Here are some more pictures of my new little beautiful. They were taken a few days after she was born, I believe on the 22nd.

Hannah's New Little Doll

These pictures kind of depict how Hannah treats her doll. I gave her a doll a while ago so that she could practice taking care of and loving it. That way when the new baby came Hannah would not be as jealous since she'd have her own baby to play with. However, I quickly noticed that Hannah's favorite thing to do with her doll was to give it a hug, sling it over her shoulder, take a few steps and then drop it, head first, onto the floor. I guess that gave me a good idea of how she would treat Evelyn when she came! Hannah is really a good big sister, although I watch her VERY closely and don't leave my two little girls in the same room. Hannah gives Evelyn multiple hugs and kisses a day. (She just learned how to give kisses and they are very involved. Anyone who has had a baby learning how to kiss will know what I mean.) At first Evelyn (who is a lot more expressive than Hannah ever was) complained a little bit. She didn't really like being mauled. (Can you blame her?) But now she gets this expression on her face that says, "Oh well, what can I do?" and she just lives with it. She is turning out to be a good little doll for her big sister!

Evelyn's Fourth Day

Here are a couple more updated pictures of Evelyn. Mom took them. For those of you who don't know, Mom has come to spend a few days helping me adjust to having a new baby. Isn't that sweet of her? Evelyn and I got up this morning and Mom said Evelyn already looks different. (Today is Wednesday, and Evelyn was born on Saturday). I guess it could be true. She kind of looks different to me, too.

Our New Little One

So, everybody, pictures, like I promised. I really think that the pictures speak for themselves. I am the Mom in green (obviously) and Hannah is the sweet little beautiful girl gazing in awe and wonder at her new sister. The new sister is Evelyn Jane Hildebrandt, born October 18, 2008, weighing seven pounds and one lonely ounce, and both of her Grandmas appear in the pictures too. Alas, you can only see my Mom's arm, but there is a lovely picture of Ben's Mom, Jane. Enjoy!