Jess and his family at home...


It's been quite a couple of days! And baby Jess came home just 25 hours after his birth. Suz is also doing great and is happy to be back home with the other two youngins. He's just cute as a peach and is already holding up his head for several moments at a time. We got out Ian's baby album tonight and it's remarkable how much Jess looks like Ian in those photos. Note in the photo to the right that Ian and Evelynn are wearing "big brother" and big sister" t-shirts we ordered for them.


If you've been reading Jason and Suzannah's blog www.jasuz.com you know the doctor told them today that Jess probably has congenital cataracts like what both Jason and Evelynn have. He has an appointment on Thursday with the same pediatric opthamologist that Evelynn sees to determine the best course of action (surgery for sure but when is the issue). While it was disappointing news, they have much experience dealing with cataracts and Jess will get the best care possible. He's surrounded by a wonderful, loving family (Ian and Evelynn adore him too!) and is being lifted up in prayer by many friends.


I held Jess tonight and sang to him for quite a while and when I would stop he would get fussy again. Another music lover in the family!


Ah, grandmothering!

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Anonymous said…
Leanne, I just found your blog through April and Brett's family blog. This is great and congrat on the new grandbaby! Isn't grandparenting fun!?!
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June 9, 2007 at 6:53 AM
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