For the past six to eight months I’ve been working on finishing my Mexico City cookbook, which is finally complete. (More on that shortly.) But the biggest news of all is… I had a baby!
Tomás was born two months ago.
So far motherhood has been challenging, exhausting and, at the beginning, terrifying — who was I to take care of this little being? Lately I’ve started to chill out a bit and realize that none of us actually know what we’re doing. The key for me has been to keep trying. And to soak up all the joy that hits me when he smiles.
Mija is now a mom.
He will be a very well-fed child !
Felicidades!!
Hi Lesley,
Your son Tomas is beautiful! Congratulations to you and your husband!
I will be ordering your ne wbook shortly and can’t wait to make my (your) pozole
but without the pigs head!!!
I look forward to seeing you again when you come to California.
Regards,
Rita Padilla
Thrilled with this news, and what a deliciously adorable boy you have produced! Congratulations!
Thank you Elinor! It’s great to hear from you — hope you’ve been well.
Congratulations!!! He is beautiful. Love his smile.
Thanks Nicole! He does have a great smile. 🙂
What wonderful news Lesley! Congratulations.
PS Tomás is very cute.
Thanks William! And yes, he’s definitely a cutie. Or as my mom likes to say: “Cutest baby EVER!!” 🙂 Saludos from NYC.
Felicidades, may he grow up to make wonderful tortillas o tamales.
Thank you Juan. We’re definitely teaching him to cook. He’s going to be Mom’s helper whether he likes it or not. 😀 (But who doesn’t love sticking their hands in tortilla or tamal masa?)
Congratulations! Beautiful baby. Welcome to the world Tomás!
Thank you, Nancy!
¡Felicidades!
Can he cook?
Saludos,
Don Cuevas
DC: I’m going to stick a wooden spoon in his hand as soon as he’s able to grasp and hold things. We’ll see what unfolds!
Congratulations you guys! He is beautiful!
Thanks, Lauren! Hope you’re well.
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Saludos,
Don Cuevas
Adorable baby! Reminds me of my 9-month-old grandson whose smile melts my heart each time I see him. Congratulations!
Thank you, Clemencia. Yes, his smile is melting my heart lately. I never thought I’d be the mom who burbled in baby talk, but I have become that person, just because I want him to smile at me!
Felicidades Mija, el es precioso!!!! You will be fine, and it is good to remember that none of us know/knew what we were doing with our new babies. Be gentle with yourself, and enjoy the heck out of him.
Ciao!
Thanks, Billie. “Cut yourself some slack” has become my daily mantra. I am trying to remember daily that these moments don’t last.
Congratulations
I hope he enjoys food and cooking as much as you.
Our 4 year old grandson is already prepping with us – but doesn’t like the “burny” things we put in our meals.
Just confirmed our trip to Mexico in December/January for 4 weeks – and looking forward to the wonderful food – made more exciting by you
Thank you, Mark! I hope the same things for my son. I actually talk about food a lot with him and he seems to enjoy it, or maybe he just likes the noise. He does love the pots hanging from our kitchen ceiling, so I’m considering that a good sign!
Wow what a beautiful little one – congrats!
I for one have been waiting for your cookbook. I really enjoy your blog!
Also/FYI – folks might be interested that I was finally able to obtain/import a Nixtamatic!
I’m happy to share contact, experience, and info for anyone who might want to get one for themselves. Or just post it here if you want me to. I know a number of people have been frustrated in trying to get one.
Best wishes for you and your beautiful new addition!
Hi Ray: Thank you! And yes, I’d love to hear how you got a Nixtamatic. Maybe you can comment on the original Nixtamatic post? Or you’re welcome to email me and let me know. I still get lots of emails from people asking how to do it. Eager to hear how you made it happen.
Mil felicidades por el mejor proyecto de tu vida!
Muchas gracias, Adriana!
Felicidades! He has the best baby chubby cheeks.
Congratulations Leslie. Tomas is beautiful and I think that will be a very happy toddler crawling to the kitchen to help mama cook. Enjoy. Time goes by too darn fast.
What wonderful news! He’s beautiful!! Congratulations!
Children are our life and joy, I have four grandchildren that bring me purpose and Life.
Congratulations what a beautiful baby remember it is not a chore to look after them but a a joy.
Chef Ernesto`
We miss you Lesley! So happy you have completed two very, very important projects! Both were time consuming and draining, but now you can sit back (sleep deprived yet happy) with the satisfaction that two of your dreams have come to fruition! FELICIDADES desde Mexico!
Thank you so much, Lynda. Sending you mucho abrazos from NYC. Hope you and your family are well.
Muchas felicidades, Lesley! Tomás is beautiful! And I’m sure he’ll be helping you en la cocina in no time. 😀
Mija: I can’t believe you have a mijo! He’s adorable. Congratulations!
I agree – motherhood IS challenging and exhausting. I always felt like I needed just 30 more minutes of sleep until Amado was about six months.
I can’t wait for your cookbook. I’ll be in NYC this August, so maybe I’ll be able to get your autograph!
Oh, and Amado said he can be Tomás’s mentor…he’ll even let him borrow his little wooden spoon (as seen in this picture –>http://lolascocina.com/2014/05/05/taste-trekkers-taste-of-oaxaca/).
XO – Lola
Amado is adorable. Yes, we need to hook them up so they can eventually start preparing fabulous dishes for their mamas. 🙂 I am in the “just one more hour of sleep” mode. (Or even two more hours, as T has proven himself to be an unpredictable sleeper.) Relishing the good moments, but sometimes I think that six months can’t get here fast enough.
Such a cutie.
I love watching your adventures. Was thrilled to see you take on a book (already on my wishlist on Amazon). But was especially happy to see a baby (!) Mija has a ‘jito!
Thank you, Cristy!
I’m getting teary eyes. He’s so gorgeous! Can’t wait to meet him in person.
Mija has a Mijo now. 😉
Chulo de precioso tu nene!!! Well done! Lucky boy will have an expert palate! XOXO!
Aww, congrats, Lesley! What an exciting time in your life, and what a cute baby boy! Wishing your little family health and happiness.
First of all he is just too handsome.
But yeah none of us knew what to do with these little people when we bring em home. But Mija guess. U dont need to know cause he will let u know what he needs,when and how he needs it. Every time he cries he’s saying hey Mom I need you. You and him will fall into yr own patterns. Early in the morning, and at night. Dont forget Lesley he’s been inside yoy for 9 months,he already knows yr body. He knows yr breathing,yr sleeping he knew to move over when u ate too much. Now,just get in tune with his body,he’s going to show Mom just what he needs.
Good luck New Mommy