The papers are all signed and it's official! Please welcome Isaac Hunter Ala!! He was born Thursday December 2nd 2010 at 7:22pm. He weighed 7 lbs. 12 oz. and was 21 in. Of course I am biased but he is sooooo cute and sweet. :)
This adoption experience was so amazing and so smooth. Until you've been a party in adoption it is hard to understand how truly remarkable adoption is. Bekah will always hold such a special place in my heart for placing her baby in my arms. It is one of the most unselfish acts to witness next to the Savior's sacrifice.
We were so lucky to be in the delivery room and see his birth! I got to even cut the umbilical cord. Seeing and hearing his first breath was so cherished. His spirit is strong and I felt connected to him immediately.
After Isaac's birth we drove back to Dallas and came back Friday afternoon with Ryder. Bekah was so sweet to let us stay in her room all day Friday and Saturday. Owen and Ryder spent the night at Bekah's sister's house Friday night and I stayed overnight in the hospital with Bekah. It was a great time to get alone time with her and to talk. I love her the same as my little sisters and want the absolute best for her.
Bekah has 4 sisters, like me. They and her parents were all there for the entire experience and they were so fun, funny, and thoughtful of this experience. It gives me so much peace knowing she has so much support and such a wonderful family.
Yes! I have been stalking your blog all weekend hoping for this post. I'm so happy for you all! I have big fat postpartum tears streaming down my face. I cannot wait to meet the little guy! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteWhat a crazy year this has been for you! The ending couldn't be more perfect. Congratulations. I can't wait to meet him.
ReplyDeleteAHHHH! Camille I am SO happy for you! He IS so cute! That little face is adorable! I love the photo where it looks like he is smiling at Ryder! Congratulations!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations. When we announced this in Sacrament meeting there were many faces with extra big smiles all thinking about your family. Thanks for posting the photos.
ReplyDeleteThank you Camille for sharing this blog - especially the way you feel about Bekah. I'm happy for ALL of you!
ReplyDeleteLove, Heather
Congratulations Owen, Camille and Ryder. We are so happy about your new arrival! He is adorable and I loved the photos. Yes, adoption is the MOST unselfish gift a mom can give and I commend Bekah for giving her son an eternal family. Can't wait to meet Isaac. Love, Janie
ReplyDeleteOh, oh, oh!!! I can't wait to hold my new little nephew. He is so, so cute. Love you guys!
ReplyDeleteAunt Anna
Cute baby! I am happy for all of you! I love the picture where Isaac is smiling at his big brother! PRECIOUS! Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteOh wow...I'm totally teary, what a precious story and I have agree (although, I've never experienced first hand as you were saying) adoption is such a selfless act. I love that you felt that connection. Heavenly Father is so aware of each one of us and He makes families happen in so many awesome ways. Thanks so much for this post! I'm so happy for you guys. Cannot wait to meet him in person. What a lucky guy to be coming in to your cute family. Love you, jes
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! you guys look so happy. We Love you guys.
ReplyDeleteChad and Emily
This is the best news EVER! Can't wait to meet him! Honestly, this has been on my mind all weekend (and week) and it really is such a blessing. YAY!
ReplyDeleteLove it! Thanks for sharing. We're so excited for you guys. I can't wait to introduce Avery and Isaac. Finally it's our turn for some little ones. Love ya girl!
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