Welcome Raka!

On April 14th 2006 at 11:53 AM Pacific Time, our daughter Raka Miriam Jenik was born. She was 2.680 kg (5 lb 14.5 oz) in weigth and 51cm (20 in) in length.

“Raka” in Sanskrit/Bengali means “the personification of the full moon”, while “Miriam” in Hebrew means “rebellion”.

Here she is:

Raka

10 Responses to “Welcome Raka!”

  1. Carol Deckert Says:

    Congratulations on the birth of your daughter - she is beautiful! Many wishes for a happy, healthy and loving relationship for your family!

  2. katherine Says:

    SHE IS BEAUTIFUL CONGRATULATIONS!

  3. Rachel King Says:

    Congratulations, she is beautiful! It is encouraging to know that other women can continue with their own business when expecting a baby. I too am expecting on 1st July, and am inspired by your ability to juggle your work and a new baby. Well done!!

  4. Jane Allen Says:

    Dear Sri,

    Congratulations to you all. Such a great name: rebellious full moon! Happy birthday, Raka.

    Jane

  5. Charles Barragan Says:

    Srirupa - thank you for sharing the good news and congratulations on the new addition to your family. I appreciate the resources you share with many of us, and wish you all the best in balancing your own work/life needs. Be well. Charles.

  6. Jodi Barnhart Says:

    My first reaction when I saw her - I said outloud - Aaahhh. So that’s my comment - it meant - she is so sweet!!

  7. Cindy Says:

    Dear Sri,
    Congratulations!! Your daughter is very beautiful, I wish you all an abundance of health and happiness always.

  8. Maggie Cockrell Says:

    She looks so sweet, peaceful and beautiful. I hope all the rest of you are doing as well. From what you have shared over the years, I think both siblings will get the attention they need to thrive.

  9. Susan Field Says:

    Raka is lovely — warm congratulations!

  10. Cindy Caldwell Says:

    Congrats! Thank you for sharing her with us…what a beautiful name for a beautiful baby!
    Thank you for everything you do for us!

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