The first smile?

Okay, so I don't have a picture of it, but I SWEAR Althea smiled at me today and it was NOT just gas. She was staring at my face, I said, "Hello beautiful girl!" and she lifted up the corners of her little mouth. Wow. That'll knock a new parent on their butt. Everyone who told me all the tough times are worth it were proved correct in that one simple expression. And there are many more to come, soon to be captured on camera!

Hanging with Althea

A chance for you all to see Althea as she hangs out in the morning. So cute!

Friends and Family

Thanks to all for the amazing outpouring of support for our new addition! Althea seems to love being around people as she is always in a good mood for friends and family. Here are some pics of her visitors and outings!

Scott, Sarah, Stella visit at the hospital (and have been over to the house, as well!)

Proud Grandparents Al and Julie!

Carolyn, Abbs, Anna, and Char stop by bearing gifts and smiles!

John and Sarah brought Mia, Brian and Megan brought Nora, and Althea met some great girlfriends! But found out taking pictures is hard.

Althea watched her first Vikings game (which they, of course, lost) at Aunt Rachel and Uncle Jamie's house. Jim and Sal spent as much time holding Althea as possible, and Rach fed her a bottle! Good times.