Wednesday, Jun 4, 2008

7 lbs. 7 ounces.
On Tuesday Jack visited his doctor and weighed in an at 7lbs. 7ounces, needless to say Mom and Dad were thrilled at Jack's continued progress. The doctor added that Jack's weight gain is a very positive sign of his continued good health.

Jack had a busy weekend as you can see by the pictures. On Saturday Jack had several visitors stop by and see him. The Mehaleks(Mike and Lorrie), Kelly's(Brian and Mo), stopped by after another Cubs victory to see Jack and try and persuade him to jump on the bandwagon. The Kavalauskas' (Alex, Annie and Al), the Doody's (Riley, Connie and Larry), and Aunt Lace stopped in for a cocktail and visit with Jack. It was great to have everyone stop in and visit with Jack, he really enjoys meeting all his new friends.

On Sunday Jack was christened at Misericordia by Father Jack Clair. It was a very special day for Jack and his family. Father Jack celebrated Sunday mass and included Jack's christening during the service. Aunt Nora and cousin Ryan did a wonderful job as Jack's Godparents. We enjoyed a delicious brunch at "MIS" after the service and everyone visited the wonderful gift shop and bakery. A very special thanks to Sister Rosemary, Father Jack, and all at Miseicordia for making Jack's baptismal day so special.

Please don't forget that Misericodia's Family Fest is September 7, 2008. If you have never attended Family Fest at "MIS" you are truly missing out on a very special day to help very special people. Give it a try we know you will enjoy it.

On Monday Jack was on the road again and visited the fourth grade class at St. Francs Xavier school in Wilmette, the same school as Moms siblings attended. Jack was on hand to thank the class for praying for him while in the hospital. During Jack's stay in the hospital the students wrote Jack "Get Well" letters. The letters were very sweet and Mom read all of them to Jack in the hospital. Special thanks to Courtney Gaines, friend of Aunt Nora's, who is the wonderful teacher of these children at St. Frances . During the visit Mom and Grandma Houlihan were on hand to answer all the children's questions about Jack. Thanks to Courtney and St. Xavier for taking the time to remember Jack in their thoughts and prayers.

As you have read Jack is doing well, we continue to see him accomplish new things every day, he's awake more around his feedings and his expressions are priceless. As you can imagine we're enjoying this very special time with Jack, don't forget if your in the neighborhood give us a call and stop by. Jack is also available for birthday parties and bar mitzvahas, just kidding Grandma.
See you soon, and by the way, two first place baseball teams, Jack is excited for a possible subway series.
Go Wings
JMJ