Tuesday, January 15, 2008

new baby

typing sideways in bed on T's laptop before konking out ... after 18 hrs of labor, Toriana Grace arrived at 12:27pm today. 7# 6 oz. 19.5" long and 3 near misses shy of a C section. We're exhausted but glad she's here healthy - she seems no worse for the wear - she was a trooper through the long labor! Will post more from home soon! (FYI, it's prounounced "Toreeahna")

31 comments:

The Read family said...

Congratulations and welcome Toriana! Happy parenting, happy getting to know a new little being! Enjoy counting toes, watching her for hours on end! Christina (Harvey) Read and family

Marla said...

A HUGE congratulations to you! Enjoy the start of this wonderful adventure. And it is true what they say - sleep when you can. Tom and I have learned this one!!
Love,
Marla

Anonymous said...

Man, the only thing missing here is a photo! ;) Congrats to all of you! Can hardly wait to meet your bundle of joy!

Kelly and Janae said...

Gretchen just told me the news, now I see your blog and wow- 18 hours, you strong woman! Congrats to both of you! Cute name too! - Janae and Kelly

mez said...

Welcome new little missy! And congratulations to new parents and grandparents.

Unknown said...

Yay! I have been checking your blog all day in hopes of a post like this. Can't wait to meet her!!!!!!! Glad you survived!!!! =) =)

Love,
K

Renea Jo Zosel said...

Toriana,
6 huge but gentle kisses are blown to you from us via this world wide web! Uncle Andy and Aunt Renea are so happy that you have arrived safe and sound!
Your cousins jumped for joy when they heard of your arrival! Zariah said, "YEAH! My baby cousin is here!Where is she?!" Elizabeth, Katarina and Jonathan ran home from school because they were so excited! So... when you are home and tucked in your cozy bed, we will come and see you... and give you some real, gentle kisses!
Welcome to the family little one!

We love you!

Renea Jo Zosel said...

Jill and Trevan,
We are grateful that all is well! We cannot wait to see little Miss Toriana! What a beautiful name!

Katarina thinks that it is the most beautiful name she has ever heard! We have to agree!

ZZ calls her Toriana Grace...
the full name... and it sounds so cute!

EZ cannot wait to hold her!

J is happy... but more reserved:-) Another Zosel girl for him to learn from!

We love you!Again... we are so glad she is here and that all is well!
Renea and Andy

Lainey said...

Congratulations! We are very very excited for you! You are now a family. Since I didn't want to influence your name choice I never told you that I had a dream that you named her Tulip! (I knew you would be very tempted!) We are thrilled that you chose a name that combines 2 very sweet girls that we know. (Vic- toria, and Ti-anna!) Smart! We cant wait to see her in person!

Wanda, Melania & Mishayla said...

How is it that there are no comments yet? Congratulations! Glad everyone is doing well. Oh, she must be so little. Looking forward to seeing pictures, but you better rest up tonight!

Randy and Amy said...

Yeah!! We are so excited for you all. I've been checking your blog EVERYDAY. Now I'm anxiously waiting for pictures, but I'll be patient. (You're awesome to already have a post!)

kj said...

YAY! WHOO WHOOO! Welcome sweet Toriana! YOU ROCK, Mama Jill! that's a 100miler right there! great job crewing and pacing, Trevan! I'm so excited and can't wait to see you all! Congratulations! skz... or ums and kz... or however you prefer to name!

Anonymous said...

Congratulations Jill and Trevin and welcome Toriana. You guys are going to be great parents. Get some rest if at all possible and wishing you all the best with your new little bundle!! Can't wait to see some pictures. All the best.
Byron and Jane

AmyB said...

I've been checking back every 10 minutes or so (hee hee)...so I'm glad that she's finally here!! What a beautiful name -- and congrats to you! Hope you get some rest. Love, the 3 b's

Anonymous said...

Yaaaayyyyyy!!! Good job everyone involved! :) - B&K

Anonymous said...

Congratulations Trevan and Jill, and a kiss to wee Toriana! Love her beautiful name.....we're soooo happy for the precious family of THREE! YAY! :) Love and hugs, Laurie and family

Lani said...
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Tereffrey said...

YEAH! I can't wait to meet Toriana!! Congrats!

Laura said...

Congrats! Congrats! I love her name and can't wait to meet her. Glad you are both doing well:)

Traci K said...

Congratulations!!! Can't wait to see some pictures of the her soon! Take care and get some rest while Grandma and Grandpa are around to help out!:)

Brent and Dayla said...

Trevan, Jill, & Toriana, We are so HAPPY to hear your good news!! Thank you, Toriana, for being a trooper & getting here on your own! We are so excited & anxiously look forward to the day we get to meet you! Now may you all get the much deserved & needed rest! Hugs & love from Brent, Dayla, & Marissa (Yeah, another girl to play with!!)

Anonymous said...

HOORAY! Didn't even know you were pregnant you guys! Just stumbled upon your blog. Welcome to parenthood! As I type I have one hand on our 4 month old, Miles. Trying to keep him asleep. This bit of trying to get both kids (Wyatt is 21 months) to nap at the same time challenging! One of these days,we'll make it up to Seattle for a visit and get to meet your new bundle of love. Congratulations!

GIEJ Long said...

WELCOME Toriana!!! Everybody has been waiting for you, of course especially your parents. Congratulations to both you and Mama for making it safely.
We can't wait to see you!
Ivona, Gordon, Emily and Jonathan.

kjsmith said...

Wow! She's here!! Welcome, Toriana, good job, Jill, and congratulations, all three of you.

Troy, Lisa, and Braden said...

Congratulations to both Mommy and Daddy, and welcome to Toriana!! We'll be anxious to see pictures and meet her. Wishing you a speedy recovery from your long labor, and much joy with your sweet daughter!

Anonymous said...

Congrats there cuz...

Regina said...

Congratulations!

Troy and Beth said...

Thrilled for you!! Just missed my birthday by a day (January 16th). Get some sleep....just an FYI...you shouldn't be changing diapers for at least a week!! :)

*Beth

Paula Jo said...

Congratulations! Glad to hear she arrived. Cute name! Can't wait to see photos. Take care!

Lani said...

Absolutely GORGEOUS name. Congratulations to you all! So excited to hear she's finally here and doing well. Rest up as much as you can, Jill. Hugs, Lani & boys

Anonymous said...

Hi Jill and Trevan! Darren and I just wanted to add to all of the congratulations! She is just gorgeous! We know that you are enjoying these first days so much and hope to meet your sweet baby soon! It's just an amazing thing-all the best! D&E Reynolds