Calliope, the Most Beautiful Girl in the World
Jun142008
Here’s Callie’s birth announcement picture:
So I finally got that phone call and I can shout the good news all over the internet:
Calliope is here!!!!!
(And Bob says I can’t keep a secret.)
Mollie had a beautiful baby girl Saturday morning and named her Calliope, Callie for short. Josh says she’s beautiful and I believe him because he says she looks like Mollie. Plus he just sent pictures and she’s truly gorgeous so I linked to these on a private blog and it seems to be working (turns out all I needed to figure out a fix for picture uploading was to get a GRANDDAUGHTER) but the important thing is that Calliope is here and everybody is safe and healthy and if I could just quit crying for joy, everything would be perfect.
Welcome to the world, Calliope. You’re going to be amazing.
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146 Comments to 'Calliope, the Most Beautiful Girl in the World'
On June 14, 2008 at 3:46 pm AgTigress said...
CONGRATULATIONS!!! To grandmother, mother and father!
(And the pictures still don’t show – at least for me.
)
On June 14, 2008 at 3:55 pm Moth said...
Congrats on lil Callie. Unfortunately, I can’t see her either.
On June 14, 2008 at 4:01 pm Jenny said...
Maybe because the link is to a private blog. I just made it public since the only thing on there is Callie’s pix. Let’s see if that works.
On June 14, 2008 at 4:04 pm Ellie said...
Congrats to all three of you!
On June 14, 2008 at 4:07 pm Sheri said...
Nope, me either. But how awesome–you are a GRANDMOTHER!! Whoo–hooo!!! Now you have even MORE reasons to go to the party–who else are you going to gloat to and show pictures off to? Certainly not the herd, though I am sure they will be kind about their total disinterest. A wag of the tail and a quick lick to show they are happy for you but haven’t a clue why you are doing the Snoopy dance all around the house. And those tile guys really won’t care too much either. This is news you have to share, FIRST HAND, with a good friend who–lucky you–just happens to be having a party today to which you have been invited!! Write the stuff for your group tomorrow–maybe something at the party will give you a nudge and you will write something totally brilliant that will know their socks off. All because you listened to us and went to the party.
I have a party to go to also tonight–not as illustrious a gathering as yours, of course, but it will be fun and loud and there will be dancing and alcohol and a lot of friends. BUT I have to get my stuff done here before I can go and come up with a dish to share with 20 other people and I haven’t a clue as to what to make or what I am going to wear and then there are the kids and what to feed them and……. You see where I am going with this, right?
Responsibilities never go away–they just have to get put on the backburner once in awhile so life can happen.
So go out and live your life–have some fun! The house and the essay and the other stuff will still be there when you get back, but at least you might have a fresh perspective on it all.
Calliope–what a lovely name. May she always bring you sweet music and sweet memories…
On June 14, 2008 at 4:08 pm Sheri said...
Oh wait–yes!! I can see her! Aaaaahhhhh! What a precious little girl! You are so lucky, Jenny. You are so going to love being a grandma! And congrats to Mollie and Josh–looks like a job well done!
On June 14, 2008 at 4:12 pm Magdiego said...
So precious! There’s nothing so perfect, and perfectly amazing, as a newborn.
On June 14, 2008 at 4:16 pm Caryn said...
Oh, she’s beautiful! Congratulations!
On June 14, 2008 at 4:19 pm Egads said...
Awwgasm.
She’s just perfect. I’m tearing up for you. Glad the family is all well. My best to the new mom and dad.
On June 14, 2008 at 4:33 pm Jill said...
Oh, Jenny ! Callie is sweetly beautiful. Congratulations, big hugs, shared tears to all
jill
On June 14, 2008 at 4:59 pm kris said...
What a precious wrapping of love.
On June 14, 2008 at 5:04 pm skay said...
Congratulation Grandmother!!!!
She is absolutely adorable. Just perfect. You are going to have a wonderful time.
On June 14, 2008 at 5:07 pm kris said...
Oh, and by the way – don’t even try to stop those tears of joy. You will never again in your life have your first grandchild. Moments such as this deserve tears, and laughter, and sharing and savoring. They are almost as pecious as the babies who cause them.
