Announcing Andrew William Black

Before you were conceived
I wanted you.
Before you were born
I loved you.
Before you were here an hour
I would give my life for you.
This is the miracle of life.
Maureen Hawkins

Andrew joined his adoring family in Washington State.  Since not many in the family will get to see him while he is a newborn, please endulge a proud grandma in sharing this glimpse into his arrival.

Walking into Kadlac Hospital to see Mom and new brother.

Many buttons were pushed in the long elevator ride to Mom's room.

Mom's room.

First peek at the new baby!  Porter is excited about the cookies he brought Mom.

Babies are such a nice way to start people.Don Herrold

Making the decision to have a child is momentous.
It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body.Elizabeth Stone