Lady Dar's First Walk from Winnipeg Blues: Saturday, November 30th!

 



Wondering how baby and chloe are doing? Home yet? I just spent morning at walk in clinic (Bladder infection) Bennie on top of ladder watching downhill skiing I am off to the shoreline shortly Love to all Judy Xo Hi Judy Blue/Benny and The Jets! When does Benny enter his first ski competition? That rascal!!! Sorry to hear about your bladder infection. Chloë has been similarly uncomfortable, for other reasons, obviously, [pain killers, in the main], over last few days but her "pipes" seemed to be returning to "normal" yesterday afternoon so she was more than pleased, as you can well imagine.

Until Rowan James and Chloë fall into a routine Lady Dar will be staying with her. She walked in the door, [Emily, Chloë's doula, was there for a couple of hours after LD left], close to 10:00 am and showered/changed and packed up some more clothes before I drove her to IGA for a G & M. Then back to Chloë's place. Chloë had been alone for an hour or so but all well on the new mother new baby front. Before I left Lady Dar and I moved a swinging bassinet from her bedroom downstairs to the living room. She uses a smaller, flat crib, [actually an "insert" for bassinet.], on her bed, during the night and wanted to have Rowan up off the floor when in kitchen, etc. Must away to do my shouldares. Hello to the warden and inmates at The Shoreline! Stay well. Fondestos and Cheers, Patrizzio!

Mother, gran, and RJ all look wonderful. It is quite brave of Chloe, though I am not 100% sure of her age 😉 It must feel quite special to be grandparents again after what 20 years? Short email today as I have much organizing to do in the Vail house before leaving on Monday. Kisses to the new mother and baby for me please.  Hope to visit one of these days! P.S. I go to San Diego / LA a few times these days.  Let me know when y'all go see Ayn! XOXO

Patrizzio .........Thanks to all of you for taking the time to share your most excellent news. Rowan is a beautiful baby and Chloe looks amazing especially after all she went through. Special times for you guys and we really appreciated being able to share a few minutes with all of you. Give James a hug from us.
Gerry

Hello Trailer Trash People! Thanks for the lovely thoughts and best wishes for both Rowan and Chloë. It was terrific to see you and chat and know all goes well. You both look wonderful so it must be life in a trailer park that is responsible! As you heard, Rowan James and his entourage, were discharged last Friday so action has now shifted to Winnipeg Street. Fondestos to you both. Stay well. Cheers, Patrizzio! Pics: Here are a few of the snapolas from last afternoon and then, last two, later that evening, at hospital; What Rowan James will look like in ten months! Hi again, Kids! Here are a few more snaps of The Boxer, taken over last couple days at Winnipeg Street! Cheers, Patrizzio!
 
Hello Fartos, This Monday we are going to enjoy the Peachland Look-Out under the capable leadership of our seasoned Chuck Fletcher! This will be a true Monday style hike. We will gather at the Summerland IGA parking lot at 9:00AM. Pentictonites will need to assemble at 8:40AM at the NE corner of Warren and Atkinson (see attached). Upon completion of this happy outing we will relax, socialize, hydrate, ponder on next week's outing at a venue of your choice, TBD! See you Monday, Aart Bard

Rowan James Makes the Move to Winnipeg Street: Friday, November 29th!

The natural power of breastfeeding is one of the greatest wonders of the world. It is about real love. It is about caring and celebrating the wondrous joy of nurturing a new life. It is about enjoying being a woman. Anwar Fazal

If I can do no more, let my name stand among those who are willing to bear ridicule and reproach for the truth's sake, and so earn some right to rejoice when the victory is won. -Louisa May Alcott, writer and reformist (29 Nov 1832-1888) 

Hi Grizzly Man! Please send along your gmail account, [as well as Rita's so Lady Dar can communicate directly], so that I can send larger files. Cheers, Patrizzio! Hi Chris! If you have a personal email account I can send, if you'd like, larger files. Tried yesterday but message was not able to be delivered. Cheers, Patrizzio! Here is the link to the short video I took yesterday afternoon. Rowan James looks like a tiny pugilist with the mitts used to keep him from scratching himself with his fingernails.

I'm just a Patrizzio wannabe, til the end of November! Here is the email you can send to. Rita, since retiring has elected to piggyback upon our vip email account. Now for the 2 km morning mail trek. And two - count 'em - two - baby sitting gigs today. Bill Rocky II and More! I'll try to call you when I expect things will have settled down, at least a little. Then again, I'll be leaving for the Island on 27 December. Fondestos di ritorno, Kjell

Hello Famiglia Durston! I collected Rowan James and his entourage around 11:30 am this morning to take them home, to Chloë's place. I stayed there while Lady Dar went to do a host of errands, picking up things Chloë needed. While there I held RJ and helped Chloë whenever she needed assistance. [He's such a delightful little chap and now really doesn't fuss or cry except when being changed and is hungry. Then he can shriek with the best of them! In between changes and feedings he sleeps quite peacefully, either when being held or in his bassinet.] I also cooked up dinner, (ground turkey for burritos), when I was released from RJ duty! When Lady Dar returned I headed home to do two set of shouldares before I returned to Winnipeg. The Sisterhood had already eaten so I opened a bottle of wine and enjoyed the delish turkey while we watched Four Weddings and a Funeral. Although I we had seen it when it was released, around 1994, I believe, I was delighted to see it again as I had forgotten most of the wonderful dialogue, even if I knew the basic plot. 

Rowan James slept peacefully, cradled in his Grandmother's arms, for most of the film and when it was over it was determined that it was time for a diaper change, before feeding time at the Zoo. Since I was not needed for any of this activity, I repaired to the kitchen to put away the dishes I'd done earlier and then I headed everyone goodnight. Back home I replied to a few messages, [while sipping a 14 year old Tomintoul, a most pleasant Speyside which I think most would find rather appealing], and as soon as I sent them along, I hit the hay. Fondestos and Cheers, Patrizzio! Pics: Rowan James moves into Winnipeg Street with his huge feet!!!

Hello Arthur's Pass People!  Thanks for congratulations and best wishes, especially from New Zealand! What a wonderful trip! We were first there, [With Clara/Dusty and Chloë], in 1992, after five weeks in Australia. However, we first explored South Island before crossing from Picton to Wellington. Pleased your weather has been terrific.

Not sure what our Winter travel plans will be until Rowan James and Chloë fall into a routine and she feels comfortable enough to be left alone. For next few weeks, Lady Dar will be staying with her. Ayn is flying up on December 12th, for the weekend. We will not be driving down to LA for Christmas this year but more likely later in the Spring. Again, will depend on all sorts of things related, in the main, to Rowan James. Travel safely. Stay well. Fondestos and Cheers, Patrizzio! Pics: Rowan James on his last afternoon and evening at the hospital; Then, using his  huge feet, he moved into Winnipeg Street!!!

Spending Thanksgiving with Adrian in Vail, after apartment shopping in Denver tomorrow. Adrian starts his new job there Jan 1. All excited about the move!  Miranda is now a de-greed therapist. Still going through licensing requirements etc. I recently committed to working full time again as CFO of a fast growing mortgage lender. I am helping them expand to other states.  The owners love me and threw a lot of money at me. Since there are no worthy men in sight, I might as well LOL ...Trust you guys are doing well. XOXO Ruth Chang

Hi CFO Ruth! Congratulations to you, Ruth, on your new job! Hip Hip Hooray! Pleased to hear about Adrian's move/new job and Miranda's qualification as a therapist. All the best to both of them. Fondestos from Lady Dar to you, Adrian and Miranda. Travel safely over Thanksgiving weekend, especially given blizzard conditions. Stay well. Cheers, Patrizzio!

