Photography Blog Update

My first wedding photoshoot with a couple I didn't know before the wedding. It was a "word of mouth" booking, which was quite exciting indeed! Luke and Jessica were a wonderful couple to photograph. Of course, what couple on their wedding day ISN'T? :) The wedding was also my first "non-Iowa" photoshoot, as well. I enjoyed every snap of the day! This bride was certainly glowing and her man was adoring her all day! Those so-in-love couples are so fun to shoot - they make the photos come to life! Thank you Luke and Jess for allowing me to capture your special day!

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Everyday Josefine

Looking for pictures of our little Josefine?

Check out her blog! I try to post pictures daily!

Here is one of my favorites of Papa and Josefine! Oh, I could just kiss them both! ;)

Who is the Newborn Here?

So, we have a newborn in the house. Joyful occasion. Beautiful moments. Continual adjustements! I feel like the newborn here!

I asked Jim to tell me what he would compare this new experience to.

He answered, "It's like being a juggler, and adding one more ball."

I suggested what kind of ball that might be, "A bowling ball?"

He nodded his head, laughed and asked me what I would compare this experience to.

"I feel like there were two new people born on June 29th. Josefine and me. I feel so NEW at this...just as new as she probably feels in the outside world. I feel like a different person somedays, and not always because I want to be, but because I have to be. It's very unusual, but I'm thankful for it."

Pregnancy Diaries: Welcome Josefine!

She's Here!

Josefine Adelaide Engle

June 29

5:17 pm

7 pounds 15.7 ounces

2o inches long

Another random piece of information for the curious at heart:

I overheard the nurse telling Dr. that her umbilical cord was 44 cm long. And I just couldn't resist including that in Josefine's stats. I mean, seriously, it's been her lifeline for, like, 9 mos!

Anyway...on a more serious note.

It's been nearly 2 weeks now since she was born...just haven't found the time to blog. Most of my time is spent feeding, changing, adjusting, healing, etc. You get the picture. It's been a whirlwind, let me tell you. It's hard to believe she's really ours! But, the "new normal" (as Nurse Kristy would say) of it all is finally settling in. It's humbling. Truly. My prayer life has encountered a whole new level of desperation and dependance on God. I haven't felt such a need for His wisdom and guidance since...well, since my decision to trust Him for my salvation.

We are already praying this way for our little girl - that she would see her need for Jesus Christ as her Savior. But, we are also praying that she would sleep well, eat well, and grow strong physically, emotionally and spiritually. Pray with us along these lines. We need it! We're all learning here (all 3 of us)!

Oh, and if you're interested I have a blog set up for Josefine now, too. It's called "Everyday Josefine" and it will include a picture and short caption everyday about life with Josefine. I need to play catch-up first. I have almost 2 weeks of pictures and captions to post. "Everyday Josefine" is mainly a blog for our far away family and friends to get to see and stay up-to-date with our little Josefine. But, all are welcome, of course!