
I remember being in the hospital and processing that we had a little girl, a daughter. To me, it's a humbling experience because the mother/daughter relationship can be so complex but also so wonderful. Matt came back to the hospital on the second day (I let him go home to sleep after we have babies...he would stay if I asked him to but I've never asked because if I were him I would much prefer our nice cozy bed to the hospital chair that pulls out into a "bed" ;) ) and he looked kind of stunned. I asked him what was going on, and all he could get out was: "I'll have to give her away someday." I think he's still processing that...
We sure do love our little Ella around here. Somehow the nickname "Mooka" has stuck for her, and we are all equally parts fascinated/terrified of her (just kidding...but I wouldn't recommend getting in her way).
Happy Birthday, Ella!

happy birthday ella! that's a very nice story katie - that moment, between when the baby is born and when you find out what it is, is definitely unforgettable! then the next moment... they're 2.
ReplyDeleteOh, happy birthday Ella! Now excuse me, I need to go get a tissue. Seriously.
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