On June 14, 2008 at 5:08 pm Louis said...
Congratulations to Mollie!
Welcome to the Grandparent Brigade.
Lovely name for a lovely “Dame”
On June 14, 2008 at 5:37 pm ubergeekmom said...
Mazel Tov!
On June 14, 2008 at 5:40 pm colognegrrl said...
Congratulations! (Even if I’m NOT able to see the pictures)
But I looked up which one of the muses Calliope is: the oldest, the wisest, and “the one of the beautiful voice”. Now that sounds like relief for her parents.
Her symbol is the writing pad. So let’s hope she’ll follow her grandma’s footsteps.
On June 14, 2008 at 5:55 pm LynnK said...
Congratulations, Grannie! Much happiness will ensue.
Callie is gloriously beautiful. And best wishes to Mollie and Josh, about to join the sleep-deprived.
On June 14, 2008 at 6:00 pm Courtney De said...
Congrats to all! Calliope (love the name!) is adorable. Good job on the secret keeping (though I was suspicious when you hauled out the sock puppet book). Definitely a call worth waiting for! When are you going to go visit?
On June 14, 2008 at 6:01 pm hollygee said...
Congratulations, Mollie and Josh and Jenny. Welcome to the world, Calliope.
(Couldn’t see on my Mac, but could on Stephen’s PC — both on Firefox).
On June 14, 2008 at 6:03 pm LtL said...
I haven’t been able to see the photos yet, but I’ll take your word for it. I am so very, very happy for you, Jenny. I knew you needed a grandchild. Didn’t know you were going to have one so soon! And so happy to hear that Mollie is doing fine, too. Mom’s can’t help worrying a bit when DD is laboring.
Yee-haw!
On June 14, 2008 at 6:03 pm Jenny said...
Huh.
Those of you who can’t see the pix–Wordpress is SERIOUSLY annoying me now–can you see them here:
http://cherryjam.wordpress.com/
On June 14, 2008 at 6:24 pm Sharyn said...
Well, I *still* can’t see them, but humongous congratulations, Grandma! I’m sure she’s gorgeous!
Sharyn
On June 14, 2008 at 6:30 pm LtL said...
Yes! I see them now. Gorgeous! When shall we introduce her to MAX!?
On June 14, 2008 at 6:30 pm Gina Black said...
Mozel tov and welcome to the Elite Order of Grammas. She’s a beaut. What a fun day!
On June 14, 2008 at 6:32 pm McB said...
Jenny, Callie is absolutely beautiful (I can see the pictures) and yes, I can tell that she is absolutely perfect, too. Congratulations, Grandma.
On June 14, 2008 at 7:41 pm CC said...
Perfection! Congrats
On June 14, 2008 at 7:54 pm kathleen said...
lovely, lovely news. congratulations! she’s simply beautiful.
On June 14, 2008 at 8:05 pm JulieB said...
OH! She’s beautiful. I just want to kiss her fuzzy head.
Of _course_ you couldn’t go to the party. No Way would I have trusted the phone to work.
Congratulations to all. Wishing Mollie and Josh a peaceful night — I hope Mollie is resting comfortably. It seems the nurses don’t get that, really, all you need is sleep, not a thermometer in the ear every two hours…
On June 14, 2008 at 8:09 pm JulieB said...
PS, Callie is showing up in full color on my Argh Ink link.
On June 14, 2008 at 8:13 pm Jenni said...
Congrats to Mollie and Josh.
Congrats to Grandma Jenny. What a wonderful and precious gift. Enjoy.
On June 14, 2008 at 8:16 pm S said...
She’s adorable. Congratulations!!!
On June 14, 2008 at 8:16 pm J said...
Congratulations!
On June 14, 2008 at 8:17 pm talpianna said...
She’s really adorable. And considering her lineage, I’m sure she will grow up to have (unlike my cats) more than two brain cells!
The first link told me I had to be signed in to Wordpress.com to access the pics. The second link showed the first two pics but gave the same message for the third one.
Remember: Spoiling the grandkid(s) is a parent’s revenge on her child(ren).
On June 14, 2008 at 8:18 pm talpianna said...
Now the first two pics appear on the blog!