Dear Patrick and Corinne, Congratulations! You are Grandparents to your daughter Chloe’s firstborn son. Rowan James. You all must be pretty proud and the love shows on your faces. I am happy that the little guy’s birth went well and mother Chloe can indulge in giving her son her unconditional love.

I just got back from a trip to Wpg. to celebrate my Mothers 103^rd birthday. She still is in amazing good health and plans to stay a little while longer. The picture is of my brother Dan’s children and their children. For years my mom would bring her grandchildren here for a visit since they were five years old. Now they have their own children. I thought I would go early in November to beat the freezing cold. Well I hit a snow storm in Calgary, the flight was diverted to Edmonton there to endure more delays. After a fifteen hour flight I crawled into bed early Monday morning Sept. 11^th and managed to get a few hours sleep before the birthday party at the Inn at the Forks.

Today we are spending the day observing Tree Arborists trimming all the trees on our property. They are in the midst of hoisting themselves up to the tops of trees with their ropes. Amazing to watch. They are both from Winnipeg.

John is in the kitchen perfecting his pizza dough and sauce for our Friday night treat. John taped the history of Country Music and we are into our fifth night. The talent of these performers and their lives is extraordinary. How talented  was country music that they were able to express themselves with so much emotion. You certainly can’t find that emotional expression in rock and roll or in today’s music. Their stories were amazing and most of the performers started at very young ages. They were incredibly poor farm children growing up in the twenties and thirties perfecting their talent.

I have finally finished writing my book after ten years. Fifty-five thousand words and twenty-two chapters:  a God a Dog Searching for LOVE. It is a Fantasy. A philosophical, psychological story of an Olympian God who takes you through the extremes of love and chaos. The dialogue is of a God a Dog and his excursion into the collective mind of both. The God becomes a hero. Transformation saves his family from death. He travels through centuries searching for love in a new Godden Age. Guided by Socrates who says, Zeus, “The unexamined life is not worth living, you must know thy self.” In his search for love he is guided by the wisdom of Saint Leonard (Cohen) in the Tower of Song on his new Mount Olympus. It is narrated by Benson an immortal Dalmatian. It is a love story, romantic, sexual and erotic.

John is doing the second edit. We both have dialogue in the story. My niece’s husband has designed the book cover. My childhood friend Ilena will be doing the audio on the book. She is a professional singer and sang at my  mom’s 100^th birthday. Thank you for connecting dear old friends. Do send us updates on your life. Love, Jean and John

Hi Over The Salish Sea People! Congratulations to you, Jean, on your Mother's 103rd birthday! Hip Hip Hooray! Congratulations on your book, as well. Pleased that everything seems to be coming together with respect to publishing, with an audio version in the works as well. Multi-media! Wow! Cover looks terrific!

Thanks for congratulations and best wishes on Rowan James and to Chloë. It has really been quite a remarkable, remarkable pregnancy and safe birth, given the fact that it seemed, over a year ago, that it would not be possible for Chloë to conceive. And yet, Rowan James is now living proof of the exciting new life we have been fortunate enough to be blessed with. 

 

Both Corinne and I congratulate Chloë for her strength and perseverance over the course of her pregnancy, one which, due, primarily, to her age, was not always easy or without concern. Yet she always remained strong and ever optimistic and did what ever was required to ensure the health of her unborn child.

Until Rowan James and Chloë fall into a routine Lady Dar will be staying with her. [She just walked in the door and will shower and change and pack up some more clothes before I drive her downtown for a G & M and then back to Chloë 's place. Emily, Chloë's doula, is there now, for a couple of hours.] Ayn is flying up on December 12th, for the weekend. We are looking forward to seeing her as we will not be traveling to LA for Christmas this year. Stay well. Fondestos and Cheers, Patrizzio! Pics: Rowan James and his giant's feet, which he put to good use when he walked all the way from the hospital to Winnipeg Street!!!

Wanted: Someone to lead the Old Farts hike this coming Thursday. You get to: -choose the destination -lead the troops -even choose the location for coffee. And….I will put out the notice for you. Please let me know soon if this position is right for you! I can be reached here. Cheers, Jim

 

Making the Digital Ping Pong Switch from Telus to Shaw Blues: Thursday, November 28th!

There are three reasons for breast-feeding: the milk is always at the right temperature; it comes in attractive containers; and the cat can't get it. Irena Chalmers

Milk Happy Rowan!

Hello again, Dear, Dear Friends! Thank you all, so very, very much, for the extremely warm wishes and expressions of love and congratulations sent to Chloë and Rowan James, and to both Corine and I. [I trust, as time allows, that I will be able to send everyone an individual message, in the not too, too distant future. To better facilitate this I plan to hire Rowan James as my Secretary!] 
Many of you know that it has really been quite a remarkable, remarkable pregnancy and safe birth, given the fact that it seemed, over a year ago, that it would not be possible for Chloë to conceive.

And yet, Rowan James is now living proof of the exciting new life we have been fortunate enough to be blessed with. Both Corinne and I congratulate Chloë for her strength and perseverance over the course of her pregnancy, one which, due, primarily, to her age, was not always easy or without concern. Yet she always remained strong and ever optimistic and did what ever was required to ensure the health of her unborn child. For They Are Jolly Good Fellows! Hip Hip Hooray!!!

All of the pictures, but one, were taken by Katie, one of Chloë's marvelously supportive friends, Tuesday evening, November 26th, about an hour or two after Rowan James was delivered. The last one shows a very sleepy lad, in a milk stupor, after finally figuring out how to latch, this morning! Of course, this has been critical, and now that the process seems to be understood, and acted upon, we look forward to taking both mother and child home, probably this coming Saturday. Given the fact that Chloë underwent a Caesarean, she is, quite understandably, sore and tender, and staff want to make sure that healing goes well, in this regard, before she is discharged.
 

All of us couldn't be happier with Rowan James and are grateful for his safe delivery and healthy condition. I know I speak for Chloë and Corinne when I reiterate our thanks to everyone for the best wishes and affection you have so generously offered and expressed. Must away as I've been charged with preparing a large salad for Chloë, when I head back to the hospital shortly. Apparently I don't have to worry about Rowan James now as he has signed up for Meals on Heels! As Irena Chalmers observed: There are three reasons for breast-feeding: the milk is always at the right temperature; it comes in attractive containers; and the cat can't get it. Fondestos and Cheers, Poppa "Hemmingway" Patrizzio! Pics: Tuesday evening; Milk Bar Boy!

Clo's address please, Maya, Have you had the DTAP shot for diptheria and whooping cough? thanks Corinne Hi Kids! With the birth of Rowan James, Lady Dar is staying with Chloë, in the hospital, probably until Friday, as she delivered by Caesarean. This being the case I have a ticket for today's showing, at the Landmark. If any one is interested or knows of someone who can use ticket, let me know and I'll plan accordingly. Thanks and Cheers, Patrizzio!

