a new arrival

the holidays were fun. watching the kids enjoy it was my favorite part. i guess that means i am a grown up now.

the real fun part started when i got to fly down to norfolk, va to drive up to fort wayne with my sister kay, her daughter maddie june and their dog cooper. we took two days and drove through snow. she was to stay for one month since her husband is on deployment in the navy until april.

well...she is staying a little longer than that because while she was here she had a baby! ainsley claire was not due until february 15th. she arrived december 28th. i got to be a part of the whole process and even see her come into the world. baby is getting stronger everyday. she is beautiful.

the miracle of life is amazing and never gets old. especially the life of a 33 week old as she beats the odds that were stacked up against her. what a blessing.