Nearly a month ago now, my sister had a baby boy. And last weekend, I hopped a plane down to west Texas to see him. As you doubtless can guess, I fell instantly and deeply in love.
We spent a lot of time together – snuggling and just hanging out. For such a wee one, he was remarkably wide awake, and oh, I enjoyed getting to know him.
My grandparents came up for the weekend, to see him and to see me, and there were four generations of laughter and love in my parents’ house, which is a precious and delightful thing.
Mom, Betsy, Neno and Ryder
Dad snuggling with Ryder
And, of course, there was baby knitting. I’d been working on a cardigan for him before I left (the pattern is Puerperium):
It’s too big for him now, but I hope he’ll fit into it by the time the weather turns cool. (More details on Ravelry.)
While I was there I knitted him some wee socks out of the leftovers. Also too big, but not for long:
I’m already scheming to go back and see him as soon as I can. I am one happily besotted auntie.
cakes, tea and dreams 
Oh, Katie, he is precious! Your whole family is gorgeous, too! You all look so happy.
Little cutie! Love his t-shirt in that last picture. 🙂 And he does look wide awake and ready to play – amazing in such a little guy!
So sweet! No wonder you’re in love! Do you have a special auntie name? I love the knitting, I’ll going to have to look at that pattern.
Oh, he’s so cute! I’m glad you were able to get down there and enjoy snuggling your nephew.
Congratulations! Aunthood is terrific and I know you’ll relish it.
He is so cute, and you are so beautiful. What fun I know you had! Love you, Carol Mailes
LOVE it!! We miss you already!! Ryder said to come back to Texas sooooon!!! xoxo
So sweet! And now you always have a little someone special to knit for. : )
He is a darling. You can’t help falling in love with the little ones.
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