We are so happy to have you here, Little Girl!

Brooklynn Grace

March 8, 2013

7lbs 15 oz and 20 1/2 inches

Born at 4:21pm at Mercy Des Moines

We are filled with such JOY and are so in LOVE with this beautiful Miracle.  We can’t help but brag on her.

Dear Brooklynn,

We were SO anxious to meet you.  For months we were wondering and guessing who you would look like, and what your little personality would be.  Your big brother TJ thought you should be named, “Cardinal” because it is a pretty bird.  He later changed your name to “Blue.”  Your other big brother, Marcus was certain your name would be “Minne Daisy.”  But mostly, they just love to call you, “Baby Sister.”  Marcus was excited to be a big brother.  He defines a big brother’s job as changing your diaper and carrying you up the stairs.  He also insisted on buying you an orange vacuum and flower shoes.  (He did get you the flower shoes, but is still looking for that orange vacuum!).  TJ thought you would have blue hair and that you would look just like him.  Fortunately, your hair isn’t blue, but you do look just like your big bro Teeg- from your tucked lower lip and your little button nose!  Mommy and Daddy wanted nothing more than for you to be a healthy and strong baby.  But you are much more than that!  You are beautiful and seem so calm and peaceful.  Brooklynn, you have answered our prayers, and given us so much peace and joy- more than you may ever understand.  We love you so much, and praise and thank Jesus for giving you to us.  Love you to the moon and back!  Mommy, Daddy, and your Big Brothers!