First Snow

We had our first little snow storm this season

And the girls LOVED every moment of it.

Perfectly Perfect Timing

Here are some amazing pictures 

taken from Cali Walters, a photographer here in Pullman.

\The day after we had Emilia, I was told Cali was looking for a new born to photograph

A company gave her products and asked her to photograph them for their company

In return for photographing Emilia, we received all pictures on CD as well as a free session :)

It was perfect timing, and out of the many applicants, little Emilia was chosen. HOORAY :)

We had a great time - Thanks Cali!! 

Emilia's Story

Finally, the story and some pictures :)

So, I went in for my 38 wk check up, and the Dr. told us
we were going to have the baby within the next day or two.  

So I decided I should probably take a  picture of the belly before it was too late :)

Our Dr. tried to set an induction for that day

But the hospital was full and wouldn't allow anyone who wasnt in active labor

Unfortunately, my body doesnt let me know it's in labor until its too late

(minutes before the baby arrives)

Well, our Dr was leaving town the next day and would be gone for a week

(worst timing ever!)

Let's be honest...we were nervous

...and more than nervous when our Dr. explained how to deliver our baby on our own

The next morning, we met with another Dr

She was amazed that I didnt acknowledge 

the strong contractions my body was having

Still no openings at the hospital

She was worried

We were worried

My mother, sister, and brother-in-law came

and miraculously, the hospital called that afternoon

An unexpected discharge came, which meant an opening for me :)

We arrived and 3 hours later, Emilia was born

We are SoOoOo grateful for the helping hands!!

When my family brought Crystal and Abigail to visit, it was priceless!!

The moment Little Crystal walked in the room

I could see her heart beaming as she sweetly walked over

and batted her eyes at her new sister

 She anxiously waited for daddy to put Millie in her lap, 

then ever so gently rocked her back and forth

After humming and gently rubbing her face, she quietly said

"Oh Millie, I've been waiting for you for years!!" 

I could hear the nurses giggling in the hall

Telling each other to look at that "Cute, sassy little movie star"

I immediately knew it was our little Abigail :)

As Abby strutted into my room with her bright smile and usual attire

(decorated head-to-toe with head band, sun glasses, dress, and purse)

The moment she saw me, her whole body shifted emotions

Shoulders dropped, glasses came off, and she ran over to me with tears in her eyes

All she wanted was to lay next to me and

For the next 10 minutes, she caressed my face and hair asking

"You okay, mommy? You okay?  It's okay mommy, I love you.  It's okay."

In the softest, most loving little voice.