We’d like to introduce…Our Charlotte

    |    Posted by Becca on March 12th, 2009    |    Becca's life

Friends,
I am so thrilled to share a glimpse with you of this beauty that has made her way into our lives in the past four days.  Mark and I welcomed our baby girl, Charlotte Anne into the world on Sunday at 12:54 in the afternoon after a long (but endlessly rewarding) 14 hour labor (and three hours pushing!!).  I will limit my words here, but summarize by saying that she makes me feel that I have not fully lived until now.  It is an absolute miracle and a wonder.  Heart-wrenchingly good.  But for now, we are happy to share a snapshot into our last four days with her, and we wanted you to see her beautiful face!
love, Becca

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headed home…

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and, here is a look at what we’ve been doing for the last four days and nights- who knew I would ever cheer and cry over a bowel movement!

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We will share more as life unfolds…thanks for your love, calls, flowers, meals, and for being patient with me as I take a hiatus from work life.

55 comments

#1. On March 12, 2009 Samantha said:

AHHH! After we just talked about how you would certainly have a short labor. We should have knocked on wood! Matthew and I are so very happy for you. We Can’t wait to see pictures in person and hear all the stories!

#2. On March 12, 2009 nicole said:

Congratulations! She is so gorgeous, just like her mom & dad! We are so happy for you & can’t wait to hear/see more about her. So glad to hear mom, dad & baby are happy & healthy at home.

#3. On March 12, 2009 Amanda said:

How Beautiful – thanks for sharing these wonderful moments!

#4. On March 12, 2009 Betsy said:

Yippee! Pictures! Little Charlotte is SO lucky to have you as her Mommy: she’s going to have the best pictures of her growing-up years!
Becca, you already look like a natural and I can tell how much love Mark has for her in just that one shot of the two of them.
Love it! Can’t wait to meet her very soon.
Auntie Betsy :)

#5. On March 12, 2009 Kristin said:

So precious! One day old and already a super model. ;)

#6. On March 12, 2009 Molly Lund said:

I’m so jealous that you will ALWAYS have such good baby pictures! She is a beauty … isn’t it so fun to have one of your own?

#7. On March 12, 2009 Holly said:

What a beautiful little girl and wonderful pictures. Thanks for sharing. We love you all!

#8. On March 12, 2009 Christy Beausir said:

She is just precious. We are so excited for you Becca and can’t wait to meet her! What a blessing!

#9. On March 12, 2009 Julie Seaman said:

A perfect little Charlotte!! Can’t wait to meet the little angel! :)

#10. On March 12, 2009 Megan Gensch said:

Becca, she is beautiful! (We knew she would be!) I love all that hair. What a sweet addition to your family!

#11. On March 12, 2009 Janine McClintock said:

I have been dying for you to post her- so thank you! What a lil’ doll you have. I am excited for the new road you are embarking on. Okay- actually I am thrilled!

#12. On March 12, 2009 jenae said:

Becca- She is just so wonderful! Life just got so much better now that she’s in the world.
Congrats

#13. On March 12, 2009 THE PARSONS said:

you look so beautiful as a mother, becca – more beautiful than ever. And she is perfect. I am so happy for your guys, and seeing the images and hearing you talk about it reminds me of how wonderful and overwhelming that feeling is!! SO much love!!! -ash

#14. On March 13, 2009 nana said:

Charlotte, I am so thankful that God chose Becca and Mark to be your mommy and daddy. You are so beautiful, so blessed and so loved by so many!

#15. On March 13, 2009 Tina Carter said:

She is sooo amazing! I can’t wait to meet her and for our little ones to play together. I can’t wait to hear more but rest first and enjoy your time with her and call me when you can :)

#16. On March 13, 2009 Gina said:

I have been watching and waiting for this wonderful announcement. She is absolutely the most precious thing on earth! I am thrilled for you, and I love the name choice. Enjoy every last second (and photograph it, too!)

#17. On March 13, 2009 Sarah Degen said:

Congrats! She is just lovely! I love the name Charlotte:)

#18. On March 13, 2009 Linda Brooks said:

Congratulations to all!! She is beautiful and a very blessed little girl to have a wonderful family to love and lead her. Enjoy every moment and go slow…life happens too quickly! Blessings Linda

#19. On March 13, 2009 Lacey said:

She is beautiful! Thanks for sharing pictures; I’ve been anxious to see her. What a blessing!

#20. On March 13, 2009 Mark said:

Wow! That’s awesome new, Becca. And the photos are fantastic. :) Good for you guys.

#21. On March 13, 2009 Rachel Koehn said:

She is so beautiful! I can’t wait to see her in person–we love her already. Norah has been talking about her new cousin, Charlotte :)

#22. On March 13, 2009 Anna Kuperberg said:

Wow, Charlotte is extraordinarily beautiful!

#23. On March 13, 2009 Leah Dutton said:

Congratulations!! She is beautiful!

#24. On March 13, 2009 LeeAnn Torrez said:

Welcome to the world baby Charlotte! She is beautiful! Many hugs and congrats to you guys

#25. On March 13, 2009 Kate Mefford said:

What a divine beauty!!! Congratulations!

