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I had a baby.
I thought of titling this post any number of catchy things such as “How I Lost 20 Pounds in One Month” or “I’m Finally a Trim Healthy Mama,” but sometimes the plain honest truth packs the biggest punch. I had a baby.
Her name is Hadassah.
She was born mid August.
The end.
^^Photo creds for the picture above to my sister Katelyn. This photo and the one at the top of the post are from when Hadassah was one week old.
I hope to pontificate more later about the details of the last five months (since I posted my thoughts about moving back in June), but since this announcement has been long enough in coming already, here’s a brief synopsis of our summer:
- At 34 weeks pregnant, I drove a mini van loaded with belongings from Louisiana to Ohio while my husband drove a Uhaul with a car trailer on the back. We lived in a hotel for 3 weeks while we renovated a house.
- At 37 weeks pregnant, we moved in.
- At 39 weeks pregnant, the carpet was finally installed.
- Hadassah was born at 40 weeks, 6 days.
- Our bedroom furniture was finally moved into our bedroom three days after she was born.
- A few weeks later I found time to move our clothes from our suitcases to the drawers.
And that, my friends, is our summer in a nutshell. Plus, you know, a global pandemic. It’s been a ride, but ya know, it’s been OK. The grace of God has been just enough for each day, as we knew it would be. It makes a good story now that we’re on the other side of it all. 😉
I shall leave you with some pictures and absolutely no assurance of when I’ll be back. 😛 It all depends on Hadassah. You can sign up for email updates if you want to make sure you see future posts.
6 weeks old
PS: I know, I didn’t give many details here. More shall come in the future as I have time to write a bit more of the story. Some personal information I won’t be sharing online.
PPS: I haven’t been current on Facebook or blog comments since before we moved (see timeline of our summer above and then add three months of a colicky baby). I will get to them eventually. I hope. Not trying to ignore anyone.
7 weeks old
This gal is always moving. She’s going to be a go-getter! She’s so alert and expressive.
We’ve determined that Hadassah has my facial features and Ryan’s long, lanky build and face shape. She has his dark hair…but she has my blue eyes (albeit darker)! I don’t know if she’ll keep them or not, but she still has them at three months old.
October 2020, taken by our friend Moses
She loves going for walks in my carrier! We soaked up much golden October.
2 months old
Is she Daddy’s girl or what?? She looks so much like Ryan in this picture. The little dress is one that my Grandma Yoder made for me when I was a baby, hand smocking and all. I love handmade keepsakes.
You may also enjoy…
- a post about why we moved this summer, and where
- our wedding pictures
- our love story, part 1 and part 2
Diane says
Just found your posts. Congratulations on your first child. Hadassah is a precious name. Looking forward to future posts.
DAVID LAIRD says
Congratulations on the birth of your little girl..
Janice Gardner says
Congratulations on the birth of your little one. I love your posts and love the name you have chosen for your sweet little girl. She has a wonderful legacy to live up to…
Kelly Lucero says
Huge congratulations from the Luceros family to you all! Many blessings ❤️❤️❤️, she’s is a doll!
Christina says
Congratulations! I discovered your blog this summer while looking for THM recipes, and wondered if you’d stopped blogging because of the move. Move plus renovations plus baby makes for an even more understandable hiatus. Hadassah has the best expressions and I wish you so much joy as a mother. (Both my kids started out with blue eyes like me, and the older one took about 9 months to switch to brown, with a little while near the end where they looked greenish. The younger one had brown eyes by 4 or 5 months I think.)
Kim says
What a cutie! And a great use of your time. Continued blessings.
Dory says
Congratulations! Welcome to the family, Hadassah. May God bless you on your journey together. (PS. I remember moving at 39 weeks pregnant. My biggest job on move day was not to go into labor! Memories. <3)
Robin Ferris says
Congratulations! Your baby girl is so beautiful! Blessings to you and your precious family! Merry Christmas!
Angela Moore says
Congratulations on y’all’s beautiful bundle of joy and your new exciting opportunities you’ve both worked so hard for together!
During this time it’s wonderful to hear happy stories and we all appreciate it when the people we spend time with (even online) and think of as our friends share their joy with us!
Thank you and have a Very Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year!
Angela
MommaOf2 says
I wondered if you were expecting or just acclimating into the new house. Then more time passed and I thought, her new musings is parenthood!
She is beautiful Brianna! IA heritage and blessing from the Lord. Very alert baby. Enjoy each moment Mom and dad as they pass quickly.
Ashleigh says
I’m so excited for you!!!! Being a mom is the best. She’s precious! I’ll be praying for relief from colic (omitting dairy for a few months from my diet and probiotics for him helped my little guy immensely). I’ve been wondering about you for a bit! Enjoy every exhausting second! I hope your parents can come visit and help!
Briana Thomas Burkholder says
Thank you! She grew out of the colic at about 2.5 months. We tried many, many things, including eliminating dairy + probiotic drops, but unfortunately it just took time in our case. My mom was able to come help the week after Hadassah was born. 🙂
Mardel Kalinowski says
Congratulations on your baby doll. She’s beautiful. I wish you all the very best! God continue blessing your little family and the new chapter in your lives!💖
Fondest Regards,
Mardel Kalinowski
P. Ney says
Congratulation on the birth of you sweet little girl. What a darling little sweetie. Yes she takes after dad. So beautiful. God has blessed you.
Leslie says
Congratulations to all three of you!
Vanessa says
Oh, the best reason to be absent, congratulations! I had a doll named Hadassah when I was 10 or so, such a pretty name. Our baby girl (Judith) is our 7th & came in May, our first pandemic baby. I hope you were still able to experience some fun first pregnancy things (showers, etc.)!
Kim L says
Congratulations on your beautiful girl!! I was just thinking about you last week and wondering if you had a child yet. ☺️ Thank you for sharing and looking forward to more recipes when time permits. Also congratulations to Ryan on the fellowship and landing in one of your top spots!
Cari says
I absolutely adore her name! Congratulations momma!!!!
Pam Hodge says
Congratulations on your new sweet addition to the family. Hadasseh is a beautiful little girl who is lucky to have you and your husband as parents. Spend all the time you can enjoying her – you won’t be sorry at all! Best of luck in the coming days, months, and years as your family continues to grow in the Lord.
Donna Landers says
AWWW CONGRATULATIONS! And she is beautiful! Good for you for laying low while taking care of family. Family first, always. Enjoy every minute with your beautiful baby girl. Time goes too fast and you cannot get those precious minutes back!
