Annika Rachel: A Birth Story
It's probably too early for me to attempt to put into writing the events of the day of Annika's birth, but while it all still feels so fresh, I'm going to give it a try. In some ways, I wish we had better documented the day, but a part of me is content to keep those moments a sacred memory....
Lordy, Lordy! Look Who’s 40!
When my due date was pushed back to September 30, I was disappointed for the obvious reason of knowing that I might have to wait longer to meet Annika. And also...you know - I'd have to be pregnant longer. Lee was disappointed for another reason. "I want to be able to say I had all my kids...
Introducing
I kept on swimming, friends. Right into labor and delivery. Our daughter, Annika Rachel, was born yesterday at 4:32. The labor was a different one for me. But that's another story for another time. Right now I'll just share a few pictures. They aren't great pictures, mind you. I haven't had...
Just keep swimming – HULK SMASH!
I've never been what one might call "patient." I was the kid who snooped for Christmas presents (maybe even unwrapping and rewrapping the gifts a time or two. Sorry, Mom...) While I enjoy surprises, I don't like knowing a surprise is coming then having to wait for it. That's just mean. When a...
