ANTLE/GREEN - Wally and Michelle Green are proud to announce the safe arrival of their first child, Erin Rechelle, born on June 5, 2004 at 8:40 p.m., weighing 7 lbs., 2 ozs., at the Health Sciences Center. The proud grandparents are Wallace and Daphne Green and Harold and Clara Antle of Victoria, NL. A special thanks to Dr. White and the staff of the HSC, especially the nursing staff of the Case Room.
June 19, 2004

ANTHONY/O'DEA - It is with great joy and pride that Don and Kelly announce the birth of WILLIAM FABIAN, born June 3^rd, 2004 at 6:10 p.m. What a catch at 8 lbs. 7 ounces, and 21"! Proud grandparents of this little charmer are Catherine O'Dea, Fabian O'Dea, Don Anthony Sr., and Jim and Emily Bown. Great thanks are extended to the many professionals at the Women's Health Clinic and to a large circle of well-wishing family and friends. Love and marriage and the baby carriage!
July 31, 2004

BIRMINGHAM - Troy and Tara (Roberts) are thrilled to announce the arrival of their first born, Alexander Harold. Born on Monday, June 14^th, 2004 at 12:17 p.m., weighing 7 lbs. ¼ oz. Proud grandparents are Harold & Ida Roberts and Roger & Barbara Birmingham. Special thank you to Dr. Woodland, Dr. Bartellas and the prenatal staff at the Health Sciences Centre.
June 26, 2004

BREEN/HALL - Big sister Bridget is happy to announce the arrival of her new baby brother Kai Bodhi William Breen Hall. Kai was born on June 5^th and weighed 8 lbs 4 oz and is 22 inches long. Mom Lesley and Dad Jude would like to thank the Breen and Hall families, relatives and friends for all their continued support. Thanks to all the great staff at the Health Sciences especially nurse/midwife Robin, nurses Ramona and Beverely, Drs O'Grady, Tennant, and Mossman for great skill and care the second time around.
June 19, 2004

BREEN - Rod and Arlene (Salter) along with big brother Luke are thrilled to announce the addition of a beautiful baby girl to the family. Molly Lauren Breen was born at the Health Sciences Centre on June 23, 2004, at 12:04 p.m., weighing 8 lbs. 4 ozs. Proud grandparents are Stan and Elizabeth Breen of St. John's and Frank and Edna Salter of Kentville, N.S. Nanny Madeline Salter smiles proudly from heaven. Special thanks to Dr. Ripley, Dr. Roche, Dr. Wheeler, caseroom nurse Shannon Cooney, and nursing staff of 5NB for their excellent care.
July 10, 2004

BROWNE/GILLIES - Noel Browne and Meg Gillies are pleased to announce the birth of Finbar Patrick, born on June 11, 2004, at 4:35 p.m. weighing 7 lbs. 14 ozs. "Finn" is also welcomed by grandparents, William Gillies and Noel and Christina Browne. Many thanks to all the medical staff for their excellent care.
July 17, 2004

BROWN/HISCOCK - Stephen and Cathy are tinkled pink to announce the safe arrival of their first child, a precious little girl, Madison Paige, born on June 11, 2004, at 11:16 a.m., weighing 4 lbs. 12 ozs. Ecstatic first-time grandparents are Gary and Judy Brown and Ralph and Ethel Hiscock. Many thanks to Dr. Kravitz for her prenatal care. Special thanks to Dr. Butler and Dr. Hanni. Big thanks to the Caseroom staff and staff of 5NB. As well, Mommy and Madison would like to say a big thanks to Daddy for his wonderful coaching with love; also, to Nanny Hiscock for being assistant coach.
June 19, 2004

BUTT - Nicole and David are thrilled to announce the arrival of their precious son Keegan David Butt, born June 13, 2004, weighing 8 lbs., 10 oz. Proud grandparents are Pauline and Willis Elms and Rhoda Butt and Barry Roberts. Thank you to Dr. Kum and the doctors and nurses in the caseroom and 5NB for all their support.
08/21/04

