1 Week
How can it be a week already? Time is already moving too fast. And we already feel like Lily has always been with us.
Bella has had a few moments of pushing the boundaries and I've had a few moments of very public tearfulness in response, but none of it has been a real surprise and once Jim and I realised that we needed to just chill with Bella a little more, things have started to even out again.
I've been really surprised though by how totally Bella accepts that Lily is here and is here to stay. She's very proud of having a sister and especially proud that Lily is a McGrory-Patton just like her.
I know things will change once Jim goes back to work (a few weeks yet), but at the moment we're all working really well together and just enjoying all the newness and all the fun.
Loving it all.
They are so sweet together... I'm so happy for you all!
Posted by: Beth | February 28, 2008 at 09:39 PM
Oh I hope they become best friends! It's amazing to watch the bonding that happens between siblings. The second one adores the eldest in way unimaginable and you'll find that Lily will be light years ahead of the game with a big sister to copy.
Just keep telling Bella you love her and she'll be OK. We actually bought gifts "from" the baby to give to our firstborn - and he was so in awe of the "baby's" generousity they have been back to back every since :D
Posted by: QALBALLAH | February 28, 2008 at 09:39 PM
What a beautiful family. Congratulations!
Posted by: Laura | February 28, 2008 at 10:18 PM
Such a gorgeous pair of daughters you have!
Posted by: Christine | February 28, 2008 at 10:37 PM
Already I see changes in her from last week!! She's still a beauty! :D
Posted by: LauraJ | February 28, 2008 at 10:39 PM
What a wonderful baby . . . she is obviously very advanced and brilliant and all those other perfect baby things. Big sister will get used to her! They look precious together.
Posted by: liz r. | February 28, 2008 at 10:50 PM
What beautiful daughters you have! Just revel in all that pinkness! xo
Posted by: Kathe Kramer | February 28, 2008 at 10:51 PM
Aw, somebody looks like their big sister! What lovely girls.
Posted by: Katherine | February 28, 2008 at 10:54 PM
The "girls" look beautiful and the quilt is just perfect! I remember when my youngest daughter Jess was born, seeing your photos has brought back those very very special memories....cherish!
Posted by: mommywend | February 28, 2008 at 11:01 PM
I cant believe it is already a week too since she arrived. I absolutely love all her dark hair, what a little surprise that was in the photo. How sweet that Bella is being so loving too, I know it is hard to adjust older children and to share their parents attention.
Posted by: sue | February 28, 2008 at 11:01 PM
Oh how lovely to see them together! It is magical to see the sibling bond form. Enjoy it!
Posted by: charlotte narunsky | February 28, 2008 at 11:07 PM
Could they be any sweeter?
Posted by: Mama Urchin | February 28, 2008 at 11:11 PM
They look so sweet togther !
I love bella's curls
you think lilly wil have some too ?
Posted by: Colleen | February 28, 2008 at 11:15 PM
I am so glad it is all working out well! Bella and Lily look so cute together - it's amazing how small babies are!!
Posted by: Di | February 28, 2008 at 11:20 PM
already forming their own little pink gang! it's so adorable to see them together + what a gift to have a sister to share so many things with. beautiful. xx
Posted by: kelly | February 28, 2008 at 11:26 PM
Awe! So sweet!
Posted by: denice | February 28, 2008 at 11:32 PM
Be still my heart!
Posted by: LeeAnn | February 29, 2008 at 12:03 AM
Look at all the yummy, loving pinkness!
I'm glad everyone is bonding.
Happiness!
Posted by: Jennifer | February 29, 2008 at 12:16 AM
2 girls...sisters. Just beautiful. My mother always taught my sister and I that no matter what life brings us, we will always have each other. That's what a sister means to me.
Lily is stunning - look at her looking around already!
Posted by: Creature of Habit | February 29, 2008 at 02:10 AM
Nothing could hardly be any sweeter that a little sibling love. So happy for you and your family.
Posted by: Amy | February 29, 2008 at 03:50 AM
You're right; Bella will 'come' around. Glad that you and all are healthy and happy. What a wonderful blessing.
Posted by: Ellen | February 29, 2008 at 04:03 AM
What a beautiful baby! Congratulations on the newest addition to your family. I love how the girls' names sound together: lilybella bellalily (so many Ls)
Posted by: mikawendy | February 29, 2008 at 05:25 AM
Your girls are sooooo gorgeous......
I'm really happy to see that you guys are taking it easy, and that all is well....
Love to all..
Leah xx
Posted by: Hyena In Petticoats | February 29, 2008 at 05:39 AM
Congratulations. I've been reading for awhile and am so happy for you. You had a hard time of it, but in the end you got your second beautiful girl. Many blessings!
Posted by: Laura | February 29, 2008 at 05:42 AM
so very happy for you and your family...
xxx
Posted by: Tif | February 29, 2008 at 05:44 AM