Hi Kids! Here is link to video I took this afternoon! Must away to pick up Sushi! Cheers, Burns Street Take-Away Driver! Link: https://youtu.be/UfuHy7TZ8tU What a great video I've never seen Chloe looking more beautiful and Rowan is simply wonderful!! I've watched this ten times Lol Hi Ms Tinsel Town! Thanks for the glowing endorsement as I was severely chastised for posting because Rocky's Kranky Mom hasn't done so yet! 

Palooka Joe, [I adore the mittens you sent as I think they are perfect boxing gloves for the Feather Weight Class he qualifies for right now!], was in fine form this evening, complaining loudly as he was nekkid and left all alone on hospital bed while we had a feast of food from Sushi Heaven and he only had stinkin' formula beforehand! Word of Advice: I think I'd wear a HazMat suit when next changing him as he might well give The Sisterhood a little squirt as a way to let them know he was not amused! Kid's cajones are bigger than mine so watch out, peoplages! 

Chloë, and her entourage, will probably be discharged tomorrow so action will shift to Winnipeg Street. Staff at PRH have been extremely attentive and helpful so Chloë is well prepared. Of course Super G-Nana will be there for continuing help and emotional support, although I must say that one of the nurses, Erin, [lovely, lovely young woman, with four children, (two are twin girls), who lives in Sendero Canyon, close to townhouse where Chloë used to live!], had to show her how to hold the Boxer, more  appropriately, when feeding him. That being said, her diaper changing skills are still top drawer! 

Must away to attack a bottle of malt that has been crying out from the cabinet since well before Rowan James made the scene. Happy Thanksgiving to one and all. Much Love and Affection, Burns Street Bistro Grossly Underpaid Food Delivery Driver, Über-Grandpère Patrizzio! Pics: From this afternoon and then, last two, this evening; What Rowan James will look like in ten months!

Hi Kjell! Thanks for the best wishes and congratulations. I do deserve to be severely admonished as I had fully intended to reply to your earlier request for contact information, etc. No excuses but plenty of reasons, mainly that the business of every day life somehow seemed to come between me and my good intentions. At any rate, FaceTime, if you desire live contact, is probably best way to communicate, using my email address. I seem to have some sort of trouble with my Skype account. Not sure why but is isn't working, at the moment. Here is our home number while this is the one for my cellulare.

Just back from the hospital. I had picked up Japanese take-away beforehand as The Sisterhood had decided that was what they wanted. Trust you are well. Fondestos and Cheers, Patrizzio! Hi Elaine! Thanks for the glowing endorsement of red heads! Fondestos and Cheers, Patrizzio!

   

Pat, thanks for the txgiving wishes! Laury and Nora
 

Thanksgiving Grace 2019

Mankind’s toughest trials lie straight ahead. And if we fail, our species ends up dead Pure suicide: How we divvy up our wealth Bears no relation to our planet’s health.

Could anything be more clear? We cannot any more Mindlessly make weapons and wage our endless war There has to be international cooperation To keep a habitable world in operation. Our very survival hinges on our making peace- Fair play and trust can provide the needed grease.

Behold our buoyant clouds, deep rivers and dark woodsThe light, the blossoms, nature’s myriad moods: No world more beautiful exists!

Can we not change our patterns and thereby persist? It’s up to us or, poof, humans go extinct- A possibility, alas, now far too distinct.

But let’s give thanks because, imperiled, we’ve still got a chance. If not? Our sweet dear molecules re-join the cosmic dance. But enough with these rough, recondite ruminations! It’s time for us to feast with copious libations! -David Kessler

Rowan James and The Learn to Latch Blues: Wednesday, November 27th!

For the newborn and wise, everything begins small. ― Suzy Kassem

Hello The Strong, Strong Sisterhood! Love and Congratulations, again, Chloë, for delivering such a lovely, lovely, handsome, handsome little chap! Hip Hip Hooray! For He's a Jolly Good Fellow!!! Thanks, as well, to Katie, for all your continuing friendship and generous support. Trust you managed some sleep last night and that your drive back to Vernon, this morning, went well. Thanks, of course, to G-Nana/Nana for all her on-site patience and experienced care. How did last night go? Was everyone able to get any sleep? 

At any rate, I'm waiting for a call, whenever it suits and I'll come to the hospital. Let me know what you might like me to bring, in terms of food or drink, or anything else, for that matter. Must away to put another log on the fire so house is cosy for Lady Dar when she comes home for a bit of break, perhaps to have a snooze with Duke! Much, much Warm Love to Rowan James and his Proud Mother and even Prouder Grandmother! Cheers, Grandfather/Dad/Patrizzio! Pics: Last night with Rowan James and Co.

Hello Lady Dar and Mama Pajama! Here are the phone numbers to call: Brad at Nu-Floors; Paula Caldwell, (at All Seasons?), Alphonso at Edward Jones. Chat soon. Love and Cheers to Rowan James! Pics: From this morning! Thanks for the photos! I left Chloe’s at 6 this morning and it was a dark but fine drive home. At work but very tired! Thank you for the salad and wine last night. I’m glad that we got to wait for the news together! ❤️ Give mama and that sweet boy a squeeze for me today. Xo Katie 


Hi Early Morning Commuter! Glad was fine. Yes, indeed, it was simply wonderful to have you at home to receive and share the wonderfully, wonderfully exciting news! I popped back to the hospital around 9:00 am this morning as Chloë wanted the breast pump and related paraphernalia. The night went fairly well for all three of them. Lady Dar held Rowan from 4:00 am to 6:00 am so that Chloë could try to get a bit of rest. She had him in crib beside bed but couldn't really sleep as whenever he made a noise she jerked awake if she was dozing. Nurses were wonderful, however. Lady Dar had a pillow over her head at one point, so Chloë didn't wan to wake her and called night duty nurse to give her RJ! 

When I arrived one of the nurses was feeding Rowan from a small cup and he ate about an ounce of formula and then proceeded to fall into a deep, contented sleep! Earlier, they jabbed his tiny heel, [He didn't even squeak!], to check his blood sugar. It was a bit low so that is why the feeding occurred. I held him while Lady Dar went to cafeteria for bacon as she loves the way it is done there. Unfortunately, for her, only sausages this morning.

While she was away the nurse returned and explained how the breast pump should be handled, etc. Chloë tried but nothing expressed before I left. She is to repeat every two or three hours and Rowan's blood sugar will be checked at around the same time interval, to ensure all is well. Lady Dar had already changed two rather "tar" diapers before I arrived and he was also sneezing so he seems to be expelling what needs to be expelled. Once this phase is more or less complete, the nurse felt he would probably feel hungry and perhaps start to latch.

I'll probably head back to the hospital when Lady Dar feels she needs a bit of a break. Otherwise, all goes exceedingly well an we are beginning to settle in to the new rhythm of having the care and feeding of Rowan James. Hello and Fondestos to all the Vernon Contingent. Stay well. Chat soon. Thanks and Cheers, Poppa Patrizzio! PS:When you have a moment could you send along any snaps you took when we were all together at the hospital last night. Thanks! Pics: Rowan James and The Adoring Sisterhood! I gave squeezes as ordered!

Hello Dear Friends in London, Cornwall, France/Vancouver! Yesterday, around 5:30 pm, by Caesarean, Lady Dar called to announce the birth of Rowan James, a healthy, bouncing baby boy, 8 lbs, 6 1/2 ozs, with red hair! Hip Hip Hooray! 

