We were all at ease as we went in and out of Amy's room keeping her company until labor was induced. Once she was induced it took her only a couple of hours to really begin progressing. The hour before the epidural was pretty rough...I distinctly remember one instance when Amy told me I should never try this myself and to "keep adopting!!" Post-epidural, however, was smooth sailing. Once we got the okay that she was fully dilated Amy was ready to go! It took only 8 minutes of pushing before Lucy entered the world - go Amy!!! She was seriously superwoman! Of course I was in tears when I first saw her sweet face and then had the honor of being the first one to hold her (Amy's request : ). I will never forget the moment Joey was able to come in just a few minutes later...his eyes were searching the room for her and as soon as he spotted her he broke down too. We were so overwhelmed with joy. And as Joey said, "when I held her for the first time - I knew she was mine."
So...the details...
Lucy Joanna Maxon - 12:08pm - 7 pounds, 6 ounces - 20 1/2 inches
The entire rest of the day was truly a gift. We spent it all together - me, Joey, Amy, her parents, and Lucy. Amy enjoyed holding Lucy from time to time but it made my heart overflow seeing that her true joy was in watching me and Joey with our new baby girl. Later in the day when I had been holding her for a while I asked Amy if she wanted a turn. "No," she said, "I'm okay. I really like watching you with her." Our "Amy Jo" - what an angel she has been to us...
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I'm in tears of joy! I'm so glad it all went well and that you were able to be there. What a blessing Amy is. I am amazed at the way she seems to be handling everything. She is so strong...stronger than I can imagine ever being. I'll pray for the rest of the process to go as smoothly and can't wait for you three to get home! Congrats Mama and Daddy!
*Tears of Joy* Congratulations Elizabeth and Joey, we are so happy for you! And welcome to the world Lucy Jo I can't wait to meet you.
I'll be praying for you guys tonight, that your first night together will be sweet and easy and that God will comfort Amy tonight.
Yayyyyy!
Yea yea yea Congrats!! We are so excited to meet the newest Tiger!! Please know we love you all and are so happy for you all. You will be in our thoughts and prayers!! Thank God for a healthy delivery and for brace Amy!!
Love you!! Julie, George, Wyatt, and Elle
The entire Indian Land family is beaming. We're so thankful for Amy, her parents and the doctors who delivered this wonderful blessing into your hands. We're all praying that things go well the next few days and the trip home is safe. God is truly good. I love you all! Aunt Linda
Welcome Lucy!!! She is beautiful! You are so loved already! I absolutely love the photo's, Amy is an awesome girl. I am sure she feels peace knowing that she has found the 2 greatest people in the world to love Lucy. I can't wait to see Mommy and Daddy in action, as I am certain that it will come very easily to you both. I call dibs on being your first baby-sitter! Such an amazing day, so glad that we could follow along. Love to you all.
Amy
{tear . smile . tear!!}what a sweet gift! and a precious welcoming this new one had into this world! xxooooxxx eph 3:20
Elizabeth and Joey - Thank the Lord for your blessing with Lucy! We are SO happy for you and the growth of your family!!! We can't wait to meet Lucy!! Please call if there is anything you need when you come home! WE LOVE ALL 3 OF YOU!!! :):)
What an amazing faith journey and testimony for a life time. We are so thankful for the many ways in which God has blessed each person throughout this process. Praise God for Amy and her family and for the healthy delivery of a precious little girl. We eagerly await the opportunity to meet her!
Leigh Ann Wong
:::big huge crocodile tears::: Oh, what a precious gift you have recieved!!! She is SO BEAUTIFUL!!! We are all so happy for you and love you so much!!!
We will be praying that the peace and comfort you have all been in continues as each of you head out on separate roads of your journey from here. Praise God for His faithfulness and His Love!!!
Hugs to all of you!
Lizzy, Joey, and Lucy,
DJ and I are here writing this and we are excited to hear about Lucy's homecoming! DJ says "I hope you have a good time with Lucy."
Liz, thank you so much for sharing this experience with us. What courage you have! What joy you must feel, to recieve a true gift from the Lord.
Yea God!
Kisha & DJ
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