Welcome to the World

by filosofo. Posted on June 8, 2006 at 10:23 pm

My son, Samuel Edwin Matzko, was born today at 3:18 EDT by cesarean section. He’s 8 lbs. 12 oz., 20 inches long, and has strong vocal abilities. Mother is doing well, and son is a little bewildered but catching on quickly.

Newly arrived but not sure he likes it Everyone with Dr. Sarma Sam with Grandma Father and son Sam has his father’s hairline
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  1. By SharperIron » Matzko 2.0 on 08 Jun 2006 at 10:48 pm

    [...] More pics here. [...]

  2. By The Litabug Phlog » By the way… on 14 Jun 2006 at 6:39 pm

    [...] I forgot to post a link to the photos my husband posted on his blog. http://www.ilfilosofo.com/blog/2006/06/08/sam-matzko/ [...]

  3. By Il Filosofo » Welcome, Maggie! on 17 Dec 2007 at 4:41 pm

    [...] 9:51 EST, weighing 7 lbs 13 oz, and measuring 20 ½ inches long. She’s different from brother Sam in that she is naturally born (VBAC), about a pound lighter, half an inch longer, and most [...]

36 Comments

  1. mandy jia commented on June 8, 2006 at 11:01 pm | Permalink
    mandy jia

    Congratulations! Baby looks so nice.Everyone in the pictures are so happy.I’m happy for your guys too.

  2. Jessica commented on June 9, 2006 at 6:09 am | Permalink
    Jessica

    Congratulations!!

  3. Bet commented on June 9, 2006 at 6:22 am | Permalink
    Bet

    Congrats! thanks for posting pics. Everyone looks great, especially Samuel. :)

  4. Katie commented on June 9, 2006 at 8:07 am | Permalink
    Katie

    Congratulations! Love the photos! :)

  5. Linda Abrams commented on June 9, 2006 at 8:38 am | Permalink
    Linda Abrams

    Congratulations all! What a wonderful event. The baby is precious and we couldn’t be happier for you. We praise God for the safety of Melita and Sam.

  6. Mike commented on June 9, 2006 at 9:20 am | Permalink
    Mike

    Congratulations from the Bennetts!!!

  7. Dianne Mays commented on June 9, 2006 at 9:37 am | Permalink
    Dianne Mays

    Edina–a grandma! Congratulations.

  8. the Noblitt family commented on June 9, 2006 at 12:19 pm | Permalink
    the Noblitt family

    Congratulations on your new arrival! We’re all so happy for you!

  9. Deanna and Michael Moore commented on June 9, 2006 at 12:24 pm | Permalink
    Deanna and Michael Moore

    We are so happy for you!

  10. the Edmondson family commented on June 9, 2006 at 12:26 pm | Permalink
    the Edmondson family

    Glad to hear of the safe arrival. Congratulations!

  11. Kristalyn commented on June 9, 2006 at 12:58 pm | Permalink
    Kristalyn

    Congratulations!! Enjoy your little one. They grow up fast. =) Love, Kristalyn, Tim, Abby, and Katie

  12. Jon and Liz commented on June 9, 2006 at 1:16 pm | Permalink
    Jon and Liz

    Congratulations! We are so happy for you! Melita, you look wonderful! Granny Mac, we can see the joy on your face. How exciting! Sam is beautiful! The pictures are great! Love, The Newnams

  13. Scott Aniol commented on June 9, 2006 at 1:39 pm | Permalink
    Scott Aniol

    Congrats!!

  14. Sharon Booth commented on June 9, 2006 at 4:03 pm | Permalink
    Sharon Booth

    What a big boy! Sure wish ya’ll were closer, but we will watch for your pictures. Know that you will do a good job of keeping us informed during the exciting days ahead. Hope you will be able to visit soon.

    Love and prayers,
    Sharon & Orville

  15. Rachel & Annie Neiger commented on June 9, 2006 at 4:18 pm | Permalink
    Rachel & Annie Neiger

    Congratulations! We’re so happy for y’all.:o) You’re in our prayers! Looking for more pics.:o)
    Love and prayers,
    Rachel & Annie Neiger

  16. Stephen commented on June 9, 2006 at 10:42 pm | Permalink
    Stephen

    Congratulations! And a fine choice for a middle name (as mine is “Edwin” as well)!

  17. Susan and Ed Winn commented on June 9, 2006 at 10:47 pm | Permalink
    Susan and Ed Winn

    How awesome to have a beautiful, healthy baby boy. God is good! We pray that Sam will grow to be a mighty man of God. Blessings on you all.

