Given Gina and I are not practicing Christians, we’ve had a few late night and early morning feedings where we talk about how and what we want to bring forth this time of year for our girls. The belief in Santa and consumerism don’t feel right for us (though the story of St. Nick and the spirit of his giving… yes). So, what will we share each December with our girls as they grow? Generosity, love, family, the magic of the darkness and the return to light… oooh, and twinkle lights. We must celebrate the beauty of twinkle lights. So, with all that in mind and heart, we wish all of you, our family and friends, a very Merry Christmas.
With a bit of irony, given this is the time of year some people celebrate the birth of Jesus, I figure it’s a fine day to share the gift of witnessing our girls’ birth with you. Calliope is born first, Genevieve second (G is who you will see at the very end). The voice you hear other than Gina’s is our Midwife, Catherine. Without further adieu, enjoy.
P.S. Prepare for happy tears.
Love, love,
Regina, Gina, Calliope (Baby A- born first) and Genevieve (Baby B)
Gina and I just before the birth.
Gina with babes just a few hours after their birth.
Calliope's little hand wrapped around R's finger- 12 days old.
Genevieve in the Moby-- she LOVES being this close and would stay here 24/7 if she could.
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