You arrived on Monday morning, July 27, 2009.
We were anxious to meet you. You had several guests waiting to hold you, all full of anticipation.
Here are some of your very first moments in the world.
I wasn't able to hold you just when you were born because you were having breathing problems. The doctors were able to solve the problems and get your lungs and heart working properly, and twenty minutes later, Dr. Finstad brought you to me so I could cuddle you.
Curled up and sleepy after crying and being so alert during your newborn tests.
Your daddy helping the nursery staff bathe you.
He was the first family member to hold you. He had waited for that moment so long, and had longed to name you Daniel.
Your enthusiastic Aunt Rachie. She waited on pins and needles in the delivery room and texted her friends updates.
Your Grandma Becky arrived very early during labor to make sure she didn't miss your arrival.
Aunt Jessica also arrived early in the morning and was one of the first people to smile at you.
Your father held you for a long time the afternoon you were born while I rested.
Your Grandpa Douglas checked you out on Tuesday afternoon. He came to see you as soon as he was able.
This is how you slept in the hospital, in a tiny, plastic box. You had to wear a woolen hat to keep your temperature up.
We loved and loved and loved on you, sweet boy.
We marveled that God chose you for us and us for you.
You are a big game-changer, dear, and we are so in love with you.
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