Vilate

Vilate Victoria

8 lbs 15 oz.

20 inches long.

This was probably my most difficult labor yet. It challenged me to my absolute limits. Yet, at the end of it all, there is now this beautiful, gentle, sweet little girl who is an integral part of our eternal family. We are extremely blessed. I can't wait to see her grow and develop and learn more about who she is.

She has come into a home where she is deeply loved and wanted by every single member of the family. Brigham and Briellen both adore her. Mirielle makes up songs and sings to her endlessly. Analise and Sarai both love to hold her and help with her. Mom and Dad are pretty content. And exhausted, to tell the truth.

Oh, and Dad? He's pretty much been heroic through everything. The night after we came home, he was up all night with three different children (not Vilate) and was so gentle and kind through his sleeplessness, (and this after helping me through labor the previous day). I was deeply impressed.

Also, a big enormous thanks to Amy O. She took our other children in again and again. We didn't have to worry in any way, and I am more grateful than I can express. Thanks, Amy.