it, even if you scared your parents a lot, and even if you surprised a lot of people and frustrated your aunt and her knitting... congrats! you are handsome and special and your blanket will be all that much more wonderful for the wait. trust me. much love and good wishes to all...
Posted by penny at February 21, 2012 4:25 PMLook at that face! So beautiful and wise. Babies come when they need to - I'm glad to hear he made it safely, and I hope his mama is doing well too.
Welcome to the world, Luis!
Posted by Penelope at February 21, 2012 4:26 PMCongratulations to all, and many blessings to your family.
Posted by JodyO at February 21, 2012 4:26 PMYippee!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by Robyn in the Northwoods at February 21, 2012 4:26 PMAs long as the wee one and his parents are well then the unreasonably large blanket will arrive soon enough.
Welcome Luis! Congrats family.
Posted by Lynne in MI at February 21, 2012 4:32 PMWelcome to the world Luis, you have a good and caring family
xxx
What a wonderful name! Thought I may be a little prejudiced.... :) Best wishes for a long and healthy life full of love and wool!
Posted by PleaseLouise at February 21, 2012 4:36 PMWelcome to the world, little one!
Posted by AlisonH at February 21, 2012 4:37 PMHe's gorgeous. Congratulations to all! Did you end up ripping back the baby blanket, then?
Posted by Jen in CT at February 21, 2012 4:37 PMSo sweet! What an adorable baby! He has "kissy cheeks"!
Posted by Angela at February 21, 2012 4:38 PMOh Stephanie, he is absolutely beautiful! Not that any of us ever doubted he would be!! Enjoy your time with the wee one, we will miss you but some things are just more important!! Blessings, Love, Josie
Posted by Josie McGill at February 21, 2012 4:38 PMHe looks so sweet. Congrats to the happy family!
Posted by Seanna Lea at February 21, 2012 4:39 PMAwwwwwwwwwww!
Posted by Liz in Missouri at February 21, 2012 4:39 PMCongratulations Steph and I hope that Mom and baby are doing well!
Posted by Monique at February 21, 2012 4:41 PMCongrats to you and yours! I hope this little guy gets loads of hand-knits to keep him snuggly throughout his happy and long life!
Posted by Lisa H. at February 21, 2012 4:47 PMWelcome, little one!
(You've got time to finish the blanket. I bet he's working REALLY HARD on simply growing right now.)
Posted by Presbytera at February 21, 2012 4:49 PMCongratulations to all involved and particularly to Luis. Getting delivered ahead of schedule is never fun, but I and some of my favourite people were a bit ahead of schedule.
He's gorgeous, annoyed and iPhone photo'd or not. You get them sorted, Aunt Steph; the Blog will be here when you get back. <3
Posted by Quiara at February 21, 2012 4:52 PMIt is a good day for nephews! I had a new grand nephew yesterday. They are such miracles!
Posted by Caty at February 21, 2012 4:54 PMHe's so handsome. Your photo makes me realize t's been quite a while since I've held a newborn. Lucky you & congrats to his parents!
Posted by Jan Smiley at February 21, 2012 4:55 PMCongratulations to the whole family!
Posted by Shannon at February 21, 2012 5:00 PMBeautiful - and very much where attention belongs right now. The Blog will miss you while you tend to little Luis, but the Blog understands. Congratulations!!!
Posted by Leslie at February 21, 2012 5:02 PMHe is lovely, so happy that even early it all turned out alright! Can't wait to see the next photo of little Luis all bundled in your beautiful blanket!
Posted by Shelle at February 21, 2012 5:04 PMHe's beautiful. Congrats to all!
Posted by ccr in MA at February 21, 2012 5:07 PMMay Luis and his family live long, healthy and happy lives.
Posted by VillageCrone at February 21, 2012 5:09 PMCongratulations to your family! Now you go focus on them and knit a little and get that boy properly wrapped in wool. :-)
Posted by Jody at February 21, 2012 5:09 PMMazel tov to the parents and bienvenidos to Luis.
He's adorable.
He is beautiful! Congrats to all!
Posted by Cathy at February 21, 2012 5:09 PMHe is beautiful! Congratulations and blessings to all. Enjoy your time with him and the family. We will miss your posts but expect lots of baby pics when you return!
Posted by susan at February 21, 2012 5:09 PMHe's beautiful! Best wishes to him & his parents.
