Katelyn was born Monday, July 26 at 11:12 in the morning, weighing 7 lbs, 11 oz and measuring 20.5 inches long. That's exactly how long I was when I was born, too! She's longer than either of the boys have been. Let me tell you, this little gal has completely grabbed us by the heartstrings. She is amazing. Here she is just a few hours old, being introduced to everyone. Can you see Luke's face? He was so excited to see Mommy and meet baby Katelyn.
This weekend, daddy was scared of having a little girl and today, holding her...he looks as comfortable as can be. Everyone told him that having a daughter was amazing, but I'm not sure he really got it. I think he gets it now, though and it is so beautiful to watch. Hmm, makes me get teary eyed just thinking about it!
The boys are in love with her, too. It is so precious to watch. Tyler is the proudest big brother and very protective of her already. And Lucas just loves her to death. The smile on his face when he looks at "baby" (as he is calling her, hopefully we'll get him to say Katelyn before too long) is so incredibly precious. He really is taken by her. I remember Tyler not being too interested in baby Lucas, but Lucas is so VERY aware of her...in fact, I'm thinking we are going to have a little trouble helping him to understand that she's not quite ready to play with yet!! Poor little girl, with Daddy and these two older brothers, she's going to be one very loved and VERY protected girl.
We are so excited to welcome this little girl to our family and can't wait to watch her grown!
