The Newest Little Gimbel

Edward and Meridth are the proud parents of Edward Felix Gimbel, who was born last night, January 12, 2011 at around 10:30 at night. He weighed 8 pounds and 5 ounces. He was 20 inches long. Meridth had been in pain for a good part of the afternoon and evening, and delivered about a half hour after arriving at the hospital (same story as Betsey; no time for medication!)

Mother and son are resting comfortable in the hospital while wonderful Aunt Adrienne is having a party with Uschi! I hope these details are all correct, but will defer to new posts from the proud parents!

"The happiest days are when babies come." Melanie Wilkes from Gone With the Wind

Remembering 26 Years Ago

As I was getting ready for church this morning, I couldn't stop thinking about Karl, and his impending birthday. I was remembering what a good baby he was, and how I knew he would be the last new little gimbel to be born, so I especially wanted to treasure the experience!

I am so grateful that he got to come to our family, and what joy he has added to our lives.

Karl, we hope you have a wonderful day. You will be in our thoughts all day long!

Love you! Mom and Dad

Shoes!

My friend Steve sent me this picture from a few years back. Good for a chuckle... why do I have so many shoes?

Karl's 26th birthday party

You're all invited to my birthday party here at the House of Air... wouldn't that be fun!

Back to Work...

Today officially marks the end of the holidays here at the Kooman house. Here's one of our holiday accomplishments.

Can't wait until Christmas 2011 when I'll be able to show-off my mad puzzling skills. Much love to you all and HAPPY NEW YEAR!

New Calendar?

As we all know, the calendar company that mom and dad used for many years, went out of a business a few years back. I saw this calendar and thought it might be a good replacement for the old system. At 3 feet by 4 feet, it is definitely big enough.