She's Here!

Last Saturday we went to the park for a picnic lunch. That's when I overheard a lady say, "Oh geez, I'd hate to be her right now." After seeing this picture, I see why.

Dominic is a calming influence on me. I felt less nervous when we checked into the hospital than I felt a few days ago. The staff here was also very good. For instance, the anesthesiologist really listened to me, and this was my least painful experience. The nursing staff was good at including me in their conversations instead of just working around me.



Rachel arrived at 12:10 pm, weighing in at 8 lbs 11 oz and measuring 21 inches. She's long and skinny with very chubby cheeks. Can you believe that hair? We finally got a brunette! I wonder if she'll have brown eyes, too. Anything is possible now.

Apparently my body handles surgery very well. The nurses said I'm acting more like a mom who went through regular labor and delivery. Even the doctor thinks I could go home a day early, but I'd rather take advantage of the peace and quiet here.

Dominic's mom arrived Wednesday night, and she is watching the kids. The kids like visiting me and their little sister here at the hospital, but they act a little wild. Benjamin is taking my absence the hardest; he keeps saying, "I miss my Mommy." So they want me home early.