Saturday, February 23, 2008

And then there was Riley Lynn....

All of us have had those moments...moments when we know without a shadow of a doubt that we are forever changed. On February 15th at 6:34 PM, Riley Lynn, my first granddaughter was born, and I can honestly say, the blessing of this precious baby has forever changed me. I have a new identity..."Grandma, Mema, MiMi, Nana...." Whatever this princess of our Heavenly Father chooses to call me will forever be music to my ears!

It has been my absolute privilege and joy to join Vanessa and her family as they snuggle little Riley and juggle life's demands at all hours of the night and day without thought of much else. Only a few days ago there was world travelling, presidential campaigns, American Idol....and then there was Riley Lynn. Isn't it amazing how true love can consume all our needs, wants, and narrow the focus of all our thoughts and energy! Yes, I'm head over heels in love once again. First, there was Sam, next came Vanessa, and now Riley Lynn. My heart is full and over flowing.

4 comments:

JulieC said...

I LOVED getting to hug y'all on Sunday! I wish there had been more time to talk. Riley is BEAUTIFUL! Congratulations!!! I wish my mom was here to celebrate with you...I think you two would have fun being Grandmas together! :)

Vicki Coley said...

What a beautiful baby! I am really sorry that I didn't get a chance to see you and give you a hug while you were in the U.S., but I did get the news pretty quickly after Riley's birth. I have been thinking of you and praying for all of you. She is really beautiful, and I know she is blessed to have such a sweet grandmother!

David Michael said...

How is Riley doing? She is precious! Anytime Vanessa needs a break, tell her to call us. We are great baby sitters!

Terri said...

So glad to have been able to share in your joy of becoming a grandparent, what pure JOY!

Time for a new POST!! We want to see kangaroos and koalas from down under :)