Posted by Samina at February 21, 2012 5:11 PMCongratulations! Mazel tov! Felicitaciones! Lucky little boy, lucky family. May you all have much joy.
Posted by georgia at February 21, 2012 5:12 PMWelcome, Luis! Congrats, Auntie Step. Take all the time you all need. xo
Posted by Sally at February 21, 2012 5:14 PMWelcome to the new wee one - but only read this if you're also knitting! He's wearing nothing hand knit in this picture. I wish I had a hat to send.
Posted by ToniC at February 21, 2012 5:15 PMWelcome Luis! You're a very lucky boy.
And now the whole world changes for Katie and Carlos.
Posted by LaurieM at February 21, 2012 5:16 PMHe's adorable and you can tell from that crappy i-phone pic, no worries. Congrats and enjoy the time with your family.
Posted by ReNae at February 21, 2012 5:16 PMHe is just beautiful. I bet he knows he is loved already,such a lucky little boy and lucky you tool Hugs and happy baby cuddling.
Posted by linda in oregon at February 21, 2012 5:17 PMWhat a handsome and very wee fellow indeed! Enjoy the family time. Here's hoping you get a tail wind to help you finish that blankie more quickly and get that boy wrapped up in wooly love.
Posted by Kathy at February 21, 2012 5:17 PMSleep and eat, little one, sleep and eat. You too, Mama.
Posted by Beth at February 21, 2012 5:17 PMYou're really gifted, Stephanie - no other blog is bringing me to tears as often as yours... ;-)
All the best wishes for the wee one and his family and you too.
I'm a new auntie, too - well, a great-auntie. And my little guy's blanket was finished but lost in the mails. But my small one was born and his blanket was found and all is well in the world.
Doesn't take much to make a new auntie/great-auntie happy; one small beautiful baby will do it every time.
Congratulations to all.
Aww beautiful and "As always, I know no way to say that without wool. " I couldn't have put that into words but know exactly what you mean :)
Posted by Kelly at February 21, 2012 6:00 PMAwww...Congratulations! Hope you get to spend lots of time loving on him while helping his parents.
Posted by Barbara at February 21, 2012 6:06 PMcongrats!...he is beautiful..have fun getting them all settled in. we'll be fine. :)
Posted by lizykat at February 21, 2012 6:18 PMPerfect and, oh, so precious! But Luis? I thought your next nephew would be named Skein. ;-)
Posted by Beth at February 21, 2012 6:25 PMWhat a sweetie! Hey, as one preemie to another (I was a month early and only weighed 2 lbs. 11 oz.), don't worry about it, Luis, you're just ahead of most people and have a little more "cute time" to enjoy! Make the most of it, little darling!
Posted by KMK at February 21, 2012 6:29 PMCongrats and welcome, Luis!
Posted by Ruth at February 21, 2012 6:29 PMIf he was a preemie he sure looks pretty filled out. My 4lb 15oz preemie was all skin and bones. But he was fat and sassy by the time he was 1 year old. They arrive when they are ready...not before and not after. Your friend Jen can attest to that.
Posted by Dixie in Ohio at February 21, 2012 6:38 PMFrom the mama of two early birdies, to the auntie and parents of wee Luis... He is perfect! Congratulations! And Stephanie, I have no doubt the blankie will be done in no time at all!
Posted by Dori at February 21, 2012 6:41 PMWhat a sweet little bundle. Congratulations to all of you!
Posted by Sheri at February 21, 2012 6:51 PMWhat a beautiful baby! New parents have a special grace. Experienced families have an idea about what changes their lives are going to undergo, but that couple that is suddenly a threesome, life becomes a wild ride of love mixed with sleep deprivation along with a side of maternal hormones striving to get back into whack. The thought of it brings tears of joy to my eyes. God bless that family!
Posted by Brenda at February 21, 2012 6:54 PMVery eloquent as always. Congrats Auntie.
Posted by Payge at February 21, 2012 6:54 PMAbsolutely wonderful. And I am so glad that you work for a boss that understands the important things in life.
Posted by Pat at February 21, 2012 7:04 PMAhhhhhhh.... a beautiful baby boy. I do love babies hugely. Welcome little Luis! Congratulations to your whole family.
Posted by samm at February 21, 2012 7:05 PMHe is beautifull! congrats!
Posted by Dita at February 21, 2012 7:12 PMHe's absolutely beautiful! Congratulations to you and your family!
