YAAAAAAAAAAYYY!!!!!!! I'm so glad he's here!!!!! He's beautiful, Kristen! And his daddy sure looks proud! Can't wait to hear more! Rest is a new mommy's prerogative, as well as the word "no"! Don't be afraid to set some boundaries. It'll really help!

Love ya!
Kim | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 8:14 am | #

I've been waiting for your announcement! I am soooo EXCITED and HAPPY for you all! He's beautiful!
jettybetty | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 8:17 am | #

Woo-hoo! I know how long you've waited for this....Enjoy motherhood!
Eva | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 8:23 am | #

Congratulations!

He's beautiful. Hold and snuggle with your son as much as possible. We can wait for an update!
Spunky | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 10:51 am | #

Congratulations!

I am rejoicing with you and your family.
Dawn C | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 12:24 pm | #

Yay! He looks so sweet and cute. And you look like a serene mother from some classical painting, pretty mommy! Congrats to all of you! Enjoy the little one.
Miss O'Hara | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 2:31 pm | #

Oh Kristin, congrats. You do look like you stepped right out of a painting! And daddy indeed looks as proud as can be. I'm so happy for you and I'm over-joyed that all went well and you and baby Noah are happy and healthy. May God bless your new family. Always. Much love.
jenn | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 2:59 pm | #

Congratulations!!! I'm so happy for all of you!!! Noah IS absolutely precious:o)
Erin | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 3:05 pm | #

GORGEOUS! You must be in love.

He is a miracle, Kristen. You know that, right?



Prayers are still comin'!
Holly | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 3:27 pm | #

Yea!!!!! Congratulations, Kristen and Ryan, and welcome to the world, little Noah.
He is sooo cute! I am so happy for all of you.
Anonymous | 01.28.07 - 4:27 pm | #

Congratulations Kristen...

Your son is absolutely beautiful.

Rand
Rand | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 4:51 pm | #

Congrats! He is beautiful!
Keer | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 5:58 pm | #

He's beautiful!
Kristie | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 7:10 pm | #

Congratulations! He is beautiful! Every birth is so special and I'm looking forward to hearing your story...
Sallie | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 7:24 pm | #

Congratulations! I look forward to reading your birth story-- (especially since our little one is due to arrive in about a month, of course I like to say I'm worried more about the same thing you were-- what to do when he gets here! But you seem to be handling it all well) you look GREAT in those pics. Beautiful!
Allison | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 7:29 pm | #

Congratulations!
What a beautiful little boy!
Roberta | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 7:38 pm | #

Wow. This is so great. What a precious-heart Noah is. Congratulations, Kristen and Ryan!

And I agree with Spunky; take your time, enjoy your little one, settle in and get your rest. It's just so good to know you're all doing well.

We're proud of you, Kristen!

With Love...
Ruthanne | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 8:26 pm | #

Adorable to the umpteenth level.
Rey | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 9:03 pm | #

CONGRATULATIONS! Wow. I wanted to cry when I saw the pictures and I don't even know you. God is so good.
Kristy | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 9:07 pm | #

Congratulations. He is so cute and you look beautiful. Get your rest. The sanity leaves and never returns, but that's motherhood for you. One of my favorite quotes is "Insanity is hereditary. You get it from your kids."
Leigh Ann | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 9:29 pm | #

Congratulations! Enjoy this special time with your new son
Misty | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 9:54 pm | #

Congratulations!! He couldn't look any cuter and mom and dad couldn't look any prouder! May you and enjoy this time and recover quickly

Blessings,
Emily Gunn | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 10:41 pm | #

What a handsome boy! And he is so blessed, to have Godly parents who are bringing him up in fear and admonition of the Lord.

Blessings abound!
Mary Susan | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 10:44 pm | #

Kim and Ruthanne sent me your way! Congratulations. You son is sooo handsome I love the way you have him snuggled in so close. Enjoy your precious new blessing. Praise the Lord!!
Janet | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 10:45 pm | #

Just wanted to add our congratulations as well! Enjoy your time with him, they change so fast - take lots of pictures and video!
Monica | Homepage | 01.28.07 - 11:01 pm | #

Wonderful! Praise God from whom all blessings flow!
Connie | Homepage | 01.29.07 - 9:16 am | #

Congratulations! He is a beautiful baby, just like his mommy. You looked great in the picture. This is a wonderful and exhausting time. Just know that you WILL get sleep again, even though it may not seem likely right now! Get the rest that your body needs to heal, and don't feel guilty if you need to sleep a lot when Noah is sleeping. What a happy family! I'm so happy for you. Enjoy cuddling Noah.
Mrs. S | Homepage | 01.29.07 - 9:16 am | #

Congratulations Kristen! Babies are so wonderful and he is such a handsome little boy! Do enjoy him and rest when you can.

"But Noah found grace in the eyes of the LORD." ~Genesis 6:8
Shelby | Homepage | 01.29.07 - 9:20 am | #

Congratulations!
Noah is so precious... enjoy every moment with him!
May God continue to bless your little family!
beka | Homepage | 01.29.07 - 9:51 am | #

Congratulations! I am so very happy for all three of you. You are in my prayers.
Elissa | 01.29.07 - 11:11 am | #

I already told you this in email but I just have to say it again: he's so sweet. Congratulations! You are going to be an absolutely awesome mom.