Julie Jolivette says
Wow what a cutie! Looks like so much personality already! And yes she does look like her Daddy.
Thank you for the update!
Jackie says
Congratulations! She is adorable!
Carolyn says
How precious. Thank you for the pictures
Annette T says
Wow that news made my heart skip a beat!! But congrats on your precious gift!! Baby girls are so fun! (Well so are boys;)
We had an unplanned gift of a baby girl arrive in April!… and babies arrive pandemic and all! Add a 14mo old, 4 yr old and homeschooling our 2 oldest!! What a crazy journey our spring/summer also was! But God helps us handle what he gives us! I’m happy to hear you’re doing well!
Donna Matthewman says
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! SO HAPPY FOR YOU!! YOU are NOT ignoring ANYONE!! You deserve this precious time! Enjoy it as it will fly by!!!
Lynn says
Best wishes as you embark the joyous and challenging voyage of Motherhood 💕 Will she enjoy prepping food like you do?😁 It would be interesting to hear how you stayed “ on plan” during your pregnancy and how that all worked out for you…
JanieHelms says
Congratulations!!!! So happy for you all. Babies grow up fast and enjoy every second. Thank you for sharing such adorable pictures. Praying for you and your family.
Linda Manley says
Congratulations on the beautiful addition to your family! She is perfectly beautiful! May the blessings continue to flow in your direction.
Leighanne says
I have always loved the name Hadassah! She is one of the most beautiful babies I have ever seen. Congratulations. I’m so thankful that the Lord has blessed you so richly!
Margaret Pogin says
Congratulations! She is adorable, does indeed look like hubby, and will keep the blue eyes. Baby’scwith blue eyes turn grey early on, (I don’t remember the exact time but something much less than 3 months) then turn blue again. My don’s did that 40 some years ago.
Noella says
Congrats!! She’s precious. Glad you you are both well and healthy!
Deb Lebbin says
Congratulations beautiful Bri and family! She is such a beautiful blessing with everything going on in the world. Take good care of yourself and your lovely family!
Barb Gourlay says
Such a sweetheart! Congratulations! There are many seasons to this life God has given us! Enjoy this time with your little one…colic and all! God bless your family
Dawn Stanford says
She is beautiful. Congratulations to you both! ❤️
Suzanne VanderFeen says
Congratulations! She is darling!
I remember 38 years ago Receiving My first 35 mm camera with several rolls of film on my August 3 birthday.
Our first son was born eight days later. I went through the rolls Very quickly.
Back then We could not afford to develop the film as quickly as I would use it up! But eventually we got them all developed!
I still love looking at all those beautiful baby pictures!
And I truly love my digital camera!😂
Toni Coon says
Well, Congratulations Mama and boy, was that a shock! 😁 Enjoy your little one, as they grow up way too fast.
Janell says
Well! Nothing like an announcement! Since you didn’t even tell your blog readers you were expecting, I figured that the “I had a baby!” referred to a new book or something! Congratulations…enjoy her!
Briana Thomas Burkholder says
Haha…thank you! I just knew that I wanted to be able to savor this time without feeling pressured to post. I’m glad I did!
Julie says
Congratulations! She is beautiful! I LOVE her name… I have loved the name Hadassah for a long time! ❤️ (We named our daughter Naomi. 😁)
Briana Thomas Burkholder says
I like that name too!
Jody says
Congratulations Briana!! I’ve been wondering how you were doing after your move so it’s wonderful to hear from you and hear about your precious blessing from the Lord! Thank you so much for sharing and I know you’ll soak up and treasure every minute you have with your daughter! Blessing to you and your family!!
Janie Kaminski says
So excited for you and Ryan!!! Precious baby. She looks so much like our first, Anna, who is now age 40.!
Brenna says
Congratulations! I just googled this website for the first time since I read your last post, and you’re right, even though I only really know your recipes and not you, that headline packs a punch! 😂
What great photos! In that picture of the three of you, she looks like she could just decide to get down and walk, and in the ones above that, you’d think she’s thinking the thoughts of a five-year-old! Expressive indeed! 😂😂 Best wishes to y’all 😊
Briana Thomas Burkholder says
Makes me wonder what we’re in for in the future… 😂 I think we’ll have our hands full keeping up with this one!
Christina Ellison says
Congratulations, She is Beautiful!
Pam Johnson says
She is beautiful!
Kris Chatfield says
She’s so beautiful! What a crazy summer for you!! But the reward at the end is priceless. Congrats all around!
Stacy Barkeloo says
How precious she is! Congratulations, and also, welcome to Ohio! I moved to Columbus in 2005, with my husband, and my firstborn, who was 6 months old at the time.
Phyllis Dugo says
She is absolutely beautiful…. Congrats to all of you! God bless your sweet family!
Jennifer says
A hearty congratulations! We will be here when you are ready 🙂 ❤
Lori McCleskey says
Congratulations! You’ve been a busy momma. She is beautiful.
Cara Jameson says
She is beautiful!
Tami Treu says
Congrats to you and Ryan. She’s a beauty. Enjoy every moment!!
Debbie says
She is so beautiful – Congratulations!
Do not apologize for being away – you have had your hands full and you need to do what’s most important. Thank you for sharing pictures – what a beautiful family!
I live in Ohio (near Mansfield) and it’s fun to think we are almost neighbors. =)
Be blessed. Rest when you can.
Rebecca says
Congratulations on your beautiful daughter! 💗
Wynne says
She is beautiful! Looks like your hubby. Her dress is so wonderful. What a keepsake. Enjoy her and don’t worry about your blog. She will grow up sooo fast. Treasure your time with her. God bless your family!
Megan says
What a sweet gift she is! I’m so happy to know you and your family are well. 💗 Congratulations, friend!
Sharon says
Congratulations! She is beautiful and you and hubs look so happy. Praying for many blessings upon the three of you. Such a happy time in life!
Nancy Trump says
Brianna + baby Hadassah + Ryan
Already beautiful and yes I see Ryan
and your blue eyes- but hers are a bit darker…her very own version.
You and Ryan have much to discover. And this too is exciting for little miss.. You will never be bored.
May God bless all three of you.
Laura says
Wow, no wonder you haven’t been posting. Hard to find time with a baby around. Congratulations, she is beautiful!
Judy says
Congratulations on your little one and yes it has been quite the year for many of us
She is a beautiful girl and will keep you on your toes I’m sure 💕
Take your time and enjoy all the moments parenthood will bring.
