3/21/10

the long awaited

Zachary Lance
March 19, 2010
5:01 AM
7 lbs, 4 ounces
20 inches
perfection in it's tiniest form
When I wrote my last post I definitely didn't expect 'T' to go into labor that very night! The past three days have been the most amazing, emotional, overwhelming and love-filled of my life. Today 'T' gave us the gift we could not give each other, our beautiful, absolutely perfect baby boy. From the moment he was born (which was so incredible to watch) I've loved him...probably even before because he is so familiar, I know he is supposed to be with us! We love our baby and our love for each other has grown exponentially!
Just wanted to end everyone's anxiety! I'm too tired to give all the details and I want to go snuggle both of my boys and get some rest! I'll definitely post more pics and stories later! Thanks for all of your love and excitement, we are so unbelievably happy and grateful for our precious miracle!

67 friendly scribble(s):

Natalie said...

AHHHH! CONGRATULATIONS! He is so, so adorable - these pictures brought tears to my eyes! So happy for you guys, Julie.

Josh and Cara said...

I just cried reading this post. We're so happy for you guys. Enjoy every minute of it. He is a doll. Can't wait to see more pictures.

Steve and Tanya said...

YAY!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!! What a cute little boy! I agree with Nat.. those pictures brought tears to my eyes too. When you've settled in to being a mommy, we need to get our little Zacharys together. Congrats again!! Love ya!

Melinda said...

Julie, congratulations!!! I too got emotional while reading this. I am so so happy for you and your family. He is adorable! Congratulations!!!

Jess n' Blake said...

He is adorable Julie! I am so happy for you two and your little miracle!! Keep us updated when you get enough sleep. :) Miss you!

Kellen and Amanda said...

I am so happy for you!! Enjoy him!!

elliespen said...

I am still just so thrilled for you folks! He is absolutely adorable. I've been checking your blog regularly ever since Crystal's status update on Friday, just waiting for pictures. Congratulations again!

Life Happens said...

I don't know you personally, just happened across your blog awhile ago. I just wanted to say that your sweet little baby is just precious! Congratulations!!!

Emily and Russell Petty said...

Hey there you new parents! Russell and I are happy for you guys! What an amazing gift. Hopefully we'll get to see ALL of you soon:)

Jed said...

Congratulations! :)

Brenley said...

Brings back a million memories! I am so freakin excited for you...and so happy that you have him home safe and sound in your arms! I LOVE the picture of the three of you...it is a picture of heavan! Congrats!

Ashley said...

Tears. That's all I can say is that my eyes are filled with tears. Like Brenley, million of memories are flooding back. Keep the things that have happened the last three days sacred in your heart until you're fully ready to process them. Then talk about it.

Beautiful family; beautiful gift. What a testimony of God's great miracles.

Lots of love.

Candace said...

I am so so so happy for you Julie and Lance! He is just beautiful. What a blessing! I can't wait to see more pics and hear all about him! lots of love!!!

Untypically Jia said...

Words cannot express the joy I feel for you both! Congrats!

Tyson, Jennie and Cedric said...

he is so precious!! So perfect. Congrats!

Katrina said...

Congratulations Mommy & Daddy!! He is sooooo so cute!! Soak up all those sweet snuggles. :)

Leah said...

Congrats Mama! He is beautiful. Perfect. What a wonderful gift.
:-D

Stephanie said...

Congratulations! He is perfect!

StamKeve said...

Woohoo! What a sweet angel! What an amazing ride it is. You two enjoy that baby boy and we can't wait to meet him!

Jenn and Joe said...

Congrats guys! I am so happy for you guys! Seeing your pictures takes me back to when our little guy was born 3 short months ago! I wish you luck and joy! Save travels bringing that little bundle home!

Amber and Dallin said...

Congratulations! I cannot say how happy we are for you, Lance, andyour beautiful baby boy! We are so excited for all three of you.

Sean, Jen, Carson and Addie said...

Super excited for you! Can't wait to hear all the details and to meet him!!

Keith, Heather and Carsen said...

so so happy for you both!!! lots of love and congrats to you!!

Kristin said...

What a joy. I have goosebumps. He is beautiful. Congratulations!

Lemonade Makin' Mama said...

Oh. My. word.

Congratulations are the lamest word to use right now it seems! But really, Congratulations!! He is so precious! You look precious with him! I can't wait to hear all about it...

Now go get some sleep. :)

Madeleine said...

YAY! He is so adorable! And I am SO SO SO SO HAPPY for you!

Trisha said...

He is so incredibly beautiful! I love him too! What a cute family!

Randy & Laura said...

so cute! You guys are going to make great parents! :)

Becky said...

Oh I LOVE that last picture of you holding your babe.

Simply beautiful.

Take this precious time and just eat it up....talk to us later!

CONGRADULATIONS!!!!!!! AHHH!!!!!!!!!!

Ashlee said...

Congratulations! He's so adorable I'm so glad he is finally here!

MommyD said...

The Girl was SO excited to see pics of her new cuz! Love you guys!

~Shauna~ said...