Posted by Brenda at February 21, 2012 7:13 PMWell now I know why you needed to visit the Dominican Republic,
so that you, Hank and company can teacher Luis words like "tortuga". He looks soooo precious.
Best wishes to Luis. Katie, Carlos and the family at large.
⁄bienvenido al mundo, pequeño Luis, y buen salud!
Posted by elleninindy at February 21, 2012 7:24 PMBeautiful little boy! I hope he learns to nurse well and quickly, and wish them all the best, and I hope you can help them with it all!
Posted by Colleen at February 21, 2012 7:29 PMGorgeous baby! Does not have theat preemie look at all! And he will definitely need that blanket!
Posted by Donna at February 21, 2012 7:29 PMWelcome Luis and Congratulations Katie and Carlos!
How lucky to have a loving auntie putting the family first for a few days!
So very sweet and such a lucky baby to have wonderful parents AND a special Auntie.
Posted by Connie at February 21, 2012 7:36 PMPut squarely first...how fabulous! If only we all had that when new ones arrived. They all come in with their own way and own story...how blessed he is to have an auntie to recognize it. The force is strong with your kin. Mazel Tov!
Baaaaaay-Beeeeeeeeeee!
Posted by alyson at February 21, 2012 7:42 PMAw! What a sweet little man! Congratulations to the parents and your family!
Posted by Josee at February 21, 2012 7:49 PMHe's lovely!! Congratulations to Katie and Carlos!
And Stephanie, a premature birth is clearly cheating on the part of the universe. As far as I'm concerned, your record still stands :)
Posted by Stardancer at February 21, 2012 7:53 PMCusp of Pisces and Aquarius....a good thing!
Oh my god, he is SOOOO beautiful! Congratulations to all on this sweet new addition.
Posted by Seagoat42 at February 21, 2012 7:58 PMHe's beautiful --- he just wanted to get things going!
Congratulations to all.
How truely beautiful Luis is and wonderfully perfect. Your absence will be missed. The welcome of a new nephew is most important, far more than the Blog. That blanky sure will be welcome, now and later!
Posted by Maureen at February 21, 2012 8:26 PMHe's a beautiful boy. A healthy but early baby is always better than an on time but sick baby. Veels geluk.
Posted by Samantha at February 21, 2012 8:34 PMBlessings all around
Posted by Judith at February 21, 2012 8:46 PMYes, perfect!!
Posted by ann Bedell Hunt at February 21, 2012 8:49 PMWelcome to the world, Luis. I bet you came early because when you heard what a wonderful family you were getting, you just couldn't wait.
Nurse well. It's the best. That's better than an Aunt Steph blanket. An Aunt Steph blanket comes in at a very close second.
Posted by Juliet in Grand Rapids at February 21, 2012 8:55 PMAwwww, how cute and sweet is that?! Congratulations and best wishes to all! He's beautiful :)
Happy Birth-Day Luis!
Stephanie, my youngest nephew arrived before his blankie was finished. But then, neither my sister nor I had factored into our schedules that she might need an emergency cesearean 5 weeks early. But it did mean that I had a totally unforgettable 40th birthday. He's going on for 7 now and finds the fact that we share our birthday quite amusing.
Congrats to the new mum and dad and happy aunt-hood to you Stephanie.
PS. I did finish the blankie before his original due date, so I count that as a win.
Posted by AlisoninOZ at February 21, 2012 9:08 PMExquisite! I love the "I know no way to say that without wool" ... it's one of the best ways, I'm certain :) Congratulations, auntie :)
Posted by Christine at February 21, 2012 9:21 PMCongrats! We will get to see your post when we see them. Putting family first is most important. Hope all goes well with the settling in.
Posted by Melissa at February 21, 2012 9:28 PMWelcome, Luis!
I hope Mom and baby Luis are healthy - I know they're well-loved.
Posted by Susan at February 21, 2012 9:34 PMHe is so beautiful he takes my breath away. Happy birthday, Luis! May all the universe smile upon you today.
I have faith in you, Auntie Steph. Rock him for me. I envy you your night in a rocker holding that precious scrap of awesome.
Posted by Barbara at February 21, 2012 9:35 PMHe's beautiful. Congratulations to everyone!
Posted by Norah at February 21, 2012 9:44 PMAdorable!! Congrats Auntie Steph and your whole family!
Posted by Mary Ellen at February 21, 2012 9:49 PMCongratulations, Auntie! I am sure they are in good hands with all your mama experience and your LLLI expertise!
