Here I am– just for a minute! Thanks so much for all the kind notes and especially for all of your prayers. So many people wanted to see a picture of our new little guy and asked about his “stats” that I thought I’d put this up while I have a minute…
Raphael Joseph (pronounced “RAY-fee-ul”) was born at 1:01 pm on Saturday, March 19, 2005.
He weighs 6 pounds, 4 ounces and is 19 inches long.
He is just an hour old in this picture. Labor was longer than I am accustomed to, but I didn’t hold that against him because in the end he was just so darned cute! He smells sweet, sleeps like a baby (we all know what that really means) and nurses like a champ. The older children, particularly Stephen, are feeling very proud and protective of their new little brother. In fact, I think I’ve only heard Gabrielle say “No, Baby! Move, Baby!” once so far…
Click here to see an album with more pictures. Thanks again for all your good wishes. We have been just showered with blessings- God is good!