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It finally happened. I am a father.

         

paladin

10:58 pm on Dec 7, 2005 (gmt 0)

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On December 1st at 7:41 AM Maya made her way into this world at 8 pounds 7 ounces.

Lots of coffee and smiles. The only problem I have is that she does not come with an instruction manual or ctrl-z button ;o)

LisaWeber

11:01 pm on Dec 7, 2005 (gmt 0)

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congratulations :) What a wonderful gift. You are in for the ride of your life.

ken_b

11:12 pm on Dec 7, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Congratlations!

Vishal

11:16 pm on Dec 7, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Hello Paladin,

Congratulations,

Wow.. must be an awesome feeling to be soo excited and still little scared/worried.

Again congratulations & Best of wishes.

Vishal

martinibuster

11:21 pm on Dec 7, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Congratulations!

2oddSox

11:37 pm on Dec 7, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Congratulations Paladin. In no time at all it won't be the Ctrl-Z key you're looking for, but the Ctrl-C. The Esc key also comes in handy sometimes...

jatar_k

11:38 pm on Dec 7, 2005 (gmt 0)

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congrats paladin

she will amaze you daily

Maya, love that name, it was on my list for my daughter Ayla who is now 1 1/2

Iguana

11:54 pm on Dec 7, 2005 (gmt 0)

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No instruction manual required - just admire, love and hug (lots). That should do until the teenage years.

Congratulations

mack

11:57 pm on Dec 7, 2005 (gmt 0)

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congratulations paladin :)

Mack.

buckworks

12:57 am on Dec 8, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Congratulations and good wishes!

BeeDeeDubbleU

7:38 am on Dec 8, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Congratulations Paladin! Your life will change :)

Jane_Doe

7:55 am on Dec 8, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Congratulations! Maya is a beautiful name.

Your life will change :)

Having kids does change your life - for the better. And I can still say that despite having one that is a teenager!

paladin

1:38 pm on Dec 8, 2005 (gmt 0)

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And I can still say that despite having one that is a teenager

That is encouraging. One of our "biggest fears" is that she will be just like us when she gets into her teens.

tomda

1:50 pm on Dec 8, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Congratulations Paladin! The most difficult is done.
From a father to be (June 2006)

peewhy

2:39 pm on Dec 8, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Congratulations ... the first Christmas is not as good as the second, that's truly magical!

motorhaven

6:31 pm on Dec 9, 2005 (gmt 0)

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paladin,
Congrats! Children make life more rewarding (and challenging)!

My second son, Brian, was born two days ago! 9lbs 1oz! Its a great Christmas gift!

-Ken

engine

6:34 pm on Dec 9, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Congratulations, and to you, too, motorhaven

kevinpate

7:03 pm on Dec 9, 2005 (gmt 0)

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> just like us when she gets into her teens.

Nah, kiddos rarely grow up that limited :)
Congrats & kudos and all that!

Neo541

7:18 pm on Dec 9, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Congratulations!

We had our son new years eve last year...Scared out of my mind, but it's been the best experience...Truly life changing.

freeflight2

9:15 pm on Dec 9, 2005 (gmt 0)

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congrats... I have 2 of those ;)

or ctrl-z button

they have this instead:

signal(SIGSTP, sighandler);
void sighandler(int signum) { cry_even_louder(); }

;)

rfontaine

9:29 pm on Dec 9, 2005 (gmt 0)

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It is the end of the world as you know it.

emodo

10:41 pm on Dec 9, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Don't be so sure about the instruction manual:

Through step-by-step instructions and helpful schematic diagrams, The Baby Owner’s Manual explores the common concerns of every first-time parent: What’s the best way to swaddle a baby? How can I make my newborn sleep through the night? When should I bring the baby to a doctor for servicing? Whatever your question, you’ll find the answer here—courtesy of celebrated pediatrician Dr. Louis Borgenicht and his son, Joe Borgenicht. Together, they provide plenty of useful advice for anyone who wants to learn the basics of childcare.

[amazon.com...]

sdani

9:23 pm on Dec 10, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Congratulations to both of you.

aussieincanada

8:56 pm on Dec 11, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Congratualtions . Wishing mother and baby are both well.
Here....Have a cigar on me!

DamonHD

5:48 pm on Dec 13, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Hi,

My partner's waters have broken, so I will quite likely be a daddy within 24 hours too!

Eeek!

Rgds

Damon

Neo541

6:54 pm on Dec 13, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Hey congratulations Damon!

Just a suggestion though. If her water broke, maybe log off WebmasterWorld, and drive her to the hospital? Just a thought...!

Good luck!

DamonHD

7:00 pm on Dec 13, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Hi,

Don't worry! We went to the hospital and are back home until things develop further! At this rate we'll be back tonight...

Rgds

Damon

amythepoet

11:18 pm on Dec 13, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Best wishes to you all for a long, happy, healthy life together!

J_Mac

4:49 am on Dec 14, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Congratualtions Paladin! Being the father of 2 girls (8 & 3yrs old) and another on the way (june-don't know the sex) I must admit they are the greatest joys of my life.

As for a manual, you don't need one... Just spend as much time with them as you possibly can. It will all come naturally.

Good luck!

grandpa

5:05 am on Dec 14, 2005 (gmt 0)

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Well, better late than never, Congratulations paladin, and to Mom!

I just spoke with my baby on Sunday.. the first time in a quite a while. She has just returned from a trip to India where she visited some of the spiritual places associated with her upbringing. Its a wonderful feeling to know that a child has not only embraced the values she was given but has gone on to be more than a parent could ever hope for. She's 22 now, and I hope one day yours brings the same warm feelings to your heart. Oh, and there's little to compare with talking to a 3 year old grandson. Forget all the books and shortcut keys, just do the best you can every day.

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