So this is what my mommy's face looks like!

Still me...Auntie Sarah

Hello!

So everyone is at home! Mommy, Daddy and Amelia (a (short a)-ma-lee-a are home. The dogs have been introduced, the nursery is no longer just a project, but the room for a precious treasure. The rocking chair provides comfort and purpose as mommy feeds baby. The monitor now remains on and little coos and whimperings may be heard. The clothes are washed and now pink and purple onesies adorn the closet. Life has changed in the Hadj home. It has always been a place where family and friends have gathered. Jenny and Straty have nourished us, entertained us, sheltered us, and welcomed us in to their cozy home. But when I walked in today something was different. I was still greeted by 3 eager dogs, the yummy smell of candles still filled the air, Valentines hearts were hung to symbolize another holiday that is approaching. So many things were the same, yet something was different.

This home now held a different meaning. My mind began to envision all the celebrations to come. A home that has already held so many rituals and traditions will now be the place of so many firsts. Amelia's first Valentine's Day, Amelia's first Easter, Jenny's first Mother's Day, Straty's first Father's Day. Soon it will be a place where her birthdays are celebrated, her steps are taken and her words spoken,
i am in awe of the beauty of the moments shared and completely inspired by the moments to come.

Lord, please bless the Hadj home and all who dwell in it. May it be filled with love, laughter and happiness. Keep everyone healthy and growing strong in health and in You, dear Lord. Thank you for a beautiful blessing that reminds us how amazing your works are and how intricately you have design your children. May we love well and forever embrace the gifts you have given us. Amen!

Following are some photos from Jenny McMasters, the photographer that was present with us on Amelia's birthday. She just wanted us to be able to share a few of her favorites with you! Enjoy!

Paparazzi. I'm already famous.

Peek a boo, we see you!

Daddy Coaching baby in to the world

It's a........

Many more photos

I have sent an e-mail from snapfish so you may view more photos!

You may also try to cut and paste this link!

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As of this morning, everyone is still well!

Amelia was moved to the nursury just so she could get warm!

Grandma stayed with Jenny last night and they managed to get some sleep!

The ETA of going home is tomorrow (Wednesday around 11:00am)!

I think I am signing off! Hopefull the next blogs you get will be from the proud parents!

We will keep trying to get new pictures to you!

love,

Auntie Sarah

It's a.......

Straty and Jenny would like you meet Amelia Marie Hadjiyannis. Born at 5:13pm and weighing in at a healthy 8.6 and measuring out at 21 inches. This may go down once her head shapes up:) Her hair is strawberry!

Mom is doing great. Both are healthy. Jenny is holding her now!

We will post or e-mail pictures soon!

still pushing

Doc was here. Said everything looks good. The head made it through the narrowest part of the canal, so Doc is 95% sure no C-section will be necessary. Made is through one hour, perhaps one more to go. She is at -2. Not sure what that means, but some of you moms may find that information helpful:).

Both mom and dad are still doing well!