once again, in true King fashion (along with a big snow), Kristie and I made our way to the hospital this morning. braving sloppy roads and lousy drivers, we traversed the dangerous St. Louis highways to arrive on time for our 9am appointment.

the suspense was fantastic. we were both so excited to find out what we were having. Dr. Knight was going to let me call it when the baby was born! she was going to hold up the baby’s bottom and i had to tell what it was. she said “you have to get it right!” that’s a big job. 50/50 chance there.

we were admitted quickly. much faster than last year. the pre-op was fairly uneventful, aside from the usual dislike of needles and soon we were on our way to the operating room. the c-section went very well. they said that Kristie looked great and there should be no problems in the future. when they pulled the baby out, sure enough, Dr. Knight put that bottom right up there and… it was a GIRL! another beautiful girl! except that this one has a ton of dark hair on her head!Ansley2Ansley Lorene King, 7lbs 4oz, 20in.

she looks so much like me. it’s awesome! i was wondering when i was going to get some jeans in there.

so, here is our new family. we’re hanging in there and looking forward to all the changes this brings.  there are more pictures under the King Team heading above.

King Team

Blessed are you O God, who creates such beauty as a newborn child. We praise you for Kristie’s health, for no complications during surgery, and for Ansley’s health. Thank you that Caleb is in love with Ansley and that Emmry is curious as well. Thank you for the gift of life that you have given to us today! You are wonderful God. Continue to give us peace and patience.