Saturday, May 18, 2013

introducing oscar . . .


oscar napier
born 16th may 2013
at 6:10am
9lb 10oz ~ 4.365kgs

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after a long wait, our gorgeous boy made a smooth and swift entrance into the world early on thursday morning.
he is divine. my heart feels full. 
oscar took his first breath just before sunrise and that night my grandfather took his last. 
birth and death. the circle of life. 
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58 comments:

  1. VanessaMay 18, 2013 at 2:55 PM

    Oh my goodness Lucy... your words... He's beautiful - congratulations. I'm so sorry to hear about your grandfather.

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  2. Rachael @MogantoshMay 18, 2013 at 2:59 PM

    Rach, congratulations, he is beautiful. Welcome to the world little boy. And vale Oscars great-grandpa. xxx

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  3. JacintaMay 18, 2013 at 3:09 PM

    Congratulations on the birth of your beautiful little boy! And so sorry for the loss of your grandfather.

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  4. ZaraMay 18, 2013 at 3:30 PM

    A sweet little arrival. congratulations lovely lady.
    thinking of you. x

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  5. Tara Lucia ZaiczMay 18, 2013 at 3:54 PM

    Oh beautiful. Welcome Oscar. What an emotional time for you. Similar to your experience my grandfather passed away just before my son was born. It defiantly is the circle of life. Hoping your days are filled with love and baby cuddles. x

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  6. Modern Day MummyingMay 18, 2013 at 4:13 PM

    Oh Rachel! Congratulations on welcoming your little boy into this world. So sorry to hear of your Grandfather's passing. The circle of life is indeed bitter sweet... Enjoy your little Angel :)

    Sophie xo

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  7. UnknownMay 18, 2013 at 4:14 PM

    Such a cuite congrats :*)

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  8. Kate MooreMay 18, 2013 at 4:15 PM

    Aww. Welcome wee one, and congratulations.

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  9. UnknownMay 18, 2013 at 5:05 PM

    I love the intensity of your post. Tears on both accounts. Love and loss, hey? Wishing you well xx

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  10. LilybettMay 18, 2013 at 5:37 PM

    Congratulations. What an incredibly emotional time for you and your family. I hope this new little spirit in the world is guided and blessed by your grandfather.

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  11. dear oliveMay 18, 2013 at 5:54 PM

    Hooray! Such wonderful news, I'm thrilled for you. He looks absolutely gorgeous Rachel. And I'm sorry about your Grandad - I hope he lived a full and happy life. Kellie xx

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  12. stone hoodsMay 18, 2013 at 6:52 PM

    Helloooo Oscar!! he is so cute. god bless you both. Congratulations!!! xo
    - Vinnie

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  13. Marian HazelMay 18, 2013 at 6:56 PM

    Congratulations Rachel, Oscar is gorgeous. Sorry to hear of the loss of your grandfather though. Xxx

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  14. CookEsMay 18, 2013 at 7:15 PM

    Rach, I am lost for words. He is simply divine, but a bittersweet day for your family. Maybe a bit of your Grandad slipped into little Oscar on his way out, he looks worldy already. Much love to all of you.

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  15. Jane SMay 18, 2013 at 7:24 PM

    Oh Rachel, just before sunrise is simply the most perfect time. Bless you x

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  16. CatMay 18, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    Biggest congratulations on the birth of your new little one Rachel I am so happy for you. I am so truly sorry for the loss of your grandfather. Take care. xxx

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  17. UnknownMay 18, 2013 at 9:18 PM

    oh my goodness what times we are in when circles collide! welcome beautiful baby...rejoice in the circle and Granddad sleep peacefully at the end of your turning xxxxx

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  18. AmandaMay 18, 2013 at 9:32 PM

    Oh Rachel, he's just gorgeous. I'm so sorry to hear about your grandfather. Hugs to you xx

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  19. BronMay 18, 2013 at 9:36 PM

    Congratulations...he is so beautiful....circles are strange things...hope you are all doing ok . xxx

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  20. GreerMay 18, 2013 at 10:03 PM

    Oh my goodness, look at that wise little face. Congratulations, sympathies, much love xxx

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  21. UnknownMay 18, 2013 at 11:20 PM

    blessings! congrats! joyful trumpets. what a circle of life it is. thinking of you in this time of profound joy and utter sadness. xxoo

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  22. UnknownMay 18, 2013 at 11:44 PM

    Oh wow, the circle of life........
    Congratulations on the birth of your son.....
    I send my sympathies to you and yours for the loss of your grandfather....
    Sometimes I wish for more babies-they are so adorable :)

    Love Emma
    xx

    dearthirty.blogspot.co.uk

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  23. Tamsin & Edward JohnsonMay 19, 2013 at 7:07 AM

    He looks just like your first born! Xxxxxxxx

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  24. Little NanMay 19, 2013 at 7:57 AM

    Oh so many emotions to contain for your family....
    Oscar is just gorgeous
    x

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  25. KateMay 19, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    Big love to you guys.
    Oscar.
    Too beautiful.
    xxxxxxx

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  26. leah // sang the birdMay 19, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    I got goosebumps when I saw your post title in my inbox. I am so excited for you and your family!
    He is divine, congratulations sweet mama! Sorry for the loss of your Grandfather.
    Yes... the circle of life xxx

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  27. Katrina@capturingmomentsMay 19, 2013 at 10:31 AM

    Wonderful! Welcome Oscar!