Love and prayers to you and your family
Becky says
Congratulations, she’s beautiful! What a lovely family photo!
Cindy Whetsel says
Briana! Congratulations!! I literally was thinking about you this morning and wondering how you were! I thought about posting something random on Facebook, asking you, but didn’t want to intrude in your life. Wow, wow, wow!! Hadassah is gorgeous and I can understand why you’ve been so busy! Please know that we’re so happy for you and now we know how to pray for you even more! Thank you for letting us know AND for all of the pictures. XOX
Briana Thomas Burkholder says
You’re so sweet, Cindy. Thank you!
Stacey Brizuela says
She is so beautiful and precious. Praise God for we are fearfully and wonderfully made as is Hadassah. Such a gorgeous name also.
Lori L Miller says
Oh my goodness, she is precious! Love the name! I was just thinking a few days ago that we hadn’t heard anything from you in a good long while, and I was hoping everything was okay with you! Looks like things have been more than okay, if a little hectic, exhausting, stressful, etc. Blessings!
Ronnie Gioka says
Congratulations! What a beautiful blessing!
Jennifer says
Congratulations! She is beautiful like her mama. 🙂
Shelly Clipperton says
I had a feeling that the move wasn’t the only thing you were experiencing this summer/fall!! So I prayed for you! Babies are welcome anytime! Blessings to you and your dear husband and precious Hadassah!
Cristy Swartzendruber says
Oh my! Congratulations! I absolutely love her name. I obviously have not been on facebook as I had no idea that you were even expecting. Praying for you & your sweet family.
Rachel says
Congratulations!!! So very exciting!
Gail Golden says
I figured that’s why you were silent. She’s a beautiful baby. We’re all so happy for you and hubby. Congratulations and abundant blessings to you all.
Jackie Janssens says
Congratulations!! I love the name! The Hebrew version of Esther. Such a beautiful family. Take care of yourself. I’m glad to hear you a napping when baby is napping. May God give you and your husband the widsom and patience to raise this child in the fear and knowledge of God.
Kristin Kanagy says
Congratulations! I live in Ohio also and have been enjoying the beautiful weather with my five children. I’m so happy for you to be a mom! Thanks for the update and photos! I always enjoy your encouraging posts and healthy recipes 🙂
Sandy A says
Congratulations! How very exciting. She’s so precious. I’m so glad you are now truly a Trim Healthy Mama!
Cyndi Anderson says
CONGRATULATIONS! Many blessings to you all. She is absolutely precious and does look like her daddy. I am in love with her beautiful blue eyes.
Gina Bumgarner says
Beautiful baby! What a blessing! I’ve missed you. God bless you and thank you for sharing your life events with us. Means a lot to a see your dedication to the Lord in all you do. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Joyce Hutt says
so beautiful!! what a wonderful treasured blessing from God. i can’t believe you kept your secret for all those months. i was so shocked to see your post on facebook this morning. how exciting!!! (and yes, the colic doesn’t last forever, although it seems that way sometimes!)
Sara says
Congratulations!!! 🎉🎉🎉
Donna Almanza says
SHE IS BEAUTIFUL!!!!! Congratulations!!🎉🎈💗🌸
Tamara says
Congratulations, Briana. She is precious!
Mary says
Congratulations 🎊
She is adorable and very alert! Enjoy this season and glad you are focusing on it!
Mary says
Absolutely adorable!! I’m so happy for you!! Enjoy this time! It zips by so quickly!! ❤️
Renee Knoeck says
Congratulations! She is adorable!
Lisa Kanagy says
How exciting for you all! She is a beauty! What a lovely family you are. You take your time. I’m sure you are enjoying being closer to your family, too. Blessings
Cheryl says
She is absolutely adorable!!
Congratulations!!!
Carla says
Congratulations to you and your husband.. she is beautiful! Can’t wait til you are back blogging! I love your recipes!
Nita Ostroff says
What a beautiful, delightful surprise! Congratulations! I love the picture of her in the carrier.
Dyan Croushore says
Congratulations on your beautiful Hadassah! May she grow in wisdom and stature and in favor with God and man. She is so sweet! Thank you for sharing pictures of her.
Northernmama says
Congratulations!! A baby is a blessing. The day they are born is a long time treasured memory followed by the joy and delight of watching them grow. May God bless your little one.
Dottie Parton says
Congratulations! Your baby is so beautiful as is the heirloom pink dress! I pray the Lord bless you all and your darling girl as she grows.
Sarah says
Oh my goodness!!! Congratulations! So exciting and unexpected (for us 😆). Shes absolutely gorgeous! Welcome to a new world and new meaning to Trim Healthy MAMA! ❤️❤️
Lisa says
She’s absolutely beautiful!! Congratulations!!
My grandfather’s mother was Anna Yoder(married Morris Freed). She is a descendant of Han Yoder. Are you related to that line?
Briana Thomas Burkholder says
I’m sorry – I have no idea!
Emelye says
So exciting, Briana and Ryan … she’s just precious. 💗
Tara says
Congrats
Sarah says
Oh, my word! What a treasure she is! Congratulations!! I can see what has kept you busy since July!
Carol says
Absolutely darling! Best wishes to you and Ryan. At some point would live to know how you chose her name.
Briana Thomas Burkholder says
Definitely planning to share more about her name meaning when I can!
Michelle Wahlquist says
Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl,she’s lovely!
Donna French says
Congratulations! You’ve definitely been busy! May God continue to bless your family as you enter this new season. She’s beautiful and you look wonderful!
Keri says
Congratulations Briana!! She is lovely!
Neketa says
Congratulations one your little blessing she a beautiful baby.
Clarissa says
Congratulations! I have a daughter named Hadassah, too!
Diana says
We missed you, but you’ve been busy! Congratulations what a precious gift!
MaryBeth says
Congratulations! What a beautiful family!
Wendy says
Congratulations! What a beautiful baby 😍
Amber says
Congratulations!!!! She is adorable!!
Monica says
Congratulations!!! She’s beautiful!
Crystal says
Congratulations! Hadassah is absolutely gorgeous.
Robin says
I knew it would be soon!! Congratulations, Sweet Briana! She is beautiful! Many blessings to you, Ryan & Precious Hadassah! 💗💗💗
Carol Hayes says
Your baby girl is beautiful! Congratulations! I just got to meet my great nephew yesterday. He was born on August 22 so sounds like they are the same age.
