Finding our rhythm.
As Simon has been saying over and over, "I am so glad she's here."
We made the transition from hospital to home on Friday afternoon and spent the rest of the weekend just hanging out. Thank you so much for all the well-wishes and kind words. We are all really just so excited.
Lots of getting to know you moments. So far she is quite the little sleeper and quite the nurser - her two favorite activities. She is also really good at snuggling.
Simon is super protective of her. He makes sure to let me know that she needs help and gets very concerned when she appears to be in distress. Chris and I have had lots of "shared-look" moments as we watch Simon talk to her, tell her about whatever is on his mind at the moment, and show her his toys.
Keeping it very low key this week. Working on healing myself as I learn all about this sweet girl. Feeling really good overall (the meds definitely help this along) and taking things as easy as I can.
how could you ever imagine that she could be as perfect and wonderful and all things lovely as she is? enjoy the babe.
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Awwww, she is SO cute! I love her little nose. Big brothers are the best! Keep healing and enjoying your newly expanded family!
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She's wonderful Ali -so beautiful!
I love the photo of Simon holding her :)
We know the 'shared-looks' that you speak of between you and Chris as you watch Simon with her. We have *those* here too :) Our three kids (one with Autism) greet our baby girl (still in my tummy) with cuddles, high fives and kisses every morning, every night and a million random times throughout the day! I love it when they *bring* her things to *show* her and when I explain that she can't see them just yet since she's still in my tummy, they say 'it doesn't matter, we just want to show her anyway!' So precious :)
Love to you as you mend and get to know your precious princess with every passing day, every hour, every moment..
Lusi x
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Best wishes and God Bless...those first days are just so beautiful. rest and enjoy!!
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Congrats Ali! She is beautiful!
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Ohhh, she is so super beautiful!! So glad Simon is going well with her! I absolutely ADORE the little butterly outfit, so gorgeous!!
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They look wonderful together - peace to you all.
Susan
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I am sending Simon a giant *HUG* He is such an awesome big brother already!
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I am blessed with two beautiful boys, so I don't know what it's like to have a girl. I'll just live it vicariously through you and Anna. :)
God bless and thanks for keeping up with us. Wow.
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Thank you so much for sharing more pictures of your precious Anna. :) She look so much like you (especially in that photo in the white)! Loving this. And love that photo of she and Simon having a moment. :) Be well!
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What a gorgeous baby little Anna is. Ali I am so happy for you and your family. Congratulations. And A beautiful name!
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she simply is adorable, Ali. I'm sure you will get some help from Simon later on ( babysitting, watching her while she's playing...)I hope you are doing well to.
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Anna is truly a beautiful little girl. Thank you for sharing something so precious, so personal with all of us. Congratulations to all of you. Simon, you have such a wonderful and important job as a big brother, and it looks like you are off to a fantastic start!
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Congratulations! She is beautiful. God Bless.
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I´m glad you´re all doing fine, take care of yourself! And thank you so much for sharing these wonderful fotos and moments! Hubby and I are thinking about a (first) child these days... lots of thoughts and fears of doing something for the first time. But seeing these fotos makes me just feel it is so natural and just the right thing.
All the best for you and your precious family of 4! :-)
Love, Anne
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She's definitely a cutie! Simon looks like he is so in love with his new baby sister. It's so precious to see. Sending you best wishes for a smooth recovery and transition to "two kid parenting"!
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Your girl is beautiful, Ali.
And congrats !
Do u know something very shocking.
i just gave birth too.
And surprising... both ur girl n mine share the same edd n we both gave birth on the 10th.
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Enjoy your time. Those first weeks are so precious. Mwah. Big kisses.
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hi ali,
congrats to you and your sweet family. thank you for sharing your joy with all of us. wishing you much joy and REST!
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Aaah, she is just too darling! Can't believe you're back to blogging already. Take it easy girl!
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Oh Ali, she's beautiful. The photo of Simon holding her is so priceless. My nephew is autistic and he paid absolutely no attention to his sister other than annoyance. My sons are now grown, but the greatest gift I ever gave them was each other. We were terrified of jealous sibling rivalry and resentment so we kind of encouraged them as a team and if there were issues it would be them against us. Now they are adults and still best friends and talk on the phone almost every day. The photo I captured as my youngest son left home to join his wife who is in the Army stationed at Ft. Hood in Texas was a grown up version of Simon and Anna. She has brought blessings and more joy into your beautiful family. I love that you are so sweet to be sharing little posts with us because it reminds me of the best days of my life. Enjoy and glad your taking care of yourself too.
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Aww, aren't those two the most precious thing in the whole world. Enjoy these sweet moments and rest up as much as you can. Good luck on the ups and downs a new baby brings. =) *hugs*
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She's beautiful.Congratulations!
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Good to know you're all doing well. This last picture is absolutely beautiful!
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oh GIRL!!!! you and Chris sure know how to make a gorgeous lil being... she's simply beautiful. She looks to be a big girl and oh so sweet and healthy... Simon looks like he's fitting this into his routine juuuust fine. best wishes while you embrace these moments of a sweet baby girl.. trust me... you are in for a RIDE!!!
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