Yesterday, Sean and I drove down to the city to meet our new niece. The excitement I felt is beyond what I can even explain.
As soon as we drove on the George Washington Bridge I just felt like I belonged there. Even though I no longer live in the city, I continue to feel like this is my home. Maybe one day it will be my residing home again, but I'm sure that forever I will feel that in regards to NYC, there really is no place like home.
After lots of hugs, a few tears and telling my sister how amazing she was I asked the most important question, "Would you mind if I share her on my blog?" She smiled and said, "Sure."
I wanted to hold and just stare at her little face, feet and hands all day. When her eyes will lock on mine I felt like she knew who I was. It’s an amazing feeling to meet your sibling’s child for the first time. You’re in awe and I think I told my sister 100 times, “Oh my gosh, you’re a mom!" and “Oh my gosh, you have a daughter!”
It is this miracle that none of us can really explain. It’s these strong feelings that you cannot describe. But it’s exactly when you feel God all around.
Noa Grace, welcome to the family. You’re going to love it here.
P.S. Your mother and I asked Sean what's up with that creepster face in the above picture. Sean replied, "You know I hate pictures." Noa, you will see and learn just how much your uncle hates pictures for years to come.
As soon as we drove on the George Washington Bridge I just felt like I belonged there. Even though I no longer live in the city, I continue to feel like this is my home. Maybe one day it will be my residing home again, but I'm sure that forever I will feel that in regards to NYC, there really is no place like home.
Noa Grace
Born 1/5/13 @ 9:06pm
7.9 lbs and 19.5 inches
Born 1/5/13 @ 9:06pm
7.9 lbs and 19.5 inches
I wanted to hold and just stare at her little face, feet and hands all day. When her eyes will lock on mine I felt like she knew who I was. It’s an amazing feeling to meet your sibling’s child for the first time. You’re in awe and I think I told my sister 100 times, “Oh my gosh, you’re a mom!" and “Oh my gosh, you have a daughter!”
It is this miracle that none of us can really explain. It’s these strong feelings that you cannot describe. But it’s exactly when you feel God all around.
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P.S. Your mother and I asked Sean what's up with that creepster face in the above picture. Sean replied, "You know I hate pictures." Noa, you will see and learn just how much your uncle hates pictures for years to come.
First I love that pic of the GWB. and second omg ah-dorable!!! I love her sweet little name too. Hope you have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness!!! She's so beautiful! I seriously can not handle her head of hair! It's perfectly parted too...
ReplyDeleteCongrats to your sister and her hubby... and congrats to you auntie Faith and Uncle Sean!
OMG! Dying! She is absolutely precious! :) Congratulations to your family! Noa is a lucky little girl!
ReplyDeletenyc, thats so awesome.
ReplyDeletemy husband is considering jobs in nyc or virginia and i'm not sure which i would like more, i've always considered myself more of a west coast person. anyways, on to the baby.
so cute, congrats to your sister!
also, new born babies kind of freak me out, i feel like they are too fragile, i can't handle it. haha
K
Oh my word...what have you done. My baby itch is on over drive :). She's so beautiful. Congratulations to your family.x
ReplyDeleteShe is so beautiful! Congrats, Aunty! I love having a niece. My baby fever just kicked into overdrive!
ReplyDeleteOMG so is soooo adorable!!! Look at all that hair!! Congrats on being an auntie!
ReplyDeleteXOXO
She is soooo beautiful! What a perfect little baby!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations auntie!!!!! What a blessing :)
ReplyDeleteShe is beautiful! Congratulations to you all. Such an awesome new year blessing! I love her name! Really unique!
ReplyDeleteAwwwwww - she is beautiful!!! Congratulations on the new addition to the family :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a lil' cutie! Congrats again Aunite Faith!
ReplyDeleteYour words described perfectly what I felt when my nephew was born a day before your niece..."It is this miracle that none of us can really explain. It’s these strong feelings that you cannot describe. But it’s exactly when you feel God all around."
I was with my sister throughout her labor, so you can imagine I've had enough birth control for years! LOL. Seriously, it was such a mind blowing experience to witness. My sister is such a hero in my eyes and I cannot believe she's a mother now. Wow. Babies are such a beautiful blessing and I'm so thankful for the newest addition to our family.
I pray you get to see you niece often and enjoy time with your family :)
She is so pretty! Congrats on becoming an Aunt! :)
ReplyDeleteShe's beautiful!!! Welcome to the world, Noa!
