My father-in-law Jack came home from his 4 month hospital/rehab stay yesterday. And that meant that the moment we had been anticipating for 2 months and 1 day finally happened: Big Jack met Baby Jack.
As you can imagine, it was very exciting. And emotional.
I love the way they are looking at each other here. One wise old soul meeting another, I think. And the smiles on the faces of Jessica and Eryk as they watch the moment happen are pretty great.
Jack looked at him for a few moments and then said something along the lines of, “aren’t you a fine little fellow,” and then he just pulled him right up on his shoulder and little Jackie settled right into it.
It was one of those circle of life moments I won’t forget. And boy it sure is good to have Jack next door again.
Awwww, I’m totally verklempt – can only imagine how you all felt!
oh my – I was going to type exactly what Jo-Ann already did 🙂 what a wonderful moment and thank you for sharing it with us!
This brings tears to my eyes, thank you for sharing! XO
Such a special moment on a special day. <3
Hitting the ?? button.
Supposed to be the heart emoji,
not two question marks!
Oh, Carole. Oh! I am typing with tears in my eys. I am so happy for all of you. This is just so wonderful I’m at a loss for words. XOXO
I love this! I’m so happy that your father-in-law is home and was able to meet that sweet baby.
So much joy there…and a few tears here. Welcome home Jack!
How sweet! And I’m glad Big Jack is well enough to be at home.
You are so lucky to have such people in your life.
How very wonderful to see Jack meet Jack!! Sending your whole family love and joy this season!!
A wonderful moment!
Such a great life moment. A reminder there is a lot of good in the world that never makes the news.
This wonderful meeting brings a big smile and makes my heart happy! Welcome home, Jack!
Ok, you are making my cry at work!
This is the BEST!!! Welcome home Jack.
Such a tender moment & what a wonderful gift to have big Jack home.
What a sweet early Christmas gift! Started my day with a few tears. Thanks for sharing.
Oh, joyful tears! Welcome home, Jack!!
Awwww!
Lovely moment! Thank you for sharing it. I admit I got a little weepy. (the good weepy)
Awe, that is so nice!
Life is so compelling—what a lovely meeting of the Jacks!
So glad to hear that Jack is back home. You need to get a generational picture, Carole. I have one of four generations sitting together, and it is priceless, and rare, I think. These pictures are so poignant. You all got a great Christmas present this year.
What a lovely early Christmas present. Since you are SO good about documenting these moments and taking photos, Little Jack will always have this moment [and many more] with Big Jack. So sweet thank you for sharing.