Tuesday, December 21, 2010

a long overdue (no pun intended) update!



Shame on me for not writing sooner! Graham is here, he is 11 days old, and he is absolutely perfect in every way! I have no excuses on the update, other than I have been soaking up my little boy and the rest of my family, loving every second of it. God has been so good to us over the past two weeks. After two prior hospital experiences that were filled with grieving, first over the loss of my grandfather and second with Poppy, a hospital stay with no shadow of grief to hang over it was amazing. Nathan and I could hardly absorb how different the circumstances were this time, but we drank it in and enjoyed it for the blessing it was.

The c-section was flawless, and 10 minutes into the surgery, the most beautiful, squalling baby boy was born, weighing 6 lbs 11 oz. Our time with him since then has been just as flawless. My recovery has been the easiest so far, and that is saying a lot because I am blessed with unbelievably easy recoveries. Today I feel like I never had a baby, which to me is totally miraculous considering I was undergoing major surgery 11 days ago! And Graham could not be any sweeter or more captivating. I am in love. Of course it was the exact same before with my first three, but once again I have been bowed over by the force with which a new baby captures my heart. I don't think it is possible to get enough of his face or his smell or the softness of his baby skin. There is nothing like it.

Since we've been home, Graham has spent the great majority of his time sleeping and cuddling. He wakes up once during the night to eat, and then he is back out like a light. Certainly no complaints from his mama there! His daddy couldn't be any prouder if he wanted to, and his sisters are pretty smitten themselves. Both girls have transitioned beautifully, a few hiccups notwithstanding, and are loving the newest addition to our family. I'll share a few pictures with you from the past two weeks, and then I'll try and be better about not falling off the face of the earth over the next few weeks =)







16 comments:

Mary said...

He is beautiful. Congratulations, and keep soaking up every second with your boy!

Rebecca (Ramblings by Reba) said...

Congratulations! He's gorgeous!

Penny said...

He is breathtaking! The family picture is beautiful. Congratulations! :)

Randall @ Happy For This Moment said...

What a darling little guy, so glad to hear you are all doing well!

Laura said...

enjoy every moment! Congrats! he's perfect!!!!

Judy said...

Congratulations!!!
Our babies are a day apart! I was originally scheduled to have my c-section on the 10th also, but my little bundle couldn't wait and I went into labor on the 9th. After 17 hours of labor I had a c-section.

Glad to hear you have had a wonderful recovery.

Continue to enjoy : )
Merry Christmas to all of you.

KrazyMom said...

An absolutely precious family! Congratulations and Merry Christmas!

Deb D. said...

Oh my! He is gorgeous! SO (!!) glad you posted. I was getting scared. Each night when I checked my Google Reader I kept hoping I'd see a post from you. Was delighted tonight to see Graham's beautiful little face and to read how much you all are enjoying your precious boy. Congratulations!

Candace said...

I have been reading your blog for a while but have never really posted a comment, but I just have to say... he is PRECIOUS!!! And your family is just adorable. Many Blessings!

Rebekah said...

Congratulations! I am so happy for your family.

Stephanie said...

He is perfectly beautiful. Congrats to your entire precious family. Soak in every moment! (But you know that =)

Laurie in Ca. said...

This is such a beautiful update Angie and well worth the wait:) It blesses me so much to see God blessing you guys. What JOY is on the faces in these pictures, it just melts my heart. I know your grandpa and Poppy have the same joy too. I hope your Christmas is a wonderful one and I have to tell you, Graham is so adorable and I could just chew on him gently:) Love you and yours.

Love and Hugs, Laurie

Cristi said...

What a beautiful family! Congratulations on Gods blessings.

connie said...

Oh, congratulations, Angie. What a great Christmas this year.

Mary Ann said...

Congratulations to you all! He is Beautiful! Blessings ;0)

Jenny said...

So happy for you all!!! Congratulations!!!