Welcome to the world, my sweet, little Amelia Marie! She arrived on Wednesday, January 25th at a healthy 8 lbs. 1 oz. and 18-1/2" long.
A headful of dark hair, nestled into her mama doing skin-to-skin, is how I met her and fell in love.
I will always say, King Solomon said it best, "Grandchildren are the crown of the aged." They certainly are!
Brooke did fantastic and Alex is a rockstar tending to both Brookie and Amelia.
Her warm little body wrapped in soft blankets, her sweet baby scent, her little stretches, smiles, and baby noises are a joy to watch! I've enjoyed hours of snuggle time with her and kissing her little face softly.
Brooke is healing after a c-section and Alex has stepped up in all capacities, we are grateful he is home with her for a few weeks. They are equipped and well-prepared for her arrival and her bedroom is so beautiful. Alex has never held a tiny baby. You'd never know! We love him and appreciate him so much for all he is to Brooke and now Amelia.
Unexpected moments for me... Brooke was anxious and nervous inside at the hospital leading up to the c-section, but she displayed grace, class, calm, and politeness to everyone. I enjoyed her look of peacefulness with her baby in her arms and her graciousness sharing her little one as family couldn't wait to come in and meet her.
Mariah meeting Amelia was beautiful. She was breathless and emotional, waiting for this moment she dreamed of since middle school. I was grateful to be present, video-capture the moment and spend time with the three of us together + Amelia laughing and talking.
My heart burst in love when we FaceTimed Sofia, Rowan, and Claire from the hospital room as Mariah introduced them to Amelia. They were quiet as if they were in the room and didn't want to scare here. Looking at her quietly for several minutes, little Rowan leaned over and kissed the phone. My grandbabies seeing each other the first time was so precious.
So much love and so many prayers, we are blessed Amelia is here.
Excellent job, Brooke & Alex! We are so proud of you both!
