We're home, and a few pics!

15 years ago

We came home from the hospital today. It was nice to see Grant and for him not to ignore me (which he kinda did in the hospital). He was very curious about Camryn, but took awhile to want to hold her.

Here's a few pics.

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Not the best pic, but oh well. This was right before we left the hospital.

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Big sister Dakota, the swing guard.

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Grant holding her for the first time...he wasn't too sure what to do with her.

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maryanntx
15 years ago
What beautiful pictures! You have such a lovely family, Steph.
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ruthieg__tx
15 years ago
Awwwwwwwwwwwwwww so sweet.
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vannie
15 years ago
You are truly blessed and I think you know that. Congratulations on a perfectly gorgeous family.
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marilyn_c
15 years ago
She is a beautiful baby, and from what you said, sounds like she is going to be an easy one...which always helps when you have another little guy to take care of. :)) She is absolutely precous! Grant looks very proud!!
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country_bumpkin_al
15 years ago
She's beautiful!!! She looks so much like Grant in that top right picture! He's going to be a wonderful BIG brother!!!You're beautiful and sure don't look like you just had a baby! Brent looks like he's on Cloud-9!!!

Bless Dakota's heart..I bet she doesn't even remember applying for the job of "Swing Guard"! LMBO

I am so happy and thankful for your beautfiful family!
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trinitytx
15 years ago
What a beautiful family. You should be proud. I know you will be sore and tired with two to tend to, take it easy and get as much rest as you can.

Congratulations!
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Granlan_TX
15 years ago
Each and every picture is just so darn sweet! I think I see your cute nose on Camryn, Steph; you both look wonderful..you really do!

I wonder if Dakota is thinking, "well, here we go again, but I'm up for the job." lolol

Congratulations to you and your beautiful family, Steph! :)

Granlan Hugs :)
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deemarie5500
15 years ago
Beautiful family! Best wishes to everyone!
Dee
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zeetera
15 years ago
You know how to do it! She'll look gorgeous in dark colours.

Grant is such a sweetie. Congratulations again.
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donna_oh
15 years ago
Beautiful family Steph!

Enjoyed the pics!

Donna (^_^)
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alisande
15 years ago
Grant looks like his daddy, doesn't he? Perhaps Camryn will look like you.

You're all beautiful!
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grammahony
15 years ago
She is so sweet. Pretty in pink too. Nice little family.
Leslie
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girlsingardens
15 years ago
Steph,

I am sure you are glad to be home finally. At least Grant didn't do what Hayden did when Hudson came home, just run up and hit him and then take off.

Stacie
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summer_tx
15 years ago
What adorable pictures of an adorable family. Congratulations again Steph, Brent, Grant and Dakota. Camryn is a jewel!
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jannie
15 years ago
Everybody looks happy. Welcome home. Steph and Camryn!
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kathyg_in_mi
15 years ago
Happy and healthy, what more could a Mom want!
Kathy G in MI
(maybe sleep?)
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nodakgal
15 years ago
Beautiful pics!!
Dakota has an easy job now, just wait til Camryn is mobile! LOL Then Dakota will be on the run!
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jenni_ca
15 years ago
Dakota has been at my house and I think she enjoyed the peace and quiet!
Grant is so funny with her. He puts her leash on, slaps his leg, and says 'come on Dakota'....and drags her all over the house! LOL She just follows him, probably because it's easier than getting drug around!
He was such a good little guy while Steph was in the hospital. I know he's glad to have her home tho.
It will be an adjustment for him but he will be fine.
He is fascinated with the swing tho, in fact, he thinks it needs one more speed........super fast!! LOL
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caroline94535
15 years ago
What a beautiful family. Dad, Mom, Grant, Camryn, and Dakota!!!

Was she "surprised" to find another people-puppy?!
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FlamingO in AR
15 years ago
Camryn is perfectly precious, Steph and you all look wonderful and healthy and happy and I'm glad for you all!

Grant's going to be happy to have things settle down now, and to have a little sister to play with, that's so fun! He'll be your best helper.
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gadgets
15 years ago
Thanks for being generous enough to share your family with us. You know how you've gotten 'bugged' by us if you haven't posted a pic of Grant in a while? Now, it will be pester, pester, pester with the two of them!

