I am constantly amazed by what happens to me when a new child joins our family. I am one of those strange people who feel no bonding to a baby before birth. Even during my own five pregnancies, I never felt connected to a real person till after they were born. From talking to other mothers, I realize this is odd, but for me it is true nonetheless. So I always worry if I could possibly love the one coming as much as I do the ones I already know and love.
Thus, the amazement when the child is born. I got to be present at Sydney's birth, and from the moment she was "out" I felt an amazing rush of love for her-so strong I could hardly stand it. She was my sweet little granddaughter-already showing her strong personality by lifting her head and looking all around the delivery room. She did not want to miss a thing. I loved her immediately and tremendously.
And it continues. Every time I see her adorable little face I just want to squeeze her and kiss her. Her open-mouthed, crooked little smile is so precious and her squeaks and squeals are adorable. I wait anxiously to see what cute things she does as she gets older, yet I don't want these precious baby days to go by too quickly. I am so grateful Heavenly Father sent us to earth in families and gave us an unending supply of love for them. I'm so happy to have four beautiful grandchildren and another on the way. Life is grand! It truly is "a wonderful life."
And honestly, have you ever seen a little girl any cuter than this??? I don't think so!