Theresa Green says
Congratulations! We have missed you. I knew something special must be going on. God Bless you and your family. Haddasah is precious. 💕
Cindy W. says
Congratulations! An adorable little girl 🙂 Wishing you much needed sleep! LoL!
Twila says
Wow, congratulations! What wonderful news!
Wendy Johnson says
Precious. Congrats!!!
Holly Hart says
Congratulations! She is beautiful! God’s blessings to your family!
Casey says
Congratulations! What a busy life you have been living the past few months. Your baby daughter is beautiful and I am so happy for you and your husband. Hope Ohio is becoming home for you and that you have much happiness and love in your new home. Enjoy time with that sweet baby girl and savor every moment. Those babies grow up so fast.
Beth Adams says
Congratulations on your little blessing!❤
Angela Roach says
Congratulations she beautiful take what time you need stay safe and we hear from you in the future God bless your little family
Susan Schwalm says
Awe, your baby girl is beautiful. She does look like her daddy.
Congratulations!
Rhonda says
Congratulations! She’s beautiful! I’m sad you’re not still in my Louisiana, but it’s best to be nearer to your relatives. God’s greatest blessings to y’all !
Lori says
Congratulations! She is as beautiful as her name.
Colleen says
Congratulations! Just this week I was wondering how your move went, chalking up your silence to the pandemic. A baby is a much more exciting reason! Enjoy your little blessing!
Sue Fox says
Thanks for sharing about your sweet little blessing!! Congratulations! Your daughter is beautiful!
Laura Keyser says
So today I was wondering, what is Briana up to? And now I see what’s been happening. Soooo excited for you and Ryan. Congrats on your move and the birth of Hadassah. May God lavish his blessings on your family in this new chapter of your life together.
Beth Marney says
This is the best post ever😁 Congratulations!!
You’re doing it right. Family, rest and then if you can spare a minute share your joy with us.
Love a Canadian mom of 8, grandma to 2
Xo
Tammy says
Congratulations on this special bundle of joy!
April P Hester says
Congratulations! She is beautiful! So happy for you and Ryan ❤️
Adrienne says
Congratulations! I wondered where you went ! What a beautiful baby !
Marsha Joy Baker says
CONGRATULATIONS! What exciting news! She is a darling…and I can really see her daddy’s face in hers. What an exciting life you lead! I’m so impressed you found time to update us all. Take good care. I love that you’re keeping first things first…have fun with that growing baby every single day. They certainly grow up way too fast. I have a dear friend who named her child Hadassah too! I think meanings of names is so important – she may be a strong leader just like Esther! May God shower you all with the sweetest blessings – besides a precious new babe!
Dianne says
Beautiful beautiful baby girl! Congratulations to you and Ryan. God bless your little family and keep you healthy.
Michelle says
Congratulations on your beautiful baby, Hadassah, and all the life changes you’ve experienced over the last few months! This update is timely as I was just the other day wondering why I haven’t seen a blog post from you in a while. I’m glad it was due to such great news. God bless you, all three.
Marla Berry says
Congratulations!! I knew you must have something like this going on. She is absolutely beautiful.
Charlene Anderson says
She is just beautiful! Thanks for sharing her with us!
Erica Kennedy says
It is no surprise, though it is good to know that all is well with you and yours. Congratulations on your sweet blesssing. I have thought of you every time I opened your cookbooks…which is often. Take your time coming back. You have different priorities now.
Cindy says
Congratulations Briana and Ryan! What a blessing! Hadassah is a lovely name for your beautiful daughter. Thanks be to GOD! Your “I had a baby” title put a really big smile on my face and made me put down my phone and get my iPad. I wanted to have a bigger picture of whatever you were going to share. Thank you for sharing. Cindy
Leslie B says
Congratulations! So happy to hear that you have been blessed with a baby.
Denise Klopfenstein says
Congratulations! She’s a beautiful baby. And you’ve had a lot of transition!
Carrie says
Many congratulations and blessings! A beautiful name for a beautiful little girl.
Mich says
Congratulations, Briana! She is just beautiful. Thank you for sharing what you do — you always uplift me! I just made a snack from your first cookbook in honor of this happy news. 🙂 Best of luck in your new home! Enjoy that sweet little one!
Briana Thomas Burkholder says
I wonder what you made. 😉
Jo says
Congratulations Briana! You have a beautiful baby girl😍 May God bless you on your motherhood journey!
Denise Slauson says
Congratulations!! I was just thinking about you a day or so ago and realizing we hadn’t heard from you for a while. Hadassah was born just about the same time as our new grandson, Liam. <3 Enjoy your little blessing–she's adorable.
Nancy Schmidt says
Ohhh! So beautiful she is – dear baby Hadassah! This is just the best news!!! Congratulations!! God is so good! Like a shiny promise for the future is a precious new little life!❤️❤️❤️
Kathy McLaughlin says
Congratulations and Best Wishes to you and Ryan on the birth of Hadassah. She’s Absolutely Beautiful and a True Blessing from “GOD”
Valerie Burns says
Congrats! She is beautiful!!
Narrie Brothers says
Congratulations to both of you. She is adorable and so alert in the pictures you have shared. This has been a memorable year for everyone but your’s has been truly blessed. Babies grow so fast, take all the time you and Ryan can to enjoy her and each other. All of us fans can wait for new recipes, I’m still trying out all the ones in your books. Happy holidays.
Courtney says
Congratulations!! New life is so precious!! She’s beautiful 😃😃
SHERYL WEBB says
She’s beautiful!
Barbara Kidd says
Congratulations! She’s beautiful!
Mary Lou Higgins says
CONGRATULATIONS!! This is very exciting news. She is incredibly cute!
Debby Cutler says
Congratulations
Barbara Brooks says
Oh my goodness! Congratulations!
I was paging through both of your cookbooks last night looking for some healthy carb meals and dishes, and I am not kidding you, I thought to myself, I’m kinda surprised she hasn’t announced a pregnancy by now. …Well, then your email today!!
How completely wonderful! So happy for you. Forget about blogging for now, catch a nap if you can. Best wishes, mama!
Kimberly Kovach says
Rejoicing with you in the birth of your beautiful daughter! ❤️
Kathy L Beck says
Congratulations! So happy for you and Rayn.
Jenna says
Congratulations! She is beautiful! And Hadassah is a lovely name. Glad to “hear” from you once more. Enjoy that precious little one!
Aimee says
Congrats!! She is so adorable! I was just thinking the other day that it had been forever since your last post, and, honestly, I kept watching for a baby announcement. I’m so happy for you guys!
