Popular Post Freddie Posted October 26, 2015 Popular Post Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 As you all may know, my presence here has been ghostly. I haven't built something in about a year, and by now the wood itch is strong. I spent much time working my ass off to buy a ring, and build a savings account to hopefully be in the market for a house soon. On to the big announcement; on october 21st., at 11:55pm, Hunter William was born. He was 7 pounds 12 ounces and 20.5 inches long. Watching him come out to meet us was such a rush, and the whole experience was so incredible I can't really explain it. Our families were there waiting to celebrate with us, it was all around pure bliss. The first night home was hard, we were both new parents with a crying infant on our hands. We powered through it, and by the next night, we knew what to expect, so it went much smoother even though we got less sleep than the previous night. We nicknamed him the angry muffin since he likes to terrorize us in the night. After his initial visit to the pedi today, we decided to supplement him along with breastfeeding to make sure he is healthy, happy and gaining weight. Since then he has seemed much more content after feedings. We are pleased. We also pray for at least 2 hours of sleep tonight. Most importantly, I love this boy so much, and its a love I never experienced before. He is truly my best work yet. 13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..Kev Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Congrats Freddie! He'll be joining you in the shop before you know it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davewyo Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 (edited) Congrats Freddie!Love those croc Crocs. Edited October 26, 2015 by davewyo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coop Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Freddie, you think sleepless nights are rough, wait until he starts eating mushed up green beans and YOU have to change the diapers?. Congrats Dude. Thanks for sharing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janello Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Congrats to you and the Mrs! Good to hear from you again, you'll make a great dad indeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shaneymack Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Congrats Freddie! What a beautiful baby! This is an awesome and tough phase. There is no more important time than in these coming months to remember that your wife is ALWAYS right! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davewyo Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Congrats Freddie! What a beautiful baby! This is an awesome and tough phase. There is no more important time than in these coming months to remember that your wife is ALWAYS right! Truth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhighlander Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Awsome, Freddie! Best wishes for you and Mom and little Hunter! Or is he going by William? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freddie Posted October 26, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Awsome, Freddie! Best wishes for you and Mom and little Hunter! Or is he going by William?He will go by Hunter, William is my middle name that we gave him as well. Thank you guys for your blessings. We are enjoying the ride with him, and hoping it doesn't pass too quickly. I really want to enjoy when he is the tiny little man that he is now for as long as parssible. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobInAustin Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wouldwurker Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Way to go Freddie! Love the 'Escape from Alcatraz' outfit in the second pic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bgreenb Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Congrats Freddie! Hunter and I share a birthday. I'm a few years older though. He's a great looking kid! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodger. Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Buy the ticket, take the ride!My daughter is 4 and started Junior Kindergarten this year - the entire 4 years have flown by, and it has been a blast!The best advice I can offer is to try and slow down and enjoy watching your son grow.All the best to your growing family! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdwerker Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Congrats Freddie ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strasberry Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Congrats to you and the misses! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric. Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Congrats Freddie, that's awesome man. He's a good looking muffin, too...not all smashed like they are sometimes. Tough it out through the first six weeks, it usually gets better after that...then you just have three years of ass wiping to look forward to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhighlander Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Freddie, if you think ONE is tough, remember it could have been a bookmatched pair! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freddie Posted October 26, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Freddie, if you think ONE is tough, remember it could have been a bookmatched pair! I just wanted to make sure I told you guys it was tough because if I didn't, I would be lying to you guys and myself. Everyone told me I would never sleep again and I would laugh and say I know. Well, until he actually got here it was all just news and friendly advice. On the first day I was afraid to pick him up because I didn't want to break him. The little guy is fully dependent on us, and we don't know what the hell we're doing, scary eh? I am lucky to have a super support system with my family and my sister just had a baby last year so all of this is still pretty fresh on her mind. My mom is great with the baby and a wonderful source of answers for my questions. Well, it looks as though I won't be getting back into the shop for at least another few months, so that will give you guys plenty of time to catch up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Llama Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Congrats bud! I know this is in the showcase part of the forum, but do you have any build pics? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freddie Posted October 26, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Congrats bud! I know this is in the showcase part of the forum, but do you have any build pics? I'll ask Heather if I can post the build pics. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Cancelleri Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Congrats Freddie. Enjoy this exciting time to the fullest. Congrats bud! I know this is in the showcase part of the forum, but do you have any build pics? I'm fairly certain there was screwing involved. The finish however took quite a while. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Llama Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Congrats Freddie. Enjoy this exciting time to the fullest. I'm fairly certain there was screwing involved. The finish however took quite a while.Did somebody say Hardwood? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freddie Posted October 26, 2015 Author Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Slightly on topic, here's what Hunter is going to be building with when he grows up. This is a woodworking forum, so here is a little tool gloat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Nice work to you and Mrs FreddieThey don't come with a manual, bu we would not RTFM anyhow! Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Llama Posted October 26, 2015 Report Share Posted October 26, 2015 Freddie, as long as the clients are happy you've done well.Glad to see you back! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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