Introducing Andria Grace . . .

This week has been a week of blessings, miracles, and trials for my family. On Tuesday, October 27th my sweet little sister gave birth to a beautiful baby girl! She is currently in a situation where she is not able to give her baby girl the life she wishes she could, and she courageously chose to place her daughter with a family that can give her all that and more. She chose an absolutely amazing family for her baby, and our family has been blessed with the opportunity to get to know Kim and Shane personally. We love them, and we know that little Andi will have all of the love that we would have been able to give her, and more. This is quite personal, but it has been such a meaningful, difficult, yet also beautiful time in our lives that I wanted to share this experience. I have a younger sister who is also adopted, and consequently we all have strong positive feelings about adoption. It really is all about love. There is no greater love than that for your child, and no greater sacrifice, in my opinion, than the sacrifice that my sister has made for her baby girl.

Paige and little Andi Grace

This is my sister and Kim, Andi's adoptive mother. Love you, Kim!

My first meeting with my niece

The next day. Isn't she gorgeous?!

We had the privilege of having Andi at home for a day after they were discharged from the hospital. While it made it harder to say goodbye, we have some beautiful memories with Andi, and we were able to take lots of photos of her.

Aiva instantly fell in love with her little cousin. She wanted to help feed her and showered her with kisses.

We set up a bunch of props in the living room and had a little photo shoot with Andi and my sister Paige.



My mom with her second granddaughter. We told Andi over and over that she is the most loved baby in the whole world. So many, many people love her and just want what is best for her.

These next few are of our photo shoot with Paige and Andi.

to Paige: I love you so much, and I am so proud of you, and my love and prayers are always with you!

to Kim and Shane: We love you and your family so much, and we are so grateful to have such a special and cherished relationship with you! We know that Andria Grace was so meant to be your daughter, and are so touched to have been a witness to your finding each other.

to Andi Grace: We love you, baby girl! Lots of hugs and kisses always sent your way. Be happy, and smile lots. You are the best-loved baby on earth!