from a male perspective, knowledge of the childbirth process is often only what we gather from eavesdropping (and pretending to be uninterested) on conversations among the women-folk. we know tales of 30-hour labor, things ripping that weren't meant to rip, and wives screaming at husbands, encouraging them, as if they haven't noticed, to "look what you've done to me?"
i have a new perspective.
childbirth is the most amazing experience i have ever been a part of. emotions reach new levels. the body is tired, but quitting doesn't even enter your mind. i wasn't planning on 'watching', but my curiosity took over. what the woman's body goes through to deliver the baby is nothing short of a miracle.
i am thankful to God that all has gone well. He has truly blessed us with a life-changing surprise. i know He will continue to bless us in our new adventure.
it's 11:23 pm. the cool, refreshing diet coke going down my throat is the only thing keeping me awake. tonight, october 2nd, 2007, will be the first night that i go to sleep as a daddy.
welcome to the world, grace elizabeth benedick. your daddy loves you.
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Steve, that was beautiful. Seriously. Congratulations to you both!
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