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Saturday, September 15, 2012

Special Delivery!!!!!!

On September 12 we had a special delivery.  Not a box from UPS, or a package from FedEx, but something even better.  
We have been waiting such a long time for this very special delivery to arrive.


 This package was tiny,  19 -1/2 inches long, and didn't weigh much, 7 pounds 10 ounces to be exact.  It was soft and pink and smelled oh so nice. There was a big fuss upon it's arrival, people hovering over to make sure it arrived in good condition, and everyone trying to get a little peek to see what it looked like. 
It was very fragile, although the packaging didn't specifically say so. We already knew we must handle this package with care!
We thought it would never arrive. We waited and waited, and of all the crazy things - the stork is the one who finally came through!
Yes, she has arrived.  My 4th grandchild. Our little Ellianna.  Most of us will probably call her Ellie.  They were considering the name Julianna, and of course I was going to call her Julie, but after meeting her, my son and daughter-in-law decided that Ellianna suited her.  And I believe it does.  

As I held her in my arms and gently kissed her soft little chubby cheek, I wondered . . .  Who will you look like?  She already looks so much like her brother when he was born so I  have a pretty good idea. Will you be a happy child or a fussy baby?  Will you be as stubborn as your daddy and drive your parents crazy? (Trust me, that would be well-deserved payback.)  Will you be quiet, serious, studious, and cautious?  Or will you be bubbly, chatty, happy, and carefree?  Will you love math and science, or will you love to create and draw and spend hours crafting?  (I'm crossing my fingers and already planning her little spot in my sewing room.)

 My sweet little Ellie, I love you already. Actually, I loved you before you even got here. . . someday you will understand that.  Your grandma wishes you joy, happiness, health, and a lifetime filled with wonderful moments, people, and memories.  I thank you, Mr. Stork, for bringing us this very special delivery. 


Special thanks to Meri for the wonderful vintage images.
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33 comments:

  1. Zaanse ZolderSeptember 15, 2012 at 9:34 AM

    Oooooh such a sweety ! Congratulations an I wish you lots of joy with your granddaughter!
    x Sylvia

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  2. vintage greySeptember 15, 2012 at 9:45 AM

    Congratulations Julie!! She is so precious and a true blessing!! I adore her beautiful name! Have a wonderful weekend! xo Heather

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  3. busymarthaSeptember 15, 2012 at 10:44 AM

    I loved reading this post Julie! Congratulations, 4 grandchildren, wow!

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  4. JulieSeptember 15, 2012 at 2:24 PM

    Congratulations, Julie. She is absolutely darling! I'm sure you'll have a wonderful time cuddling your newest granddaughter.


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  5. AnonymousSeptember 15, 2012 at 3:16 PM

    Aw, congrats, Julie! Now we both have 4!
    Ellianna is a very sweet name.
    I've never heard it before.
    Enjoy! ♥

    BTW, I just love your cute header. :)

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  6. My Vintage MendingSeptember 15, 2012 at 3:33 PM

    Congratulations. This is such a wonderful gift. She is such a blessing...Enjoy every minute...smiles..Renee

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  7. ImagiMeriSeptember 15, 2012 at 4:10 PM

    Congratulations all around, what a beauty! That name is so amazing, it sounds so old fashioned.....I love it.

    Get lot's of sleep, I have a feeling you're gonna' be hogging all the time with the new little one.

    Hugs,
    Meri

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  8. MelanieSeptember 15, 2012 at 4:34 PM

    Congrats to a very super proud and excited Grandma !
    I am so happy for you and reading your beautiful tribute to your newest little cherub made me smile. She looks so beautiful ! I'd be tipping that she would love her own little spot in your crafting room next to her beautiful Grandma. Enjoy every second of her Julie xo

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  9. UnknownSeptember 15, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    What a wonderful package , congratulations !

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  10. UnknownSeptember 15, 2012 at 6:53 PM

    How wonderful, don't you just adore that stork???? I hope someday he sends me a package like yours....so happy for all of you! Sandy

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  11. Erica of Golden Egg VintageSeptember 16, 2012 at 11:45 AM

    So sweet! Congrats on your new baby Ellie! :)
    Erica

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  12. Sherry from AlabamaSeptember 16, 2012 at 2:57 PM

    Congratulations, little Ellie is precious! My very first grandbaby was born Sept 8. Hope you come by my blog to meet her when you get a chance. I just posted her introductory picture. :) I'm so happy to be able to now join the Grandma Club! It is indeed GRAND, isn't it?

