The Lawreys are pleased to announce the arrival of

 

Keiran John Lawrey

 

born on 18 December 2004 (due date) at 8.55am

weighing 8lb 8oz

Our little bundle arrived safely after a delightful 5-hour labour. Before and after was not so good. I was admitted to hospital for induction as my blood pressure was a bit high, then I developed a migraine that resulted in me throwing up everything all day. When that was over I asked to be induced and he was born with gas and air for help (that's great stuff by the way, highly recommended!) and no complications to speak of. Big head though, with consequences. Those of you with babies will know what I mean...

 

This is my favourite photo so far.

 

Here are some more photos....

 

 It's still hard to believe I'm a mother of two! Catherine is a lovely big sister. She was initially a bit upset, especially as I had to spend so much time in hospital (nearly a week all together) and I think she expected a baby she could play with straight away. She's settled more now and loves to help out. We just need to teach her how to change nappies...

 

Our house move went well. A couple of guys from church helped out with shifting stuff and I just told people where everything went. We had a housewarming party and invited just about everyone we knew. Lots of people came and we had a great time. Central heating aside, the house is well and truly warmed! I should take a photo eventually to show you all where we live. It's a great house. When I saw the central heating and the dishwasher I knew the house was mine!

 

Peter has booked time off work and we are planning to go to Australia at the end of March. No firm dates yet and we can't book anything until Keiran gets his passport, but we'll let you know.

 

Catherine-isms

In the hospital, after Keiran was born, Mum, Peter and I were talking about something being difficult and Catherine came out with "It's tough being in love"!!

 

 

 

Catherine: Water's not good for you.

Mummy: Yes it is!

Catherine: No it's not. You can drown in it!

 

Travel Photos

We've been to Edinburgh, Liverpool, Manchester, Sheffield, Holmes Chapel and Chesterfield. We've even been to a medieval festival! Our big trip was to Turkey at Easter time - really fabulous place if you ignore the carpet sellers! People were really friendly, it's so safe and great to travel there with a child. I would really recommend it!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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