Posted by Heather at February 21, 2012 9:50 PMI wondered when we didn't hear from you for a little while, whether Luis was born... Congratulations! Turning that big tummy into a little person is absolute magic... and I used to work in Labor and Delivery for many years.... Welcome back.
Posted by Judy at February 21, 2012 10:07 PMA warm welcome to wee Luis. May he and his
family be blessed!
Welcome Luis and congrats to the family. Wishing you all the best!
Posted by mary at February 21, 2012 10:43 PMWelcome, Luis! Congratulations to all!
Posted by Steph at February 21, 2012 10:43 PMCongratulations all 'round. He is handsome already!
Posted by cecelia at February 21, 2012 10:45 PMLuis, welcome to the world. Hope you enjoy getting to know the wonderful family you have.
Congrats to the proud parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins! Don't injure yourselves in your rush to spoil him!
Steph, the Blog forgives you your absence as long as you come back with photos of Luis with the finished blanket, Luis with the so-appropriate Baby Surprise Jacket and, most importantly, Luis being held by his Uncle Joe!
From one uncle to another: Yes, Joe, you have to do it. No, he won't be scared by you. Yes, this can be a life-altering event. No, he might not -- I warned all 7 of my niece-phews not to poop, pee, or barf on me. Also warned them there would be no pulling on the hair, glasses, face fur, jewelry, etc., and no screaming in my ear. If they could follow those rules, we'd get along great. If not, they'd find themselves heading back to Mom &/or Dad so fast that they'd actually get a few minutes younger. All 7 abided by "Uncle's Rules", much to the bewilderment of some of their other uncles and aunts!
Posted by Anonymous, too at February 21, 2012 11:01 PMCongratulations! He's handsome and he looks like he'll be a charmer when he wakes.
Posted by Dorothy at February 21, 2012 11:02 PMHe looks adorable and remarkably well-done and chubby for early. Only the size of that thumb gives any idea for scale that he's a wee one!
He has a very determined look about him as well, I predict he'll have all of you sorted in no time!
Posted by Jen at February 21, 2012 11:30 PMCongrats to the new parents! Your nephew is quiet handsome for being early to his own party! :D
Good luck,
~G~
He is simply adorable. Enjoy your baby cuddles and congrats to the family.
Posted by Trista at February 22, 2012 3:39 AMHe's perfectly beautiful, even if he arrived early.
Congratulations, Auntie Stephanie. And congratulations to the rest of the family, as well.
Posted by Gwen at February 22, 2012 4:53 AMCongratulations!!! He's so cute! I love being an Aunt and think it's the greatest thing ever. It's even better now that I'm a Great Aunt (which is so cool I can barely stand it.) Have fun enjoying your new nephew and thanks for sharing him and Hank with us. I just love the pictures of Hank and the rest of you with the squirrel monkeys. What a neat thing to be able to do. Happy Baby Watching!!!!!
Posted by Dyepotgirl at February 22, 2012 6:41 AMHe's gorgeous - congratulations!
Posted by Elizabeth L in Apex, NC at February 22, 2012 8:05 AMCongrats, he is a handsome boy.
Posted by Tina from MD at February 22, 2012 8:09 AMOh bless you for helping a family with an early baby. My son was early and we needed all the help we could possibly get. He looks sweet and lovely. The early ones make you earn your parenting stripes as they were sent out into the world with a gooey center as my husband says. Lots of snuggles until they are fully baked.
Posted by Jenny at February 22, 2012 8:35 AMOh congratulations to all of you!!!! I'm so glad you've got a new little one to cuddle and he's healthy :) Well done, Katie!
Posted by Lynne at February 22, 2012 8:45 AMHe's perfect. Just lovely. Congratulations to you all.
Posted by Sarah at February 22, 2012 9:05 AMLovely baby! He is perfection itself! Best wishes to him and your family.
Posted by Bonnie at February 22, 2012 9:10 AMMuy quapo!!!
Posted by Rose at February 22, 2012 9:11 AMWell, at least you're off the hook for delaying births by not having the blanket finished!
Congrats to all involved.
Even in a crappy picture, he's beautiful, but I had to laugh. Most infants have their first picture taken in those towel-like things that look like they've been dressed by Mother Teresa. My first reaction was that he was wrapped in a high-end, wool tallis (Jewish prayer shawl). How's that for a mixed religious metaphor?
