First few weeks with Marla

...and then there were five.  💙💙💙💜💗

 And just like that we were home again and the days and week rushed by!  All went so well with the birth and recovery that we were up and at it in no time at all, and we had to be too as we were bombarded (in the best way possible) with company from all over. 

Abby and Marla ~ sisters

 Me and my baby :)

The first week we had many people offering to take care of the older children so I spent alot of time gazing at this new little person and soaking in her sweetness, and enjoying some quiet time. Once Seth, Tristan, Rowan and Abby were home the place was anything but quiet! But Marla was also happiest when the place was loud and she was surrounded by her siblings.  She was used to the noise and such from when she was inside me still.  So fascinating and amazing how God creates families.

Opa and Oma came for Marla's baptism and even though it was a short visit we had a super fun time.  One of the benefits of living far from family is that when they come for a visit they come for a couple days or more so we get them all to ourselves for the whole time, which is very special for everyone, especially when there is a new baby to cuddle and love.  The older kids were also thrilled to see Opa and Oma and show them everything as it had been over two years since there had last been here! It was about time.