Grayer Wilkes Cook

Introducing Grayer Wilkes Cook
Sunday, December 12, 2010
5:06 p.m. 8 lbs 10 oz. 20 inches

Two and a half weeks ago, sweet Grayer entered the world and made the perfect addition to our little family. To say that we are in love would be a complete understatement. This little guy is worth the sleep deprivation. I am finding it difficult to come up with one word to describe our transition to a family of four. In so many ways it has been completely natural and filled with sweet moments I want to etch in my brain and keep forever. Other moments have left me feeling completely spent. Two days after coming home from the hospital with our little guy, Cambell came down with a vicious stomach bug. She has only had one other bug in her life that affected her as badly as this one. It was horrible for all parties involved, but the worst part was the emotional toll it took on all of us. Before the dreaded bug, the transition was perfectly smooth. During the dreaded bug, Graham handled most of Cambell duties to ensure that I did not get sick and Grayer barely left his room to ensure his safety. This really hurt Cambell's feelings and I regret ever letting it happen. Long story short, I took a lot of time reconciling myself with Cambell and within 48 hours, her stomach and heart were healed. I could do without that little glitch in our family history. Cambell is back to her over zealous love for her baby brother, and her mommy.

My sweet babies.

Little Grayer at the hospital...

We are so in love with this little guy. His little temperament is sweet and content so far. I love this cuddly boy. He is an exact replica of his big sister! I'm sure they will not always look exactly alike, but at this point they are identical.

Every day he is more alert and expressive. I forgot how much I love this newborn stage.

Two and a half weeks... and we can't imagine a world without Grayer!

I am so grateful for these precious little lives that have been entrusted to us. We feel so undeserving of such a gift.

Now we are enjoying a week with Daddy at home with us. I am loving life with my family of four... even though I have never been this tired :)