  18. Michael and Susan Haney commented on June 10, 2006 at 9:01 am | Permalink
    Michael and Susan Haney

    Congratulations! Samuel is Handsome (Sue). Well done! We’d leave and apple pie if we were closer.

    Michael and Sue

  19. Ryan commented on June 10, 2006 at 10:11 am | Permalink
    Ryan

    Congratulations to you and your wife on the birth of Samuel! May your tribe increase.

  20. Wendy & Peng commented on June 10, 2006 at 11:17 am | Permalink
    Wendy & Peng

    Congraduations! an adorable baby!

  21. Michael C. commented on June 10, 2006 at 1:51 pm | Permalink
    Michael C.

    Congrats guys! That’s thrilling. You’ll have to come to Greenville so that we can all see the little guy. I’m sure the grandparents agree . . .

  22. Kathy T. commented on June 10, 2006 at 6:02 pm | Permalink
    Kathy T.

    Congraduations! on the new little one. Come and visit us.
    Your friend.

  23. ~~~~~~~ Kazzie Boy & MICHIKO from GUAM ~~~~~~~~~~ commented on June 11, 2006 at 2:11 am | Permalink
    ~~~~~~~ Kazzie Boy & MICHIKO from GUAM ~~~~~~~~~~

    PRAISE THE LORD WHO HAS GIVEN YOU SUCH A BEAUTIFUL GIFT; MORE LIFE LESSONS AHEAD ON HOW YOUR CHILDREN WILL MOLD YOUR VIEW OF GOD AND A HEALTHY, INTIMATE RELATIONSHIP WITH HIM. WE LOVE YOU, FROM THE OTHER SIDE OF THE WORLD (GUAM)

  24. ~~~~~~~ Kazzie Boy & MICHIKO from GUAM ~~~~~~~~~~ commented on June 11, 2006 at 2:13 am | Permalink
    ~~~~~~~ Kazzie Boy & MICHIKO from GUAM ~~~~~~~~~~

    P.S.

    LITA, YOUR SMILE IS A GLOWIN’ IN THAT POST-PARTUM FASHION. LOVE IT! & YOU!

  25. Marcia & Buddy Smith commented on June 12, 2006 at 8:37 am | Permalink
    Marcia & Buddy Smith

    Congratulations from the Buddy Smith’s! We are so very happy for you both.. God is so good.. and there is no greater joy than children and GRANDCHILDREN!!

    Love and prayers, Marcia and Buddy

  26. ted commented on June 12, 2006 at 8:42 am | Permalink
    ted

    Congratulations! Love the name, and everybody looks great!

  27. Paul commented on June 13, 2006 at 11:06 pm | Permalink
    Paul

    Whew…the pressure is off! Finally a Matzko male grandson! Congratulations!

  28. Peng He commented on June 14, 2006 at 1:30 am | Permalink
    Peng He

    Congratulations! What a sweet family!

  29. Eve commented on June 14, 2006 at 5:59 am | Permalink
    Eve

    Congratulations!

    I’m guessing Dad is going to be getting a bit bewildered soon too!

    :)

  30. Samuel commented on June 14, 2006 at 6:14 am | Permalink
    Samuel

    What a fantastic name!!!

    Congrats ;’)

  31. joy commented on June 14, 2006 at 10:28 pm | Permalink
    joy

    i agree with samuel. ’samuel’ is indeed a fantastic name (not to mention stupendous, fabulous, and marvelous). congratulations. we have prayed for you.

  32. DGus commented on June 17, 2006 at 11:05 pm | Permalink
    DGus

    You beat us by 6 days. My daughter Sigrid was born June 14.

  33. David & Donna Utter commented on June 20, 2006 at 4:57 am | Permalink
    David & Donna Utter

    Congratulations! You all are looking great! David and Donna, in the Marshalls.

  34. Althea & David Wright commented on June 21, 2006 at 2:49 pm | Permalink
    Althea & David Wright

    Congratulations on your beautiful little boy. Glad to see everyone looking so good.

  35. Uncle George and Aunt Darlene commented on June 30, 2006 at 5:11 am | Permalink
    Uncle George and Aunt Darlene

    Congratulations from Australia! Enjoy your 29th birthday as a Daddy!

  36. Jacque Kendall commented on July 15, 2006 at 7:49 am | Permalink
    Jacque Kendall

    Wow, wanted to send my congrats! You guys look like you are doing well. Hope that “adjusting” to parenthood has been going well for you! Keep the pictures coming………..we miss you guys! By the way Melita, your voice still answers the phone at KRBC so you are still with us…….smile. Jacque

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