And I forgot to say CONGRATULATIONS!!! to the new parents and grandmom!
On June 14, 2008 at 8:31 pm BCB said...
Well I guess that explains why Mollie hasn’t fixed that whole can’t post a picture thing over here. The girl’s been busy with Important Life Events.
Huge congrats and all good wishes, Jenny. To you and to the new parents. That is just awesome news. You weren’t planning to get any writing done anytime soon, were you?
On June 14, 2008 at 8:38 pm RandomRanter said...
Congrats to the whole big(ger) family!
On June 14, 2008 at 9:09 pm Erica said...
Congratulations to you, Mollie and Josh!
You’ll be a brilliant Grandma, Jenny
On June 14, 2008 at 9:13 pm Lucy said...
Just wanted to add to the goodwill and celebration. Congratulations!
On June 14, 2008 at 9:19 pm Mel said...
Congratulations!!!! She is gorgeous. Well done Mollie and Josh! You will be a kick butt grandma.
On June 14, 2008 at 9:26 pm WapakGram said...
Aw Jenny, there is nothing like becoming a Grandma. (See signature
) Congratulations to Mollie and Josh and all of the Jenny extended family on adding another member. She is just beautiful with lovely hands, the better to create with.
My very best to all of you. It is just awesome to see that gorgeous creature called your grandchild.
On June 14, 2008 at 9:36 pm Becke said...
She is beautiful — I love her name! Best wishes to the proud family, and of course, the proudest grandma in the world!
On June 14, 2008 at 9:53 pm inkgrrl said...
WOOHOO! She is as gorgeous as her mother and grandmother, a girl of impeccable lineage! Welcome to the wonderful world, Calliope!
On June 14, 2008 at 10:10 pm sheagal said...
Welcome Calliope! We’re thrilled to have you here. I don’t know if Mollie and Josh are up for giving you eight sisters. But I’m guessing your spiritual sisters will be out there in the world waiting for you. Sisters, both the ones your parents give you and the ones you choose yourself, are one of the best things about being a girl.
Jenny, congratulations! She’s lovely.
On June 14, 2008 at 10:15 pm Evesie said...
Mazel Tov! I think she looks like you
(I’m not just saying that). She has a really unique and beautiful name and I bet an adventurous life ahead! She’ll take after grandma’s heroines 
On June 14, 2008 at 10:22 pm Becky said...
Congratulations! She’s adorable!
On June 14, 2008 at 10:36 pm Office Wench Cherry said...
Congratulations Mollie and Josh!!! Congratulations on grandma-hood, Jenny, that is wonderful news. She is a beautiful little girl. Welcome to the world Calliope, you have made it a little brighter place to be.
Now get thee to Mollie’s place and kiss and cuddle that child at least once for all of us Cherries. She should be about 18 the time you’re finished.
Seriously, though I don’t really know you or the proud parents (and great grandparents) that’s the best news I’ve had all week.
On June 14, 2008 at 11:07 pm Jenifer said...
I can see her. She’s gorgeous. But of course you knew that.
You’ve got me crying here. There’s definitely no reason for you to stop – you’re the grandma! And I am totally impressed that you kept such a secret. You’re an amazing secret keeper. You and Callie will be able to keep wonderful secrets from her parents in the future.
On June 14, 2008 at 11:24 pm Sheryl said...
What a gorgeous girl. Tears of joy should never be stopped. She’s amazing and wow I am impressed on the secret keeping. What does that Bob know anyway?
Congratulations to Mollie, Josh and Calliope for finding each other. Now get out there Grandma and spoil her!
On June 14, 2008 at 11:30 pm Kim, Cherry Red said...
Welcome to the world, baby girl! Congrats Grandma Jenny. What a precious, perfect little baby she is. We’ll want pics of you holding her when you make the trip to see her.
On June 14, 2008 at 11:41 pm sharon w. said...
I just want to add my congratulations to the furor, and as has been said before, you’re going to have such a good time being a grandma. And, Callie does have beautiful, long fingers. when you have her in your arms, give her an extra little hug from all of us. Very well done by everyone in the family.
Sharon W.
On June 15, 2008 at 12:11 am Jenyfer Matthews said...
