3 yrs ago today....

I was drugged up - and more than most women about to deliver. Yup!

Seriously, my pregnancy with Grace was fine until the last few weeks, which resulted in Gestational Diabetes and Preeclampsia. I had a complicated delivery with her that started early in the morning 3 yrs ago today. Both David and I were sick with congestion, coughing and the typical other symptoms, so pushing a 8lber out of me wasn't what I was up for that day, but after many hrs on the drugs, trying to reduce my blood pressure, and trying to deliver - we ended up with a C-Section and Grace was born at 8:30PM - weighing in at 8lbs-9oz. Big girl, she was and still is today. She's so sweet, and I love her more than words can explain. Today was more than just her having a small party with friends at the house, and opening gifts. She is such a blessing to me, and I thank the Lord daily for my healthy, happy little girl.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GRACE!

Here are a few pics of Grace over the years. Forgive me for SO many pictures.

Grace - 8:44pm 12/31/04











Grace - New Years Day - 1 day old















Leaving the hospital (3 days old)















1 yr old











2 yrs old















Today











My baby and I











Hope everyone is doing well. I haven't been online much lately with all the house projects, Christmas, and getting ready for Grace's birthday. So, tonight is relaxing. We're watching the Clemson/Auburn bowl game, catching up on blogs, spending time with Grace, and oh yeah - it's New Year's Eve, so drinking some champagne.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!! Hope you all have a safe, new year's eve!! Time for some beer and football.