BYRNE - Tom & Jo-ann (Sacrey) are delighted to announce the birth of their son, Thomas Joseph, on June 13, 2004. 3^rd grandson for "Mamgu" - Ruth (Joseph) Sacrey & "Poppy" Dan Sacrey. 1^st grandson of the late Tom & Sheilagh (O'Regan) Byrne who are proudly watching over him!
10/23/04

CARLSON - Marc & Christine (Hunt) are overjoyed to announce the June 26^th, 2004 arrival of their beautiful baby girl, Hayley Marie at Kelowna General Hospital, Kelowna, B.C. Also welcoming Hayley are proud first time grandparents Mary & Joe Hunt & Mary Warford & Bob & Isabel Carlson, as well as aunt Karen Hunt & uncle Adam Carlson. Hayley is the eight great-grandchild for Mrs. Irma Duggan & the second for Mrs. Margaret Hunt. Special thanks to Dr. Taraposky & coaches Daddy & Karen Davis.
10/09/04

CARTER/NORMAN - Greg and Valarie (Carter) are thrilled to announce the early but safe arrival of their first child, a son, Carter Gregory, born June 20, 2004, weighing 6 lbs. 9½ ozs. Proud grandparents are Don and Theresa Carter of Mt. Pearl and Cyril and Bernice Norman also of Mt. Pearl. We want to say a special thanks to Aunt Bonnie for all her help. Also a special thanks to Dr. Kum and the caseroom staff, and the nurses of 5NB for all their excellent care.
July 24, 2004

CLARKE, MAYA - Hello. My parents, Jocelyn (Hill) and Darren are busy catching up on lost sleep, so I thought I'd help out with my announcement. I was born at Women's College Hospital, Toronto, on June 28, 2004, at 12:17 a.m. My name is Maya MacKenzie Juliette Clarke. My overjoyed first time grandparents are Jennifer and Graham Hill. So far we've posed for 156 photos together. Grandma Jennifer is really good at burping me. Aunt Deirdre is also a good burper and I like the gifts she brings from The GAP. I'm looking forward to meeting my other grandparents - Angela and Bill Clarke from Halifax. Can't wait to get solid food and do some scribbling on the walls. For now, I'm enjoying having my diaper changed on command
08/07/04

CLARKE/PARRELL - Our angel from heaven has finally arrived. Leo and Kathleen (Clarke) welcome with loving arms their first child, Julia Mary Claire, born on June 2, 2004 @ 11:06 a.m., weighing 7 lbs. 6 ozs. Extremely proud first-time grandparents are Dick & Mary Clarke and 6^th grandchild for Leo & Leone Parrell. Julia & Mommy thank Dr. Johanne Lacelle, the nursing staff of 5NB, as well as the caseroom staff, especially Dinah, Lorna, Sue & Regina for their excellent care. Julia sends lots of hugs & kisses to all the nursing staff at NICU for taking such good care of her and also sends extra love & cuddles to nurse Trudy who holds a special place in her heart. Mommy sends her love and thanks to Daddy as well for being such a good coach and for all his love and support.
July 03, 2004

CRUMMEY - Dr. Stephen Arthur Crummey and Mrs. Kerry Lynn Chaytor-Crummey are pleased to announce the birth of their first child, a daughter, born in Ottawa, ON on June 15, 2004 weighing 7 lbs., 1 oz. Sophie May Sarah Crummey is the first grandchild for Roy and Fran Chaytor (St. John's) and the fourth grandchild for Mazie Crummey (St. John's) and the late Arthur Crummey. Sophie is the first great-grandchild for Norman and Lillian Chaytor (St. John's). Sophie's aunts, uncles, and first cousins are Krista Chaytor and Evan Lipton (Toronto, ON), Karyn (nee Chaytor) and Geoffrey Blackwood (St. John's), Klark Chaytor (St. John's), Paul, Marilyn, Douglas and Matthew Crummey, (Frankford, ON), Michael Crummey (St. John's) and Peter Crummey, Kim Ronholm and Madison Crummey (Ottawa, ON). Stephen, Kerry and Sophie wish to thank all friends and family who have sent their best wishes throughout the pregnancy and since Sophie's birth.
July 24, 2004

