Our little blessing has arrived!

Our little Haisley made her appearance on January 26 at 11:30 pm.  She weighed in at 6 lbs 15 oz and 20 inches long.  To say that we feel blessed is an understatement.  We truly feel as though she is a wonderful gift from God.  Hal Cooper visited in the hospital  and told us that having a child would make us better understand God's love for us that He gave up His child for sinners like us.  He was right!  I never knew that I would love somebody the way that I love this sweet baby.  She is so precious and I am trying to cherish every second that goes by. 

The only people that were allowed to see me in the laboring condition were Mark, my mom, and sister.  That laboring business is hard work!  These pictures were taken at the beginning...it went downhill from here.  I threw up, the whole nine yards.  I was in labor 12 1/2 hours and pushed for 1 and a half.  I even recall telling Mark that we would not be having any more children.   One look at my baby girl changed that!

Nervous Daddy cutting the cord...his face is priceless.

She had quite a little conehead.  I think that this picture makes her look bigger than she actually is.  She is itty bitty.

Proud daddy and patient Dr. Alverson....they were both put through a lot during this pregnancy.

Haisley had many visitors while we were in the hosptial, but we neglected to take pictures of everyone.  We'll know for the next child. 

I'll be posting some more pictures in the next post!