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  28. cityhippyfarmgirlMay 19, 2013 at 11:07 AM

    Sending you lots and lot of love Rachel.
    A circle indeed.
    Enjoy this babymoon period.
    xxxxxxx

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  29. DeeMay 19, 2013 at 11:45 AM

    oh, he is too delicious!!
    enjoy these days. blessings to your sweet family xx
    Dee

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  30. UnknownMay 19, 2013 at 4:07 PM

    He's just lovely! I'm so sorry for the loss of your Grandfather xx

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  31. emma @ frog, goose and bearMay 19, 2013 at 4:23 PM

    What a beautiful boy and such beautiful words of loss and love and new beginnings and goodbyes.

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  32. UnknownMay 19, 2013 at 4:56 PM

    Oh yahhhhhhh!!! Congratulations to you all and what a gorgeous name - Oscar:) I'm so sorry to hear about your grandpa. So, so very sad. Hugs to you xxx

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  33. Kristi May 19, 2013 at 6:53 PM

    oh my. congratulations. x

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  34. NicoleMay 19, 2013 at 7:26 PM

    Congratulations on the arrival of Oscar! And well done to you, beautiful mumma. Nicole xx

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  35. Sarah May 19, 2013 at 8:11 PM

    Congratulations! He is precious. I adore the name Oscar! I'm sorry to hear of your grandfather, but glad you have such a face to help distract the grief. Congratulations.

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  36. Mel @ Coal Valley ViewMay 19, 2013 at 8:12 PM

    Hugest Congratulations Rachel!!!!! Wonderful wonderful news. Welcome to the world Oscar, and you share my birthday too. So sorry to hear about your Grandfather xxx

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  37. MargretMay 20, 2013 at 7:36 AM

    Congratulations! Well done, enjoy your little bundle and these precious early days.

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  38. trishieMay 20, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    Many congratulations! Oscar is beautiful, love the name.

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  39. little wild mooseMay 20, 2013 at 12:07 PM

    Welcome to the world Oscar! He is beautiful. I am so sorry to hear about your grandfather - my thoughts are with you and your family.

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  40. Alisa : Ink CaravanMay 20, 2013 at 12:13 PM

    Wow I always forget just how little they are as newborns. Congratulations Rachel! x Alisa

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  41. Claire Chadwick @ Scissors Paper RockMay 20, 2013 at 7:07 PM

    Yay. Congratulations. He is perfectly delicious. Well done you.
    xxx

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  42. Faking being a housewifeMay 20, 2013 at 8:31 PM

    Bless, he is beautiful!

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  43. Gillian RoeMay 20, 2013 at 9:04 PM

    Oh, he is gorgeous!! Many congratulations to you and your family. I'm glad the birth was smooth (9 lb 10 oz - er, wow!). Also sorry to learn of the death of your grandfather. Take care. x

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  44. At Number 32May 21, 2013 at 6:52 AM

    What a day....such joy and sorrow. No doubt a huge legacy left for Oscar, congratulations x

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  45. VictoriaMay 21, 2013 at 7:37 AM

    Congratulations a beautiful boy and as you say, the full circle. Much love x

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  46. one claire dayMay 21, 2013 at 7:30 PM

    Best news! Congratulations to the whole family... what a precious new addition! You named him very well.

    SO happy for you :)
    X Claire

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  47. one claire dayMay 21, 2013 at 7:31 PM

    (and of course my sympathies on the passing of your granddad) xxx

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  48. mel @ loved handmadeMay 22, 2013 at 10:20 AM

    OH!! Rachel he is superb and perfect, congratulations to you all!
    I'm sorry to hear of your grandfathers passing..much love to you x

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  49. JodiMay 22, 2013 at 10:58 AM

    Wow, what a powerful introduction. Oscar, you have chosen well. Much love, Rach, and sorry to hear about your grandfather.

    Birth and death; each with their own, profound "letting go" xxx

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  50. Imogen EveMay 22, 2013 at 8:45 PM

    Congratulations. A beautiful boy with a beautiful name. Sorry to hear about your grandfather. x

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  51. Christina LowryMay 23, 2013 at 6:58 PM

    Congratulations! Oh, he is a dear gorgeous boy. My condolences on the loss of your Grandfather also. Wishing you all the very best. xx

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  52. jayMay 24, 2013 at 6:27 PM

    oh congratulations indeed, he looks absolutely divine. You must be just full of baby loveliness. So sorry, to hear about your grandfather, but wow, how amazing that it all happened on the same day, the circle of life indeed. xxx

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  53. ::The Beetle Shack::May 25, 2013 at 5:39 PM

    Welcome darling Oscar!

    Well done lady! Look at them all, your babies. Such little bright sparks of utter perfection!!

    Oh you and I- enjoying the bliss at the same time!

    xxxx

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  54. ::The Beetle Shack::May 25, 2013 at 5:44 PM

    p.s your last name is my Father's Mothers maiden name.... I wonder if we're related.....

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  55. ::The Beetle Shack::May 25, 2013 at 5:47 PM

    p.p.s there is a song by Lior that describes exactly your son's arrival and your grandfather's passing. I must send you a link, it's breathtakingly beautiful and complex xx

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  56. AnonymousJune 1, 2013 at 6:36 AM

    Congratulations! Oscar is such a beautiful name. I am sorry to hear about your grandfather, my condolences.

    Fine

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  57. RachaelJuly 4, 2013 at 5:15 PM

    Oh my darling, I knew it had been a while since I visited you! You are now a family of 5! Congrats, he is gorgeous, he really is. xxx

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  58. RachaelJuly 4, 2013 at 5:16 PM

    And Yes, the circle of life. Sorry for your loss. xxx

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