Big Sister Kate

On Monday, the day after Lily's birthday, Kate came to meet her brand-new, baby sister. Kate had a huge smile on her face as she bounded through the door bearing gifts and balloons. Kate was thrilled to finally lay eyes on her sister. She was also happy to hear we had named her "Lily," her top choice. "Awww, she's so cute!" Lily's lovely, long fingers and toes. We have no idea who she gets these from. The four ladies. As Uncle Mike says, "Proud Papa!" Kisses! Kate can't stop kissing Lily and wanting to hold her. Hopefully, this will last, at least for a few weeks. When we asked if Kate would help change the baby's diaper, she said, "I don't know if I'm ready for that." Of course, she's been eagerly helping us since Lily was born. Then Lily let out some gas and Kate had to ham it up.

And it was back to hugging Lily.

Lily and Nana.

After Kate gave Lily a Little Sister Present (her coming home outfit, which Kate picked out), Lily gave Kate a Big Sister present -- a set of Littlest Pet Shop figures. Kate was thrilled. Chris and his girls. "I love her so much!"

Kate was so excited to wear her new T-Shirt to preschool the next day. She ran up to her teacher, whipped open her jacket and said, "Look!" The teachers were very supportive and asked Kate to stand before the class during circle time to make her "very important announcement." Kate even got a lot of "congratulations!" from her friends, making her feel special.

We love you, Miss Lily!