Hold on tight to that sanity; it can be a bit rough in the early days but before you know it everything will be much smoother. I'll be praying for you. (((hugs))).
Rachel | Homepage | 01.29.07 - 11:41 am | #

Oh, he is precious! I'm not one to guess which parent babies look like, but I think he really favors his daddy.

Congratulations!
Meredith | Homepage | 01.29.07 - 2:49 pm | #

Yeah!!!! Noah is so adorable. I am so happy for you!
(((Huge Hug from Germany)))
Jeannine | Homepage | 01.29.07 - 2:52 pm | #

Welcome Baby Noah and Congratulations to a beautiful family! :o)
Jodi | Homepage | 01.29.07 - 2:52 pm | #

congratulations!! he is SOOOO adorable!
Debig | Homepage | 01.29.07 - 3:45 pm | #

Congratulations Kristen!!! So happy to hear that your precious baby is here!
Barbara | Homepage | 01.29.07 - 3:49 pm | #

Congratulations! What a handsome little man. And way to go on 3 hours sleep. That rocks!
stephanie | Homepage | 01.29.07 - 3:52 pm | #

What a beautiful little boy you have!! God is sooo good! Congratulations Kristen! woohooo!!!

Ali
Ali | Homepage | 01.29.07 - 5:28 pm | #

Congrats on such a wonderful blessing! I came over from Like Merchant Ships to see your blessing.

3 hours of sleep right after giving birth does seem like bliss! It's always hard to sleep at the hospital though. I sleep much better when at home and I know baby is safe in bed next to me.

Congrats again. You and baby look beautiful!

Mrs. Garcia
Mrs. Garcia | 01.29.07 - 7:39 pm | #

Kristen, I'm so happy for you...he's absolutely adorable! I'm looking forward to my very first grandchild's arrival around the middle of February.

How well I remember the first few difficult weeks of motherhood. May I point you to the speech I give all new moms? It might encourage you:

http://cindyswanslife.blogspot.c...l-new- moms.html

In the meantime, when you're about to keel over with exhaustion, just keep telling yourself, "This too shall pass." It gets better, I promise!
Cindy Swanson | Homepage | 01.29.07 - 8:30 pm | #

Congrats, Mommy. Rest and enjoy.
rev-ed | Homepage | 01.29.07 - 10:26 pm | #

CONGRATULATIONS! He is a adorable and I'm so glad he is here safely.

love, Valerie
Valerie | Homepage | 01.30.07 - 3:44 am | #

Congratulations, Kristen. What a lovely family you have! Rest and cuddle, Mama. Rest and cuddle.
Thicket Dweller | Homepage | 01.31.07 - 9:54 am | #

Congrats on your beautiful baby! *hugs*
Jenna | Homepage | 02.01.07 - 11:58 am | #

Ohhhh he is GORGEOUS! And smart too - I can just tell! :grin: Congratulations over and over again!
blestwithsons | Homepage | 02.02.07 - 10:46 am | #

What a little precious baby! I am so happy that he is here safe and sound. I know that the first weeks of motherhood are difficult. This is just a brief period of your life. Sleep as much as you can. Prayers for you.
Christine | Homepage | 02.02.07 - 11:58 am | #

AHhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhHHHHHHH!!!!!! You had him!!! Oh Kristen he is GORGEOUS! You all are!!!! This is a day the Lord has made!!!

Congratulations friend!!

*hugs*
Crystal | Homepage | 02.03.07 - 10:47 am | #

Congratulations, Kristen!!!
Kim in ON | Homepage | 02.05.07 - 9:44 pm | #

Noah looks so sweet!
Enjoy his newness.. it'll make the less sleep a little, little better. Sleep on most all his naps.. even if you sleep in 5 sections a day, it totally helps. That's what I did at times.

Hoping you have lots of help.
Congratulations!!
Shannon2-24 | Homepage | 02.06.07 - 6:28 pm | #

Hey! Glad to hear all went well, and congratulations!

May God richly bless your entire (now larger!) family.

Ron
Ron | Homepage | 02.09.07 - 1:37 am | #

He is gorgeous! You both look so peaceful in that photo. With prayers as you all settle down together.
Keziah | Homepage | 02.13.07 - 3:08 pm | #

Praise the Lord!

I have been away from the blog world for a few months lately, as I have been sick with my pregnancy. But I have been thinking about you and wondering if you had your baby!

Praise the Lord he was born healthy and adorable! I am hopeful that we will get to see one picture??!

You are a momma! The greatest calling God ever gave to a woman! Raising a child for His glory is such a blessing.

I totally understand that not sleeping for even three hours thing! It's crazy. It is hard with the first baby but I found that by the second one, the lack of sleep wasn't really that terrible. Now I'm going to have my third in September, and I wonder if it will be even easier!

Congratulations!
Meg
Mrs. Meg Logan | Homepage | 03.15.07 - 11:17 am | #