Congratulations! A beautiful name for a truly beautiful girl. And as grandmother, you can reserve the right to use her *entire* name
On June 15, 2008 at 12:18 am roben said...
Oh, that’s fabulous news. What a lovely name and a gorgeous photo. You must all be so proud and I’m happy for you. Congrats! Mollie and Josh. Hope you’re doing well, Mollie. Welcome Calliope. Enjoy the excitement Jenny and wishing you many joyful years with your grandaughter.
On June 15, 2008 at 1:14 am Moth said...
Yay! I can see the pics now. Oh, she’s beautiful. Congrats again!
On June 15, 2008 at 1:25 am patmcaudel said...
that little girl chose well when she picked her family…just the right parents who will love and raise her with the right amount of wisdome and learning and fun…and a grandma to run to for kisses and hugs and being spoiled… “…no, callie, that stuff you deleted on the computer wasn’t important, it was just my next book with no back up, your computer paperdoll is far more important…play..i can write anytime” “oh, you found my collage didn’t you, and you added your own pictures didn’t you sweet thing. i never would have thought to put a giant frog in the middle of the picture story of the mystery in the convent…you are so right, it fits….”
it is soooooo cool. oh, by the way, i crochet more than jewelry, you should have let me know, i rarely do wire baby blankets….
On June 15, 2008 at 3:45 am Micki said...
OMGoodness! Congratulations!!
(-: There’s a ton of advice for new moms — but I’ve never seen a “what to expect when you become a grandma” book. (-: Maybe because being a grandmother is naturally fun and easy?? (What do I know? My oldest is only 12.)
So no advice. I will say I wish you could be my grandma — but since you’re younger than my mom, I’m afraid that would involve some serious time/space pardoxing, and I’ll just have to settle for you as a fairy godmother who leaves some excellent books and wonderful blogging in my vicinity.
Congrats again!
On June 15, 2008 at 6:30 am Richa said...
Congratulations to all, and I’d say aww but I can’t see the pictures in Safari. <pause> I can kinda in Firefox, but only one of them. Aww.
Anyway, to reiterate my second comment on your Julia post (which I am hoping went through because it doesn’t show up to me as being under moderation yet), using a photosharing service like photobucket or BOXSTr will solve these problems, is easier to do, and will help minimize your hosting and bandwidth usage costs.
Cheers to the little one.
On June 15, 2008 at 7:38 am Carla said...
So awesome!! Congratulations, Grandma, Mom & Dad, and Callie! Yeah, I guess that call was worth waiting around for.
On June 15, 2008 at 8:48 am Mary Stella said...
Congratulations, Jenny. Congrats to Mollie and Josh, too. Calliope, you’re going to love being Jenny’s granddaughter. Oh, the things she can teach you, not to mention that she has dogs for you to play with!
On June 15, 2008 at 8:55 am Steph said...
Welcome to the world, Calliope.
Congratulations and Blessings.
On June 15, 2008 at 8:57 am Susan D said...
Jenny, that’s just so wonderful!
When you become a grandma, your life just starts all over again, all new and shiny.
On June 15, 2008 at 9:16 am Julia said...
Oh she’s beautiful. Thanks to Holly for posting on JCF or I might never have known. And Congrats to all involved. Enjoy enjoy.
On June 15, 2008 at 9:36 am jaq said...
Congratulations, Jenny! I can’t see the pics at either site, but I’m sure she’s absolutely scrumptious.
On June 15, 2008 at 9:46 am Astrid said...
Mazel tov!
She’s like a rosebud. Best to the whole family!
On June 15, 2008 at 10:28 am Charlene Teglia said...
Oh, she’s beautiful. Congratulations to the happy mom, dad, and grandma!
On June 15, 2008 at 10:31 am SusanH said...
Congratulations! She’s absolutely beautiful and perfect with a lovely name. Welcome to the world, little one.
On June 15, 2008 at 10:35 am Jeepgirl said...
Congratulations on a beautiful granddaughter!
How many items have been knitted for her?
On June 15, 2008 at 11:05 am Chris Merrill said...
You got a granddaughter on MY BIRTHDAY!!!!!
That is so cool. June 14th (Flag Day)is an excellent day for a birthday, because people fly flags in your honor. And sometimes, they even have parades. It is great for the ego.
