Sunday, April 01, 2007

Ethan is here!

Little Ethan (the Bean) decided to come a little early. On Friday night Becky and I had ordered some pizza and were watching Rocky Balboa. She got through a few pieces before the contractions got so strong that she couldn’t eat any more. After timing them for hours, we decided they weren’t going away, so we hopped in the car and sped to the hospital.

At 5:11 am Saturday morning, Ethan made his appearance. He was 21 inches, 8 lbs and 7 ounces and the cutest little guy I have ever seen. Becky did fantastic.

After a couple of long nights at the hospital, they finally let us go home. Tonight is our first time to be a family at home. The eager grandparents (first grandchild on both sides) will be flying in tomorrow and Tuesday. We’re very grateful to God for our little blessing and thankful to all our friends and family for their support.



You might want to keep up with this kid... I suspect he’ll be doing some great things in this world. smile
Posted by Frank McCown at 4/01/2007 08:01:00 PM
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30 comments:

  1. Casey4/02/2007 7:41 AM

    Congratulations! Children are such a blessing and being a dad is a wonderful gift. May God bless your family...

    -Casey-

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  2. Marie4/02/2007 8:17 AM

    Congratulations! We are really excited for you both. Now the fun begins!

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  3. Lisa Engel4/02/2007 8:37 AM

    Congratulations to Becky & Frank! He's really a handsome little guy. Can't wait to meet him in person.

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  4. The Warsaw Team4/02/2007 8:56 AM

    I am so excited for you all. I am thrilled to hear of Ethan's arrival. What a blessing he will be and what a miracle he already is. I wish you all God's best. Enjoy every minute!

    Tamika

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  5. Steve and Kaye4/02/2007 9:05 AM

    Congratulations! Everyone here is excited for the two of you and looking forward to your return to Searcy.

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  6. Survivor Dave4/02/2007 9:17 AM

    Hey you guys! Congrats! Well done! Hope to see you guys soon.
    Dave

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  7. K. Rex Butts4/02/2007 9:47 AM

    Welcome to the club! Congradualations!!!!!

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  8. Anonymous4/02/2007 10:02 AM

    Congratulations. Ethan is wonderful. Blessings for you all.

    Norou

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  9. James E. Miller4/02/2007 11:14 AM

    Congratulations, Frank and Becky! Ethan is beautiful.

    The joy children bring is immeasurable - even though the sleepless nights during the first few months are no fun!

    Blessings,

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  10. Anonymous4/02/2007 11:23 AM

    Wow! I love this child already. He cooperated with me and let Becky work up until Friday and decided to come on Saturday, just as we had planned (smile). Just kidding, of course. He is soooooo beautiful and I pray blessings upon your new family. Congratulations to all of you! Kenyetta

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  11. Unknown4/02/2007 11:25 AM

    Congratulations guys! God’s richest blessings on your family as you begin this journey with Ethan.

    Kyle and Family

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  12. Anonymous4/02/2007 11:45 AM

    Frank, many congratulations - he's beautiful! Pretty much looks just like you, without the hair. Or the chin. =)

    Love you, brother - welcome to the club! You're going to be such an awesome dad. Keep us posted, we'll be watching.

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  13. Jason Dowdell4/02/2007 11:51 AM

    Personally I think it was the Rocky movie that got him motivated to make a grand appearance... no matter, congratulations on a healthy new child and mom.

    ~jason

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  14. Anonymous4/02/2007 12:17 PM

    GREAT looking kid...can he check some files for me ASAP.
    Dr. Koonce

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  15. Anonymous4/02/2007 12:27 PM

    Oh, Frank and Becky! He is so sweet. Glad you both made it through the birthing process with flying colors. Enjoy all the changes month to month; they develop so quickly the first year. Look forward to seeing Ethan live! Congratulations to you both. Becky, give me a call if you need some grandmotherly advice until the REAL grandma arrives! I'm working at home during the daytime.

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  16. Anonymous4/02/2007 1:19 PM

    Aw, how beautiful Ethan is! Congratulations to all three of you! Now the fun and blessings just start happening, over and over again! We can't wait to see him. All of God's richest blessings on your sweet family.
    Love, Denise and Brad

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  17. Anonymous4/02/2007 1:36 PM

    Congratulations Proud Parents,

    What a beautiful little family! We can't wait to meet Little Ethan. We wish you nothing but wonderful blessings from above. God Bless each of you. Enjoy each and every moment. love, Jim & Brenda

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  18. Anonymous4/02/2007 2:11 PM

    Becky: He is absolutely beautiful, and so are you! We will miss you but know you are going to be a great mom!

    We wil keep you in our prayers -

    ACSI Certification Department

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  19. Mary4/02/2007 3:32 PM

    We are so happy to hear about your bundle of joy! Welcome to parenthood...many adventures await you. We know that you are going to be wonderful parents. Gary is only 4 months older than Ethan, so we hope they can meet one day. We miss you, but we hope we can get together when you move to Searcy. Love to your family - The Sowells (Larry, Mary, Kari & Gary)

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  20. Roki4/02/2007 6:42 PM

    Congratulations! We have always been proud of your accomplishments, Frank, and now we are sharing in your joy. It will grow every day. Make sure the little guys gets plenty of bread, so he won't have to stuff his pockets in hotels and restaurants, like his Dad did at HUF.

    Marvin and Roki Robertson

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  21. Velez4/02/2007 9:18 PM

    Congratulations! I am very excited for you all. I can't wait to meet Ethan. God Bless you!!! Love, Mark & Lissette

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  22. Anonymous4/02/2007 10:15 PM

    Hello, It's Joe and Tish ! Aaron also says hello in baby language:)) We're super happy for you and Frank. Keep in touch. Maybe Ethan and Aaron will someday find the Lord before they run us ragedy :) Sarah's still working on Aaron - maybe he'll convert when he's two. Have Fun ! You can never get a day back when it's gone. Congradulations !!!!!!

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  23. Charlie4/02/2007 10:45 PM

    Congrats! Can't wait to see you guys and your new addition.
    -Charlie & Jenn-

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  24. Anonymous4/03/2007 1:41 AM

    Congratulations! God bless you all! He looks just like you...

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  25. Anonymous4/03/2007 4:39 PM

    Frank & Becky, We are so thankful that baby Ethan has arrived and that Becky is feeling well! We pray all of God's richest blessings upon the McCown Family! Can't wait to meet the new addition! Love, Travis & Hannah Thornton

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  26. emily4/03/2007 7:32 PM

    congratulations on a beautiful baby! enjoy every minute of him... because they just grow up too fast!

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  27. Unknown4/03/2007 8:50 PM

    Becky & Frank, Congratulations! Ethan looks like a very sweet baby. Send more pics. Everyday is sweet like Christmas Morning and at the end of the day you feel like you ate the biggest Thanksgiving Dinner (Exhaustion)! Enjoy every moment with your precious one! God Bless, Justin, Lisa, & Rhyann Marie

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  28. Our Family4/03/2007 11:28 PM

    Congratulations, Frank and Becky! Ethan is precious! We look forward to meeting him when you guys come back to Searcy.

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  29. Unknown4/04/2007 11:50 AM

    Congrats! I am so happy for you both...being a parent is a true blessing!

    Rex, Laura ~kenny~ Caryn

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  30. Lindsey Eason4/04/2007 1:18 PM

    Congratulations!! Beautiful baby boy!! Hope you all are getting some rest...
    - the Eason Family

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