Posted by Iris at February 22, 2012 9:16 AM"I want him to know how much I love him already. As always, I know no way to say that without wool."
This right here gets to something pretty basic about me, too, and I think most of us.
Posted by Mary at February 22, 2012 9:18 AMOh my! Congratulations to all! Happy Birthday Luis!
I'm going to stop there or I'll end up typing cutety-wooty words all over here, and that's only excused when in the presence of the cuteness that makes one go all gushy.
He's gorgeous.
Posted by Lisa at February 22, 2012 9:42 AMHis scrunchy little face reminds me of my own wee one who arrived too early, and was also not very pleased about it. He's great!
I welcomed my first nephew in December - also with blankets. And sweaters. And a hat. And socks. I think he needs mitts now :)
Such a darling! We know you'll do everything possible to help him and his parents get settled in :)
Posted by Allison at February 22, 2012 9:48 AMTruly, a very beautiful baby. Best wishes to all. If I listen very intently, I can hear your needles clicking away!
Posted by Ruth in N.J. at February 22, 2012 10:02 AMBienvenido Luis!!! Has nacido en una amorosa familia: ella cuidará de ti! Felicitaciones para la tia Step!!!
Posted by Ana Burton at February 22, 2012 10:05 AMWhat a handsome little man! And the name is perfect. Of course, I'm a tad biased because my father's name is Carlos Luis. :)
Posted by Renee at February 22, 2012 10:06 AMObviously, you are showing him how much you love him - even without the wool! You'll feel better when he's properly wrapped in wool, but I'm sure he's feeling the love - just look at how content he looks in the picture. I think he arrived early because he knew there was a huge on-line following awaiting his arrival. Congrats to Katie and Carlos! And to all of you, enjoy every moment - even the cranky ones! Judy in NJ
Posted by Judy at February 22, 2012 10:16 AMSo beautiful. Congratulations to you and your family!
Hugs and snuggles and loves, Oh my! Precious baby boy to grow and reach for the sky. Be blessed in every way, family of three, and enjoy God's love for it is free! Well come, Luis!
Posted by Sue at February 22, 2012 11:00 AMLuis is absolutely beautiful! Congratulations to both Katie and Carlos, and to you as well! Babies are awesome!
Posted by Rebecca at February 22, 2012 11:29 AMCongratulations! Welcome to the world, beautiful boy!
Posted by em at February 22, 2012 11:34 AMHe is beautiful. And lucky for him, he's got an auntie who's able to help his mom and dad get a good foundation under themselves.
Posted by Pat at February 22, 2012 11:39 AMCongratulations all around. And, he is, indeed, a gorgeous, gorgeous little man. Enjoy!
Posted by Nicole at February 22, 2012 11:45 AMHe is wonderful! I hope that everyone is OK and take your time settling the family. We will wait for you! :)
Posted by Candi at February 22, 2012 12:23 PMCONGRATS!!!
Posted by Lana at February 22, 2012 12:27 PMWelcome to the planet, little man. You scored big on the family you landed in.
Posted by Sally at Rivendale Farms at February 22, 2012 12:32 PMWelcome to the world, Lius ! Congratulations to mama and papa. He is gorgeous.
Posted by christine arnone at February 22, 2012 1:10 PMWelcome, early bird! Congratulations to your parents!
Posted by Lydia at February 22, 2012 1:13 PMAbsolutely beautiful.
Posted by Kathleen Bruce at February 22, 2012 1:33 PMAbsolutely beautiful.
Posted by Kathleen Bruce at February 22, 2012 1:33 PMWhat a true and deep blessing you are to the families and babes in your life. So, go, be the gift that you are and we, The Blog, will be here patiently and lovingly.
Posted by Jenn at February 22, 2012 2:32 PMOh, Stephanie. He's beautiful. I'm also a doula; just got back from a birth last night, of a nearly-full-term beautiful girl who needed a bit of help in the lung department but is doing fine now, and perhaps I'm completely exhausted [yes!], but new babies. Aren't they THE BEST?
Congratulations to Katie and Carlos, and welcome to the world, Luis!
Posted by Beth at February 22, 2012 2:43 PMWelcome Baby Luis, and congratulations to the whole family on the latest arrival!
Luis must have decided that things sounded so interesting out here, he had to get out and join the fun! There's only one view on the inside.
Posted by Leslie F at February 22, 2012 3:09 PMCongratulations Auntie! What a sweet little lad!