DOWNEY/MURPHY - Shane and Nicole (Downey) are excited and proud to announce the healthy and safe arrival of their beautiful baby girl, Claire Alison, born Thursday, June 24, 2004, weighing 7 lbs. 8 oz. Proud grandparents are Ed and Rosemary Murphy and Doug and Ruth Downey. Special thanks to our family and friends for welcoming Claire with so much love. Thank you to Dr. Pike, Dr. Halley and the nurses of 5NB for all their excellent care.
July 10, 2004

EARLE - Chris and Tara (Coady) joyously announce the birth of their beautiful baby boy, Matthew James. Matthew arrived on Saturday, June 26, 2004 at 3:07 p.m. and weighed 8 lbs., 11 oz. Delighted grandparents are Gary and Elizabeth Earle and Edward (Jay) and Jean Coady. Smiling lovingly down from heaven is proud Grandma Carmelita Coady. Matthew is also welcomed by a large circle of family and friends. Many thanks are extended to Dr. Jeff White for excellent prenatal care and to Dr. Norah Duggan, Dr. Steve Parsons and caseroom nurse, Ruth Martin, for safely delivering Matthew. Mommy and Matthew thank Daddy and Poppa Jay for being such good coaches in the delivery room.
08/21/04

FIELD/SNOOK - Cynthia Snook & Val Field are thrilled to announce the arrival of their handsome little boy. Dakota Valance Field made his debut on June 16, 2004 at 8:18 p.m. at the Women's Health Centre, weighing 7 lbs. 4 ozs. Ecstatic about the arrival of their grandson are Manuel & Goretta Snook of Hr. Breton and Val & Barb Field of St. John's. Also welcoming Dakota's arrival are Aunt Cornelia, Uncle Matthew, Aunt Kelly & cousins Kiana, Kelsey & Adam. A special thanks to Dr. Kum, 5NB & all the caseroom doctors & nurses, especially nurse Kathy. Dakota & Mommy would like to say a special thank you to Nanny Snook for her support in the caseroom, and an extra special thank you to Daddy for his love and support during delivery and for being a fabulous coach.
June 26, 2004

FLEET/WHITE - Kay and Rodney are proud to announce the arrival of their baby girl, Abigail Hope, born June 25, 2004, weighing 6 lbs., 3½ ozs. Proud grandparents are Clayton (and the late Hope) Fleet of Mobile, Patricia White of Mobile and Errol White of St. John's.
July 17, 2004

GOULDING - William, Heather, big sister Katie and big brother David are happy to announce the arrival of Margaret Emily (Meggie) Goulding, at 3:51 a.m. on June 3, 2004 at the General Hospital, St. John's, weighing 8 lb., 1 oz. Proud grandparents are Maude and the late Allan Goulding of Gander, David and Daphne Hanrahan of Gander, as well as great-grandmother Mrs. Kathleen Hanrahan of Gander. Special thanks to Dr. Pauline Duke for pre-natal care, Dr. Bob Miller and the caseroom nurses for their professional care and guidance during her safe arrival.
June 19, 2004

GREENE - Terry, Sherry (Maher) and big sister Reagan are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of their precious baby boy, Matthew William, on June 5, 2004, weighing 9 lbs. 2 oz. Proud grandparents are Gerard and Helen Maher of Freshwater and Bill and Bride Greene of Ferndale. Many thanks to Dr. Penton and Dr. Roche for their excellent prenatal care and to Doctors Kravitz, Farag, Gabor and nurse Regina for the safe delivery of Matthew. A special thank you to Daddy and Nanny Maher for being such great coaches and to Bernadette and Toni for taking care of Reagan while Mommy and Matthew were in the hospital.
10/16/04

