December 5th, 2009 ~ Introducing Our Newest Addition!
We had a doctor’s appointment on Friday to determine the progress of Katie’s pregnancy. We arrived in hopeful expectation that that day was it. What happened is that we left disappointed. She had not progressed much, but rather all was steady. So we scheduled to go in the following Friday, December 11th. We went home, I got moving on some work while Katie took a little nap. When she woke, to our surprise, her water broke!
Through out the labor process Katie did an amazing job and I am very proud of her. She exhibited raw power and strength all while maintaining her calmness and radiating grace and beauty. Also, her sister and mom were there to inspire, encourage and give their wisdom through out that time. Thank YOU all our friends and family for all of your support and laughter throughout her pregnancy and delivery. We are quite honored to call you all friends and family. Finally we would not be able to revel in her birth if it was not for Rachel Niesen to cover the final delivery and gathering of family afterwards.
So, after 20 hours of labor, we are pleased to announce and introduce to you, Rosemary Kate Torres! She was born today, December 5, 2009 at 11:01 am, weighing 7 pounds and 14 ounces and she measured 20 inches long! The name was incredibly special and had many people guessing. Rosemary is known as the herb or remembrance. The reason why we chose it was in honor of my late mom, Mary Lou. We wanted a name that was not direct but rather a component of her name and it matched perfectly. So with heart felt tears as I type this I feel that Rosemary, Rosie for short, will be every bit as kind hearted and loving as my mom was in life. Also, Kate is short for Katie, which besides being Rosie’s mom’s name, it means purity. We are excited with this new chapter in our lives and are pleased to share it with you all!
December 5th, 2009 at 10:05 pm
beautiful:)
December 5th, 2009 at 10:08 pm
This is beautiful…. And she is ever so precious! Congratulations!
December 5th, 2009 at 10:11 pm
CONGRATULATIONS! We are so, so OH, so proud of you guys and cannot wait to meet your little Rosie soon! xoxoxoox
December 5th, 2009 at 10:12 pm
Loved the story of the name, congrats!
December 5th, 2009 at 10:32 pm
Love her! I love the Torres Family! Love! Love all around! Love, Aunt Cass
December 5th, 2009 at 10:53 pm
she is absolutely beautiful! congrats!
December 5th, 2009 at 11:01 pm
awww I’m so happy for you both! Congratulations on a beautiful baby girl – what a blessing! New life is so amazing. God is so good! Congrats Chris and Katie!!!! Lynn and Rob
December 5th, 2009 at 11:13 pm
That was beautifully written! Congratulations…you now have two beautiful women in your life.
Good luck…
December 5th, 2009 at 11:18 pm
Congratulations! She is beautiful, just like her mama! So happy for you both, and I love the story of her name.
December 5th, 2009 at 11:42 pm
CONGRATULATIONS to you and Katie! And a very happy birthday to little Rosie. A wonderful name with a wonderful meaning. Can’t wait to meet her in person. She has your yawn. Love to you all.
December 6th, 2009 at 12:13 am
Congratulations! What a wonderful Christmas present!
She is lovely!
We wish your family the very best! Matt and Erica Skelton
December 6th, 2009 at 8:11 am
WE are so very happy for all of you. What a precious Christmas gift!
The Whitleys
December 6th, 2009 at 8:17 am
Your daughter is beautiful, with a beautiful name to match. And she looks like both of you. Congratulations! …And welcome to the family, Rosie! We can’t wait to meet you! Love, Aunt Madeline
December 6th, 2009 at 8:40 am
So happy for you guys! I think she looks a little like her Momma already:o) She is absolutely perfect, congrats on this precious gift! We absolutely cannot wait to meet her! Love you guys!!!
December 6th, 2009 at 10:33 am
Chris,
Congrats on your new addition…parenthood is hard, but well worth it! Sleep when you can!
I never met your mom, unfortunately, but she must have been really special to have you as a son and Shelly as a daughter.
Erin
December 6th, 2009 at 3:00 pm
What a blessing… God is so miraculous! Welcome beautiful Rosemay Kate to the world…. you have an amazing family!!! Love to you all…. oxxoxo ~ Dawn
December 6th, 2009 at 5:02 pm
Congrats!!!
December 6th, 2009 at 8:06 pm
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December 7th, 2009 at 12:02 am
Congratulations, Katie and Chris!!!
My gosh, little Rosie is just so beautiful…. and I love that her name has a special meaning. Great job, Katie!! I’m SO excited for you guys!!! =D
December 7th, 2009 at 2:01 am
Congratulations, Katie and Chris (and Asia)…and Rosie! We’re so thrilled for you and we can’t wait to meet your precious little one soon. Peace.
December 7th, 2009 at 4:21 pm
She is so beautiful! Congratulations! Can’t wait to meet her.
December 8th, 2009 at 2:56 pm
We are so proud to be an uncle and aunt to such a beautiful and precious little girl!!! Congratulations!
December 10th, 2009 at 3:10 pm
absolutely beautiful! congratulations.
December 17th, 2009 at 7:42 pm
Aw congratulations you guys! I’m a December baby and I can say from experience that it’s the best. And her name is absolutely beautiful! What a joy for Christmas!!!!!
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