Jaiel Amare Lapp Yoder
Well look who’s here–all 5 lb. 14 oz. of him. A six-pack to his brother’s single bottle.
We got started a little late, but then everything went so nicely. AL’s sewed back up and appears to be recovering well. The baby’s all scrunchy faced and came out covered in goo, but seems to be adjusting to having washed up so abruptly on dry land.
Jaiel Amare. What? With an older brother named Javid, did you really think we were going to name him Bill or Ted? Although that too would be most excellent.
Besides, he’s coming into the world with all sorts of advantages–healthy, developed lungs, fer instance, plus a relative abundance o’ poundage. Should we spoil him with a name that people can actually pronounce? Not bloody likely.
For those of you who wish for such things, however, here’s a quick cheat sheet.
Jaiel: Just call him Jai and you’ll get by or add the -el … that too’d be swell.
Amare: All you Gypsy Kings fans, let me hear you now, “Volare, oh oh, cantare, oh oh oh oh.“ Or if that’s too obscure, just tune in to a Phoenix Suns game and check out the big man in the paint. Don’t like sports? Here’s a quick syllable-by-syllable walkthrough: A- “well duh” -mar- “fast car” -e “well hey hey hey.” Enough clues? Don’t worry, we’ll be sure to publicly mock you if you get it wrong. :-)
Some other day I’ll give you the blow by blow on the decision process. Suffice it to say one crucial test was the stand-on-the-doorstep-and-holler-down-the-block, “Jaiel Amare Lapp Yoder, get yer butt in here!” Can’t wait to give that one its maiden run.
Little guy Jai. In the house.
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July 21st, 2008 at 12:00 pm
What a beautiful baby you guys made. This one looks more like AL to me but I see a bit of Tony in him as well. I’m so happy for you both. Ada can’t wait for her first playdate.
xoxo
July 21st, 2008 at 12:23 pm
Hurray! Jai means “victory” in Hindi, and this little guy really is! Can’t wait until the three of you get home.
L, L, & R
July 21st, 2008 at 12:50 pm
OHHHHHH my god.. he is adorable! CONGRATULATIONS. I am happy to hear that both mommy and baby are doing great. Tony thanks for sharing the pictures so quick! YOU BOTH ARE AMAZING.
I have to agree he looks like Ana Lisa!
WELCOME BABY J!
July 21st, 2008 at 1:27 pm
Welcome to the world, Jaiel! And, congratulations Ana Lisa and Tony - he truly is an amazing wonder, and cute to boot!! Can’t wait to meet him in person.
July 21st, 2008 at 2:08 pm
What a gorgeous little guy! We’re so happy for you guys and can’t wait to meet Jai. I also agree he looks more like AL. Looking forward to lots of playdates!
Love, P,G, A & J
July 21st, 2008 at 3:35 pm
CONGRATULATIONS! Too adorable, that’s all I can say.
Hugs & slobbery wet kisses to the little from all of us. We love you guys!
Vince, Michele, Jacob, Jared & Emma.
July 21st, 2008 at 3:46 pm
Welcome to this world, little Jaiel Amare. I absolutely love the name. I must admit I’ve been waiting to hear what you might pick out, guys. I knew it wouldn’t be something like Bill or Ted (love the subtleties there, by the way.) :) I can’t wait to swing by Philly someday to meet him. We love you all and wish you the best as you learn to know each other and do all the important things - eat, sleep, snuggle and poop (Jaiel, that is.) :)
July 21st, 2008 at 4:03 pm
What a great gift to the world! We are so happy for you! He’s beautiful (thank goodness he looks like AL!(: Remember…with kids the days are long but the years fly by! Savor all the moments! Can’t wait to meet him! Love, Lisa, Nick, Malcolm, Caelan, Izzy
July 21st, 2008 at 4:08 pm
Congratulations to the 3 of you! We’re so glad this day has finally arrived and all has gone well. Jaiel is adorable and we love you all!
Cheryl and Yoder (sure missed you at the Yoder reunion….see you at the next one!)
July 21st, 2008 at 4:09 pm
Well duh, I meant “Cheryl and Verton”! Had Yoder on the brain I guess..sheesh!
July 21st, 2008 at 4:58 pm
Congrats. He is beautiful! I am so happy for you. Hope you are all settling into this nicely. Sara Cohen
July 21st, 2008 at 5:00 pm
We add our welcome to precious Jaiel and our congrats to you parents, grandparents…. what a cutie he is! We can’t wait to welcome him in person! For now, cuddle him for us!
Much love,
Marion and Ellie
July 21st, 2008 at 6:49 pm
We are so happy for you!! We were thinking of you the whole day, can’t wait to meet Jaiel in person, are so, so, happy!! YAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!
July 21st, 2008 at 8:30 pm
YEA!!!! JAIEL welcome to Beaumont AVenue babe!! We have have been anxiously awaiting your arrival and are celebrating your birth!!! Hurry and get growing boy you got play dates to keep.
Much love Uzi, Sledge, Donno & Judi
July 21st, 2008 at 8:55 pm
Jai Guru Deva Om. so many tonight are giving thanks and honor to this “victory.” all my love, nicole
July 21st, 2008 at 9:18 pm
Oh, my! He is gorgeous! Wonderful name. I am so happy for all three of you. Have a wonderful time loving up on him and please post more pictures.
July 21st, 2008 at 9:35 pm
Baby J in the house! Welcome to the world. Tony & Anna Lisa I am so happy for you. I have prayed for this day to be perfect for you guys for the last 8 months. Enjoy your new gift. It’s a match made in heaven. Anna Lisa welcome to the honor socity world of breast feeding!!!!!!!!!!
July 21st, 2008 at 9:37 pm
We are celebrating the new arrival with wine and chocolate ice-cream, stories, and laughter! JAI JAI JAI!
I am so happy for you.
Love,
Naomi
July 21st, 2008 at 11:04 pm
Just wonderful, guys! Your faithful followers in North Carolina are grinning from ear to ear.
All the best,
Eric
July 22nd, 2008 at 9:37 am
Am I the first Lapp to electronically welcome the little guy? Congratulations, happy healing and good luck with all those diaper changes. We’re sorry you can’t make it to the reunion but we will all be thinking of you and will toast you all (but especially Jai) with Wilbur Buds.
Love,
Jessica
July 22nd, 2008 at 9:52 am
YAY!!!
New baby! YAY!!
best wishes from Brendan! YAY!
July 22nd, 2008 at 3:12 pm
Congratulations! What great news!
And I couldn’t help but giggle at the Gypsy Kings reference, remembering that place in Guatemala City where you took us to hear some great GK-esque music… and a Silvio tune or two… I’d say Jai is off to a good start in the music department too…
Un abrazo canadiense,
Bryan
July 23rd, 2008 at 4:59 am
Congrats, AL, T, and Jai!
He is a beautiful boy! You two done good, real good. I can’t wait to meet him in person sometime around mid Aug. This makes coming home all the more special.
Peace and as much sleep as possible to all.
Jud.
July 29th, 2008 at 5:27 pm
Congratulations Tony and Ana Lisa-
Jaiel is beautiful! Stroll on by 4731 Osage Ave. sometime- we’d love to meet him in person!