From hospital to home

Though the transition to parenthood is difficult, every tough moment is worth it. Especially when you look in those beautiful eyes! Welcome home, Althea!

ARRIVAL!

She's here! Our beautiful Althea Grace. Born on August 21st, 2008 at 7:07pm, she weighed in at 7 lbs. and 10 ounces. She was 20 inches long and has gorgeous long fingers and maybe the Anderson nose? Enjoy the pics!

Still Waiting...

The due date has come and gone, but we're still content to let nature take its course! Here's a photo of my final baby shower which was more of a girl's afternoon out. Massages and pedicures, food and fun. I hope Althea will be surrounded by strong, loving women just as I have been! And for all you guys in our lives, thanks to you, too. Submit your own pictures if you like!

Nursery Preview

Thanks to all who contributed to this room! Althea is going to love it. We already do!

Why late is good

Tomorrow may be our little one's due date, but I'd like to thank her for not appearing yet. She must know that the later she arrives, the later my maternity leave will go into the school year! Also, arriving after August 15th means we don't have to pay health insurance for her for the first part of the month. What a fiscally responsible baby. Seriously, however, I'm confident that she'll arrive when the time is right. The anticipation builds!