A Baby Story
After several discussions about whether or not we should orchestrate the delivery of our newest miracle, Richie and I ultimately decided to schedule an induction date ~ October 18th, 2013. We were first told to be at the hospital at 6am… ugh! I politely (with a smile) suggested that perhaps 7am would be an option as well… since this is my third… and I'm actually pretty good at this whole birthing thing. They accepted my proposal - and even allowed us to push it back 30 minutes more to avoid a nursing shift change. So, in true form, we walked into the hospital at 7:40… just because that's how we roll. The night before the baby's arrival felt like Christmas Eve at our house. The boys had an energy and excitement bursting out of them that can only be found in those moments leading up to a milestone event. It's a feeling that should be bottled up and sold. That's been my blessing and my curse throughout this whole process… the acknowledgement that this is the most d