Baby Keoni

This is Keith writing.  I don't want to steal any of Carri's thunder, so I will leave out many details, but I do want to share God's latest blessing.  Keoni  (pronounced Kay-o'-nee) was born March 2, 2012 at 10:03am.  He weighed in at 9 pounds 11 oz. and was 20 inches long.   He does have a full Hawaiian name, but as of today this is the only part of his name that I can pronounce.  His middle name is not confirmed so I won't even mention it yet.  Keoni is Hawaiian for 'God is Gracious' (aka John).  Needless to say Carri is exhausted, but doing very well.  She is taking up residence at the luxurious Good Samaritan Hospital and will be checking out on Tuesday.  She does have her phone with her so she can check her email and texts, if you wish to send her a greeting.  

I have attached a recent photo of him and yes, as you can see he looks like a baby.  God is gracious and we praise Him for this gift.  We have been blessed with yet another arrow for our quiver and our prayer is that someday we will get to shoot them one by one into the world for the glory of God.

        Behold, children are a heritage from the LORD,
        the fruit of the womb a reward.
    Like arrows in the hand of a warrior
        are the children of one's youth.)
    Blessed is the man
        who fills his quiver with them!
    He shall not be put to shame
        when he speaks with his enemies in the gate.
(Psalm 127:3-5)

Keoni at 24 Hours Old