Harris is here!!!

Hut and I are so happy to share the news that Harris is here and is a great baby. He arrived Tuesday just before noon, after a relatively easy delivery (well, pain less delivery at the time). (I thought he would come early, and so he did, on the 6th anniversary of my move to Dallas). We went to the hospital about 11:10 on Monday night, after my water broke. We were checked into our room within an hour. I dilated fairly quickly and was ready to push by 8. The doctors (on-call and then my doctor) weren't sure he was going to come that way, but my doctor let me try. After about 2 and 1/2 hours of pushing, it became obvious to myself and Hut that we weren't making progress. So at 11, we agreed to a c-section. I was pretty disappointed, but there wasn't much I could do. So by 11:53, he had joined the real world. Turns out he was 9 lbs, 12 ozs, and was stuck behind a pelvic bone. I thought he was big, but not that big! He has golden blond hair and beautiful blue eyes. He's very cuddly and sweet. We were released from the hospital today, and adjusting to a new scenery. After being in the hospital for 4 days, I forgot what city I was in. He's been adjusting well to being home. He's been in his swing, bouncy chair, Moses basket and crib so far. Later he'll be in the bassinet, when it's time for us to go to bed. Dash, Tasha and Laney came over to greet him, but so far Boris has kept his distance. He's had some visitors, with Hut's brother and sister-in-law coming to the hospital, and my mother and Paul driving in from Atlanta to help us out and see Harris. More relatives are coming soon! Thanks to everyone who called to congratulate us. We'll be in touch soon.