Tuesday, April 29, 2008

Happy Zero Birthday Noelle Ruth Maschhoff!!

What began at 10pm on Sunday, April 27 culminated at 3:59pm on Monday, April 28 with the arrival of our beautiful Noelle.






Expected: Noelle is healthy and so am I. Our doctors and medical staff were great. Joe and I got to wear some really stylish outfits while in the hospital...hee! There was pain (yikes). I learned to LOVE epidurals. We're blown away with how much we love this little girl already!









Unexpectedly: Joe was NOT a basket-case when it came to the sights/sounds. We delivered via c-section after a long labor. Our two-day hospital stay was extended to four or five.






Thank you, God, for your presence, your miracle, and your goodness. Thank you, friends, for upholding our family in prayer and for sending us your love. We're so excited!!!!!!!!!



Noelle says hello!

13 comments:

Melissa said...

thanks for posting those pics, how beautiful she is. We are thankful how the Lord was acting on your behalf. We love you, and your little girl has some pouty lips!

Unknown said...

Thanks for the blog link...the pix of all 3 of you brot tears to my eyes! You look so peaceful, Joy...after all that pain and work. Noelle is beautiful and very alert looking, not like a newborn, very filled out and not wrinkled. You are blessed! Here's to quick healing and easy feedings. Yea God! xo, sharon

Bill & Nancy Teten said...

Yea! Praise God!! Noelle is a precious gift! I can't wait to see her and hold her. I'm so proud of you sweetie and love you bunches.

Love, dad (also known now as grandpa)

Kimmie said...

SO beautiful! Thank you for sharing! I am so excited for you all and I am praying for you all as you go through these next couple of weeks!

Tirza Roor said...

WOW...
This miracle brought also tears to my eyes.It is so good to see and read your lifestory on my computerscreen :). To God be all honour of Noelle's life!

Kristen and Dave said...

How exciting---she is adorable. We can't wait to see more pics and see all of you (hopefully) again soon!
Kristen and Dave

Lins said...

What a beautiful family you make! Joy-you truly glow (before and after childbirth-with your confidence and beauty that comes from Him) and Joe-what a great support and life partner you make....I am so happy for you both!! Can't wait to see Noelle and celebrate with you guys!! Remember-if you need ANYTHING-let us know!

Lindsay

Kathy J said...

She is precious! Congratulations! Enjoy every moment. :o)

Kathy and Dana J.

Katbar said...

Wow! Your baby really is beautiful! Way to go Joy and Joe!

Tousley's said...

How exciting, guys! Congrats. We are so happy for you.
Love,
Kate and Mike Tousley

Anonymous said...

She's so beautiful! Congratulations you guys! God has blessed you :)

Mandy said...

Congratulations!! She's absolutely gorgeous...just like I expected. :) I'm glad you're all doing well! Hoping you have a quick recovery...can't wait to see more pics! Love you!

Puppidog667 said...

Yeah Yeah Yeah!! I have another cousion now!! Yeah Yeah Yeah tell Noelle i cant wait to see her this summer!! =)~Rachel