Blessing Eleanor

No one ever told me that the birth of a child is such a uniquely spiritual experience. No one told me how forcefully you feel the Spirit and how the spirit of this new tiny person absolutely fills the room. They also never told me of the deep love I would feel for Jared at that moment. That, for a second, it was only he and me and this little child in that room. That is ultimate joy.

I felt a portion of that love and gratitude for my husband on Sunday as he held our little girl in Sacrament meeting to give her a blessing. It was a beautiful blessing and I was again reminded of what a special little girl we are so privileged to have in this family.

But mostly I thought of how glad I am now to have another girl in the house to appreciate Jared the way I do. Or at least partly. One day she too will be able to appreciate him as a man, as a protector, as a tender and loving friend. Not that the boys won't, but girls just love in such a different way, I am excited to have someone else to appreciate Jared with.

As you can see, the dress she wore was amazing. It was hand crocheted by dear Auntie Dee Dee. Just gorgeous. Aunt Alissa provided the under-dress to give it a little poof ('cause you have to have poof). And the delicate little bracelet was a gift from my friend Kasey.

What fun to have a beautiful little girl.