Friday, November 13, 2015

The BIG Reveal!

My version of Jen Kingwell's My Small World quilt is finished, quilted, bound and gifted. Yay!


But (for a change) this post isn't about the quilt. It's all about the recipient, my brand new granddaughter!




Sarah and I couldn't wait to give her some welcoming cuddles.






Cute as a button, and every bit as beautiful as her cousin, The Princess, she is definitely another little Princess! So, in future, on my blog, these precious little people will be known as Princess 1(formerly The Princess), Mr J (now a proud Big Brother) and Princess 2 (his baby sister).


The safe arrival of a baby is always a reason for rejoicing, but this little one's birth upsized that joy for our family. Two years ago I wrote this blog post. It was the second hardest I've ever written, after the hardest one a year before. 

Watching and waiting while this little one was being formed inside her mummy was like holding my breath. After all, Harry's gestation had gone smoothly too, giving no hint of the tragedy that was to come. I didn't dare share with more than a few close friends the news that another bub was on the way. Finally, with her safe arrival, I felt I could at last exhale with relief and share our happiness with the world.

Harry will always be part of our family, even if he isn't here to hug, and my heart is bursting with thankfulness to God for our new little baby girl.




13 comments:

  1. So Incredibly special - all of it.

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  2. She is beautiful. And I am so happy to share in your joy today. I have admired so much Di how you have worked and prayed to move forward in times of great sorrow. I know you and yours are all rejoicing. And Harry and Boak are looking down with great smiles.

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  3. Lovely Lovely news Di, congratulations to all.

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  4. I can see that she is going to be one cherished little bub ... welcome to the world sweetheart :)

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  5. What a wonderful gift from God. She is just so perfect and we all rejoice with her safe arrival. What a lucky little girl to be born into such a beautiful and loving family, and extra lucky to have been given that wonderful quilt made with so much love by her own Grandma. Wishing you and your family every happiness as you celebrate the safe arrival of Princess 2

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  6. Congratulations on the safe arrival of Princess Ivy! You must be so relieved and happy to have her safely in the arms of your loving family! Enjoy the cuddles and very special times together.

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  7. What beautiful news Di, thank you for sharing. You've had a hard year and so deserve this happiness. Congratulations to you, your daughter and all your family!

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  8. Congrats!!! There is nothing more wonderful than grandchildren! BTW, the quilt is beautiful too!

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  9. so glad to hear baby has arrived and healthy! love the wall hanging you made

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  10. Congratulations! You have a wonderful family. The grand-babies are beautiful. Long and happy life to all.

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  11. Congratulations to Mr. J (and you, if he'll share) on the new addition to your family!!! Babies are a blessing - enjoy!!!

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  12. Congratulations! She is beautiful! Your quilt is lovely too. Enjoy that sweet little girl, so fresh from heaven!

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  13. I am so excited for you to have another little bundle to cuddle! It's A Small World is the perfect gift to celebrate her safe and healthy arrival! Congratulations!

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