GULLIVER - Pat and Kim (nee English) are pleased to announce the birth of their second child, LIAM PATRICK, a little brother for Jeffery, born 28 June 04 at 9:07 a.m., 8 lbs. 7 ozs. Nick and Stella English's 5^th grandchild and the 10^th for Margaret and the Late John A. Gulliver.
08/21/04

HEFFERTON - Stephen and Rebecca (Watton) are delighted to announce the birth of their son Harrison Samuel. Baby Hefferton was born in Halifax on June 26, 2004, at 6:59 p.m., weighing 9 lbs, 6 oz and measuring 22 inches long. Welcoming Harrison are his proud grandparents Maxwell and Elizabeth Watton, Harold and Barbara Hefferton, and Great Gammie Rita Hefferton, and all his aunts, uncles, and cousins who are eagerly awaiting Baby's next visit home at Christmas. Many thanks to the IWK Health Centre for taking such special care of Baby and Mommy.
12/11/04

INGRAM - Harry and Michelle (Martin) are proud to announce the safe, but late, arrival of their first child, Abigail Catherine Marie, born June 24^th, 2004, at 1:56 p.m., weighing 8 lbs. 3 ozs. Celebrating as grandparents are Mary Martin, Dave Martin, Freeman Ingram and smiling lovingly down from heaven is Nanny Ingram. A special thanks to Dr. Patrick O'Shea for his kind and gentle ways, and for keeping us laughing the whole way through. Also, thanks to Dr. Pike for a safe delivery and to all the Caseroom staff and staff at 5 North B. And from Michelle, a special thanks to my mom and husband for their love and support.
08/14/04

MASON/QUINTON - Barbara and Peter are thrilled to announce the birth of their daughter, Alicia Janice, born 11:16 a.m., on June 7^th, 2004 weighing in at 5 lbs., 15 oz. Welcoming her into the world are her proud grandparents Barbara & Harold Mason and Eleanor & Albert Quinton and her excited brother, Brent. Also celebrating are her aunts Colleen, Sandra, and Vickie, uncles Michael and Mitchell, and cousins Brock and Alexander. A heartfelt thanks to Dr. Kravitz and all the nurses and doctors at the HSC caseroom, especially Cathy and Trina.
11/06/04

MASSEY/NASH - Rajash and Corinne (Nash) are thrilled to announce the early but safe arrival of their first child, Samuel Leo, born on June 3^rd, 2004 at 3:10 p.m., weighing 4 lbs., 14 oz. at the HSC. Samuel is welcomed by proud first-time grandparents Leo and Emily Nash of Mt. Pearl and the Massey's of St. John's. A very special thanks to Nanny and Poppy Nash for their support while awaiting Samuel's arrival. Thank you to Dr. Kravitz, the nurses of the Prenatal Homecare Program and 5NB for mommy's pre and postnatal care, and all of the nurses and doctors in the caseroom for their excellent care.
July 03, 2004

McGUIRE - Leanne (Scott) & Mark are proud to announce the birth of their first child, Kyle Joseph Allan, born June 29^th, 2004 at 7:11 p.m., weighing 5 lbs., 9 ozs. Very proud grandparents are Allan & Shirley Scott and Joseph McGuire of Gander. Kyle also has a special guardian Angel, Nanny (Kathy) McGuire. Proud great-grandparents are Helena and Maxwell Bauld and Harriett Scott. A very special thank-you to all the Caseroom staff especially nurses Linda and Dinah, Dr. Kum & Dr. House, and the nurses of 5 North B. Also thank-you to Dr. Kravitz and her team and Dr. Young for the excellent pre-natal care.
10/23/04

MCGRATH - Born in time for Poppy's birthday, June 13, 2004, Jerome Michael, weighing 7 lbs. 13 ozs. Second child of Randy and Sheri (Walsh), baby brother for Monique. Second grandchild for Randy & Cathy McGrath of Shea Heights and second great-grandchild for Mike McGrath of Shea Heights.
09/04/04

