Wednesday, July 16, 2008

new addition





Here are some photos of the new addition. We love him so much already, Sydnie and Wesley were smiling ear to ear. We did a middle name change right at the last minute so his new name is Landon Joseph Banks. We are home now and don't have the luxury of nurses waiting on Shannon hand and foot, I guess that's my job until the moms get here. Everyone is healthy and happy. Landon weighed 6 lbs. 8 oz. and was 18.5 inches long. Landon was 3.5 weeks early and technically considered a premie (by 4 days); Shannon has consistently had the kids early for one reason or another. I think her body gets to a point and says 'I can't take it anymore'.

Thanks everyone for your support. I know my meager explanation probably falling short of Shannon's version so she can correct me with anything else you may want to know. A few people have said they will be in Spokane, just let us know when.

Aaron

18 comments:

Megan said...

He looks like Wes!! Sooo cute! I wish I had little babies. You did great, Shan!

MegThur said...

Wow, home already! He's adorable, of course! Makes me want one! Oh, and cute name too! Aaron- how did your test go? I was really feelin for ya after I talked to Shoon yesterday!

stevet said...

SOOOOO CUTE! congrats! we love the one in his carseat!

Unknown said...

Did you know that Joseph Banks is a world famous Botanist and Explorer? I always bug shannon J. that she should find out if the Banks line is connected to Joseph Banks.

Megan said...

Congrats!! Wish you were on the West Side so we could come visit. He's beautiful. They grow so fast. Love you guys!

Ryan and Megan Holmstrom said...

LANDO!

Megan said...

Shan and Aaron,

CONGRATULATIONS! I am so excited for you. I love seeing your family grow. You all look so happy.

Love you guys,
Megan Langford

Carrie said...

SO CUTE! You just make great lookin kids. I am SO lucky to be related to that little hunk of cuteness!

shannon j said...

Sooo cute!! I can't wait to meet him!

Oh and Dave, we are not related to him, I asked my mom.

Joe and Julie said...

Great pictures. Can't wait to see him in person. Glad you all are doing well.

Shaila Lou said...

My goodness I check your blog and didn't realize it was already baby time. I guess that's because you went so early! How exciting!!!! He is adorable. I'm very happy for you guys and hope you are feeling well and doing good.

Also Landon is my younger brothers name, I call him Lando all the time. Great, great name!!

Joe and Julie said...

Can't wait to see the bundle of cuteness in person. He's a doll! We'll be there Wed night instead of Thursday night. See you soon. Hi Sydnie and Wesley.
Grama

Luke and Mel said...

He is a beautiful baby! So glad that everything went well.
-Melissa P.

Stimpsons said...

Welcome to bouncing baby Landon. He is a keeper, cute little thing!!!! Shan, hope your recovery is speedy!! love you guys
love,Suzie

Bowles said...

Congratulations!!! I guess you beat me after all. Landon is a cute little guy! I hope it was an easy delivery and you are healing well. Aaron take good care of your wife until back-up comes.
Enjoy your new little one!!

Harper Family said...

Congratulations on your beautiful new boy!!

Kunz Clan said...

So super cute. I love the name Landon. Glad he is here safe and sound and that Shannon is doing well also.
Congrats!

The Hammond Holler! said...

Shannon that is not fair! I was suppose to go before you!!!! Tell me your secret PLEASE! He looks so adorable. How did everything go. I want to know details....
CONGRATULATIONS MAN (Scotland say's)

TRACI