February 21, 2010

A Little Piece of Perfect!

I never questioned that I'd become a Mom, it was something I always knew I wanted to be and would be. What I did question was becoming an Aunt. The thought of being an Aunt seemed to be elusive for me. My brother, although we all he would be a great Dad, just didn't seem to be on the track for parenthood. That has all changed, and we couldn't be happier. JD and Kenna have made me an Aunt, and given my kids a cousin!
JaDaKenn Saxon Johnson was born January 30th, 10 weeks early of his April 9th due date, due to complications. He was 16 inches long and weighed 3 lbs 5 oz. He was rushed to the NICU right after being born, and he's still there, growing stronger every day. The doctors and nurses that helped deliver him joked that he came out "punching", and he's been fighting to get bigger and stronger every day.
I feel such a stong connection to this little guy, and I haven't even been able to hold him yet. I can't wait to squeeze him and kiss up on him, but I know that will have to wait, so for now I'm happy to just sit, take in the sight of him, and watch him grow.

Oh, and Uncle Ronnie already loves him too, just look at his smile.

Grow Saxon, Grow!
***Update....as of today he weighs 3 lbs 15 & a half oz and is 17 3/4 inches***