Grammy

I am pretty amazed at how having a grandchild can so change your life in a moment. I experienced so many emotions while Sheila was in labor. She and Andrew so graciously allowed me in the labor and delivery room to witness Olivia's birth. I teared up during hard times for Sheila when she had no more strength to push and prayed for her when she was hurting. When the doctor said "I think a c-section is our best option" I had a moment of doubt of God's presence but just one moment because I know God is in everything. I was disappointed because it looked like I was not going to be able to witness her birth, but after about 30 minutes they asked for me in the waiting area and told me the surgeon said that I could also come in for the birth. I was really surprised and realized God's favor and goodness to me. I was able to see Olivia be pulled into this world and hear her sweet loud cry. I got to be with Andrew and see his eyes tear up with joy through my teared up eyes. And get a hug from him while he said"I cant believe this is real".
Olivia was pink and had dark hair and cried and cried and then whimpered as she realized her daddy was touching her and was saying sweet things to her. She grabbed onto my finger before they took her to be weighed and she was a surprising 9 pounds even and 22 inches long. I am overjoyed at this child being here and I see in Sheila already a love for this little girl that I had for her. Life is amazing.

Olivia is here

waiting, waiting

Well here I am with Olivia's due date only 2 days away. She is still not here and her mom is getting a little anxious. We were so hoping that she would come early in June but it looks like she has her own ideas. We are now thinking that fathers day would be nice. But I know that God has a plan and that it is perfect. It is just so hard to be patient when we want to hold her and kiss her and hug her so badly. I have loved this child since the moment that I knew she was coming. I will certainly post after she comes and let you know how beautiful she is and how wonderful being a grandparent really is.