Karen Hilgenberg says
Congratulations!! So happy for you! Wow, the Lord has lifted you up, taken care of you, and blessed you in this strange year! She is so precious!!
Anita says
Yay!! Congratulations, Briana and Ryan!! Hadassah is beautiful!!! So happy for you both!!
It’s good to hear from you again. Have missed your postings. But, love your happy announcement! Congratulations, and enjoy!!
Nichole R Woodard says
Congratulations!! She is beautiful.
Lisa Horner says
Congratulations!!! She is so beautiful!!! I have a daughter whose middle name is Hadassah. She was born in August as well 14 years ago. 😊
Carole J. Mitchell says
Congratulations! She is beautiful. I’m so happy for you.
Stephanie C says
Congratulations! I was thinking about you last week & wondered what was going on. Glad to hear all is well
Margaret says
Beautiful baby girl! Congratulations and ENJOY!
Karen Brown says
Congratulations and blessings to you. Shes a cutie.
Jane says
Congrats!!! I am so happy for you. There is nothing like having a newborn in your home. Enjoy every moment. It passes way too quickly.
We have 7 children and 19 grandchildren. Everyone a blessing.
Talia Ruley says
Yay!!! Congratulations!! 🎊🎉
Tanya says
Congratulations! Enjoy every minute with her. They grow up so fast. I have the ivory sleeper with pink flowers for one of my girls as well (it’s been a long time ago that I used it though, she is now almost 7 years old). My last 2 have been boys 🙂 . I hope she has been an easy baby for you. I had a baby boy in May, just when lockdown started to lift here in British Columbia. To say the least it has been a bit of a ride with all 5 of the children home at the same time, but we can’t complain. We have an acreage so that has helped in us keeping our family busy. Take care of yourself 🙂
Misty says
Congratulations!!!!! Welcome precious Hadassah!!! Motherhood looks great on you!!!! Thank you for the privilege of letting us know such precious news.
Paula smith says
Congratulations. I love her name! The photos are beautiful. She’s such a sweetie. Welcome to Ohio. I’ve lived here over 20 years from California . Great to hear from you
Amy Chisman says
Congratulations! Hadassah is a doll! 💗
SANDRA says
Shocker!!!!! congratulations on your beautiful little princess. Love to all.
Alicia Raulerson says
Congratulations!!!! She is beautiful!!!!!
Ginnie says
what a wonderful surprise Briana..welcome to your beautiful daughter who will turn your world upside down in the best way. May her presence fill you with joy and may you know the power of God’s grace when there seems to be no rest in sight.
Your blog always refreshes my spirit and I have always enjoyed your THM recipes.
God is good
Laurie says
I was suspicious due to your absence from the blog! Congratulations!
Savannah says
Congratulations! You have a beautiful family!
April Lane says
Awwww!!! Congratulations!!! She adorable!! What a cutie!! I know, a lot of exclamation points. But, excited for the two of you 🙂 enjoy 💗
Linda says
Congratulations!! Such a sweet baby!
Wilma Burton says
Briana and Ryan. So good to hear from you. Have been wondering, but everything has been so strange this summer. Hadassah is beautiful as you already know. What a gift! You are one brave young lady!! I have followed your adventures for several years and feel like I know you personally and I know I know you spiritually. I know you have family connections with your relatives that live close to where I live, and who knows maybe I have met and talked to them. God bless you and will await updates. I will pray for you and your new life. Glad you are back in Ohio.
Deanna says
Oh, so happy for you all! Congratulations!
A precious baby girl! She is so beautiful!
Enjoy each moment, as she will grow and change quickly! And yes, she and your dear husband are priority over us your readers.
But thank you so much for sharing this wonderful update!
Melody J. Wooldridge says
Soooo good to hear from you and that all is well! A BABY GIRL….how very exciting…. she is precious! CONGRATULATIONS!!
Thanks for taking the time to update us all!
Melody
Julia Walker says
Congratulations on finally becoming a Trim Healthy Mama!! Your Lil Miss Hadassah is adorable ❤
Renee says
Congratulations!
What a ride you have had these past few months!
Such a little blessing to behold!
Much love,
Renee’
Rene’ says
Oh my goodness, Briana, your surprise post absolutely made my day! I’m so happy for you and Ryan; Hadassah is an angel and absolutely gorgeous! She definitely looks like her Daddy, but I have no doubt she will be as creative, thoughtful, loving and as in love with the outdoors, horses and ice cream as her Mama! 😉
Congratulations! She is one blessed baby girl!
Hannah says
Congratulations!!! Love the name Hadassah! It’s our second daughters name! May God give you grace and wisdom to raise her for His glory!
Nancy Moore says
God bless you, your beautiful baby and wonderful husband!
Congratulations
Rebecca says
Oh, how wonderful! Hadassah is beautiful and so, so precious. Blessings on your little family .
Joanne says
So adorable! (and such good pictures) Enjoy your baby we can wait, although I love hearing from you.
Michele ºÜº says
Oh Wow!!! Congratulations!!! Such a precious little blessing from God! She’s so expressive. Just adore the pictures in the blue dotted outfit.
Kathy says
Oh, congratulations to both you and Ryan! Hadassah is beautiful and has such bright eyes. What a wild ride 2020 has been for you! Blessings abound ~ 😊💕🌈 🍦
Leanna says
Congratulations! What a cutie! She looks like your husband to me. May God continue to bless you. Thank you for sharing.
Betty says
So beautiful!! Congratulations on the move, the renovations, and the precious little one!
AKM says
WONDERFUL news, Briana! She IS alert and expressive, and beautiful! Take this time to enjoy her, and we’ll just be patient and hear from you when we hear from you. Congratulations to you and Ryan as you build your little family.
Teresa S Murphrey says
Oh my, you’ve been busy!! She’s absolutely adorable and very alert, that’s awesome!! And I have to add you look lovely in purple! One of my favorite colors. Enjoy your mommy and baby bonding time for it unfortunately doesn’t last long!! Haha I have 4, the oldest a teenager and I just said she’s not a baby anymore, where did the last 17 years go. God bless your family
Sandy Hart says
Congratulations Briana and Ryan! Welcome to this new chapter of life.
I have missed you…enjoy that baby girl…they grow up quick! My one and only 17-yr old son started driving this summer, just started a regular job (he was doing yard work and home repairs during the pandemic), and is now applying for college for Sept 2021.
Praying for God’s blessing for your family.
