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Meet Mason Frederic Lee

Mason Frederic Lee

Born August 17th 2004 to Ben & Lilli

Here was the first report of Mason's arrival from Ben:

 

Hi everybody - the beautiful Lee baby (name tbd) was born happy & healthy @ 8:05 AM.  He weighed in at 8 lbs 5 oz, and is 20 1/2 inches tall.  Lilli is feeling tired but great, and the baby is sleeping now.
 xoxo Ben

 

Proud new Grandmother Barbara's first report

 

Just to let you know Big Baby Lee was born at 8:05AM today, August 17th. He was 8.5 (see the connection between the weight and the date?) and mother, daddy, baby, auntie and grandparents are all doing fine.
Hooray!!!!

 

Great Uncle & Aunt (David & Sonny) offer congratulations

 

Congratulations to all that had a hand in this production.  Oscar's and Emmy's
for Sure.   We heard that this boy came into the world at 8.5 lbs and even a
correction to 7.5.   Whatever, we are so happppy for the Mother and Father,
Aunts and Uncles, Laws and In-Laws, Grandparents all and even for the
Great Grand Parents on either side of the aisle.
 
We aren't too sure of the Baby's Name.  Little Boy Lee is OK w/ us.
Just as long as he has a permanent moniker before Kindergarten.
Love and Long Life to all involved.      

Congratulations again, David and Sony

 

The new Grandfather Michael was next to report...

 

As many of you have already heard I just became a grandfather for the first time today August 17, 2004.  It is a boy sharing a birthday with Mae West, Davy Crockett and Robert DeNiro.  I don't know whether he'll be a Raging Bull, or a hero at the Alamo, but I do know that the prospects are for a new member of the Generation 4 who will hold his own with that growing group which I believe now numbers 7 and will soon grow some more.  The new name is not yet set, so Baby Boy Lee will have to go a few more hours with an identity crisis, but I am happy to report that all systems appear to be in order with I am sure a Harris predilection to make the diaper makers rich.  We are all grateful that the mother and son are healthy and that the future looks bright and hopeful for all that may come.  Love from the blessed grandpappy.  MH

 

From the proud Mom after exactly one week of motherhood...

 

My first week as a new mother has been one filled with wonderment, exhaustion, gratitude and joy. It's made me thankful for things I've always taken for granted: a working washer/dryer, the time to sit and read portions of the newspaper, sleeping for more than two hours in a row... I'm in awe of this tiny person that, in the course of a few minutes,went from living inside of me to resting next to me. I can't wait until our Mason starts to develop his personality, to learn to speak and walk and grow but I'm enjoying this time, too- even though the nights are hard and I miss my sleep, I love watching him and proud to call him my son!

 

 

Lilli explains the origins of Mason's name

 

Ben and I wanted to honor all of the grandparents since this baby is the first grandchild born to both sets. So, we chose the name Mason because we wanted an 'm' name to honor Ben's grandfather Milton. Mason's middle name, Frederic, was in honor of my mother's brother Frederic who died before I was born.
 

Mason meets his great grandmother Mimi

 

 

Great Aunt Linda points out...

 

Mason is the 9th member of the Harris family's Generation Number 4 with Vicky still carrying the 10th member of this exclusive club!

 

Mason's First Tea

 

Today marked a milestone in Mason's life: his first Sunday Tea! I didn't realize it until as we were leaving but luckily my camera was in the bag so we could properly document the occasion. Present were: David, Sonny, Ben, Mimi, Lizzie, Brooke, Jake, Max and myself.  Tea was divided amongst the sexes for the first part of tea- boys in the pool, girls on the patio. Once sandwiches arrived and the party co-mingled, conversation was mostly political and centered around Bush's appeal to the masses while Kerry only seemed to reach the upper crust of society.  We also briefly discussed Mimi's non-realization that she's committed herself to an affair next Sunday late afternoon which falls on one of her key television dates of the year: the Emmy's. Too bad Zeze won't yet be back in town to assist her with the vcr but I assured her she'll be back in time to watch the show so she needn't worry.
That's about it... hope you all have a great week!
xoox,

Lilli

9/12/2004

 

Mason Frederic Lee Waves to All!

 

 

Last update September 12, 2004