I'll make my way to the hospital when next summoned by Lady Dar! Fondestos to one and all. Cheers, Patrizzio! Pics: Poppa Hemmingway sending out News Flashes! Last night and then this morning!

Hi grams and gramps I am sorry I won't be able to use the ticket I forgot it was our last birding day with a soup lunch followed by a sonc mtg Love to all of you
Hope chloe and Rowan are doing well Snd will be home soon Love Judy Xo Keep me posted Hi Birder Woman!Too, too bad about conflict but I'm sure I can find someone who might be interested and free. Fondestos and Cheers, Patrizzio!


Hi Kids! With the birth of Rowan James, [a healthy, bouncing baby boy, 8 lbs, 6 1/2 ozs, with red hair! Hip Hip Hooray!], yesterday, Lady Dar is staying with Chloë, in the hospital, probably until Friday, as she delivered by Caesarean. This being the case I have a ticket for tomorrow's showing, at the Landmark. If any one is interested or knows of someone who can use ticket, let me know and I'll plan accordingly. Thanks and Cheers, Patrizzio!

Hello Island Folk, Mainland and Overseas Friends! Presenting Rowan James Dunn, born yesterday, around 5:00 pm, a healthy, bouncing baby boy, 8 lbs, 6 1/2 ozs, with red hair! Hip Hip Hooray! Stay well. Fondestos to one and all. Cheers, Patrizzio!

Last StretchThe Rowan James Birthday Blues: Tuesday, November 26th!

Let choice whisper in your ear and love murmur in your heart. Be ready. Here comes life. —Maya Angelou

Hello Well Wishers, near and far! Just had a call from Lady Dar. She and Chloë were back at the hospital this morning, after a relatively comfortable night. She has now been administered a different drug, Oxytocin. [The Sisterhood probably knows this name but I thought Lady Dar said OxyContin!] The body naturally produces the hormone oxytocin to stimulate contractions. Pitocin and Syntocinon are brand name medications that are forms of oxytocin. They can be given through an IV at low doses to stimulate contractions.

Before that, the team tried to rupture her membrane but were unsuccessful. Next attempt will be made around noon so Lady Dar thought they were in for the long haul now. I have been commanded to prepare carrot sticks for snacks so must away to do Her Royal Imperiousness's bidding! Keep your ears close to the radio for News Flashes! Cheers, Patrizzio, Cub Reporter, [Sorry Flash!], Penticton Regional Hospital Beat, broadcasting from The Burns Street Bistro where malt selection is far, far better and within easy reach! Pic: Malt and More! Waiting for more good news. Thanks Elaine👍🥕AEB

Good Morning, I am home from my holiday and back at it.  Hope November worked out well for you.  December is a busy month for all of us; some of the group is away for the winter and some can't make it. If each of us take one night we should be able to cover with no problem. NOTE: Hazel wants to do a THANK YOU luncheon at the café for us. Dates she is thinking of are: Sunday December 15, Monday December 16, Sunday January 5, Monday January 6

Please let me know what date you prefer and I will pass it on. Carole

DECEMBER DREAM CAFE VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE

 

Thursday  Dec. 5  Matt Patershuk & Steve Dawson

Friday Dec. 6 Knackers Yard Saturday  Dec. 7      Big Hanks's Tribute to the  Blues Songs of Christmas

Tuesday Dec. 10 Elliot Brood SOLD OUT*

Friday Dec. 13  Mark Berube presents KLIFFS

Saturday Dec. 14 Brent Taylor's Big Love Christmas   Show with guests Thursday

Dec. 19 Andrew Allen's Christmas Show Friday Dec. 20 Van Django Saturday Dec. 21 Van Django

Hi Carole! Welcome back! I can do Tuesday, December 10th. For lunch, either January 5th or 6th would be best, although I could manage the December dates if group opts for one of them. On another matter, I have myself down for Thursday, November 28th, but according to schedule Hazel sent out earlier I'm not listed for that evening. Can someone confirm, either one way or another. Thanks and Cheers, Patrizzio! 

Hi Patrick ..... thanks for being so prompt. I have put you down for the sold out show on December 10th. I have Jacquie down for this Thursday. I had to do a lot of rearranging for November, sorry for the confusion. For the lunch I am thinking January would be best, will let you know as soon as I get everyone's preference. me  

Hi again, Carole! Thanks for December shift and for clarifying this coming Thursday. You do a wonderful job so please don't apologize. I just wanted to make sure shift was covered. Lunch sounds terrific, whichever date is selected. Cheers, Patrizzio! I would love to be at the Dream for Dec 19 and 21 show. Dec 16 or Jan 6 would work for a get together. I love Christmas! Greta

Hi Patrick - got one here at winery address. Received two messages at my gmail address - but didn't get that second one here! Very odd. So let's go forward using the gmail address. It seems more reliable! Sounds like you had a wonderful trip this past August - how nice! I'm so glad to know now about Chloe's pregnancy and at this point, almost birth - keep me posted after delivery. Very exciting! Pat

Hello Famiglia! About an hour ago now, gynecologist made the decision to perform a Caesarean as the baby was not responding as expected to the Pitocin. Lady Dar, in full OR regalia, phoned me just after Chloë was taken into OR for an epidural. Katie drove here to collect me but apparently we won't be able to see Chloë and new baby until 7:00 pm, +/-, depending on how operation goes, etc. Katie has already downed three bottles of our best red. Not bad work for a vegetarian. She only had one helping of the salad I made so one knows where her priorities lie!

Must away to open another case of wine! Will be in touch again as soon as we have more exciting news! Cheers, Patrizzio! Pics: Ones that Katie took, on Sunday, at Bad Tattoo and then on their walk along Lakeshore; today at hospital with doula, Emily! Duke concerned about Chloë. Still life with wine and salad! 
 

Hi Patrizzia! Lovely to chat earlier. I've sent a number of earlier messages so trust they will arrive! Cheers, Patrizzio! Hi Patrick - got one at the winery address. Received two messages at my gmail address  - but didn't get that second one here! Very odd. So let's go forward using the gmail address. It seems more reliable!

Sounds like you had a wonderful trip this past August - how nice! I'm so glad to know now about Chloe's pregnancy and at this point, almost birth - keep me posted after delivery. Very exciting! Pat

Thanks for hosting bridge last nite I wud like to use the movie ticket But forgot to take it with me If you haven't got another taker shud I pick it up or meet u there Thoughts and love to all especially chloe znd Rowan Hi Judy Patrick will be going but he is always last minute so you should pick it up before. Chloe is in labour but mild contractions after her water was broken. Hoping they pick up.
Corinne Xox 

Poppa, [Hemmingway], in waiting! I was on my computer sending breaking news stories to friends and family as the on-site reporter, Lady Darjeeling, broadcasting from Room 206, on the Maternity Ward, at Penticton Regionl Hospital, relayed latest turn of events, while Katie was talking to Maya, on The Sunshine Coast!  

Hello again, News Starved, Dear Friends and Famiglia! Corinne just called a few minutes ago and Rowan James is a healthy, bouncing baby boy, 8 lbs, 6 1/2 ozs, with red hair! Chloë was just being wheeled into recovery room and Katie and I won't be able to see her and Rowan until around 7:30 pm. Will send more snaps when we've visited. Hip Hip Hooray! Pic: Presenting Rowan James!!!!