Shirley
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lydia1959
15 years ago
Camryn is beautiful!
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vicki_lv_nv
15 years ago
What a perfect addition to an already beautiful family.

Congratulations!
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imabest
15 years ago
What a beautiful family you have Stepyh you have truly been blessed.
And Grant looks pleased with his new sister.
And you look just like you always do BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!
Take care and have fun with those babys as they grow up fast.
Congrats Gram Jenni hugs imabest
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ritamay91710
15 years ago
great pics, Camryn's so cute. Dakota looks like "here we go again!!"
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Pieonear
15 years ago
She's sure sweet!
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gramzeeinmd
15 years ago
Everybody looks so great and happy.
Congrats to all.
Steph, you look relaxed and wonderful. Do take it easy and don't
over do it. Been there, done that with c-sections and it is not fun.
Thanks for sharing the pics and keeping them coming :-)
Deb
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lyndy_pa
15 years ago
Beautiul family! Wow, Grant looks just like his daddy.
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clubm
15 years ago
Awwwwww!!! You have a beautiful family.
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hayjud_mn
15 years ago
Steph,
Your DD is just beautiful. I'm always awed at how tiny they look when they are newborn. I'm sure you will enjoy the newborn stage just as much as the first time.

Grant sure looks like his daddy, and he is looking more grown up. It's going to be hard for him to wait for his little sister to get big enough to play with him. What fun.

Thank you for all the nice pictures.
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grinch_gut
15 years ago
Beautiful family....After my hyster last year I have always wondered how moms of c-sections did it....I mean that slice across the belly the staples pulling....and 2 kids to look after....I don't think I could do it.....Stacy
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des_arc_ya_ya
15 years ago
Steph, read everybody's post and add Ya Ya to them, would ya!? LOL

Beautiful family and we enjoy you sharing with all of us!
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bearcat_va
15 years ago
Congratuations Stephanie! She is so incredibly precious. Enjoy every moment!
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hale_bopp
15 years ago
Words cannot describe! You all look wonderful and Camryn is a little angel! Take it easy- we can't wait to see more of you all. :)

Blessings,
Haley
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angela_nor_calif
15 years ago
She is so beautiful. You all look great and so happy!
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nodakgal
15 years ago
LOL @ Grant and his "super fast"! I can just see it!
Just wait Jenni til he gets her in that baby buggy! Mommie will have to put a leash on him to get him to slow down! ;)
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kacram
15 years ago
Welcome home, Camryn!

thanks for posting pics of your beautiful family.
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okwriter
15 years ago
Those are precious! Thanks for sharing!
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orie
15 years ago
Steph- you have a wonderful family! You are very blessed. I can't believe how great you look! I looked pretty crappy afterwards.... oh, and still do almost 14 yrs. later! LOL.
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donna37
15 years ago
Such a sweet, beautiful baby girl and that boy isn't bad either.lol. You are one great looking family. Congratulations on having such sweet children.
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LorifromUtah
15 years ago
Congratulations to you and Brent. You have a delightful family!

Lori
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susanjf_gw
15 years ago
great family!
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kittiemom
15 years ago
She is precious!! Congratulations!
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Mickey15
15 years ago
Steph, I'm so happy for you. You have been blessed with 2 beautiful children. Camryn is a little doll baby. Thanks for posting pictures of her. And you look beautiful in the picture by the way! You can see in your face how happy you are.
Lots of ugs,
Tammy
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katclaws_mo
15 years ago
Beautiful Family! Congratulations to all of you!
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Happy_Go_Lucky_Gayle
15 years ago
What a little Blessing. Such a happy lucky family. Congratulations!
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kiwidj
15 years ago
Wow, every time I go away I come home to find you've had a baby! (obviously I don't get away very often haha!)
And what a beautiful baby she is too Steph. Congratulations to you both.
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judy_jay
15 years ago
Beautiful baby, Steph. I've been out of touch for a while & sent you an email re the new baby but now I've found out by searching the forum. Lots of good luck, and my best to all of your beautiful family.
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liz
15 years ago
ohhh ohhh ohh!!! She is sooo precious and Grant's face just shines...Congrats to all of you!!
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SadieSadie
15 years ago
Precious, precious, adorable and darling! :)

Hugs,
SadieSadie
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