Oh Baby

On August 27, my newest nephew was born into this world. I was there from the time my sister-in-law was at 4cm until he emerged. This little guy was clear that he wasn't going to make it easy to make his grand entrance but after mommy's perseverance, he emerged just before midnight with a loud, strong cry. He is one of the most beautiful people in my life. Seeing him just moments after he was born is an experience I will never forget. I finally held him the next day, after all the tiring excitement of the previous night. Holding him in my arms, I found myself softly speaking to him in Chinese which is odd since English is my first language. But the rhythm of the language was lulling and familiar.

An unexpected moment for me was when they put him on my sis-in-law's chest for the first time. I happened to be standing right next to her and hearing her sigh and the look on her face, I felt the world stop and a moment of pure satisfaction envelope around us. I pray that someday I will have a similar experience.

Welcome little one! I'm so glad you're here.