MCGRATH/CONWAY - Gerard and Roxanne are proud to announce the birth of their baby girl, Emily Marie, who was born on June 5, 2004 at Cambridge Memorial Hospital, Cambridge, Ontario, weighing 7 lbs. 13 oz. Also very proud is her big sister Kristina and grandparents Kevin and Rita Conway of St. Bride's and Betty McGrath of CBS. Many thanks to Dr. Strauss and the 4^th floor nursing staff at Cambridge Memorial.
10/30/04

MORRIS - Greg, Heather (Warren) & big sister Erin are delighted to announce the safe arrival of baby brother Ian Gregory on June 10^th, 2004. Daddy's new hockey buddy topped the scales at 7 lbs., 12 oz. Proud grandparents Lloyd& Ruby Warren, Wayne & Marie Morris couldn't be happier. Special thanks to aunt Janet, especially during the delivery, as well to Dr. O'Shea, the caseroom nurses & nurses from 5NB.
08/14/04

MURPHY - Into this wonderous world of many wonders, one more wonder came. Tom and Karla (Haley) are proud to announce the safe arrival of their first child, Haley Rose, on June 16, 2004 at 11:45 am, weighing 7 lbs. 3 oz. at IWK Hospital in Halifax. Haley is welcomed by grandparents Thomas & Clara Murphy of Witless Bay, Marg Haley of Corner Brook, Rick Haley of Lawn. Great-grandmothers Rose O'Driscoll of Tors Cove, Rita Haley of Lawn and Genevieve Turpin of St. Lawrence.
"We have been blessed"
09/18/04

MURPHY - Shane and Nicole (Downey) are excited and proud to announce the healthy and safe arrival of their beautiful baby girl, Claire Alison, born Thursday, June 24, 2004, weighing 7 lbs. 8 oz. Proud grandparents are Ed and Rosemary Murphy and Doug and Ruth Downey. Special thanks to our family and friends for welcoming Claire with so much love. Thank you to Dr. Pike, Dr. Halley and the nurses of 5NB for all their excellent care.
July 10, 2004

O'BRIEN - Johnny and Tammy are delighted to announce the birth of their baby boy, Johnathan Douglas O'Brien. Born on June 12^th, 2004, weighing 7 lbs., 3 ozs. Johnathan is welcomed by proud grandparents Doug & Shirley Smith, Greer O'Brien, John O'Brien, PJ. & his little buddy Duncan. Special thanks to Dr. Bartellas, Dr. Gill & and the staff & nurses of the caseroom & 5NB.
July 17, 2004

O'BRIEN/WHITE - Darrell, Gillian and big sister Jennifer would like to announce the safe arrival of Sofia Lynn. Sofia was born June 22, 2004 at the Rogaland Central Hospital in Stavanger, Norway, weighing 7 lbs 12 oz. Proud Grandparents include Barbara & Ken O'Brien and Donald White. Also welcoming Sofia are Uncle Mike O'Brien, Aunt Donna & Uncle Craig Stone, and cousins Katie & Andrew Stone. Watching over Sofia from Heaven is Nanny Cynthia White. Sofia looks forward to her first visit to St. John's in August.
July 31, 2004

O'DRISCOLL - Wayne and Cherie (nee Williams) are tickled pink to announce the arrival of their beautiful baby girl, Liliana Rose, born June 22, 2004, weighing 7 lbs. 10¾ ozs. Welcoming Liliana are proud first time grandparents John and Edwina Williams, fifth time grandparents Allan and Josephine O'Driscoll, great-grandmothers Rose O'Driscoll and Lorraine Williams, Aunt Rosanne, Uncles Ricky, Loyola (Yvette), Darrell (Claudette), and Allan, and cousins Paige, Kaitlyn, Mitchell, and Brittany. Thanks to Dr. Seviour, caseroom and 5NB staff, and to ICU nurses Jennifer and Deanne for your excellent care. Thanks to Dr. Hillman and Dr. Kravitz for wonderful prenatal care. Liliana and Mommy would like to thank Daddy and Grandma Williams for all of your love and support, you are the greatest and we love you so much!
09/04/04