Congratulations Mollie and Jenny! And Welcome Callie. Happy Birthday!
On June 15, 2008 at 11:46 am AgTigress said...
I can see the pictures now. She is, indeed, a pretty little baby.
I hope that when she demands attention, it will be with the beautiful voice of her Muse namesake rather than the more strident one of the steam-organ!
On June 15, 2008 at 11:51 am MJ said...
So glad to hear everyone is safe and healthy. Just looking at that second snuggly picture brings back the sensation of holding a warm, baby-scented bundle…She’s beautiful. Congratulations, Grandma!
On June 15, 2008 at 11:54 am Michelle said...
Aw now I so can’t wait for my niece or nephew to be born! Congrats again Jenny to you, Mollie, Josh and the entire family! She is absolutely breath-takenly beautiful! Her skin looks perfect! Her head is a perfect little circle, and she has lips that would make Angelina Jolie jealous! Enjoy ever little moment with her!
On June 15, 2008 at 12:14 pm Slave Driver said...
“Becoming a grandmother is wonderful. One moment you’re just a mother. The next you are all-wise and prehistoric.” ~ Pam Brown
Congratulations to the entire family.
On June 15, 2008 at 1:01 pm Amy said...
CONGRATULATIONS to Mollie, Josh (Happy Father’s Day!), and the grandmothers and grandfathers. This is wonderful, wonderful news.
Welcome to the world, Callie.
On June 15, 2008 at 1:30 pm Gayle Marie Hoover said...
Dear, dear Jenny,
It is said that when a baby is born, so is a grandmother.
I hope she lives nearby.
Please snuff in a deep whiff of that “new car smell” for a de facto auntie in Washington state.
Love,
Gayle
Black Cherry Kisser (so named for a reason)
On June 15, 2008 at 1:33 pm April said...
How adorable! Congratulations!
On June 15, 2008 at 1:49 pm Karen Templeton said...
Welcome to grandmahood! I can tell you from experience (our first is 10 mos old) it’s the best place in the world — all of the joy, none of the obsessiveness. Okay, maybe a little.
Little Calliope is indeed a knockout. Look at that HAIR (all baldies, here).
Much love to all, dogs included.
On June 15, 2008 at 1:58 pm Jess said...
Congratulations to all! Jenny, what an absolutely beautiful little granddaughter! And her name is spectacular, too! I’m all giddy with happiness for your whole family. A new baby is the most wonderful thing in the universe. Many happy returns to everyone, and I wish Mollie as much rest as she can get with a new little one calling the shots! Such delicious news.
On June 15, 2008 at 2:28 pm Kira said...
Congratulations! May you enjoy her in health and strength!
On June 15, 2008 at 3:15 pm Yvonne Lindsay said...
Jenny! Congratulations to you and your family on the arrival of your most beautiful grand-daughter. What a wonderful time for you all!
On June 15, 2008 at 5:34 pm Diane (TT) said...
Congratulations to you and Mollie and Josh – she truly is lovely! And I’m sure she’ll grow up to be as delightful as her grandmother – who is awesome at keeping secrets! Wow. That’s a big one to keep, too!
I’m sure Calliope knows she’s very welcome into her family, who will do their best to offer her amazing experiences in the world.
On June 15, 2008 at 5:40 pm Cherry Honey said...
Oh, she’s just beautiful! Congratulations to all of you!
You know, not long before Cherry Con I found the cutest little onesie. It was white with two cherries on the front and I bought it on a whim with you in mind. When I got it home, I thought, “How presumptuous of me. What if Mollie doesn’t even want to have kids?” So I gave it to the brother of a friend whose last name is actually Cherry (his wife was pregnant at the time, so I decided it was just the right amount of presumption for them).
Calliope is one lucky little girl. I wish Mollie and Josh lots of rest over the next few months!
On June 15, 2008 at 6:21 pm Chelle said...
Congratulations Jenny and Molly and Josh!!!
And Welcome to the World Calliope!
Big hugs and smooches to everyone
On June 15, 2008 at 8:17 pm Molly said...
Congratulations GranLady! She’s beautiful.
On June 15, 2008 at 9:05 pm jenb said...
