On April 26th, 2012, at 3:30 pm, we welcomed with love, Celeste Elisabeth Williams.
Her name means 'from heaven' or 'heavenly' and we truly feel heaven blessed to have this sweet little girl join our family.
Rebecca, Joseph and Theo could hardly wait to meet their little sister.
They were proudly wearing their "I'm a big brother/sister t-shirts."
As soon as Theo walked into the room he took possession of the baby and said: Gimme baby. He held her, kissed her, shushed her, pointed out her ears and head and nose and was so excited he could hardly stand it. Rebecca and Joseph, too, savored their first moments with Celeste. Joseph loved her hands and toes, just like he did when Theo was born. When Rebecca, Joseph and Theo walked into the room Celeste opened her eyes (it was my first time seeing her eyes opened) and looked straight in their direction. I felt like she knew exactly who was entering. It was an emotional moment for me, having my whole family together for the first time. 
Celeste is adjusting well to the love of her brothers and sister. We're happy to have Grandma Julie here helping us. The birth went well. Not quite as shocking as Joseph's 911 fire department delivery, and not quite as fast as Theo's 1 1/2 hours of labor. I did labor at home as much as possible (starting about 6 in the morning), praying that I would know the right moment to go to the hospital. That moment eventually came, and we arrived at the hospital just in time. Celeste was born 45 minutes later.
It is such a blessing to be able to participate in bringing life into this world. We're grateful for everyone who assisted in making Celeste's birth a wonderful experience, including friends (who helped out with the other children at home), family and the doctor and nurses.
Happy Birthday, Celeste! We're so glad you've joined our family.
11 comments:
These pictures made me smile and then brought a tear to my eye. She is beautiful and so are your other kids and so are you! Hugs to Grandma Julie!
Congratulations on your beautiful new addition! What a blessed family you have. Best wishes to you as you transition another new spirit into your home.
your photos remind me of the counsel to " store up treasures in Heaven" .. congratulations.. love and prayers are with you .. you make a beautiful "unit" God bless in all you do. fond love Doreen xxxxxxxxx
The pictures of Theo holding Celeste are so fun. He is such a proud older brother! And Rebecca looks like a natural baby holder! Joseph looks giddy and so happy. Celeste is a beautiful baby, just like her mommy! Congratulations to all of you!
Congratulations! I love how round and pink she is!
After the many sweet comments made about your children, there is nothing left to say but to concur with all the others comments completely. You have a beautiful family and Celeste is one lucky little girl... to come into a world so filled with love and to be welcomed so delightfully. Enjoy the beautiful joy of this "enchanted" April.
After the many sweet comments made about your children, there is nothing left to say but to concur with all the others comments completely. You have a beautiful family and Celeste is one lucky little girl... to come into a world so filled with love and to be welcomed so delightfully. Enjoy the beautiful joy of this "enchanted" April.
OH Congratz! I got all teary just reading your post. What a beautiful family! So happy for you...
happy, happy, joy, joy!!
she's beautiful - just like her siblings and her mom & dad. nice work, once again!!
love & hugs from me to you all ...
Congratulations Dorothea! I am so glad everything worked out well with your delivery! Best of luck and all my love. Charity
Just saw this post for the first time and all the pictures of the 3 kids each holding Celeste are ADORABLE...Wall-worthy! :)
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