Meet Annalise Ida Kinsinger. Born Tuesday, June 15 at 6:00 A.M. on the dot. (She’s prompt like her daddy.)
In the 9 days since her birth, I have been spending 24/7 learning how to be her mommy. Another week, I will write more. Right now, I have no words for the joy that she brings me.
Congratulations! She is so sweet!🥰 All the best as you embrace this journey of parenthood.
She is so sweet! Blessings to you as you “learn” to be a mommy. That is a high calling.
Congratulations! Glad to hear of her safe arrival. Blessings as you lean into the curves of motherhood. It’s more rewarding than publishing a book.
Yes. ☺️
she is precious! Enjoy those newborn snuggles! Rejoicing with you all!
Awww…So sweet! Congratulations!
Congratulations!! She is perfect and beautiful!! There are no words to fully express the deep joy motherhood brings!! btw, I love her name:)
Congratulations Lucinda!!!👶 she’s Gorgeous and looks so much like her Mommy!!!
So thrilled for you and prayers for a quick, fast recovery and Blessings to you on this Amazing Motherhood journey!!!😘
Such a lovely baby and array of pictures! Enjoy her! …with no pressure to keep up with the online world. Blessings – such a delightful n stretching journey, this mothering.
She is a cute little peanut! Blessings to the little family! We’ve had nine, and the wonder never grows old! My baby turns 1 tomorrow. Soak up every moment; their newborn smell is heaven on earth!
Isn’t she a sweetheart!! Soak in these first new days…they are so fleeting! Blessings to you and your new little one!
Congratulations!!! I think she looks like you, Luci :)
Aww she is beautiful! Congratulations!
Congratulations! I’m so happy she’s arrived safely earth side. Blessings to you, and yours.
Congrats! She is adorable 💚
Rejoicing with you at your daughter’s safe arrival. A baby is a gift from God, a miracle. I too love being a Mother and now Grandmother! Blessings to the three of you…the picture of baby snuggling with Daddy bright tears to my eyes. Children that are joyfully welcomed and loved by two parents are so blessed…
rejoicing with you! i think she looks a perfect blend of the two of you; her eyes hold the same curious and observant pose as yours.
Wonderful!
Congratulations on the birth of your precious baby girl! And welcome to the world Annalise! I love reading your blog posts and I can’t wait to read what you will write about yourself as a mom! Greetings from Germany
My goodness. What a miracle.
Last week I was asked to write a little parenting blurb for a co-worker who is expecting. Here are my thoughts:
I remember sitting at the dinner table one day when my daughter was little, and being taken aback by the flash of sass and attitude that this sweet child tossed my way. Then, a few minutes later, I caught myself feeling annoyed with my husband and being less than kind to him… In that moment I realized that children imitate their parents. They watch us and do what we do. Even the ugly bits. If I want my child to respect me and be courteous, even when she’s irritated, I have to watch myself in the unguarded, emotional moments when I think my attitude and actions really don’t matter that much.
One other thing I’ve learned… there’s no way to get everything right. Every parent makes mistakes. Our children can not only survive, but thrive, in spite of our failures. I am very aware of the ways I’ve been a less-than-ideal parent and the best thing I can do is own it, apologize for it, forgive myself, and move on.
Thank you for this wisdom, Holly. I will try to remember.
That second paragraph – yes. I would like to tell every new parent to turn in their ‘perfect parent’ card right from the beginning, and just get it over with. Much more relaxing.
Congratulations! So happy for you!
Congratulations and welcome to parenthood. It’s the hardest and most rewarding role you will ever have! God bless you and your little miracle!
Congratulations and welcome to parenthood. It’s the hardest and most rewarding role you will ever have! God bless you and your little miracle!
She is precious! Wishing you and Ivan every strength and blessing as your raise your daughter.
Congratulations! Welcome to this amazing world!
Sweet, beautiful baby! I’m so happy for all of you! <3
She looks like an angel. I can tell her daddy is in love.
Welcome to the wonderful (exhausting) world of motherhood, Luci!
What a little doll baby! Congratulations and welcome to parenthood. It is worth it all!
She’s beautiful. Just beautiful.
Congratulations Ivan and Lucinda! It looks like I have a proud aunt! So happy for all of you 💗
Oh my word she is so sweet !!!! :) congratulations Lucinda and Ivan. I know you’ll both be wonderful parents to this wee girl. She’ll be able to grow up in an environment where she can thrive x ~ Linda
Congrats! She’s so cute!
So glad to know your baby arrived safely and you can finally hold her. I see her mama in her bright dark eyes! 😊
Love u luci 💕
She’s beautiful 😍
Congratulations!! She’s absolutely adorable!
PRECIOUS!! <3
Congratulations !! Children are a blessing from God!! We have 4 children who are married and have given us 14 grandchildren. Some of them are married and now we are blessed with 2 greatgrandchildren and one on the way. One of our “greats” left this morning with his parents to travel to S. Africa as they serve with Teen Missions. He is only 1 1/2 years. Our prayers go with him.
Enjoy being a mother and write when you choose. This morning I read what you wrote in the Anabaptist World The irony of my Mennonite-ness….Well written.
Congrats! She’s so cute. :)
Congratulations! She’s so precious! “No words for the joy that she brings me” – I love that description.
Congratulations!!! She is adorable !! Blessings
Congratulations! She is adorable! And so begins one of the most rewarding and challenging journeys of your life!
What a little doll! So happy for you!
Wendy W.