“My daughter.”
Incredible words.
“My daughter” spoken from a guy who if he wasn’t in a labor room, there’s a good chance he could be outside blowing something up or burning something down.
I now have a daughter and a brand-new responsibility as a God-fearing parent of a beautiful (the MOST beautiful, by the way) baby girl – Ella Marie.
Today was QUITE the day. Of course EVERYONE had to come and visit Mom, Dad, and Ella. We did take some time this afternoon for “family time” where it was just the three of us bonding (or “napping” as I like to call it!)
We are ALL very exhausted from the tremendous event that has taken place – and we are PRAISING THE LORD for his miraculous hand. This truly is the most incredible thing I have ever witnessed in my life.
More photos are now available here.
I’ll whet your appetite:
to this point, I have personally changed 5 diapers BY MYSELF!
Awe!!! The picture of my mom holding Ella makes me feel like I’m there with you guys! I am so excited!!! Congratulations once more!
There are no words to describe how incredible Sunday night was… the Night of Miss Ella Marie’s birth… both Thomas and I were purley glad to be with you, jess, and ella in prayer that night, The sweet spirit of the Lord was ever so present. I can truely say that I have never been so excied for a couple to give birth to new life… and I am so excited to see Miss Ella. I can’t wait to teach her the true meaning of “bass clefs” and to love on her like crazy…. wow she is beautiful… tell her thomas and I will be coming soon…hopefully i can sneek away from iwu tomorrow…
this posting made me cry. being a parent is so so wonderful…
Way to go Paster 5 diapers all ready it took me about 6 weeks before I could change 1 and it wasn’t real messy if you know what I mean.
But what I realy want to say is Way to go you
2 what a beautiful new member of the Forever Famly
Congrats, Stevan and Jess–what a delight!
We’re still as excited as ever! Love to see all the beautiful pictures of your new family! We can’t wait to plan a trip up to Indiana to see Ella!
Much love!
Ellen
We’re still as excited as ever! Love to see all the beautiful pictures of your new family! We can’t wait to plan a trip up to Indiana to see Ella!
Much love!
Ellen
Ella is absolutely beautiful! Congratulations guys – you are entering a great journey!!!! Love you all! Brad, Heidi, Logan, and Lexa
Congratulations Stevan and Jessica! She is absolutely BEAUTIFUL! And Jessica, you are radiant! Thank you for sharing these special moments with us! It makes me feel like the miles aren’t so long!