O'LEARY - Patrick and Tammy (Wheaton) are delighted to announce the birth of their precious baby girl, Abagail Joanne Jane, who was born June 20, 2004, at 10:20 a.m., weighing 7 lbs. 6½ ozs. Proud grandparents are Joseph and Mary O'Leary, Heber and Ruby Wheaton and all of our friends and family. Special thanks go to Aunt Sue O'Leary for being a great labour coach, and the nurses of the caseroom and NICU and 5NB for their excellent care.
08/28/04

OLMSTEAD - Janet, Colin and big brother Kyle are thrilled to announce the arrival of Jaden Marilyn on Friday, June 18, 2004 at 4:17 a.m., weighing 8 lbs. 10½ oz. Jaden is welcomed with love by grandparents Ruby and Denis Murphy, Jeanette Beaulieu (Pat Mooney) and Douglas Olmstead (Mary Colbert). We would like to thank Drs. Jardine and Pike, caseroom nurses and the staff at 5NB for the excellent care we received.
12/11/04

PEARCEY - Geoff and Jennifer (nee Nevill) thank God for the safe and healthy arrival of their precious baby girl, Rachel Elizabeth, who came to join us two months early at the Health Sciences Centre on June 8, 2004, weighing 2 lbs. 15 oz. Celebrating with them are big sister Grace, proud grandparents Peter and Ruth Nevill, Art and June Pearcey, Bertha and Gordon Williams, great-grandmother Nina Hart, Aunt Cathy and Uncle Jason Pearcey and Aunt Joanna and Uncle Noel Brunger. Many thanks to Dr. Roche, lactation consultant Olive Goobie, and all the wonderful staff of the Neo-Natal Intensive Care Unit.
08/07/04

PENDERGAST- David, Renée (nee Christopher) and big sister Olivia are delighted to announce the birth of their second angel. Abigail Maria arrived on June 6, 2004 at 8:15 p.m., weighing 8 lbs. 10 oz. Abigail is welcomed with love by her grandparents Doug and Sheila Pendergast, Steve and Mercedes Christopher, as well as a circle of family and friends. We would like to thank the staff of the caseroom, Dr. O'Leary and Dr. Pike and a special thank you to Dr. Johanne Lacelle for your outstanding care and support.
June 19, 2004

PORTER - Roger and Anne (nee Berrigan) are thrilled to announce the long awaited arrival of their first child, a son, Ian Roger, born June 21, 2004 at 8:25 p.m., 7 lbs., 5 oz, at the IWK-Grace Hospital, Halifax. Proud grandparents are Frederick and Elaine Porter, C.B.S., Newfoundland and Oliver and Madeleine Berrigan, Halifax. Proud and excited Aunt and Godmother is Deanne Porter, C.B.S.
July 10, 2004

PORTER - It's a boy! It's a boy! It's a girl! What a Father's Day present! We, Rachelle (nee Pike) and Bob of Bareneed, are thrilled to announce the early but safe arrival of our triplets on June 20, 2004 at the WHC in St. John's. Robert Gordon, 3 lbs., 11 oz., arrived at 2:55 a.m., Luke James, 3 lbs., 11 oz., arrived at 2:56 a.m. and Ava Alexandra Rachelle, 3 lbs., 10 oz., arrived at 2:57 a.m. Proud grandparents are Florence Button and James Pike of Carbonear and first time grandparents, Robert and Rita Porter of Port de Grave. We would like to thank Dr. O'Grady and Heather Rees, RN. Also, Dr. Delaney, Donna Howell RN, and Pat Follett RN of MFAU and Dr. Pike, Dr. Daley, Dr. Butler, caseroom staff and Lois RN for being present for the delivery. Special thanks also goes out to the wonderful staff of 5NB and NICU, especially Olive Goobie RN LC, who took such great care of mom and babies during their long stay in hospital. An extra special thank you to all of our family and friends for their continuing love and support and to daddy for always being there.
09/04/04

