the first born

so where was i? oh yes, summer's over, school starts next monday, still working both jobs, and we had a kid. katelyn marie was born on august 1, was 7 pounds 4 ounces, and 20.75 inches. or was it 20.25? does it really matter? anyway, she is doing great. the two of us are watching u2's rattle and hum while the mom takes a napper. everything is peachy. i haven't logged into myspace in months, which will change in about a minute.

what can i say about katie? she sleeps with her hands up in air near her ears. she squeaks all the time and makes the funniest noises, usually after she is eats/drinks. she is beautiful. more beautiful than i could have imagined. i'm sure she's mine, right? just kidding. of course she is. she's got my blue eyes and black hair. hmm. and she's not too fussy. yet.

what an amazing dvd this is. everyone, go to your nearest video store and rent rattle and hum. do it. dustin, do you have this? you should.

all the advice on babies is getting a little old. especially because it seems that every baby is so different. and i'm sure her eye and hair color will change, so no comments on that. in fact, no baby advice comments. i've read books and enjoy a surprise or two. the hospital where she was delivered was amazing. i'd have all my kids there if i can. our doctor was incredible too. the whole delivery went really good if you are curious. i even lived through the epidural. oh and kim was fine too. she was so brave. i don't know if i could go through all of the crap you go through to have a baby. from the blood tests to the contractions to the swollen feet, i think i'd puss out around month two. but she was a rock star and did amazing. all you chicas out there are awesome. my friends kristin and jax both had more kids within the last couple weeks. crazy! not that she is ready to have another any time soon, but i think kim has already forgotten the misery of these last 6 months. what a toll it took on her. right now she is so caught up with our little one.

jonas is adjusting well. usually he'll just walk past her and give a glance, probably wondering when she plans on leaving.

the edge is amazing. i'd like to be him. i'd even wear his bob dylan lookin' hat.

people have been really amazing and supportive since she was born. she has been showered with gifts and warm wishes. it really is amazing. too bad she isn't really aware of anything to enjoy it all. so, from her, to me, to you, thank you.