So my beautiful sis (and her lovely assistant/one of my best friends, Courtney) came over and took our first family pics on Saturday. My sister is truly one of the most talented human beings I have ever met (her website is here).
Each day gets a little better settling into this new role. The first smile I ever saw of hers was a week and a half ago and it was as I was telling her the story of why she was named "Ruth." I know she was probably just passing gas or dreaming but I truly feel that it was a gift from God that was desperately needed...it made me tear up just having that little bit of affirmation that she truly is a promise and I am so meant to be a mom.
Facts on Miss Ruth Charlotte: she is very alert, she holds her head up and has been since birth, she doesn't seem to be a huge fan of sleep, she always smiles right when she is done eating, she hates wet diapers (so much so that we are averaging 15/day), she is quite petite but yet very long, she is SO strong (can already use her legs to push herself up), and she is deeply loved by her very blessed mommy and daddy.
Photo overload. Forewarned.
Ahhh such gorgeous pictures, I love them!! Your sister did such a good job and Ruth is an angel. What a precious family you have. Love the story of Ruth smiling when you told her how she got her name :)
ReplyDeleteAnna, you look absolutely stunning in all those photos! Xo
ReplyDeleteoh man her fuzzy shoulder kills me in the 3rd picture! She is so sweet! I'm not surprised she is so strong considering that belly video you posted! Hang in there with the sleep situation, it will get better (and everything seems so much better when you get sleep huh?)...though it seems like kids like to keep us on our toes and right when we think we have established a routine they decide it would be fun to change it up! Such is the life of a mama...but know you aren't alone lady!
ReplyDeleteOk so she is way to precious for words I have to meet here soon. You are such a beauty, and a wonderful mamma. What a gorgeous family.
ReplyDeleteshe's so precious! and you look stunning.
ReplyDeleteThose pictures are beautiful and little Ruth is adorable! Congratulations on your cute little family, mama!
ReplyDeleteSo happy for you all, she is just beautiful! Hopefully we can meet her sometime soon!
ReplyDeleteDid you seriously just have a baby? You look amazing. Prayers continuing your way for a smooth transition. God has equipped you specifically for this.
ReplyDeleteAw, love these first photos of your new family of three!! Hope things are getting easier and you're feeling more confident! I can only imagine how much you're learning right now, but I know with God on your side you will never fail!! Ruth is the most blessed little one - she sure has the most remarkable parents!! Love ya girlie and can't wait to see more photos!
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