When Katie and I arrived, Rowan was sleeping peacefully, on Chloë, skin to skin. Katie and I cradled him at different times and around 9:00 pm I drove Lady Dar back to our place to have a shower and a bite to eat and two glasses of wine! We toasted Rowan James and Chloë! Back to the hospital and after visiting a bit more both Katie and I said our goodbyes. Katie was going to spend the night at Chloë's place as she had to be at work next day. She planned to leave at 6:00 am to be there on time. Lady Dar was to spend the night to be an on-call Nana! 

Christina Tassell Hi Patrick, waiting is the hardest game! Let’s us know as soon as it happens, love to Chloe and all ❤️❤️ Staying at Kirsty’s place minding the dogs! [We wait with bated breath, although the breath has a high alcohol content! Hope it went well! Cactus] Hi Teens and Trevor and Pooches! The Waiting Game is over, as you already know! Thanks for all the good wishes. Cheers, Patrizzio!

Awesome news! Love to all!!!!! Barb Yes give Chloe and Rowan best wishes Patti Hello Family! Ayn Wow!!! George Congratulations so happy for all of you!! Send pic when you can. ;) Much love and hugs  Michelle Welcome, Rowan James!! 

Give our love to all. -Alastair and Kirsten and the girls. Congratulations to all!!!!!

AEB Big boy! AEB Can't really tell -- boy or girl? Susan Wow... thanks so much for including us on the baby thread!!! We are so excited to welcome baby Rowan 🙂 Hugs Suzanne, Leandro, Javier and Luciana Wahoo!!!!! Wonderful news
Congrats grandpa :) so happy all is well
Send all our love Send pics of the baby :) Nicole Congrats and cheers to the grandparents of Rowan James.
Welcome to the world Rowan, and a big hug for the new Mom. Jos and Aart Exciting news! Congratulations and love to you all! Speedy recovery to Chloë. I remember the weeks it took me and time to get back to my usual self. Looking forward to photos 💕 Take care, Ariane 

Dear Chloe, Corinne and Pat! Congratulations Chloe! And Grammy and Gramps! We are so thrilled to hear Rowan James has arrived. What a beautiful boy! He suits is lovely name. We look forward to meeting Rowan and seeing you all in the New Year. Enjoy getting to know him and take good care. Lots of love, Jane, George y Morita xxoo Patrick, Congratulations to Chloe, Corinne and you. Welcome to the world Rowan James ✨💕 Pamela Great news. Congratulations to you all. Look forward to pics. Hugs Elaine  

Patrick & Lady Dar, Congrats and happiness avec the new arrival 8 pounds Boy--Bingo! Enjoy and start your family history--a written record..Paddy me -lad--grandad DBJS & Vicky Congratulations on your new grandson! This will be a boy you can bounce on your knee. Welcome Rowan, to the world! Rita says that boy looks like his grandpa. I think he looks like Winston Churchill. Congrats, Grandma and Grandpa. Bill That’s awesome! How is Chloe? Kid Chelene So great and congratulations 💓 Tammi Great. So happy for everyone. Pauline and mick Hi Patrick and Corinne, Warmest congratulations to Chloe and welcome baby Rowan James! Hope Chloe is recovering well. Thank you for sharing this wonderful news. Best wishes and thinking of you with love, Zoe, Matthew and kiddos

 

Congratulations to Chloe and her new son Rowan. Also to you and Corinne, now the fun will start. LOL Judi Congratulations Patrick and Corinne and Chloe! Welcome baby Rowan! Such happy news! Hanneke Hi Chloe, Rowan, Corinne and Patrick, Great news! Congratulations and best wishes from us on the safe arrival of Rowan. Will be in touch again when we get home. Love to all Tina and Trevor So,so glad that all is well, please give Chloë a big hug from us and give little Rowan a little kiss from all in Oz❤️❤️ Christina Congratulations to all of you! Best Wishes to Mama Chloë and baby Rowan! He looks so healthy and beautiful! 😊 That's wonderful news! Congrats to everyone and a big welcome to baby Rowan! Olly Ohhh, He's so cute!!! Welcome to motherhood Chloe! Olga Delightful!!! Enjoy every second!!! Send our love to Mama and baby Rowan! ( and what a fabulous middle name for the little lad!) Much love Marilyn xoxo 

 

Welcome Rowan James, that is fabulous news! We are thrilled to bits, best wishes to Chloe and all the family. xoxoxoxoxoxoxo Kathleen Hi Kathleen Thanks for the good wishes. How is Zoe doing? Hugs Corinne Hurray! Welcome, Rowan James! Congratulations and our best wishes from Basel to Chloë and the family, Sabine, Simon and kids Congrats to your family and to Chloë!!!!! I’m glad everything went well!!! 🥰 Cheers~Stephanie & Silas We wish Chloë and newest member of the clan all the best and hope to meet the little guy soon! Nicole and Mario Congratulations Chloe and proud grandparents. He looks like a real bruiser. Best wishes to Rowan for a happy life.Peter Great news Granpa, crack another. Love to all. S ✨

Congratulations to the new grandma & grandpa! I am so happy for all of you
I can hardly wait to meet the new lad. I understand he's a red head. How big is he? His name? And any other details. Love to all, Lynette Hi Lynette Rowan James is a red head. He was 8 lbs 6.5 oz, 20.5 “ long and was born at 5:41 pm by C-section. He’s a cutie Hugs Corinne Congratulations to you all. Love Kenton Cousins. Congratulations to one and all. Hope Chloë is fine. Is that red hair I see? GlasgowSo glad for the new arrival and many fond wishes to you all Have a great winter with fun in the snow. See you next May hugs from Gill and Phil Wonderful news Patrick...congratulations to Chloe and baby Rowan James. Now...what are YOU going to call him?🤔. Dianne Congratulations to the Grandparents!! Great news. enjoy 😊 Anne & Andrew What exciting news! I'm glad all went well and congrats to all of you! Patrizzia and the Grumpster

Congrats to all! Hazel  Sally and Filmer send our congratulations to your family and welcome to the World Rowan James. Congrats again! See you soon! Maya Oh no, that kid looks like his grandpa!
Great Uncle George He is a red head and so cute Nana Corinne Congrats to All!
Aloha from Kauai, Congrats to Chloë and the proud grandparents. Can you remember how to burp a baby ? Or change a diaper? And wonderful times ahead.... all those lovely children’s books to read again ( my favourite is still Shirley Hughes ) . Watching all the Disney movies again , being introduced to Cars the movie ... my favourite lightening McQueen. Pepper pig , Dora the explorer. Paw patrol, my favourite Marshall. LEGO and playmobile. I could go on, and it will all happen so quickly. So exciting for you all Cheers Congratulations grandpa! Happy for you all! Margareta CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL! Susan Hi Everyone in the expanding Dunn family. Congrats to all, especially Sweet Chloe. I am so glad every thing g worked out well, and the little guy is well... Cheers.. Bill Dempster  

Dear Chloe—Many many congratulations to you and to the proud grandparents on the newest addition to the family. Rowan James looks to be a real sweetheart and a lovely healthy boy. We’re really happy for you and very proud of you too. All the best. With much love, Lynnie and Peter XOXOXO What wonderful news!! So glad all is well❤️. You now have a willing subject for your camera Grandpa! PS I have a nephew named Rowan. All the best Lou

