"A woman giving birth to a child has pain because her time has come; but when her baby is born she forgets the anguish because of her joy that a child is born into the world." - John 16:21

I never knew how two little hands grabbing onto your index finger could turn your world around. I never realized how two little eyes looking up at you could turn your whole world around. That was until I was introduced to my daughter. Haley Marie entered the world on August 19th, 2011 at 11:30 p.m weighing 7lbs 2oz and 21 inches long.

I could go into details on how hard labor was, how rough delivery was, and how I am exhausted but I would rather focus on all of the positive things she has blessed my life with.

Her little smile, her little hands, everything about her can brighten up a room. I may seem biased because I am her mother but I can honestly say I have never seen such a beautiful child. A child that can take someone who has always had a hard time accepting love feel so open to every possibility of love.

I'm hoping this blog will allow friends and family to see how Haley grows and prospers. In the mean time, we'll be busy raising Haley. <3