Thursday, March 2, 2017

Better Than Any Oscar!

They were throwing out a lot of big prizes at the Oscars, but we landed the biggest of them all!


Carson Edward Oberle was born in the wee hours of February 27 after a lot of nervous waiting and clock watching.


He's Rick's first grandchild so to see three generations of Oberle men with one so wee (and looking even tinier in his dad's arms) was truly a joy.


Although by baby standards, not all that small! He weighed in at a comfy eight pounds, thirteen ounces.


Look at those cute baby toes! They're so long and skinny!


It was about 3:30 or so when we got to meet him and there was no shortage of those wanting to hold the little guy. I was very happy and a little freaked out. I didn't want to drop him but he was a lot less squirmy than Lizzie. It appears that Carson actually likes to be held.


I said I wouldn't put any pix of Molly on the blog right after although to be honest, she looked more lovely to me than I could ever imagine a mom being after going through all that. But look for one in the next post or two when we visit when she's home!


As you might expect, we are over the moon with happiness and gratitude! Thanks, all, for your kind wishes and encouragement during the waiting game!

Incidentally, in the trivia department, Golden Boy Oscar is said to have come by his name through Academy librarian and eventual executive director Margaret Herrick, who thought the statue resembled her Uncle Oscar. In 1934. Glad they didn't name him Oscar...

51 comments:

Deb said...

He's precious, Jeanie. And such a wonderful size for snuggling. Everyone looks so proud. :)Congratulations to the family.

Ann said...

8 lb is a good size one to me. And ADORABLE for sure.
Ann

Mae Travels said...

Wow! Congratulations to all.

best... mae at maefood.blogspot.com

Lisa from Lisa's Yarns said...

I've been waiting for this post! Congratulations! He is just so beautiful! he looks tiny but 8 lbs is a good sized baby! I hope they are recovering well at home now. How cool to see 3 generations of men together! Enjoy all the baby snuggles. There are few things more soothing for me than holding a baby (as long as they aren't screaming/crying!!). They are just so warm and snuggly and they make my pulse slow down. A new, healthy baby is a miracle. I'll never take that for granted after sadly having friends struggle to conceive or lose babies. (sorry to bring this to a sad place - but those events have given me perspective and remind me of the miracle of a healthy baby!). Soak it all in because before you know it, he'll be reading to you!! (that's how I feel about my nephews, two of which are reading at our wedding!).

Daniela said...

My heart is filled to overflowing, dearest Jeanie, the miracle of Life, once more amazes and moves me !
Congrats to you all, the baby is simply wonderful and looks so blessed and peaceful ... such a lovely creature !!!

Wishing you most wonderful days to come

XOXO Dany

Jacqueline~Cabin and Cottage said...

Such a happy day! Congratulations! Quite a little dumpling!

Unknown said...

May he bring you happiness and laughter!
Congrats to you all!

Joanne Huffman said...

Nothing better than being a grandparent! He's adorable.

anno said...

What wonderful news! And what a beautiful boy! The love and joy in these pictures is practically tactile... wishing all of you the happiest of adventures... xoxox anno

Mary Rose's said...

Oh! He is so beautiful.
And the looks on everybody's faces, especially yours GrandJeanie.

Thanks for sharing this with us.
It means a lot, maybe even MORE SO at this particular time.

Love and hugs to all-
Maryanne in SC

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

You definitely won the prize...and got the greatest blessing! What a precious little bundle of joy! I know you're still smiling from ear to ear! Love the photos of all of you. Give the Mom a hug for all of us! What pure happiness. Hugs Diane

Preppy Empty Nester said...

Congrats to you and your family, dear Jeanie. What a gorgeous baby. Have a wonderful weekend.

Jenny Woolf said...

He's wonderful! And congratulations all round! Thank you so much for posting the pictures, I have been wondering what he looks like, and now I know!

O-town Ramblings said...

What happy news! Congratulations to all of you. The pictures are precious and it's easy to tell you are all over the moon about the new addition to your family. Enjoy every precious moment.

Marilyn Miller said...

Welcome to the new little one. How exciting for you all. Lovely to see this cuties in the arms of those that already love him.

Linda @ A La Carte said...

I just got home from babysitting my little Grandgirl and was thrilled to see pictures of this precious boy on your blog! I love new babies! Those toes!!! Oh enjoy him and I'm so happy for all of you. Oh and yes, glad they didn't name him Oscar. Carson is a great name! Hugs!

Kathleen Grace said...

Congratulations! What a beautiful baby! You look like you're having a fine time cuddling him. I hope they live near by so you get to see him a lot :)

Angelsdoor * Penny said...

Dear Jeanie,
Carson is just adorable! Congratulations to everyone. This is a true blessing. I know he will bring a life time of love and joy.
Love,
Penny

Jean | DelightfulRepast.com said...

What a darling baby! I'm so glad the waiting is over. Congratulations to all the grandparents, Jeanie! Well, the parents, too, I suppose!

Barb said...

New baby pics always bring tears to my eyes. Carson is very photogenic already. Love the yawn in the group pic! (Bored with picture-taking already?) What a cuddly armful! Congratulations to all!

Red Rose Alley said...

What a precious little one, Jeanie. Welcome to the world, Carson. And congratulations Grandma. : )

~Sheri

My name is Erika. said...

