Last Sunday morning were were awakened around 2:30 in the morning with the phone call we had been waiting for. We were expecting a call that said Cynda was in labor, but the call we got was David telling us that baby Elisabeth was here. Within 15 minutes we were on the road heading to Baton Rouge. 8 hours later we got to meet Elisabeth for the first time.
When Rebekah was born three years ago the delivery was very fast. From the time the doctor broke the water until she was born was 20 minutes. The doctor went back to her office in the hospital and turned on the monitors - realized what was happening - and turned right around but wasn't able to get there in time. Around the hospital Rebekah was known as speedy baby. Rebekah is no longer the speediest baby. Elisabeth was even faster.
Around two in the morning Cynda woke up to sharp labor pains. She told David that she thought it was time to go to the hospital. Before they could get to the van her water broke. Cynda knew that they could not make it to the hospital in time so David called 911. While he was on the phone Cynda yelled, "put down the phone and come here, the baby is coming now!" David delivered the baby at 2:18. The EMS arrived shortly after. If Rebekah was speedy baby, Elisabeth is lightning!
I knew that I had a great son-in-law, but I never thought he would be delivering babies. Elisabeth's sisters are now very knowledgeable about how babies are born. Not many kids these days get to witness their siblings birth. Rebekah is quite jealous of her Mommy Time, but Autumn is quite the big sister and loves to mother Elisabeth.
After visiting a few hours and getting to hold Elisabeth I had to turn around and make the 8 hour trip home. I'm getting way to old to travel 800 miles in 22 hours on two hours sleep. It has taken me all week to catch up on my sleep. Early tomorrow morning I will get back on the road for Baton Rouge. My wife Gina stayed last week to help out. I'm looking forward to seeing her and the whole family tomorrow, but I'm especially looking forward to holding Elisabeth again.
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That is the plumpiest face I have ever seen on a newborn!!! She is absolutely precious! Congratulations to all of you.
ReplyDeleteA sweet and beautiful child. Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! Very precious grandbabies..all of them :)
ReplyDeleteMazal tov! Wonderful pictures of life and new life and bonding. A home delivery, wow!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!!!
ReplyDeleteNOTHING beats a new life.
Oh many, many congratulations!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful children!
Grandchildren are God's reward to us for being parents. ;)
I definitely see the Olympics in their futures. However births like that really takes that old guilt trip saw "I was in labor with you for 32 hours and this is how you treat me---" totally out of the picture.
ReplyDeleteShe is beautiful and from your smile, you don't look a bit sleep deprived.
Little Sis really looks proud also.
Don't you love how the wrap new borns like tacos these days.
Enjoy that beautiful baby Richie.
such a beautiful bundle of joy!
ReplyDeletecongratulations, drive safely Richie
Heartfelt congratulations, what a lovely child!
ReplyDeletePlease be careful when driving. Take a rest, a nap, even stay overnight.
Awwh! Congratulations, Grandpa and Grandma! And to mom and dad, of course. Beautiful baby!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on becoming a granddad again! And she is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThat is lightning speed indeed.
ReplyDeleteGreat captures.
I am very happy for you and yr family :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! She is just beautiful:()
ReplyDeleteAll three girls are beautiful. I know you are both very proud grandparents. Enjoy your time with your lovely family.
ReplyDeleteOh, congratulations, Rich!!!! What a beautiful baby girl!!!! All your granddaughters are simply lovely!! I'm so thrilled for you...you and Gina must be overjoyed!!! ~Janine
ReplyDeleteCongratulations, Gina and Rich, on the new arrival! I bet you would move heaven and earth for your grandchildren. 800 miles is nothing.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet looking baby! Love her round little face. But boy! What a fast delivery. Dad must be proud.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on being a grandpa again. All the girls are beautiful.
Just stopping to see if you'd posted anymore pics!!! Congrats, again!!! ~Janine
ReplyDeleteMore pics coming as soon as I have time to go through them.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Rich! I am so happy for you!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations. May God bless you all...
ReplyDeleteWelcome, speedy girl! That is super duper news. Congratulations to all of you, and God bless!
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