Dear Chloe, Corinne and Patrick Mazel Tov and Conagratulations!!! Luv, Susan Congrats to All! Kathryn Wow what news!  Becoming a grandpa again.  Congrats!  Please kiss Chloe and baby for me. Send more photos. Hope to see the whole gang soon! Ruth Chang Dear Chloe—Many many congratulations to you and to the proud grandparents on the newest addition to the family. Rowan James looks to be a real sweetheart and a lovely healthy boy. We’re really happy for you and very proud of you too. All the best. With much love, Lynnie and Peter XOXOXO CONGRATULATIONS to YOU GUYS!!! Warm wishes from the warm place 😎 Mike

Dear Corinne, Chloe & Patrick, Wonderful news. Look forward to hearing all about the birth of Rowan. Do hope mother and baby are doing well. Much love💕 to the four of you, Rosemary XXX Thank you so much as Chloe had a C- section we are still at the hospital for several more days. Rowan is absolutely adorable. We are so happy he was born safely. How are renos going? Talk soon hugs Corinne Congratulations! So exciting. Thank you so much for the photos! Can’t wait to meet Rowan in person. Big hugs to you all and especially Chloë! Talk soon I hope!! Xoxo Carol/Bruno

I am so happy for you all, for Chloe and of course you Pat and Corinne. Most of all for Rowan James. He couldn't have been born into a better family or a better country or (dare I say) a better century. Love to you all. Jim/Zircon Well, congratulations all! Wonderful news! I like the photo of the baby lying on Chloe. She has such a lovely look on her face. I can see that everyone's life will change with the little one here. Exciting chapters to come and I'm looking forward to lovely long missives from you! Good choice of name too. Very nice! Lots of love to all! Jane Congratulations to mother and grandparents alike! Fabulous! I did not even know Chloe was pregnant! Bestestos and fondestos to everyone concerned, Kjell
 

Many many congratulations to all!! What a lovely name and such a beautiful baby - well done Chloë ! Wishing Chloë and Rowan all the very best. Lots of love Penny and Mike xx 🥂😘Dear Patrick, Dear Chloe Congratulations to your healthy boy! It‘s great to hear everything is ok 👍 Wish you all the best and much love on the further way. Max, Monica & Family Dear Poppa Hemingway
Thx for all the pics You truly are exceptional in your photos and accompanying words Love to all of you And hugs Especially for Rowan James and chloe PS you now have to share the women in your life with Rowan Xo Judy 

Hi Patrick, Corrine, Chloe and Rowan, It is good to see you all doing well. Making Rowan your secretary is an excellent idea. When he is two, I have some practical tips on colouring his PhD thesis. Cheers from Grand parenting HQ in Edmonton, Tim and Marian So sweet! The photos brought tears to my eyes!

Love to all of you. Lynette But...have you taught him the "Durstan club" or is it the "Durstan1NT" yet? and of course, very important...what is his nickname...?  Congrats Grandma and Grandpa. So exciting!! Hugs, Janet Scott Awwww Susan Finlay

Congratulations! We are over the moon excited for Chloe, Corinne and yourself . Remember in Croatia I told you your life would change forever . And you reprimanded telling me what difference will a baby make . Well I see Rowan James has already made an impact you - your kindness, thoughtfulness and pride is shining through . And there isn’t one sentence about your bike trip dipsy toddles in this email !! Our biggest hug to Chloe . I will see you all next week .
Michele Definitely a proud grand parent. So happy all are well. Matt/Glasgow! Aww they are both just beautiful!!! Thanks for sharing pics. Congratulations all. Well done !! Cousin Michelle 

Kathleen Gray Heaps of hugs! Hildegard Schmidt CONGRATULATIONS Dearest all Congratulations for Rowan James and much much love from me! He looks so very cute and healthy. I'm very glad for you all. I'm very much looking forward to hearing from you again. Best wishes and a big hug to all of you, especially Chloë! Fiona Beautiful little fella love to everyone. Steve Dear Chloe, Patrick and Corinne and wee Rowan! Such wonderful news about the new addition to your wonderful family. Rowan you look to be a very healthy baby. Chloe--bravo and we hope that you are resting as much as possible with your beautiful baby snuggled up close. You must all be over the moon!!! Please know that we are celebrating with you even if it is from Victoria. Take care and enjoy each day. Such precious times to share together. Sending you all our love Jo-Anne and Colin 👍👍👍👍👍!

Hi Patrick, Thank you for the photos and wonderful news again. You and Corinne were so kind to us during my appointments in Vancouver during my difficult times.... IVF was not what I expected but we ended up with our boys and it is 11.5 years since they arrived! Chloë looks fantastic and Rowen obviously loves his Momma 💕. Both you and Corinne are certainly blessed to have them close and be part of these wonderful precious moments! Congratulations again and please come shopping at my house for LEGO and a Thomas train toys and books and all those crazy expensive things! I have so much to move out of my house and find new homes for. 😂😍 Enjoy these milk drunk days and as you know the fun is just beginning💕💕💕  Take care, Ariane
 

Dearest happy family, Beautiful and happy pictures.Thank you for sharing these special moments with us. Enjoy Rowan James, and all his little explorations and big adventures. Big hugs, Jos and Aart Hi Patrick grandpa lovely pictures. Mom and baby look happy together so exciting Look forward to meeting this fine fellow. Dianne Good afternoon and welcome to Rowen. We were thrilled to get Pat’s note about the baby’s arrival and glad that everyone is doing well. Chloe’s dream has come true. We hope to come through Penticton on our ski trip in the new year and look forward to seeing you all then. LOL Gregg and Francesca Sir Pat and Lady Dar, Chloe and Rowan James. Fantastic news. Well done dear Chloe. Great pics too. Shall phone in weekend. Lots of love. Sir James and Lady Patricia. xx

What great news!!!!!!!!!!!!! Congratulations to you and Corinne and Chloe The baby has arrived and is a darling bouncy baby boy! Rowen James..nice strong boy's name..Lovely photos and you all look so happy and are undeniably proud grandparents He's a lucky baby to have you to himself. Very happy and wishing all the best this coming holiday season Best Christmas present ever right??
Hugs,...Elle🙏🤗🤗❤️ 

Hi Patrick Love all the photos.So very happy for you all. Hooray for red-heads! Keep sending these wonderful pics. Love Elaine I somehow get the feeling that this guy is a pretty welcome extension to the family. Fondestos di ritorno, Kjell Hi Patrice, A huge congratulations on your beautiful new grandson! What a wonderful blessing and I am sure a beginning of a fantastic new chapter in your lives. We will very much look forward to meeting Rowan and seeing you guys as well. When is your Christmas party again?. I was wondering if we might be able to come up and see you guys but need to check dates and confer with Colleen. Take care and have a great day 😊 Al 

Hi Patrick and family, Congratulations guys, that is all great news. Love to you all. Colin and Evi Patrizzio, Thanks for the pictures and words. Chloe looks the model of contentment, and the little fellow is handsome indeed! Bill & Rita Alan Waldron Aww soooo sweet ❤️. Thanks so much for sharing..love you guys and can't wait to meet baby Rowan in person. Xoxo Sara Jane McGillivray Oh yay!! Congratulations, Chloe and Rowan. Pat and Corrine - how wonderful for you. Beautiful, beautiful boy. So happy for you. Rebecca Sutherland Omg he’s adorable Silvana Harwood How wonderful. Congrats to all! Elly Cornelius Aaaaw Roman James you are Gorgeous. 😍😍 Congratulations Chloe,Patrick and Corinne. All our love Elly & Tony. xx 

Hi Patrick, And congratulations on your expanded dynasty - RJ is a fine looking addition. And best wishes to Chloe - she must be feeling quite proud of her accomplishment. All is well here but certainly not as exciting as your Penticton situations. All the best, john Peggy Connors Congratulations Dermot Shirley Looking forward to the 'Okanagan-Similkameen Stroller Pushing' missives.

