More on the Name

Siobhan:

Prounounced - Shaw-Von

Origin - Gaelic

Meaning - (see below) and God is Gracious

Siobhan Maire Berenice Patterson

Well, it was a long road, but we did come up with a name for our little girl.

Siobhan Maire Berenice Patterson

The name is pretty, but it also means a lot:

Siobhan is the female/Gaelic form of John. John is Siobhan's maternal grandfather's name. John passed away in December and we speak of him dearly and often. A day with John was a better day for everyone. He was a teacher on many fronts, generous, a good story teller and an avid golfer. John was quick with a smile and even quicker with a kind word and while Siobhan just barely missed meeting John in person, we will translate life experiences to her so she can invetibly enrich the world with the kindness and goodness that Grandpa John has.

Maire is the Gaelic version of Mary. It is a nice sounding name, is more Gaelic and it is a middle name Siobhan will share with her Momma, Aunty Peg and cousin Kiernan.

Berenice is the name of Siobhan's great-grandmother Berenice Patterson. Berenice left us far too early, but in her time she lived through the depression, raised a family with a husband in the merchant marine and also dealt with a younger, more rebellious version of Siobhan's grandpa Pat! In addition, Berenice had a dry sense of humour, and a warm, generous heart. All were welcome at her house, in her heart and in her mind. If Linus and Siobhan can adopt her generosity we will be very proud.

Yea Trivia

March 16th will forever be a huge day in our house. For the rest of the world, it is already famous for:

- In 1995 the forward looking state of Mississippi ratified the 13th amendment. Only 130 years late!
- In 1952, 73 inches of rain fell on Reunion - at least you don't have to shovel it.
- In 1815, Prince Willem takes the throne of Holland, leading to almost two hundred years of bright orange soccer jerseys.
- In 1621, Samoset visited the pilgrims at Plymouth Colony. He said "Welcome Englishmen, my name is Samoset". He maybe should have gone with "Get out of here" but that is another post for another day.
- In 597BC the Babylonians captured Jerusalem, thus settling the question of who owns Jerusalem for all time.

Finally....Pictures

It took two days, but finally there are pictures available (not stuck on the camera at the hospital) and are posted.
Unlike pictures, a name has not arrived yet. If you remember last time, we are actually a little ahead of schedule on the naming project as of right now!
Here are the pics:

Welcome Aboard

Linus has himself a baby sister! She was born today at 5:36pm, 7 pounds 6 ounces. We don't yet have names and any pictures are on the camera that is still at the hospital.

Linus and dad have come home to let Rocket out and to meet up with Grandma Sheila who will be joining us tonight.

It was a long, but incredible day. Thanks to all for your good wishes and good thoughts over the pregnancy.

A big thank you to Shannon who baby sat on short notice for us. You are great!

Update

Linus takes the back path to play. Rocket has created a nice trailway through the yard for us...
Not that we use the paths. Linus tends to turn around before too long in search for a warm play space.

Linus shows off the prints on his hands. Each print symbolizes a successful trip to the potty. What makes today extra special?

It was accident-free!

To celebrate-Linus got to pick dinner, which is Life cereal and a cup of milk:) Cheers.

Other cute tidbits? Linus grabbed the W and the M magnets off the fridge...making them both W's and cheering for Bucky.

The Record Breaker of 2008?

Davie keeps a smile as he keeps the coast clear for a possible quick getaway to l'hopital. Not that you can tell here...but he is midway through the driveway.