A beautiful granddaughter to love.
It is the very best of all worlds.
Congratulations to the family!
On June 15, 2008 at 9:49 pm Jenny said...
Thank you all so much. Mollie and Josh are going to be overwhelmed when they read all this good karma for our girl.
I’m going to try to put her birth announcement picture up there and then I’ll stop bombarding you all with baby pictures. Mostly.
Well, actually, since it’s so hard getting pictures up here now, that’s a pretty good bet.
On June 15, 2008 at 9:54 pm Reb said...
That is one seriously gorgeous baby. Many congrats to you all!
On June 15, 2008 at 9:55 pm Pam said...
Welcome to the world, Calliope. You are going to be amazing, and you come from amazing blood. Congrats to Grandma Jenny, Mollie and Josh. Glad all are healthy and well.
Go get ‘em, Callie.
On June 15, 2008 at 10:30 pm Janine said...
What a great name for such a beautiful little girl. I’ll bet you just can’t wait to hold her in your arms. Congratulations Jenny, Mollie and Josh!
On June 15, 2008 at 10:38 pm Rose Garrison said...
Gorgeous! A blessing on your heads…
On June 15, 2008 at 10:46 pm hollygee said...
The birth announcement picture is absolutely beautiful. Still can’t see the other pictures on cherryjam with my mac.
On June 15, 2008 at 10:51 pm Juliana said...
I had to delurk for this wonderful occasion: Congratulations Jenny, Mollie and Josh! Callie’s just beautiful!
“…and then I’ll stop bombarding you all with baby pictures. Mostly.”
I initially read that as start, and got all gleeful. Just saying: wouldn’t mind, wouldn’t mind at all. *biggrin*
On June 15, 2008 at 11:34 pm Libby said...
I think my message went to the etherworld, so I’ll try again. SHE IS GORGEOUS! Congratulations!
On June 15, 2008 at 11:59 pm Jill said...
Jenny, Callie looks like you.
On June 16, 2008 at 12:01 am roben said...
Oh, my! That birth announcement picture made me gasp. She’s an angel.
On June 16, 2008 at 1:36 am Cherry Honey said...
The birth announcement is amazing! Welcome to the world, Callie!
On June 16, 2008 at 2:48 am cbpen said...
Congratulations to all of you. She is a peach. This of course makes me contemplate my own grandmahood…six years ago!! It can’t be. You have sooo much fun to look forward too. The first time she really recognizes you and when she is older and yells “Grammy (or whatever name she chooses) when she sees you. And all the reading together. And sooo much more. Congratulations again.
On June 16, 2008 at 6:05 am Susan Holloway Scott said...
What a gorgeous little girl! Clearly, she was born to be fabulous, and I LOVE her name!
Congratulations to you all — she was well worth the wait.
And now I get to knit something divinely pink…..:)
Xxx
Susan S.
On June 16, 2008 at 6:27 am Penny said...
Congratulations Jenny. To me being a grandmother is the second best thing in the world. The first was becoming a mother. Lots of fun times ahead for you. Enjoy! She is beautiful.
On June 16, 2008 at 6:35 am Egads said...
The birth announcement picture is angelic. She is a lovely, lovely girl. You must be so proud.
On June 16, 2008 at 7:01 am Marilyn K said...
Geez! Don’t check in all weekend and look what happens.
Beautiful. Just beautiful.
Congrats to all.
On June 16, 2008 at 7:57 am JanLo said...
What a beautiful baby! Congratulations to mom, dad, and grandma. Now go hug and cuddle.
On June 16, 2008 at 8:13 am me said...
She’s absolutely beautiful. And really cute, too.
Congratulations!!
On June 16, 2008 at 8:55 am Mirmalade said...
She’s absolutely beautiful, Jenny – but she does have great genes to work with. Congratulations to the new parents and especially the new Grandma.
Cherry Marmalade
On June 16, 2008 at 9:16 am Danielle said...
With a name like that how can she not be amazing??
On June 16, 2008 at 9:55 am Lu. said...
I saw the picture and must add my “Congrats” to the chorus. She’s absolutely beautiful!
On June 16, 2008 at 10:00 am Christina said...
Congratulations, Jenny!!!