Posted by Daniele at February 22, 2012 3:11 PMAwwww. He's a beauty. thanks for sharing...
Posted by Sheila at February 22, 2012 3:46 PMHey hey! Bienvenue au bébé! Can't wait to see the blanket either.
Posted by Louise at February 22, 2012 3:55 PMCongratulations!
Posted by Rosane at February 22, 2012 4:12 PMThat is a seriously cute baby - perfect. May he and his family grow in love every day!
Posted by Denise B at February 22, 2012 4:37 PMHe is beautiful. Congratulation to the
new mama and papa and Auntie!
He's just lovely! Llongyfarchiadau i chi i gyd! (that's Welsh for congratulations to you all - just in case you can't get it to copy in to google translate on your iphone) xx
Posted by Jools Morgan-Jones at February 22, 2012 4:52 PMThere is nothing more important than a new baby. Enjoy him thoroughly, pamper your sis, and don't worry about The Blog. (We'll do better if you post baby pictures frequently, though.) :-)
PS, maybe the blanket difficulties were in sympathy to Luis's "growing pains".
Posted by LeAnn at February 22, 2012 4:57 PMAww he is beautiful. I fully understand that you want to spend time with them. My new grand-son will be here the end of April and anxious to meet him. I'm starting on a blanket for him as well. Have fun Auntie...
Posted by Rowena at February 22, 2012 5:11 PMMy little guy was born a little early in February as well, although it was last year. He didn't get his blanket until his first birthday though, since it has been a very difficult year. I hope all goes well for Luis and his parents!
Posted by Janis at February 22, 2012 5:11 PMYep, he's beautiful and perfect. Congrats to all.
While you are under no obligation to do so, I appreciate that you share with us the beauty of new life. It always brightens my day to see wee ones, regardless of whose they are. They are precious little people.
Posted by Raindigger at February 22, 2012 5:11 PMWOOHOO! New nephews rock! I welcomed one on 2/21 as well, and you don't want to know what state his newborn knits are in... (Auntie E needs to get busy!!!) Congrats to your family and Happy Birthday Luis! Happy blanket finishing!
Posted by Elisabeth at February 22, 2012 5:55 PMCongratulations, indeed! To all involved, the proud parents, of course, and to you, the indulgent aunt, as well.
Posted by Gene Reyes at February 22, 2012 5:56 PMJust occurred to me - Luis is just born and already famous, thanks to Aunt Stephanie.
Posted by KMK at February 22, 2012 6:02 PMJust saw the baby cocoon pattern this week, and now I know which babies it's for! Early babies born in canada! have you ever made one? They look so cute!! Congrats to the family!
Posted by MichelleinCO at February 22, 2012 6:04 PMCongratulations to all. Luis is beautiful.
Posted by Tari at February 22, 2012 7:25 PMWhat joy! Congratulations to all!
Posted by greenbaymichk at February 22, 2012 7:37 PMThey've made something awfully nice.
Posted by beats by Dre at February 22, 2012 8:38 PMWelcome to Earth!
Posted by Sporky at February 22, 2012 9:19 PMBest wishes to the new family.
Welcome little Luis - may you grow in wisdom and strength and always find peace, love and joy within your family.
Aunt Stephanie - I share your excitement. I have a new godson (Daniel) born on this past Saturday. He came well on time and is perfect in every way. His blanket is not finished either, but I'm about 10 edging rounds from wrapping him it and have a good cuddle.
Don't you just love babies? I do!
Posted by Diana at February 22, 2012 9:53 PMcongrats! another pisces in the world! all is good!
Posted by nichole at February 23, 2012 2:32 AMCongratulations! There's nothing more wonderful than a baby, it is the greatest gift of all.
Posted by Nell at February 23, 2012 3:51 AMAwwwww. Congratulations to the whole family. He's gorgeous.
Posted by alison at February 23, 2012 5:18 AMCongratulations! What a beautiful little baby! Being an aunt is so special! How lucky your family is that you have your priorities so clear in your thoughts and actions.
Posted by Cat Samalea at February 23, 2012 8:50 AMCongrats - what a beautiful baby!
Posted by Christopher Evans at February 23, 2012 9:23 AMAren't nephews wonderful? My first ever nephew was born a month ago, before his sweater was finished. In my defense, he arrived 3 weeks early, and 3 weeks should have been more than enough time to finish a baby sweater had he arrived on time! :) Luis is cute as a button, congratulations!
