Welcome to the world, Baby Layla!

Isn't a new baby just so much fun?

Good friends and neighbors of ours, Jason and Leah, had a girl on Monday morning. Layla Marie was born around breakfast time and came into the world healthy as could be.

I had the joy of being the one who went to stay with older brother, Micah, when they went to the hospital. Ryan got a call from Jason about 9:30 on Sunday night giving us a warning that Leah was having contractions and by 10:40 I was getting last minute instructions from Leah right before they headed in.

It was so fun to see the pre-labor stages from the other side. I haven't ever had the chance to be with a friend as they start the labor process. It was fun to be part of that excitement, all the while still knowing that I don't have sleepless nights ahead of me. And while there is nothing that could ever take the place of welcoming another son or daughter in the world ... I think I'll stick with being a supportive friend for now. :)

So Riley and I headed into town last night for some gifts for Layla and Micah (can't forget big brother!!) and while we were in the car Riley was very intent on understanding this whole baby thing.

"Mom, I'm older than Micah."
"Yes Riley. You're about a year older than Micah."
"And mom?"
"Yes?"
"Paige is older than Layla."
"Yes."
"And I'm older than Layla."
"Yes."
"And Micah is older than Layla."
"Yes."
"And Micah is older than Paige."
"Yes Riley."
"But Layla isn't older than me."

.... and we repeated ALL over. He's been quite the chatterbox lately ... very much into asking question upon question until he's sure he understands. It's good for later in life ... but currently is driving mommy and daddy bonkers. :)