On June 16, 2008 at 10:05 am Marcia in OK said...
What a secret!
Congratulations to all. She’s a keeper for sure.
On June 16, 2008 at 10:05 am Cary said...
Wow! Crusie really CAN keep a secret! And what a beautiful secret too. Congrats to the new mom, new dad and Grandma. Here’s to all the milestones to come!
On June 16, 2008 at 10:11 am jenifer said...
For getting pictures to post, have you tried something like iimage browser?
http://fredfred.net/skriker/index.php/iimage-browser/
It requires that you have FTP access to your web hosting account. You copy the files over, then use iimage to get the code to put into your post. I have had lots of trouble with the stupid image uploader that comes with wordpress, but this method hasn’t failed me yet.
On June 16, 2008 at 10:16 am McB said...
Jenny, just looking at her picture makes me feel both awe-struck and mellow at the same time. Bombard us, please!
On June 16, 2008 at 10:17 am francois said...
Oh, I am totally going with black and white pictures for my baby now. Beautiful.
On June 16, 2008 at 10:20 am Caroyn Jewel said...
She’s beautiful. Congratulations!
On June 16, 2008 at 10:23 am Suzanne said...
I am so happy for you, Jenny! That is about the sweetest birth announcement I’ve ever seen–she looks so perfect and peaceful. And I love the name–love, love, love it! Congratulations to your family!
On June 16, 2008 at 10:32 am glee said...
happiness to all! How wonderful to be a grandma and how wonderful she came in time for Father’s Day! Congrats to the lucky parents. /glee
On June 16, 2008 at 11:08 am Samantha Graves said...
Oh Jenny! She’s just beautiful. Congratulations!!!
sam
On June 16, 2008 at 11:12 am K.L. said...
I’ll just add my congratulations to all the ones above. She is a beautiful baby, and you will be an excellent grandmother. And I won’t even pester you about when the book will be done. Visiting the new mother and your granddaughter is way more important. Report back to us when you can.
And tell Josh Happy Father’s Day. Callie showed up just in time.
On June 16, 2008 at 11:42 am wendy roberts said...
Oh she’s just stunning!! Congratulations grandma
On June 16, 2008 at 11:45 am Brooke said...
Congratulations! What a charmer that girl is – so beautiful!
On June 16, 2008 at 1:18 pm robena grant said...
I had to come over for another look. You know she’s got your face shape, sort of heart-shaped. Now enquiring minds need to know, what are you going to call yourself, grandma, granny, gran, nana? Or will you let her decide? If I ever get lucky enough to be a grandmother I’m going to be Nan.
On June 16, 2008 at 2:17 pm Mariah said...
Congratulations! You are going to be the coolest grandmother ever. Be sure to let Calliope know there are only good times ahead!
On June 16, 2008 at 2:59 pm CrankyOtter said...
I can see the birth announcement pic. What a sweetie! And a pretty name. A little skewed off center but not so far as to be unrecognisable as a name – which is the kind of name I like.
Have fun being the best grandmother ever.
On June 16, 2008 at 5:08 pm Eileen said...
Oh Jenny- she’s beautiful. Huge huge huge congrats to you, Mollie and Josh.
On June 16, 2008 at 6:23 pm Diane L. said...
How very wonderful! Congratulations!
On June 16, 2008 at 8:49 pm Nora said...
Jenny, you’re right…she *is* the most beautiful girl in the world! Makes me wistful for that time of my life which is now long gone…but still very precious…
On June 16, 2008 at 9:48 pm Rebecca said...
That is a beautiful, beautiful baby girl. I’ve been looking at her picture all day, since Lani shared the news, and smiling. Congratulations to Mollie and Josh, and I must say Calliope is a very lucky little girl to have you as a grandmother! Enjoy her!
Rebecca
On June 16, 2008 at 9:59 pm LtL said...
That is a beautiful photo. Callie looks so peaceful, the way you do when you finally get home from a long trip.
On June 16, 2008 at 10:44 pm Jenny said...
The poor kid has four grandmothers. By the time she gets to me, it’ll be “Hey, you!” Which is okay. I’ll answer to whatever she calls me.
One day old and already she has me wrapped around her little finger.