~Sandy
Jalisa martin says
My such a sweet little girl you have!! Neat to see the pictures and hear from you again! Best wishes to the new mom and dad.
Elizabeth Marshall says
Wow! You have had quite a ride! So exciting! Congratulations, she is beautiful 💗💗
Katrina says
Congratulations! Lots of big changes!
Star says
Congratulations! She’s beautiful!
Rachel says
Awww!! Congrats on the move and the new baby!
Peggy Bryan says
Congratulations to you and Ryan! Children are a blessing from the Lord. We may not all sleep, but we shall all be changed! (Colicky baby verse learned by experience!) So happy for you!!
Cheryl Meng says
Congratulations!!! She is absolutely adorable! And I love her name. Have always loved that version. Don’t worry about the blog – get some sleep when you can. Many blessings!
Kelsey Weber says
Wow, Briana, that’s so exciting! Congratulations to you and your growing family, and may God bless you all, one day at a time through your busy life! I’ll be eager to read any updates and details, if you ever feel you have time! 😉 My husband Ryan and I got married in June, with the pandemic in full swing, so we’ve had a crazy time too, albeit no baby! Now you really are a trim healthy mama! Your family is so beautiful. Wishing you all the best from our little nest in Ontario, Canada!
Michele says
Congratulations!!! She is beautiful! I love her name 😊
Christy says
Congratulations!! What a beautiful blessing! I LOVE her name. 🙂 May the Lord bless you and your family.
Ivy says
Simply adorable! Congratulations to you and Ryan.
Kay Ann Kyler says
Wow, congratulations! Praising God with you for your sweet new addition. May He bless you & your family in amazing ways.
She’s A.D.O.R.A.B.L.E.!!!
Rebecca B says
Congratulations!!!! As a Mom, I can totally understand not being sure if you’ll ever get back to the “normal” you had with all its activities 😄. Short answer—no. But you will find a new normal with all the essential activities and SO much more love!!! Motherhood is such a wonderful journey 💕
Dawn Yoder says
Congratulations!!! She is so precious and I’m so happy for you and your sweet little family!
Motherhood is definitely a ride, but I’m confident that with God’s grace and help, along with the people Hesput in your life, you’ll handle this ride well.
Perfectly? No mom does that. But you are the mom Hadassah needs and God knew that 😉
Enjoy every moment. I know it sounds cliche but they really do grow up so quickly. I’m not sure where the last 20 (and almost 13) years have gone, but I’m now a grandma of 3 in addition to my 2 babies (20 and almost 13) and 3 grown up stepsons.
Most of all, enjoy the ride!
Briana Thomas Burkholder says
Thank you, friend! It’s definitely been a ride but so much easier now that she’s growing out of the colic! We love her so much and she brings an extra fulfillment and satisfaction to our lives.
Pam Tiemeyer says
Oh I have been wondering where you were and I suspected maybe it was because you were going through a pregnancy! What a joyous surprise it is to find out that you’ve now had this beautiful blessing born to you and Ryan! I always look forward to your posting and can’t wait to hear more from you and your story but I understand now why you’ve been so off the grid so to speak! Waiting patiently for more thank you!
Kim Mitchell says
Congratulations!
Tatiana says
Congratulations! She is gorgeous!
Debbie Schroepfer says
Your blessing is adorable! Just the other day I was thinking of you and thought… I bet she’s pregnant! What a crazy summer you’ve had! Congratulations to you!
April says
Oh my goodness! She is adorable Briana! I was just wondering where you had been cause you hadn’t been in my inbox for months. 😉 So glad you’re doing great and loving being a Mama. ❤️
Shirley Moore says
Oh my goodness!!! Congratulations! I was so shocked when I saw the title of the post. I thought I have totally missed reading blog posts. 🙂 I am absolutely in awe of everything you have accomplished in the last few months! What a wonderful, wonderful new stage to your life. I will look forward to your updates as you get time. I know life will look even more new and different now. Thank you for sharing your beautiful pics, she is so very precious!
Joni mosteller says
Oh Briana👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙏🏽How wonderful. My hearts rejoicing with you . Our God is so precious and his Grace is sufficient for our every need, As I know you would testify to that.
I’m not on FB so this brings such joy in hearing about your journey with your Ryan and now Hadassah❤️ I have a dear friend who name her daughter now 15 Hadassah (Ester)! Many Blessings dear lady. Joni Mosteller
Linda Gustafson says
Congratulations she is so precious! Busy mommy times and a Joy very exhausting!
Faith Yoder says
Congratulations!! Hadassa is absolutely beautiful and precious. She is a beautiful gift from God. Blessings to your family of 3!
Stacey says
Omigoodness!!! She’s beautiful! Congratulations! (And on the move too.)
They grow up so fast. My youngest just graduated from high school this year…and I swear his oldest brother was just this size last week. He’s a big hairy 26 yo now, and there’s nothing little about him. Some days I wish they could have stopped for a bit– they are so much easier to look after when they are still this little! ❤
Enjoy these moments…even the colicky nights. They are what grow you too.
Brenda R says
CONGRATULATIONS!!! Your daughter is beautiful. Welcome to Ohio. We live in the Akron/Canton area. Are you anywhere near?
Thanks,
Brenda
Briana Thomas Burkholder says
Thank you! We’re not too far from there. 😊
Hannah says
Congratulations! She is absolutely lovely, as are you! I have both your cookbooks and my family is truly enjoying the great recipes fully. Thank you! Blessings to your little family, Briana.
Charity says
Congratulations!!! Babies are such a sweet blessing from God.
Sheila says
Congratulations!! You have had a very busy summer. You enjoy this time with with her as they change so much the first few years! Take care in this pandemic! Will look forward to updates about your family.
Kelly says
Sooooo happy for you!!! Now we know where you’ve been! Thank you for sharing your sweet family with us!!
Virginia watts says
beautiful baby girl- congrats to both of you
Dina says
Congratulations!!!
What wonderful news!
I’m so happy for the both of you.
Enjoy that little bundle of joy and God bless your family.
Love from Belgium
Betty says
Your daughter is adorable! Never take for granted what a miracle she is. Spend all the time with her that she needs, it will be ok if we don’t hear from you for a while, even if it is a few years. Enjoy this time, so many never get to experience this miracle.
Briana Thomas Burkholder says
Mmmm…yes. Good reminder.