#26. On March 13, 2009 ~andrew+katrina~ said:

Becca, congratulations to you and your man! what a lovely little baby you have there… :) we wish you the best, and enjoy this time as you open a new chapter in life!
~andrew+katrina~

#27. On March 13, 2009 christine degen said:

She is beautifuland so lucky to have parents that love her. My guess–she will be the most photographed baby in Kansas City.

#28. On March 13, 2009 David Leeson said:

She is completely beautiful. Congratulations Becca and Mark. And, welcome to the world sweet Charlotte.

David

#29. On March 13, 2009 Alison Cotter & Andy said:

Hooray! What a sweet baby Charlotte is…and we love that she has a full head of hair :) Enjoy your well-deserved time off with your little one!

#30. On March 14, 2009 Connie Bryan said:

Mark and Becca, I did not think I could be more blessed than having the most awesome niece and nephew in you, but now….
Thank you for letting me be in Charlotte’s life since “Day 1″. I love you all so much! Aunt Connie

#31. On March 14, 2009 The Cotters said:

There is nothing better than being a parent. I know you are the type of mother that will love every moment of it. Congratulations.

#32. On March 14, 2009 beth ann said:

I just can’t stop looking at the pictures! Even though we met her today, I just want to look at her sweet little face more and more and more. So very precious.

#33. On March 14, 2009 ed atrero said:

she’s so beautiful! congrats becca!!!

#34. On March 15, 2009 katrina said:

yay! welcome charlotte! we cannot wait to meet you in person…and see your parents too! becca and mark, well done. love to all of you, the tomlins

#35. On March 15, 2009 Karen L. Baxter said:

wow! Just love the pictures of your precious little girl. She is so beautiful!

friend of grandma “Linda”
karen

#36. On March 15, 2009 Karen L. Baxter said:

wow! Just love the pictures of your precious little girl. She is so beautiful!
friend of grandma “Linda”
karen

#37. On March 15, 2009 Jewel said:

Sweet Spears family, I am so glad for the two of you. It will be so much fun working with you, Becca, and be on the sidelines of hearing about your new little lady. I can’t wait to meet her.

#38. On March 15, 2009 Ben said:

Becca, Mark, and Charlotte: What amazing pictures. I am so happy for you and for our family. I can’t wait to see you all in April when I visit. Until then, Brother/Uncle Ben

#39. On March 16, 2009 Candace Mastio said:

What a precious and beautiful little girl you have created! Seeing her picture brings back special memories for me and once again reminds me of this miracle called birth. As Nana Brown would say “You did good!” Love and hugs, Aunt Candy

#40. On March 16, 2009 Stephanie Graff said:

What a perfect, beautiful family. Congratulations!

#41. On March 16, 2009 emilie inc. said:

Congratulations, Becca and Mark! SO happy to read the news of Charlotte’s arrival, and see her precious littleness! Enjoy every moment. Very proud of you! xo

#42. On March 17, 2009 Vanessa said:

congrats! she is beautiful! love the name too! hope to meet her soon.

#43. On March 18, 2009 Julie Shields said:

How happy I was to check the blog and see that little Charlotte had arrived! You picked an adorable name by the way. Congratulations to you and Mark! I can’t wait to see more photos!

#44. On March 19, 2009 Amy Shellhorn said:

Congratulations you two! So thrilled for you guys….she is stunning. Love her sweet name. Isn’t it the best?! Hope to see you guys and meet Charlotte soon.

#45. On March 20, 2009 hannah said:

congratulations becca & mark, your charlotte is beautiful.

#46. On March 20, 2009 Marli and Dwayne Adams said:

What an amazing blessing she is already! She is precious, and you two are so natural and obviously captivated. We’re thrilled for you!

#47. On March 26, 2009 Erin Ollig said:

Congratulations, Becca and Mark. She really is adorable. Welcome to motherhood- enjoy it!

#48. On March 27, 2009 allison cloud said:

tears are in my eyes. so happy for all 3 of you!

#49. On March 27, 2009 walter david disney said:

WOW, what a beautiful little creation. She is so pretty. That is remarkable for a ‘newbbie’. COngratulations! Well Done!

#50. On March 28, 2009 Hal & Jean Gardner said:

Though we are grandparents seven times over, there is never anything like these first few weeks of life. Enjoy to the fullest!

#51. On March 28, 2009 Mom Kathy Rumsey said:

Congrats to you and Mark, Becca! She is a beauty and I’m sure she will know how fortunate she is to be w/her mommy and daddy, very soon! Enjoy every moment and remember she is the gift and the most important one in your life. Love to all of you, Kathy

#52. On March 29, 2009 Linda Hayes said:

what a beautiful baby!!! we are so happy for you all..Mike and I have been so blessed with 3 daughters – girls bring such joy to everything…enjoy every precious moment!!!
Love ,
Mike and Linda Hayes

#53. On April 2, 2009 Great Aunt Sheila & Cousin Jack said:

You are so beautiful little Char! We are so happy you are here and what a wonderful journey you will take your parents on. They are up for the trip so don’t let them down. Smile, poop, burb and coo. They will enjoy every minute of your specialness and love!

We look forward to meeting you. Love, Jack & Sheila

#54. On April 21, 2009 Lindsey Jones said:

Becca. She is GORGEOUS! Congratulations! I’d love to be on your update list if you have one. She is just so cute. I want to meet her!!!

#55. On July 22, 2009 Chipster said:

It was a TRUE Miracle, I was there!

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