Annemarie Bartlome Concratulations!!! Chloe, Corrine, Pat, all the best!!! And for the beautiful boy...wellcome on the earth...we wish you a wonderful life🙏
Heather MacIver Aucoin Meikle Congratulations!

Colleen Teahan Waldron So precious!!!! 💓 Carol Daglish HUGE congratulations grandparents. What a little beauty he is ❤️😘 Lynn Copeland All best! Happy grand parenting….from an experienced gran, there is nothing like it. May he grow up healthy and happy Theresa Hildegard Schmidt 👍👍🤗🤗🙋‍🙋‍♀️ How very wonderful. Mike and I are in New Zealand for 3 weeks, currently at Arthur's pass. We've had great weather. Enjoyed the north island and are now exploring the south island. Congratulations to you all. Best to Baby Rowen and his mom, and to you grandparents. Marilyn & Mike Maggie Carr Congrats!

Dear Patrick Our sincere congratulations to Cloe for the birth of Rowan James. It is so beautiful that everything went well and we can see such a happy mother and of course very proud grandparents. The first pictures of the little boy are fantastic and also the grandparents ... they just melt away ...!! Anyway, we wish you all a nice and exciting time with Rowan James. Our dearest greetings.Rudy and Annemarie Hi Patrick and Corrine, congratulations guys, enjoy that beautiful baby xx

Sylvia Sutherland Congratulations to you all! He is adorable! Bill Dempster Beautiful except I think he has more hair than me!! Congratulations Chloe
Michele Darrow-Sutherland I think you are just slightly besotted ...can we talk about grand babies now !! Elly Cornelius So sorry I just noticed that spellcheck wronged me again! 🙄😡 Rowan James 😍😍 Jessica Lewis Congrats Chloe. Welcome to motherhood. YOU LOOK GREAT AND THE BABY IS BEAUTIFUL.
Verneen Mincey 🎉🎉💖💖 Congratulations Cheers Jill Roth Congratulations grandpa Barbara Durston Love the video Grandpa!!!💕

Bob Altwein Bravo Baby! Yien Chin Congratulations on becoming grandparents and well done to Chloe. He is exquisite! Joanne Trueman He’s adorable. Love the name. Hugs to all of you. Eleanora Ciccozzi Congratulations Chloe!! What a beautiful child! You look amazing and I am so happy for you!!! Much love Elinor
Eleanora Ciccozzi Hi Patrick and Corinne! What a blessing to have a new grand-baby join your amazing family. He's a beautiful baby and he doesn't know how lucky he is yet!! Lots of love to you both, Elinor Suzanne Broughton Halpenny He is so beautiful!!! And Chloe looks wonderful! So happy for everyone Rhoda Maccormick OMG - amazing - congratulations! Judy B Pratt Love the video ❤️

Dear Chloe, Corinne and Pat Congratulations from all of us to Chloes birth given to Rowan James with our warmest wishes for health and happiness in your new life for both of you. Thank you grandpa Patrick for these wonderful lovely pictures of Chloe with Rowan in pure luck! Eveline and Heinz P.S. Eveline is well recovered, we look forward to a Christmas Party with all Rothenbühlers and friends. Hi! OH! He is BEAUTIFUL! Thank you so much for sharing! Congrats to Chloe, and to all of you! Can't wait to meet him. :) xoxo, Never Never Hi pat:

Congrats to you and corinne- very exciting times for sure Please give my best wishes to chloe; I hope she is doing well Talk soon Chris CONGRATULATIONS ON THE BIRTH OF ROWAN JAMES 🐣 Hope all is well with mother and son. Look forward to Patrick’s regular updates and continual photo gallery picturing the growth of Rowan James. You now have additional responsibilities taking on the role of grandparents once again. Much love 💕 to you all, Rosemary XXX Agata Bienias Congratulations Chloe!!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

For Rowan's Baby Book:

Congratulations to Rowan James and Chloe

Awesome news! Love to all!!!!! Barb Yes give Chloe and Rowan best wishes Patti Hello Family! Ayn Wow!!! George Congratulations so happy for all of you!! Send pic when you can. ;) Much love and hugs  Michelle Welcome, Rowan James!! 

Give our love to all. -Alastair and Kirsten and the girls. Congratulations to all!!!!!

AEB Big boy! AEB Can't really tell -- boy or girl? Susan Wow... thanks so much for including us on the baby thread!!! We are so excited to welcome baby Rowan 🙂 Hugs Suzanne, Leandro, Javier and Luciana 

Wahoo!!!!! Wonderful news Congrats grandpa :) so happy all is well
Send all our love Send pics of the baby :) Nicole Congrats and cheers to the grandparents of Rowan James. Welcome to the world Rowan, and a big hug for the new Mom. Jos and Aart Exciting news! Congratulations and love to you all! Speedy recovery to Chloë. I remember the weeks it took me and time to get back to my usual self. Looking forward to photos 💕 Take care, Ariane 

Dear Chloe, Corinne and Pat! Congratulations Chloe! And Grammy and Gramps! We are so thrilled to hear Rowan James has arrived. What a beautiful boy! He suits is lovely name. We look forward to meeting Rowan and seeing you all in the New Year. Enjoy getting to know him and take good care. Lots of love, Jane, George y Morita xxoo Patrick, Congratulations to Chloe, Corinne and you. Welcome to the world Rowan James ✨💕 Pamela Great news. Congratulations to you all. Look forward to pics. Hugs Elaine  Patrick & Lady Dar, Congrats and happiness avec the new arrival 8 pounds Boy--Bingo! Enjoy and start your family history--a written record..Paddy me -lad--grandad DBJS & Vicky 

Congratulations on your new grandson! This will be a boy you can bounce on your knee. Welcome Rowan, to the world! Rita says that boy looks like his grandpa. I think he looks like Winston Churchill. Congrats, Grandma and Grandpa. Bill That’s awesome! How is Chloe? Kid Chelene So great and congratulations 💓 Tammi Great. So happy for everyone. Pauline and mick Hi Patrick and Corinne, Warmest congratulations to Chloe and welcome baby Rowan James! Hope Chloe is recovering well. Thank you for sharing this wonderful news. Best wishes and thinking of you with love, Zoe, Matthew and kiddos

Congratulations to Chloe and her new son Rowan. Also to you and Corinne, now the fun will start. LOL Judi Congratulations Patrick and Corinne and Chloe! Welcome baby Rowan! Such happy news! Hanneke Hi Chloe, Rowan, Corinne and Patrick, Great news! Congratulations and best wishes from us on the safe arrival of Rowan. Will be in touch again when we get home. Love to all Tina and Trevor So,so glad that all is well, please give Chloë a big hug from us and give little Rowan a little kiss from all in Oz❤❤Christina

