Welcome to our little Cannon Gregory Allen!

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Julie gave birth to little Cannon Gregory Allen last Friday afternoon, August 8th, 2008 (08/08/08!). He is a beautiful and sweet little boy with a head full of dark hair! He weighed 6 lbs 11 oz. and was 20 inches long. It is amazing how quickly we fall in love with each new grandchild and he is no exception!

Greg and I left right after work to head to Logan. It is always a relief to see mother and baby doing well. Though there were a few tense moments, our little guy seems to be healthy and Julie looked radiant and beautiful. After a little visit, we headed to Julie and Stanton's where I stayed for the next three days to tend Chloe, Lily and Brigham while Julie was in the hospital and to be there to help after they came home on Sunday morning. The kids are so excited about their new little brother! I have never seen Chloe smile so big! She could hardly wait to get up to the hospital on Saturday when she could actually get to hold "baby Cannon". You can see the look of adoration on her face in these pictures! All three kids want to kiss him continually--even Brigham who seems to get what is going on and has no problem with it! We hope it lasts. Julie and Stanton, it was so fun to spend time with your wonderful little family. We know you have your hands full but you are up to the task.

Greg took Monday off and arrived in Logan in good time. We had a great day together. Lily, Brigham and Cannon really enjoyed hanging out with Grandpa and watching the Olympics and Chloe enjoyed showing him her puzzle prowess. Thanks, Stanton, for letting your mother-in-law live with you for a few days. I told Greg how much I appreciated your medical training and your calm demeanor when Cannon was having a little problem Sunday night. You were amazing!