Congrats Grandma! How exciting and what a cute little guy. It was worth the wait I bet now that Carson is here. :) Hugs-Erika

Bleubeard and Elizabeth said...

How wonderful. Congratulations to the new parents and so good the wait is finally over. I am so happy for you (and Rick, of course).

Kitty said...

Thanks for the pictures Jeanie. It helps me pretend I am there. Love to all,
Kitty

Joyful said...

Aw, how sweet is he? All the family will have a lot of love and hugs for him for years to come I'm sure ;-)

Valerie-Jael said...

Congrats, your little Sweetie is gorgeous! May he blessed with health and love all his life. Hugs, Valerie

Lynne said...

Yay for the little one, 8ib 13oz isn't really "little" . . .
A "wee one" with some healthy pounds for a good start . . .
Loved your post and pics . . .
Isn't that first pic of a "wee yawn" just the most fun ever!
Congratulations . . . to mom, dad and baby Carson makes three . . .
Happy grandfathering and grand mothering too . . .

Tracy said...

oooohhhh... he's here!! And isn't he lovely!! Lookie those tiiiny fingers...but those long toes!! :) Just loving all these very sweet family photos. Thanks for sharing so much, Jeanie. So glad all went well and that Carson's here! That's such a great name! So happy for you all... Blessings to you all during this very happy time! ((LOVE & HUGS))

Stacey said...

He's precious, Jeanie. ;)

What a blessing!

coffeeontheporchwithme said...

I love seeing those first time dad pictures - so full of awkwardness, pride, and a little tiny bit of terror. Congratulations to everyone and I hope the mama is doing well after her long wait! -Jenn

Rita C at Panoply said...

Oh Jeanie, he's a picture of perfection! What an angel, what a gift. Congratulations to the family!
Rita

our life in france said...

We have been waiting eagerly for this post, many congratulations to the new Mum and Dad and also the new Grandma and Grandpa, I can see he will keep you all very ocupied, well done to all and so glad he arrived safelylk x

La Table De Nana said...

Congratulations..you are lucky!
I miss thise days..they flew by!
Such a great great love we have for our Littles..I could never have imagined the depth..we never stop thinking about them♥
Have a ball w/ this new..perfect little person.All they want or need is to be loved..and it's easy:)

Eilis said...

Wonderful! Love these happy photos. You have a gorgeous family. Enjoy every moment with that new little one.

The French Hutch said...

Oh Jeanie, worth the wait! He's beautiful and you can see how happy and the relief on everyone's faces. Enjoy every moment, time passes so fast as they grow! My hubs was named for his dad, Oscar. I've grown fond of the name over the years..........I understand.

I need orange said...

Glad to know all is well. Congratulations, all. :-)

Tammie Lee said...

Yay, welcome to the new little one!
Wishing your entire family a life time of blessings and joy together.
So happy for you all!

Victoria Zigler said...

Congratulations on the new addition to the family!

Sally Wessely said...

I was so touched by the photo of Rick holding the baby. He is a natural at it. I'm so very happy for you all. The baby is absolutely precious! What fun. Enjoy. He will probably be wiggly soon enough. Hugs.

Anonymous said...

Oh my, what joy on all your faces. Welcome, Carson! Almost a leap year baby. ;)
Many blessings to all, Jeanie.
xo

Tina Fariss Barbour said...

Oh, my goodness, he is precious! I love the picture of all 3 adults with the baby. You all have big smiles, and Carson is yawning like he's had enough. :-) Blessings to you all.

shoreacres said...

Sheer perfection, Jeanie! Look at those smiles, and those long fingers. Every single baby is a precious sign of hope, not to mention a blessing to the ones who receive him or her. Just think -- you're now among the hordes of grandparents who can impose hundreds of photos on us. We'll love every one!

Anonymous said...

Oh my goodness!! Congratulations on the birth of this beautiful baby boy! Blessings to you and family <3

Castles Crowns and Cottages said...

OH JEANIE!!!!!!!! I've got a lump in my throat (and it ain't from this nasty cold that is still hanging on!) but from the JOY that is emanating from the screen! What a precious little bundle of cuteness! Bravo everyone!

Optimistic Existentialist said...

Welcome to the world, Carson Edward Oberle :)

Roses, Lace and Brocante said...

Congratulations to you all! There's nothing nicer than a new baby!
New life is such a precious gift. A big welcome to little Carson!
I still remember that feeling when I met each of my three granddaughters for the first time - I can feel the goosebumps now!
You and Rick have so much to look forward to - life won't be the same again!
I'm sure you're thinking of books you want to get for him Jeanie!!!!!
Enjoy the moment - I can feel your excitement - wonderful photos!!!!
Love
Shane 👶🏻💕

Mary@mydogsmygardenandmary said...

CONGRATULATIONS on your new baby grandson - he is darling and I know that you and hubby are over the Moon. So glad that everything worked out fine.

Thanks for sending his beautiful picture. Again congratulations grandma.

Hugs,
Mary

Jennifer Richardson said...

Such huge sweetness:)
Happy for you all! So very!
-Jennifer

Kirsten Steen said...

Congratulations! Whoo hoo!!

~*~Patty S said...

Trying to catch up with you here Jeanie and I am reading backwards.
This post brings tears to my eyes...
tears of joy and happiness for all the family on the arrival of such a beautiful and healthy baby boy.
God Bless ♥♥♥

Danielle L Zecher said...

Congratulations! He's so cute!

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