October 9th, 2009
I have been away for a while due to the arrival of my first grandchild.
I spent two weeks with her and her parents. Late night feedings, hugs, smiles, and tears when I had to leave. I am already thinking about paintings of her, for her, and with her. Brynlee Dean Seay arrived at 10:15pm on September 25th, and Grammy saw her at 10:30pm, just after she had her initial clean-up! I hadn’t expected to see her so soon, especially when we live 6 hours apart, but upon arriving at the hospital, and asking whether we had found the right place, I was directed to room 14. I had no idea it was a labor and delivery room. So, I was her first visitor. It was love at first sight. Her dark blue eyes were full of wonder as she scanned the room and the people who will be very important to her in new world. Tiny lips were pursed, but quiet as she looked into my eyes and smiled. (Yes, I know about smiles and eyesight in newborns, but Grammy is telling this story.)
A new chapter of my life has began… I am a Grand Mother for the first time, and in just six more months, grand-baby number two is due. Life is GRAND.