POWER/DOBBIN - Neil and Jill and big brothers Henry and Jude are delighted to announce the safe arrival of Sam Oliver. Sam arrived at the HSC on June 29, 2004, weighing 9 lbs. 2 ozs. Also welcoming Sam are grandparents Basil and Elizabeth Dobbin and Bruce and Rose Power, great-grandmother Olivia Giovannini, as well as his excited aunts, uncles and cousins. Many thanks again to Dr. Liz Callahan, Dr. Heidi Kravitz and the staff of 5NB.
08/28/04

ROWSELL - Harry and Sylvia (Cumben) are thrilled to announce the early but safe arrival of their precious baby boy, Mark George. Mark arrived on June 8, 2004 at 12:00 a.m., weighing 7 lbs. 4 oz. He is welcomed by proud grandparents Lucy Cumben and John and Gladys Rowsell and great-grandparents Wesley and Alma Bungay, and Gladys Hayter. Poppy Cumben is lovingly watching down from heaven. Cousins Nicole, Kendra and Erica are very excited to have a new playmate. A special thanks to Dr. Heidi Kravitz and all the doctors and nurses in the caseroom and on 5NB.
09/18/04

SHEPPARD-BUSH - Tim & Kim are proud to announce the arrival of our twin Girls on June 17, 2004 at the WHC in St. John's. Elissa Marie 6 lbs. arrived at 3:45 p.m. and Emily Nicole 7 lbs., 9 oz. arrived at 3:47 p.m. Proud grandparents are Sharon Cox & John Bush of St. John's and Edward & Theresa Sheppard of Stephenville Crossing, Nfld. Special thanks to Dr. Roche, Dr. Butler, Caseroom staff , and staff of 5NB.
09/11/04

SMITH - David and Elizabeth (Murphy) are proud to announce the birth of their beautiful baby boy. Andrew David was born on Sunday, June 27, 2004, at 1:37 a.m., weighing 7 lbs. 13 ozs. Proud grandparents are David and Katherine Murphy, Riverhead, Hr. Grace, and David and Eileen Smith, St. John's. Many thanks to Dr. Rogers, Dr. Roche, Dr. Seviour, Dr. O'Leary, Dr. Steve Parsons, Dr. Leslie Wheeler, clinical clerk Jason Samarasena and the nurses on 5NB. A very special thank you to caseroom nurses Heather Shute and Karen Power for helping Mommy during Andrew's arrival. We are forever grateful. Thanks to special friend Corinne who was there to support Mommy and Daddy. Special hugs and kisses to Daddy for his love and support.
July 10, 2004

TRAHEY / SMITH - Julia and Mark are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter Ava Rose Florence on June 20, 2004 weighing 8 lbs 7.7 oz. Welcoming Ava are her grandparents John & Isabel Trahey and Patricia Murphy, and her aunts, uncles and cousins in Newfoundland and Ontario. A special thank-you to Dr. Nick Kum and Dr. Erica Hall for their obstetrical care. Thanks also to Dr. P. Roche, Dr. Kwa, Dr. Crane, and Dr. Delaney and the caseroom and nursing staff of 5NB. To Mark, much love and thanks for your help and support.
08/14/04

WALSH - Kelly and Scott are overjoyed to announce the long awaited arrival of their precious angel. Anna Ming, born June 2, 2003, Shaanxi, People Republic of China, joined her forever family June 28, 2004. Mommy and Daddy would like to thank their family and friends for their love and support over the past two years of this incredible journey. Especially Uncle Craig and Aunt Connie. Words cannot express our gratitude. Big thanks to Gina and Ivan for taking good care of Sadie while Mommy and Daddy were away. To our China family friends, your presence in our lives has made the wait all the more enjoyable. Thank you.
08/14/04