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LOVE your pic of the GW bridge!!! And your niece is so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteShe's gorgeous. That's all!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness! What a precious baby! And I love her name!!! And you're right... It is an amazing feeling when you meet your sibiling child for the first time! I love being an Aunt! Such a wonderful feeling!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful name and a beautiful little lady! Congratulations again auntie xx
ReplyDeleteShe's so beautiful! Congratulations on becoming an auntie again! :)
ReplyDeleteAw, this is so precious! She is just adorable. Congratulations Auntie!
ReplyDeleteEmily Beth
I love babies!! Naturally, she's beautiful. But really, is there a Faith family member that isn't a looker? I mean, really?
ReplyDeleteAnd I love her name. I just said it out loud and bam, I love it even more.
Congrats to your sister and her husband! Congrats to you Auntie! Congrats to everyone!!
so sweet, congrats!
ReplyDeleteThis post and the photos have nearly made me overdose with cuteness, I can't believe how cute she is, love these photos, congratulations Auntie Faith!
ReplyDeleteNoa Grace is absolutely beautiful, and so is her name!! She is one lucky little girl to have you for an auntie! And I agree...the birth of a sweet, newborn baby really makes you feel God's amazing presence.
ReplyDeleteShe is precious! There truly is no place like home.
ReplyDeleteI love her name, her hair, and what a precious family she was born into! Thank you, God!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to your whole family.
I'm so proud for you, Faith!!
A new baby in the family is so exciting. She's precious. Next time you see her she'll look totally different too; they change so much. Glad she made it on the blog. Come to think of it I didn't even ask my sister; good thing she doesn't mind.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful little baby girl! She is wonderful! Congrats! I'm glad your sister allowed you to share this moment on your blog :)
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, I LOVE her name!!!!! Seriously! I kinda wish I'd thought of it first...dang! ;) She's so precious!!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats, Auntie!!!
Omg she is so pretty!! And your sister is going to have fun with all of that gorgeous hair!!!!
ReplyDeleteFaith, she is so, so beatiful. Glad your sister let you show her picture. She is one doll of a baby. Look at that gorgeous shiny hair.
ReplyDeleteYay!! She said yes to sharing her on the blog! : ) She is so beautiful! And I love the name Noa, so different and cute! Congrats to you and your sister!
ReplyDeleteNoa grace is perfection personified. Your niece has you wrapped aroungd her tiny little fingers ;-) I felt the same way you did when my sister had her baby. It was mind blowing to think that she was a mom. Lol then when I became a mom it was hard to wrap my head around the fact that now I was a mom too!! Anyway Noa Grace's head full of shiny thick hair is gorgeous!! Enjoy that sweet bundle of joy!
ReplyDeleteShe is absolutely beautiful and perfect. And yes, Sean looks like a creeper in the last photo. Congratulations on the birth of your niece. Lucky little girl to be born in such a cool family.
ReplyDeleteCongrats Auntie Faith! Adorable niece :) looking forward to seeing more pictures of her :)
ReplyDeletecongratulations! she is beautiful! it's amazing how much you'll love that baby!
ReplyDeleteAmazing! She is so gorgeous and that name fits her perfectly.
ReplyDeleteGiving birth is the most pleasurable pain a mother will ever experience. And being a mom is amazing on so many different levels.
Congratulations to your sister, and to you and Shawn! God bless you all!
This is so sweet! My first baby is due in May and I had to send your post along to my brother. He is younger than me and doesn't have any children, but I already feel so excited and crazy about the moment HE becomes a dad!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your little niece - she is beautiful! And I know what you mean about still feeling like a NY-er. I grew up in the city, and though I haven't lived there for a few years, whenever I go back to see fam, I feel right at home again!
ReplyDeleteAwwwwww, serious cuteness overload. Congrats girly, I am so happy for you and your sister. I am glad that your sister allowed you to share this beauty with us. I love her name just beautiful.
ReplyDeleteMy ovaries totally started aching, I had to remind myself that I just had a baby.
She is SO SO precious!!! Ahhhh, this makes me SO excited for our baby girl!!!
ReplyDeleteI love her name and my gosh she's a doll! Congratulations again to your sister and to you Auntie! So sweet! <3
ReplyDeleteShe is beautiful. Congrats to her parents and all your family!
ReplyDeleteWhat a precious little baby!!! Congrats :)
ReplyDeleteNoa is amazing!!!
ReplyDeleteAw, she's gorgeous! Congratulations to your family!
ReplyDeleteI saw your photo on instagram but love seeing all these pics! She's beautiful! SOOOO much hair!! Aww I want one so bad... doesn't she make you want one like RIGHT NOW?? :) Congrats to your sissy!!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, she is precious!!
ReplyDeleteCongrats Auntie.
Yay! You're an auntie!
ReplyDeleteIt's one of the best things in the world. You're going to love that girl like she's your own! I feel that way toward my nephew. So happy for you girl! Noa Grace is beautiful!