Shellley says
Congratulations! I applaud you for putting family and yourself first. Blogs and Facebook will fade away. This time with your baby is too important to miss a moment. I pray the colicky part is over. That is tough. God Bless
Pamela Nipper says
your baby is beautiful! Yes she is a good mixture of you two! Love the heirloom dress! Blessing on your family!
Sheryl Ann Fernandes says
WOW_WEE!!! what a summer you’ve had! Sooo very happy for you!!! Parenthood is the greatest Adventure! Enjoy every minute….it passes sooooooooo quickly! Don’t even blink!
Tammy Page says
Congratulations! I have been wondering what happened to you and thought you may be expecting! Your daughter is beautiful!!
Janessa says
How crazy to have this post pop up in my email feed today!! I was just thinking about you this morning, out of the blue, and wondering how you were and how the move turned out. I have also moved several times in my life, and know how a year can turn into an absolute whirlwind! Congratulations on your beautiful daughter!! She is absolutely lovely; I haven’t seen a baby quite this pretty in some time!! I love her name!! You are blessed beyond measure, and you absolutely GLOW with such radiant beauty!!
Pat Siddons says
Congratulations to you both, what a gorgeous little girl. Now you are three. Wishing you all happiness and thanks again for helping us all eat healthier.
Pat Siddons
Margie weaver says
Congratulations on the birth of your beautiful daughter. God has given You and your husband a special gift. May the blessings of the Lord die with you all!
Sally Dasto says
Congratulations!!!! What a precious bundle of joy! 💓
Barbara Settles says
Oh Briana! Congratulations 👏!! She is beautiful! What a wonderful blessing in the midst of all that craziness! Enjoy every moment!
Kathy says
Hadassah looks like she is taking in every bit of this world and still looks so content. What beautiful pictures, your sister is so talented. Hope the colic doesn’t last long I know that has to zap your strength. Prayers to you, your husband and your little one for rest.❤️
Kim Raley says
Awww…congratulations! She is precious. We have a great niece named Hadassah who just turned four. God bless your little family!
Sandy says
How exciting a life you are living! And being a mama is the BEST job of all. She is a beauty & you & Ryan are so blessed. Thank you for sharing as I worried a little when we did not hear from you. But this world is crazy this year. Take care & I still eat many of your fantastic recipes that are my favorites!! Love to you & your precious family. No need to respond…..
Jennifer Collins says
Congratulations! Beautiful baby, beautiful family. ❤
Katie S says
She absolutely adorable. Congratulations. 😊
Tina Marmolejo says
Oh my goodness how beautiful!! You and that precious baby! You have been on my mind and I have been wondering where you were. Thank you for updating us and please don’t stay away too long, but of course that depends on her ☺️♥️ Prayers, Blessings & Congratulations!!
Nancy Pedro says
Ahhh! She is beautiful and you are blessed! Congratulations.
Jan Ross says
Oh Bri I almost forgot – Queen Esther’s name in Hebrew was Hadassah. What an honorable name for your baby girl. She is already so blessed being raised in your household. May God be with you.
Arliss Allen says
Congratulations. She is a doll.
Carol Helmuth says
Congratulations! And welcome back- I wondered what had happened to you! She is adorable 😍 My firstborn was also colicky. She is 30 now. I had totally convinced myself that if she was born in this day I would have had multiple tools and resources to prevent her from being colicky. Lol. Anyway- hugs to you as you struggle through this stage… know that you are not alone! I love reading your blogs 😊😊
Briana Thomas Burkholder says
Thank you! We’re very grateful that she’s growing out of the colic now. We tried many, many things but in the end it was just something that required time!
Nancy Lowery says
Congratulations! She is beautiful! God bless you in this new phase of life.
Evelyn Amos says
She is so beautiful! Her picture at 7 wks old took me right back to my firstborn — she had the same cream colored outfit with roses!
Connie says
Doxology! Have been missing your newsletters! Soak up every minute with Hadassah! Great is His faithfulness.
Joanne says
Congratulations! I am so happy for you! What a blessing to be a part of raising the next generation to serve and proclaim Jesus to a lost world!
Ruth A Rohrer says
Hadassah is adorable! Congratulations! As to a colicky firstborn…my first was also. And as to the other five children, they did not have it (well maybe the fourth had a little but compared to the first, it was nothing). Anyway, I was thankful it was the first when I didn’t have others competing for my time. It is a joy to follow your life journey! Keep trusting Him!
Mary Beth says
Congratulations! I heard a while back that you were pregnant and I wondered when the news would show up online. 🙂 Hadassah sure is a cutie, and I agree with you that she looks like a daddy’s girl. I’ve heard that often oldest daughters look like their dads, so it’s interesting to see that she does. Enjoy the baby snuggles; I don’t need to tell you that she won’t be little long!
Roberta Locke says
Congratulations on the beautiful baby girl! Hang in there even though in the midst of the sleepless nights it can be more challenging but they grow so fast cherish every moment! My daughter’s name is Hadassah Rose.
Beth says
Oh my goodness!! She is beautiful and so precious!! Congratulations!! Just a couple days ago I was using one of your recipes and I thought to myself, it’s been so long since I’ve seen anything of Brianna. I knew you were moving but now I totally understand how busy you’ve been. What an awesome gift from God!! Blessings on your wonderful family!
Becky Corrick says
Congratulations!
Annie says
Congratulations! Hadassah is a beautiful little girl, and that smile looks like she is ready to tackle the world! It sounds like you have had a verrrrry busy summer. Are you related to Lynette Yoder who does YouTube’s? I too grew up in Ohio and still miss the beautiful countryside. Enjoy your new location and all the baby snuggles. Happy Fall,
Briana Thomas Burkholder says
No, I’m not related to her that I know of, but perhaps we are distantly related.
Stephanie O. says
Congratulations! You have a beautiful family. It’s been a blessing following your journey over the last few years.
Carole McCarthy says
What a beautiful family, congratulations to you all….
Jennifer Elliott says
congratulations!!! She is beautiful!
Jan Ross says
Bri I am so happy for you and your husband on the birth of your baby girl Hadassah. I knew there was significance to her name or you wouldn’t have chosen it, and when I looked it up the meaning was the myrtle tree which is a symbol of recovery and establishment of God’s promises of abundance. Someday maybe you will give your readers your insight (if that’s not too personal) into why you selected that beautiful name. She is so precious and I know that you and your husband are so in love with her. It’s an immediate bond between you and your daughter, and a love stronger than anything that you can ever explain. She will always have a special place in your heart. Congratulations Bri.
