Here's a copy of the e-announcement that we just sent out. We'll post more pictures and fun stories in the days ahead.
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On Thurs. morning (Feb. 8th, 11:41am IST), Shane Daniel Spotts arrived. We are thrilled and things went smoothly in so many ways: a traffic-free drive across Hyderabad, wonderful staff at Fernandez Hospital, a safe delivery (with help from an epidural), Ben was allowed to be with Libby the entire time, and the one “deluxe” room (which simply means it has air conditioning, a little cot for dad to sleep, etc.) was available when we checked in! It’s evident to us that God’s hand was upon the whole event.
The other details on Shane:
7 lbs. 5.5 oz (3.33 kg)
20.5 in. (52 cm approximately; because they usually don’t measure the length of Indian babies)
Blue eyes (we think)
Fair skin (because Indians always ask; of course his skin is also red, if upset, and blue, if cold, etc.)
We just got home from the hospital a few hours ago. 
We’d appreciate your prayers for all that is ahead. Ben will take some time off for paternity leave and Libby’s parents arrive on Monday. We are thankful to God for Shane, for the miracle and sanctity of life, and for you and your interest in us!
With love,
Ben, Libby and Shane
Saturday, February 10, 2007
Shane, we've been waiting for you!
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14 comments:
He is so adorable. What a beatufil baby. And I must add the two proud parents look pretty amazing as well. Again congratulations on this little miracle. May the Lord keep you and work through you and the little one!
He is so beautiful! It is so good to hear how well everybody is. Can't wait to read more stories and see more pics.
Libs you look great!
Congratulations Ben and Libby! Shane looks very healthy and beautiful. Looking forward to seeing more pictures!
Congratulations!! I've been checking every day for news! So Happy for you and your new addition. He's beautiful. Can't wait for more pics and news!
Love,
Carie
Yeah! Congratulations on a handsome baby boy. It is exciting to hear of God's goodness and how well the delivery went and all (epidurals are a good invention eh?). Enjoy the infant days...they go by too quickly.
-Kelly
Denis and I are so pleased to see your pictures and hear your happy news. Congratulations! He's wonderful. What a nice name, too. :o)
Oh my goodness! He is so cute! We are so happy for you and your family!
Congrats both of you! He is beautiful, but what else to expect from two beautiful parents!
We are happy for both of you and am glad that shane made an appearance in time for Dan and kathy to be there!
Keep the pictures coming!
Love you both
Brenda and Doug
A very beautiful baby! We're so happy for you, and can't wait to see our nephew in person. But until then, keep posting the pics.
Congratulations, your son is beautiful! Soon you won't even remember what life was like before he came along. I don't know how it happened so fast but our son just turned eight months old today! Hold that baby as often as you can, hope you get some good rest!
I am so glad to hear that everything went so well to welcome the newest little Spotts into the world. I love his name!! Give Kathy a big hug for me when she gets there.
Love to all of you Mary
Congrats Ben and Libby - he is gorgeous (or as JT prefers to be called, "Way cool").
Enjoy every minute of the adventure, even the late night ones! ;)
Always Ben & Libby then came SHANE.
Now it's SHANE's turn to entertain.
He'll squeak, snort, stretch & cry.
You'll smile, giggle, gaze & sigh!
Changes that come, what joy to see
God appointed you Shane's trainee.
Advise from others, pictures galore
Wait to see what God has in store.
Love to all three
Aunt Arla
Congratulations to you both! What a beautiful baby!!! I am very happy for you, and it was wonderful that Libby's folks could be around. May the Lord bless you, in love and faith, in this new adventure!
Bonnie
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