Congratulations to all of you! Best Wishes to Mama Chloë and baby Rowan! He looks so healthy and beautiful!  That's wonderful news! Congrats to everyone and a big welcome to baby Rowan! Olly Ohhh, He's so cute!!! Welcome to motherhood Chloe! Olga Delightful!!! Enjoy every second!!! Send our love to Mama and baby Rowan! ( and what a fabulous middle name for the little lad!) Much love Marilyn xoxo Welcome Rowan James, that is fabulous news! We are thrilled to bits, best wishes to Chloe and all the family. xoxoxoxoxoxoxo Kathleen Hi Kathleen Thanks for the good wishes. How is Zoe doing? Hugs Corinne

Hurray! Welcome, Rowan James! Congratulations and our best wishes from Basel to Chloë and the family, Sabine, Simon and kids Congrats to your family and to Chloë!!!!! I’m glad everything went well!!!  Cheers~Stephanie & Silas We wish Chloë and newest member of the clan all the best and hope to meet the little guy soon! Nicole and Mario Congratulations Chloe and proud grandparents. He looks like a real bruiser. Best wishes to Rowan for a happy life.Peter Great news Granpa, crack another. Love to all. Steve

Congratulations to the new grandma & grandpa! I am so happy for all of you
I can hardly wait to meet the new lad. I understand he's a red head. How big is he? His name? And any other details. Love to all, Lynette Hi Lynette Rowan James is a red head. He was 8 lbs 6.5 oz, 20.5 “ long and was born at 5:41 pm by C-section. He’s a cutie Hugs Corinne Congratulations to you all. Love Kenton Cousins. Congratulations to one and all. Hope Chloë is fine. Is that red hair I see? GlasgowSo glad for the new arrival and many fond wishes to you all Have a great winter with fun in the snow. See you next May hugs from Gill and Phil Wonderful news Patrick...congratulations to Chloe and baby Rowan James. Now...what are YOU going to call him? Dianne Congratulations to the Grandparents!! Great news. enjoy Anne & Andrew What exciting news! I'm glad all went well and congrats to all of you! Patrizzia and the Grumpster

Congrats to all! Hazel CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL! Susan Sally and Filmer send our congratulations to your family and welcome to the World Rowan James. Congrats again! See you soon! Maya Oh no, that kid looks like his grandpa! Great Uncle George He is a red head and so cute Nana Corinne Congrats to All!

Aloha from Kauai, Congrats to Chloë and the proud grandparents. Can you remember how to burp a baby ? Or change a diaper? And wonderful times ahead.... all those lovely children’s books to read again ( my favourite is still Shirley Hughes ) Watching all the Disney movies again , being introduced to Cars the movie ... my favourite lightening McQueen. Pepper pig , Dora the explorer. Paw patrol, my favourite Marshall. LEGO and playmobile.I could go on, and it will all happen so quickly. So exciting for you all Cheers Mick and Polly! Congratulations grandpa! Happy for you all! Magareta Hi Everyone in the expanding Dunn family. Congrats to all, especially Sweet Chloe. I am so glad every thing g worked out well, and the little guy is well... Cheers.. Bill Dempster Dear Chloe, Corinne and Patrick Mazel Tov and Conagratulations!!! Luv, Susan Congrats to All! Kathryn Wow what news!  Becoming a grandpa again. Congrats! Please kiss Chloe and baby for me.  Send more photos.  Hope to see the whole gang soon! Ruth Chang 

Dear Chloe—Many many congratulations to you and to the proud grandparents on the newest addition to the family. Rowan James looks to be a real sweetheart and a lovely healthy boy. We’re really happy for you and very proud of you too. All the best. With much love, Lynnie and Peter XOXOXO What wonderful news!! So glad all is well❤️. You now have a willing subject for your camera Grandpa! PS I have a nephew named Rowan. All the best Lou

Dear Chloe, Corinne and Patrick Mazel Tov and Conagratulations!!! Luv, Susan Congrats to All! Kathryn Wow what news!  Becoming a grandpa again.  Congrats!  Please kiss Chloe and baby for me. Send more photos. Hope to see the whole gang soon! Ruth Chang Dear Chloe—Many many congratulations to you and to the proud grandparents on the newest addition to the family. Rowan James looks to be a real sweetheart and a lovely healthy boy. We’re really happy for you and very proud of you too. All the best. With much love, Lynnie and Peter XOXOXO CONGRATULATIONS to YOU GUYS!!! Warm wishes from the warm place 😎 

Dear Corinne, Chloe & Patrick, Wonderful news. Look forward to hearing all about the birth of Rowan. Do hope mother and baby are doing well. Much love💕 to the four of you, Rosemary XXX Thank you so much as Chloe had a C- section we are still at the hospital for several more days. Rowan is absolutely adorable. We are so happy he was born safely. How are renos going? Talk soon
hugs Corinne Congratulations! So exciting. Thank you so much for the photos! Can’t wait to meet Rowan in person. Big hugs to you all and especially Chloë! Talk soon I hope!! Xoxo Carol/Bruno

I am so happy for you all, for Chloe and of course you Pat and Corinne. Most of all for Rowan James. He couldn't have been born into a better family or a better country or (dare I say) a better century. Love to you all. Jim/Zircon Well, congratulations all! Wonderful news! I like the photo of the baby lying on Chloe. She has such a lovely look on her face. I can see that everyone's life will change with the little one here. Exciting chapters to come and I'm looking forward to lovely long missives from you! Good choice of name too. Very nice! Lots of love to all! Jane Congratulations to mother and grandparents alike! Fabulous! I did not even know Chloe was pregnant! Bestestos and fondestos to everyone concerned, Kjell
 

Many many congratulations to all!! What a lovely name and such a beautiful baby - well done Chloë ! Wishing Chloë and Rowan all the very best. Lots of love Penny and Mike xx 🥂😘Dear Patrick, Dear Chloe Congratulations to your healthy boy! It‘s great to hear everything is ok 👍 Wish you all the best and much love on the further way. Max, Monica & Family Dear Poppa Hemingway
Thx for all the pics You truly are exceptional in your photos and accompanying words Love to all of you And hugs Especially for Rowan James and chloe PS you now have to share the women in your life with Rowan Xo Judy 

Hi Patrick, Corrine, Chloe and Rowan, It is good to see you all doing well. Making Rowan your secretary is an excellent idea. When he is two, I have some practical tips on colouring his PhD thesis. Cheers from Grand parenting HQ in Edmonton, Tim and Marian So sweet! The photos brought tears to my eyes!

Love to all of you. Lynette But...have you taught him the "Durstan club" or is it the "Durstan1NT" yet? and of course, very important...what is his nickname...?  Congrats Grandma and Grandpa. So exciting!! Hugs, Janet Scott Awwww Susan Finlay

Congratulations! We are over the moon excited for Chloe, Corinne and yourself . Remember in Croatia I told you your life would change forever . And you reprimanded telling me what difference will a baby make . Well I see Rowan James has already made an impact you - your kindness, thoughtfulness and pride is shining through . And there isn’t one sentence about your bike trip dipsy toddles in this email !! Our biggest hug to Chloe . I will see you all next week .
Michele Definitely a proud grand parent. So happy all are well. Matt/Glasgow! Aww they are both just beautiful!!! Thanks for sharing pics. Congratulations all. Well done !! Cousin Michelle