Put Me In The Story: It's a Boy! Personalized Book

Congratulations, Jack and Laurel!

IT ’ S A B OY! A warm welcome to Mason!

W R I T T E N BY

MARIANNE RICHMOND

Congratulations, Jack and Laurel!

IT’S A BOY!

W R I T T E N

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The Sharpe Family Jack and Laurel, We can't wait to meet the newest little addition to the Bartlett family! A warm welcome to Baby Mason!

Love, The Sharpes

Welcome, Mason!

What a wonderful blessing.

Mason’s ten tiny fingers.

Sweet, kissable toes.

Chubby, cherubic cheeks and cute button nose.

Jack and Laurel: Did you ever think someone so little could make you feel love‌

so

BIG?

Jack and Laurel:

Delight in the “boy-ness” of it all.

Baby blue sleepers.

Miniature overalls.

Dots, stripes, and plaids.

Cars, trucks, and balls.

Jack and Laurel:

There is nothing so innocent and so heartwarming‌ r S

…as little boy playtime. r S

Chasing frogs, looking for caterpillars, and playing in anything muddy or “puddle-y.�

Mason will endear you with his crazy, colicky hair,

scrapes, bumps, and bruises,

Kool-Aid kisses and everyday muses.

Jack and Laurel:

Boys love speed.

From crawling to walking.

From running to riding.

From taking the dare‌

to being the daredevil.

Hold your breath!

Jack and Laurel: Boys are tough on the outside.

oft on the insid s o s e.

A nd

Jack and Laurel: Make time for him. „• Listen to him.

• ‚ Celebrate him. „• Pray for him.

Jack and Laurel: Kiss him often.

Jack and Laurel:

Hug him tightly.

(But not in front of his friends.)

And love him unconditionally.

Jack and Laurel:

Teach him kindness and manners and feelings and self-sufficiency.

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It shows they are complex and sensitive and not so tough after all.

Jack and Laurel:

Cherish the journey and the adventure of parenthood.

The gifts will be many, the lessons innumerable, the love all consuming.

What an incredible blessing.

About the Author Beloved author and artist Marianne Richmond has touched the lives of millions for nearly two decades through her award-足 winning books, greeting cards, and other gift products that offer people the most heartfelt way to connect with each other. She lives in the Minneapolis area. Visit www.mariannerichmond.com.

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SHARING THE JOY OF YOUR WONDERFUL BLESSING.

wishes for you and your baby boyÉ MAY YOUR DAYS BE FILLED WITH LOVE & LAUGHTER.