It's been just over a week since the newest love of our lives came into the world, and we are enjoying getting to know him. I must say he's pretty darn cute, and he's so yummy we have to really fight our temptations to devour him.
Here are some of the latest photos of my beautiful boy.
This is obviously from the hospital and not new, but I had to post it; it's so cute how Joseph seems to be winking at Chris and saying, "Hey dad."
Chilling in his bouncy seat, which he loves. He's like me already -- we both have to keep a foot out of the blankets lest we get too hot.
Lindsey (with chapped lips and dirty face) poses with her new favorite belonging. She is nuts about her baby brother.
Who, me?
All our little helpers assist dad with a diaper change. They are all totally smitten with Joseph and fall all over themselves to do whatever they can for him.
With big brother Bradley.
Making eyes at Aunt Mel.
Look at those toes peeking out. YUM!
He always seems deep in thought.
Getting love from the sibs. Dad looks kinda tired.
I have to say, having a new baby around is just the most incredible thing. There really aren't words to describe how I feel -- I'm so full of love and joy and adoration that I could explode. I love to sit and stare at him, wondering what he is thinking and what secrets he could tell me if only he were able. I'm so grateful to Heavenly Father for the extreme blessing that is motherhood and for the feelings that go along with that. I know He has given me that rush of joy, that immediacy and intensity of love that I feel for Joseph. It's pure happiness.
5 comments:
Oh, Julie! I am so happy for you guys. I am glad to hear that the overwhelming love and joy at having a new baby doesn't diminish with your fourth. A week or two after James was born, I told Jon I needed a new heart because mine was bursting with all the new love I had for our little boy. I wish so much I could be there to hold that dear baby Joseph.
Such lovely thoughts, Julie. Isn't it a miracle and a blessing? With all the sleep deprivation and everything that comes along with these babes, their spirits are so strong and the love that you feel for them is overpowering. What a sacred honor! Joseph was blessed to come to your home...I just know it! I can hardly wait to come over and squeeze him myself.
Julie i miss you guys terribly and wish i that i could hold the "new cousin" that is what evan calls him. we are so happy that everyone is doing so well. kiss each kid and tell nathaniel hey from dalton. he is still saving his allowance to fly to visit this summer. lots of love, amy
He is so darling. What a great family to come too. Julie you look great right after - thats amazing.
It makes me want another. What special spirits they come with. He is lucky to come to your home.
Congrats. Holy cow I can't believe you have four kids! Way to go you two. Your kids are so darn cute.
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