CONGRATS JEWLS!!! Oh I am so happy for you! He's is so cute! He kinda looks like your husband. I got teary reading this post. Again, congrats!! :)

Jace and Steph Ovard said...

Congrats Julie and Lance! I am filled with joy for you guys! YOu are going to be wonderful parents. Can't wait for more stories and more pictures!

Kory said...

You are TRUE parents... having a baby is the most emotional, overwhelming and tiring experience there is!! So excited and happy he is here... just can't believe how emotional I was! He is beautiful and I know he was made for you... I already think he looks like his dad ;) CONGRATS you guys!

RoShawn said...

beautiful! I was looking at this post and said oh yea! and Anellina replied "yea, baby" then she looked at the photo and said Ah coote! (which is cute in 18m old) Im so happy. Oh shoot better run Anellina just drew on my pants

Stacy said...

Oh my gosh! I knew it! I was getting ready for church yesterday and thought, I wonder if baby Z has arrived yet! SOOOOOOO happy for you!

I really want to send you a baby gift! Please send me your address...unless you think that's weird? You can email me at stacy543@yahoo.com

Cole, Heather, and Brylee said...

Congrats, he is a beautiful baby. You have many wonderful times to come, kids are amazing miracles!

Heather and Tyler said...

I am so happy for you guys. And I love that our babies are only 10 days apart! When they get a little older we need to get together so they can "meet"!

Rosalee said...

Congratulations!!!! I am SO happy for you and your family! What a beautiful miracle babies are and what a great blessing adoption is!

Clarisa said...

Oh congrats Julie!!! You make a fabulous mommy, love the pics with him. He is absolutely adorable!

Chelsie said...

CONGRATULATIONS! Get all the snuggles and nibbles you can manage. You'll catch up on sleep later. Plus, the more you sleep, the more you miss.

YAY for you!

Vanessa & Kendall said...

Congratulations Julie and Lance!!! You are going to be awesome parents. He is adorable!

Nat said...

Thank you for sharing him with us yesterday. I sure hope you're getting some rest today. He is so amazing and what a splendid addition to the family. Can't wait to see you soon! :) Snuggle him for me!

Elegante Family said...

So happy for you guys. What a beautiful little family. We love you guys tons!!! Congratulations

Tyler and Sheena said...

He is so cute. Congrats! So happy to see you finally holding your baby boy.

Allyson said...

Congratulations Lance and Julie!

2busy said...

Oh my gosh! Congratulations! I'm so glad things turned out like you dreamed it would. He is beautiful! I'm sure you will make great parents.

Michelle said...

I got so teary reading this! How wonderful!!! Ryan and I are so happy for the both of you!!! Congrats!!!

Mitch and Stacie said...

Congrats! I just got the chills! He is such a cutie! We can't wait to meet him!

KT said...

Congratuations!

M-Cat said...

I am so happy for you! Can't wait for more details and pictures!

Chelle said...

Congratulations on your baby boy!!!

He? Is simply perfect. I have goosebumps and tears in my eyes.

Now go and get some rest, momma :)

xoxo

Zack said...

52 comments?!! Wow, you and Zach are some popular people!!

So happy and so excited for your miracle. You are going to be a fabulous Mother!

Amie said...

Yay he is so cute! COngratulations! I can't wait to see more pictures. I am so so happy for you guys.

Life and Adoption! said...

Congratulations!! He's adorable!! Enjoy every moment!

Our Famdango said...

Yeah, We are so happy for you!!!!!! Can't wait to meet him!

Lora said...

congratulations!!

Seth and Brittney said...

Congrats a million times you two! Crystal linked me over to your blog and I am so glad she did because I'm glad I could celebrate a little with you ;) He looks like he fits perfect into your family too! What a gift from God. Welcome to parenthood!

Nathaly said...

You guys are so blessed! Congratulations!! What a beautiful family picture :) Can't wait to see more pics ;) I'll be patient though. Enjoy your time together!

Kristen and Garrett Halligan said...

YAHOO! Congrats girl!!! So exciting!

Brandon and Julie said...

congratulations, he is so cute, i love his cheeks. I am so glad he made it here and into your family, he is well loved i can tell.

Whit,Tiff and B said...

So happy for you guys!! You will be the best mom ever and I think the world of you!!!

Lindsey said...

:) How can you not tear up at that! SO sweet. You are so deserving. Congrats.

Jenn said...

OH... Yay!!! So wonderful and happy for you guys... even though I really just just met you! ha ha!
Your pictures make me want another one!!! sigh!!
Enjoy this tired and blissful time!

carissa @ lowercase letters said...

i can't believe i'm so behind... so sorry i missed this! CONGRATULATIONS! he is super handsome! how precious to see the promises of God unfolding in your lives!

Tooj said...

How wonderful. :) Obviously I'm late to the party, but I couldn't NOT come and find the official announcement post. You and Lance will have a wonderful time experiencing this journey together. I wish I could meet T myself....I'd truly like the chance to ask her questions.

Kevin Abernethy said...

Congrats!! Lance you guys are going to be great!