And now really, I must go write something besides “Have you seen my beautiful granddaughter?”
On June 17, 2008 at 1:39 am DownUnderGal said...
OMG – emerging from night duty haze to find you went and had a grandaughter!!! Congrats to Mollie and Josh and the name and the pic are utterly wonderful.
I wish I had time to sit and read all 126 comments – wah. But wow, you did manage to keep that one under your hat.
On June 17, 2008 at 7:38 am Louise said...
Jenny, she is beautiful. Congratulations to you, Mollie and Josh. May everything good come to her in life.
You promised not to put up more pictures? Are you crazy? You’re new to this grandmother thing, aren’t you? You’ll get the hang of it soon, and it’s the best motivation you’ll ever get to overcome your problems loading pictures.
On June 17, 2008 at 9:25 am WapakGram said...
Jenny, we are the group that drools over your dog pictures. Granddaughter pictures make us swoon. That black and white picture is just gorgeous.
We will love all the pictures that Mollie sends you to share. Trust us on that one.
Wait until you feel grandchild baby breath on your neck..the memories it brings back and the love it brings. Again hugs to all of you.
On June 17, 2008 at 10:42 am Alice Audrey said...
Congrats all around! She is adorable.
On June 17, 2008 at 11:06 am Office Wench Cherry said...
Kids can never have too many grandparents and you will be as special to her as she is to you.
On June 17, 2008 at 11:18 am Vaishali said...
Late here, but a heartfelt Congratulations.
On June 17, 2008 at 2:21 pm Jamie said...
Aw… she is too adorable! Sorry I’ve been away for so long, but this is just the perfect thiing to chime back in on. What a beauty! Congrats to Jenny, Mollie and Josh… Great genes guys! : )
On June 17, 2008 at 3:21 pm MJ said...
Four grandmothers, and about four hundred Cherry godmothers…all with good wishes.
On June 17, 2008 at 4:17 pm Melissa Blue said...
Oh, huge congrats!!!
On June 17, 2008 at 4:59 pm Louis said...
And a Cherry Godfather or two
For sure!
Lovely! Lovely!
On June 17, 2008 at 6:49 pm Jenny said...
I told Mollie she had to come here and get all the good karma. I think when she gets some sleep, she’ll stop by. She did take long enough to fix the picture of her kid, so possibly we’ve found a picture fix.
Thank you all so, so much. It really is lovely to hear from all of you. Like a reunion.
On June 17, 2008 at 10:23 pm Barbara Martin said...
Congratulations, Jenny. She’s such a cutie!
On June 18, 2008 at 1:29 am JanD said...
Oh, Jenny. What a honey she is. Congratulations to everyone.
On June 18, 2008 at 11:01 am bridget said...
Oh, Jenny, don’t worry that there are 4 grandmothers.
Every grandmother makes her own space – and all you have to do is work on being the cool one. And bribery helps.
(I’m not the grandma – I’m the aunt. But like grandma it is the better job.)
On June 18, 2008 at 3:25 pm Slave Driver said...
Every grandmother makes her own space – and all you have to do is work on being the cool one.
My kid has 2 grandma’s. One bakes her cookies, the other one burns CD’s for her. Guess which is the “Cool One?”
On June 18, 2008 at 4:27 pm shane said...
OK, admittedly, I’m not always a baby person because of the fear of that first picture and the whole Jerry reaction. . . BUT THAT IS A GORGEOUS BABY. Absolutely. I’m sure she’s brilliant as well.
Congrats on the blessing she is!
On June 18, 2008 at 7:51 pm Kwana said...
Yes, yes, yes! She is so beautiful! Congrats.
On June 19, 2008 at 11:42 pm Marilyn Brant said...
Jenny, she’s absolutely gorgeous. HUGE congratulations to you, Mollie and Josh
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On June 21, 2008 at 11:21 am AbsoluteCherry said...
She’s just beautiful! Congratulations Mollie and Josh and Jenny and assorted grandmothers!!
On July 18, 2008 at 7:48 am ZaZa said...
My god, Crusie! She’s a mini-YOU! Crikey, she’s the spit of you. You have some very strong genes.
Congrats to Mollie and Josh! They do good work. ;+)