Dear Friends

We've been at home now for several days. It's such a blessing to have my mom here while I adjust to life with Hamilton. Not only did she take care of Claire and the puppies while we were at the hospital, but she's also been cooking delicious meals for us and keeping the house clean all week.

I wanted to post some more pictures of our dear friends who've been pouring out love onto us since Hamilton's arrival. Seth's employer Atlas Technologies, Inc. has been wonderful to us: Pictures and well-wishes were posted on their intranet site, and yesterday they had this beautiful flower arrangement delivered to us.
In the hospital we had many visitors over the three days we were there, which really helped to keep our spirits up and break the monotony of the hospital stint. Linnea and the Hardee-Whites came to visit us Sunday afternoon. Linnea brought us a delicious coffee cake, and the Hardee-Whites brought some cookies that Ellen made. Alex's mom Ellen makes great desserts, so we were appreciative they were willing to share the bounty.
The newest, proud daddy and the soon-to-be daddy: We're hoping--as I know Hardee is--that she'll have her little boy soon too. Hamilton can't wait to meet little Grady.The Swearingens came to visit later that night, and Emilie got to hold little Hamilton. Joseph, their two-year-old, was more impressed with Ellen's cookies than the baby.

On Monday afternoon the Rays came to visit us. It was fun to see Jayna who's now five months old, since we hadn't seen her since the week after she was born. It's hard to imagine that little Hamilton will be that big in just a few short months. The Lamberts came for dinner later, and they were so sweet to bring Seth some dinner. Matt is always good for entertaining Claire, as they discussed their affinity and appreciation for children's candy--like the Poo Poo Panda.