Posted by Abby J. at February 23, 2012 9:24 AMHello, little man! What a handsome little guy. Congratulations to the parents, and blessings on this new little miracle!
Posted by Steph B at February 23, 2012 9:42 AMMazel tov to you and yours: he's a beauty.
Posted by regina at February 23, 2012 9:54 AMNew parents need all the help they can get. My husband and I would have been lost without our loving families at our side. He is a beautiful little boy. Maybe he was just impatient to finally meet everyone? :-)
Posted by Katie at February 23, 2012 9:56 AMCongratulations Auntie...what a great surprise for everyone! How sweet he looks..try to remember this moment when he is 15!
Posted by Ali at February 23, 2012 9:56 AMYou know what we need? A photo of you holding Luis, with that mushy "I'm holding a baby" look on your face that you always get. :-)
Hi Luis! Welcome to the world!
Posted by Riin at February 23, 2012 2:09 PMWhat a beautiful little boy! Congratulations to the proud parents.
As for you - back to work on that blanket. :lol
Posted by kazbels at February 23, 2012 3:32 PMCongratulations to your and yours. He is such a handsome boy and is lucky to be loved by a knitter like you!
Posted by pragmatikat at February 23, 2012 5:05 PMHe's truly gorgeous, Steph, and I bet his blanket will soon be finished.
Posted by Perpetua at February 23, 2012 5:57 PMHappy Birthday, little guy! You were born on Mardi Gras Day and you have the same birthday as my 84-year-old mother.
Posted by Dez Crawford at February 24, 2012 3:15 AMHi Stephanie!
Congratulations on your cute new nephew!
I loved you in the Graham Norton Show, you are a strong woman.
Love from Holland,
Thilly Bennewitz
Posted by thilly at February 24, 2012 12:21 PMCongratulations, you all have my best wishes!
Posted by MelissaG at February 24, 2012 5:32 PMLuis is just lovely. It makes me happy to look at that photo, so I can only imagine how far over the moon his family must be to see him in person.
Posted by Gail at February 24, 2012 6:42 PMoh so beautiful! congrats and enjoy your family time.
Posted by chelle at February 25, 2012 8:47 AMWow what a handsom little man you have for a nephew! Good luck finishing the blankie.
Posted by Cleo at February 25, 2012 4:21 PMAmazing. Having just brought another little one into the world not too long ago I very actively appreciate your absence since it means you are helping someone who certainly needs it.
Posted by Danoface at February 26, 2012 12:58 PMJust beautiful... Welcome to the world!
Posted by Ann Marie at February 26, 2012 3:50 PMHave you been hacked? Seeing lots of noise in some of the comments. :(
Posted by refhead at February 27, 2012 9:36 AMHi, I realize I'm way late commenting on Luis's birth, but here I am, better late than never. He is gorgeous. I assume that you are helping him and his mother become a great breastfeeding team. I hope that is going well. I was reading through the comments, and you have some really weird ones. Have you been spammed? Best wishes to Luis, and may he soon be wrapped in that cozy blanket.
Posted by marjorie at February 27, 2012 8:54 PMWhat a sweet little face! Luis is my DH's name, a mighty fine one, I think. Congratulations!
Posted by Sally O at February 28, 2012 9:19 AMWhat a beautiful little guy, congrats to the whole family!!
Posted by Kathygleason at February 28, 2012 3:01 PMCongrats! What the heck is going on in your comments? Wierd people go away, this is a private knitters paradise....leave us alone!!!!
Posted by sweetpeajenny at February 28, 2012 3:07 PMCongratulations to you becoming an aunt! He is beautiful! I love reading your posts on births, family, babies... I read your posts of you knitting baby blankets before, but did not quite get the deep love behind it until I had my own son and my/his own blanket, knitted and given as a gift by my friend. My son was also born earlier than the "normal time" for newborns. I also got a handknit baby blanket as gift from one of my colleagues. I have been suffering depression since birth and was hospitalized because of it. I can tell you whole heartedly: The blanket I got means the whole world to me. It gives me strength every time I have the thought of giving up fighting this monster. Because the blanket is made of love, care, patience, believe, and much more I can put into words. Every sticth of it empowers me! In some way it is saving my life. It is the best gift I have been given. And I truely believe it is the best gift I can give. So, I have knitted a baby blanket for my colleague. Her baby will due in March.
Posted by Lucia at February 29, 2012 2:41 PM