Briana Thomas Burkholder says
Thank you, Jan! Yes, I plan to do a post sometime about her name meaning.
Sarah says
What?! You definitely know how to get to the point!!! 😂 Thank you for the update and CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! Hadassah is beautiful and you look so healthy and fantastic!! So excited for you all! I’ve been working through some of the recipes in your most recent cookbook and they have all been SO good!!! You always come through for me! I’m always telling my husband you are my THM BFF. 😂 He knows I just love you and your recipes so much! So thank you!!!!! ❤️
Kim says
Congratulations! She’s beautiful.
Judy says
Oh Congratulations! She’s such a cutie! And I must say I immediatly thought she looked like your husband! But I can definitely see features of both in her!😉 Good to hear you’re all doing well! May God bless you all!🤗
Jolene says
Congratulations! She is adorable.
Melissa George says
Congratulations! She is absolutely adorable!
Ann says
Oh my congrats and yes she is VERY expressive and alert. Beautiful.
Nancy M says
Congratulations!! She is beautiful. And wow, just wow all you were doing in the few weeks prior to her birth. I’m glad all is well and you are moved into your new home.
Melanie Currin says
I love her little name. God bless you both.
Mary-Stewart says
I’m so so happy for you! Congratulations!!! I can’t wait to here more as time allows. Blessings on this next phase of life !
Mary Kay says
Congratulations!!! What a wonderful (and adorable) blessing. Enjoy every precious moment!
Sheila says
Oh this is a bright news item! So happy for your blessing, this sweet Hadassah! To everything there is a season, and what a sweet season for your family. Your summer sounds intense…
Denise Wynn says
She’s BEAUTIFUL!! She will look different at each stage in her life, and every eye sees different too! My husband and I are always disagreeing on which parent our grandchildren resemble the most!! HA!!
Sounds like you are starting off great in your new location….enjoy every moment with her…and thank goodness for pictures!! Ours are 35, 33, 29 and 28. With 12 g’children! You will treasure memories forever with PRINTED pictures– be sure to do That!!
Briana Thomas Burkholder says
I totally agree – I already printed a batch for myself, the grandparents and great parents, and also have a photo album with copies for Hadassah when she’s older. 😊
Marla says
Oh my goodness, CONGRATULATIONS!!!! I am so happy for the two of you 🙂
She’s beautiful! (And I think she looks like Ryan)
Elise says
Congratulations! So very happy for you. She is absolutely adorable.
Dianne says
Wow! You sure can keep a secret! Didn’t know you were pregnant! Congratulations on baby and successful move!
Take care of yourself and Hadassah and Ryan! Love you!
Jeanne Jones says
Oh congratulations girl!! She is beautiful!! Enjoy mommying, it goes by so very fast.
#trainupachild
Cassie says
Congratulations! She is beautiful and I love her name!
Brenda says
Awe Congratulations! I thought it had been awhile since we heard from you! She is adorable!
Debra says
She is adorable. Congratulations to your family. Looks like she knows how to work a camera.
Briana Thomas Burkholder says
She does seem to be remarkably photogenic! But then I may be a bit biased…
Valerie Miller says
Congratulations!💜💜💜
Janice Chandonnet says
Congrats! She is so precious!
Sharyn Adams says
I am so happy for you two. You kept it a well guarded secret! She is a beautiful baby and has the cutest smile! Congratulations!
Cheryl says
If you ever announced you were pregnant, I missed it, but I had a strong feeling that you were earlier this year. I have this uncanny ability to tell when someone is (including me – I dreamt of my daughter in the days before I tested). In any case, she’s beautiful. Congrats!
Briana Thomas Burkholder says
Thank you! No, I never announced it. I didn’t want to feel pressured to post until our new routine was established. 😊
Gwen Gaillot says
Congratulations To you and your little family! Such a blessing! Hadassah is just adorable. Thanks for sharing the photos. I’ve been missing your blogs, but now I understand. I’d like to reassure you that things will settle down, but babies have a way of keeping things hopping. 🥰 God bless y’all!
Eileen J Kosloski says
Congratulatiions, she is just beautiful. Enjoy your time with her as a family. I’m so happy for you both.
Also, miss your posts and will look forward to anything you have time to write.
Debbie w says
Congrats!!!!!!! She’s precious!! You know, I’ve been wondering how y’all were doing since the move. I prayed for y’all. I’m glad she waited the 6 extra days- sounds like you needed it. My first baby was right after a devastating hurricane (we were fine) and he was late by 4 days- just after we got the power and water back on. I was miserable, but glad he didn’t come in the middle:)
Thank you for a wonderful update 🙂
Rachel says
Congratulations!!! She is adorable!
Beth says
Congratulations! What a joy and blessing!
I did wonder why you hadn’t posted in so long, but I highly encourage you to live by priority and don’t worry about answering every message or keeping up with many posts.
Lisa says
Congratulations!! She’s beautiful!!
Sarah says
Congratulations to you and your husband!!! She is absolutely adorable! May God continue to bless you both.
Michelle L. says
Oh my! I had to comment – she is adorable! No response needed! She looks like a perfect mx of both of you and that hand smocked dress – glorious!
Miriam Ellis says
She is beautiful!!!! Congratulations!!
Jennifer Britton says
Congratulations! So happy for you and your family!!
Kitty Pentecost says
You had a beautiful baby. God bless you and your sweet family. Congratulations!
Debbie says
Hadassah is beautiful! Congratulations and many blessings to you and your family.
Lizabeth Warren says
Wow! Congrats!
Sara Kaufman says
I was waiting on this blog post. Totally should have gone with the 20 lb loss in a month caption🤣🤣 she’s so cute! Your last few weeks of pregnancy almost gave me anxiety just reading it…glad you survived to tell the story and have the memories😉❤
Marilyn says
I forgot to say, she’s gorgeous!💕
Marilyn says
Congratulations! So happy for you all! I have missed your posts and certainly understand your absence. Enjoy every minute. As mom to an 18, 17 and 15 yr old, it’s true, they grow up way too fast! And as I am also in Ohio, we are so happy to have you here!❤️
Vicki L. says
Congratulations! Beautiful baby like her Mom. Thank you for posting pictures. Enjoy your sweet little one, time passes too quickly.
Debbie Cadeau says
She is absoulty beautiful; congratulations to all of you. Your family has been very blessed.
Barb Dueam says
Congratulations on your precious blessing! She is adorable!
Rebecca Borger says
Happiest congratulations! She looks so well tended and loved. Welcome Hadassah!!❤️