Thursday, November 5th we had the privilege of being introduced to the "most BEAUTIFUL baby girl I have ever laid eyes on. She arrived at 6:01 PM after a long 40 hours of labor. She weighed 7 lbs. 8 oz and is 20 1/2" long. Dad, Mom and Elle are all doing well. Three of her four grandparents and Uncle Derek were anxiously awaiting her arrival, as well as some very special Aunties. On our first visit Pat was holding her and he handed her to his Dad. I, of course whined. Pat said "Dad's waited a very long time for a little girl so he gets to hold her first". I sure couldn't argue with that logic.
I can not fully describe the pride that comes with becoming a "Gramma". It is wrapped up in watching my son being a Dad. He is, by far, the most nurturing young man I know. Kat and Elle were in good hands throughout the entire process. He walked around with that precious gift from God and the smile on his face told what was in his heart. He attended her every need, outside feeding. Mom is nursing or I'm sure Pat would gladly do the feeding also. He swaddled her in a blanket after each diaper change. She looked like a living Russian nested doll. So, as I see it, being Gramma, is just an extension of being Mom and I am one very proud Mom right now. I am also one very excited Gramma! Our hearts are overflowing with love for this most precious little girl, our Granddaughter.
Our visit was limited. Jim had to get back home and back to work. I took tons of photos and am sharing some of my favorites with you here. Leaving to come home was very difficult. I only wish they were close to home. Sadly, this will probably never be the case. We will though, visit as often as we possibly can and keep in constant contact.
There are many photos and stories to come. Our future has changed for the better. Now on with the spoiling!
15 comments:
congrats Grammy! She is beautiful!
oh congratulations grammy laurinda,she is so cute, looks like she is smiling in the first black and white picture, jst gorgeous xxxxx
I am so very happy for you all. The pictures are great and I loved what you said in this post about being a Gramma and how you are feeling. I know you and Jim are so proud of this baby and your kids as you should be. I can't wait to be a witness to the joy she brings into your family. I know there will be lots and lots of scrapbook pages you will fill. And, yes, now let the spoiling begin! -- Jillybean
Congrats!!! What a little sweety! There is nothing so special as being a granny! I love spoiling my two grandkids rotten!! Hugs to you all!
She looks so sweet.She's a lucky girl having you for her G'ma. Congrats to her parents too.
congrats, what a beautiful little girl she is. i think Grandma is going to spoil this little one rotten.
Hug Linda
Congratulations, she certainly is a beautiful granddaughter.
xxxeileen
Congrats...she is beautiful!
CONGRATS! You are in for the ride of your life!
Jackie
Congratulations grandma. She is beautiful!!!
Laurinda, your new grandaughter is beautiful! Congratulations!!!
What a beautiful little girl. Being a Gramma is the best. Take care.
Sharon (Luvtobug) Vancouver, BC
You are well blessed, congratulations. Being a greandma to 5 wonderful cherubs is one of the most wonderful feeling in my life.
Wait 'til you go on a fairy hunt or puddle dash--- great fun.
Welcome to the Grandma club!
So many precious and fun moments await you. Enjoy your sweet DGD.
PJ (Jessie Adams)
Well I have been just too busy! What a lovely surprize to read about your grandie and I know you will enjoy her. My grandson is in BC Canada and I am in New Zealand across the other size of the world but they came to NZ this christmas for us so we have had a lovely christmas. I hope you and your family have a wonderful time. TGF computers as it allows us to see them even when they aren't with us. Now I really will be watching for more ideas.
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