Well, not quite full strength action yet – but yeah, ‘am back at home from the hospital now. With my baby girl Hali in tow. 
I’m still in “recovery mode”. It’ll probably take a while to get back to feeling 100%. But, I think I’m heading towards the right direction. And yeah, bub’s doing well too. She needs to gain a bit more weight and such, but we’ll get there…
But yeah, we’re happy and generally in good health. Thanks so much to all who sent in their well wishes. I really, really appreciate it all.
Being a second time mum takes a bit of getting used to. Things seem familiar and different at the same time. But, I’m enjoying it. And, loving (and freaking out at?!) the idea of having a daughter. Since I already have a son, I sort of have an idea about raising boys. But, a girl? It will certainly be interesting to learn what it’s going to be like. Now, I’ve got my very own pigeon pair.
Anyway, I know that most women need a few months off after giving birth. The thing about running your own business, though, is that there’s a bit more on the line. So yeah, even though it’s only been a little over a week since I got out of surgery, I’m slowly getting back to work. Not complaining, though. The great thing about working for a quasi-virtual company is that the work is generally flexible. Other than the fact that I’m missing out on another b5 team meeting in Toronto (agh – I will meet you guys soon), I’m at least able to continue doing work from where I am, without being restricted to a specific time schedule.
In any case, if I owe any emails or messages to anyone, please give me some time to get back to you. If you need a response urgently, feel free to re-send your email and mark it urgent.
Again, thanks.
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Heather 04.09.07 at 2:40 pm
You’re doing really well if you had time to write that much, but then you do have some help there at the moment. Great to know things are going so well for you. I look forward to seeing more photos as your little girl grows. Did your boy look huge when you first saw him again? Don’t worry, reply when you’re ready. Rest up.
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Busy Mom 04.09.07 at 5:47 pm
Congratulations to you and your family!
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Mike 04.09.07 at 6:51 pm
Congratulations. Glad to hear that you are all doing well.
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Sasha 04.09.07 at 9:08 pm
Yay, welcome back! Be sure to take it easy. Hugs and kisses to Hali and Cammy, too!
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Anne Wayman 04.09.07 at 10:59 pm
Hey Shai… first of all congrats… and lots of hugs.
Second… look at you go… glad to see you back, but give yourself the time you need, truly.
Anne Wayman
http://www.thegoldenpencil.com
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Connie 04.10.07 at 12:47 am
I hope you recover well and fast. Great to see you posting again. Oh, and belated birthday greetings!
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notsquare 04.10.07 at 1:16 am
IT’S A GIRL!
CONGRATULATIONS DEAR! 
*hug*
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kristina 04.10.07 at 5:02 am
Many congratulations—glad to hear you are both doing well. She’s lovely.
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Kat 04.10.07 at 10:16 am
Mahalia – what a lovely name! Glad to hear you’re doing well.
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dexie 04.11.07 at 5:22 pm
Congrats again Shai. I’m glad to hear everyone is doing well.
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Thejesh GN 04.13.07 at 3:49 pm
Congratulations. Glad to see that you are doing good.
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MM 04.13.07 at 4:44 pm
Congratulations and great to see you and your new baby girl. What a beautiful name. . . Mahalia
Take Care….
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toni 04.13.07 at 5:55 pm
Shai! Congratulations. I hope you and your little girl continue to grow in health. *hugs*
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Debbie 04.15.07 at 5:14 pm
Congratulations!!!!
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Tilak 04.16.07 at 5:58 pm
Congratulations to you and your family members!
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Maricel 04.17.07 at 12:53 pm
Congratulations on your growing family. I’m glad that you and bub are safe and well. If you need help raising girls feel free to contact me, I have two daughters a 3-yr. old and my youngest just turned 1
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Janette Toral 04.21.07 at 10:36 am
Hello Shai. Congratulations to your new baby. Although my visit to Adelaide was off timing and did not get the chance to meet you, I still have that in my plans for the next visit this year. All the best to you and enjoy! Baby girls are a charmer. I’m sure you’ll love every moment of it.
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Shai Coggins 04.22.07 at 5:08 pm
Heather: Thanks. Actually, yes. I felt as though my boy grew up overnight upon seeing him again after the birth. It was a strange feeling.
Busy Mom, Mike, Connie, notsquare, kristina, dexie, Thejesh GN, toni, Debbie, Tilak: Thanks!
Sasha & Anne: Thanks, I will.
kat, MM: Thank you! Glad you like the name too.
Maricel: Thanks. I’m sure you’ve got plenty of thoughts about raising girls. Would like to exchange notes some time… Or maybe you can contribute to emothersonline.com?
Janette: Thanks. Yes, hopefully, we can meet up next time you’re in town. Hope you enjoyed your last trip. How’d it go?
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