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  13. Estelle Grace TudorSeptember 17, 2012 at 4:41 AM

    Oh what a lovely post! Ellianna is such a beautiful name, perfect for such a lovely baby!

    Many congratulations to you and your family!

    Hugs, Estelle xx

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  14. LBPSeptember 17, 2012 at 5:56 AM

    Congratulations! She is just adorable!

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  15. TresaSeptember 17, 2012 at 7:15 AM

    Ellie is just precious! And so is her big brother. Congratulations!!!

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  16. tammieleeSeptember 17, 2012 at 9:04 AM

    Congratulations!! I also got a special delivery this week, her name is Claira Mae and was 8 lbs and 7 oz! Grammie is so happy!!

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  17. Little Susie Home MakerSeptember 17, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    My goodness, that is a precious package indeed! Welcome, Ellie! What a beautiful baby, and such a proud big brother! Oh, joy!! Congratulations to all. May you all be blessed with your new addition to your family!
    Blessings,
    Susie

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  18. donnaSeptember 17, 2012 at 7:08 PM

    Julie she is gorgeous. Oh so sweet and what a beautiful name.
    Hugs
    donna

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  19. The Cottage Market {Andrea} ♥September 18, 2012 at 3:41 AM

    CONGRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAATS my friend! This is so fabulous...wonderful...exciting and JOYFUL!!!!!!!! WELCOME TO THE WORLD LITTLE ELLIE!!!!!! may your stay here be filled with wonderment...love...joy...faith...health...curiosity...compassion and a generous heart! sending hugs to you all!!!! I LOVE GOOD NEWS!!!!! : ) hope to hear from you some time soon! : )

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  20. retrorevival.bizSeptember 18, 2012 at 8:25 AM

    Oh, I'm so happy for you and your family, Julie! She's beautiful! How exciting:) I can only imagine all the sweet love you're going to shower upon this child.

    ~Cindy

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  21. Jenny's HeartSeptember 18, 2012 at 8:43 PM

    Lucy,
    She is a beauty and just perfect.
    Fred and I are tickled pink for you and Ricky.
    Love YOU!
    Ethel

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  22. Holly Loves ArtSeptember 19, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    Thanks so much for visiting my blog! Huge congrats on your new little addition to the family!

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  23. 20 North OraSeptember 19, 2012 at 8:52 PM

    How precious!! A little gift from Heaven. Congratulations.

    Judy

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  24. Yesteryear EmbroideriesSeptember 20, 2012 at 6:40 AM

    She is beautiful! I love her name. So happy for you! Congratulations!

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  25. Yesteryear EmbroideriesSeptember 20, 2012 at 6:41 AM

    Such a sweet little one! So happy for your blessings! Congratulations!

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  26. Dorothy Prudie VintageSeptember 20, 2012 at 11:19 AM

    Ahhh congratulations. What a doll she is.

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  27. AnonymousSeptember 20, 2012 at 12:07 PM

    Awww, welcome, welcome, sweet Ellianna, and congratulations to grandma and all loved ones. Many blessings indeed!
    Much love,
    Marcia

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  28. janice15September 20, 2012 at 3:32 PM

    O my such a sweet little bundle for such..Blessings my dear...Congratulations ...I love here name as well...Hugs..

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  29. Chenille CottageSeptember 21, 2012 at 3:46 AM

    Darling little Ellie is so beautiful! Congratulations, Grammy!You are going to have sooo much fun sewing up pretty little dresses for her.
    We are waiting anxiously for our third grandbaby to be born in January. He is the first for our youngest son and his wife.
    Blessings and God's tender loving care to you and yours,
    Carolynn

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  30. Chenille CottageSeptember 21, 2012 at 10:48 PM

    Hi Julie,
    How very thoughtful you were with your kind comment on my "Mama's Little Helper" post! Thank you so much.
    I wanted to get back to you right away so you would have some time to find the reproduction 30s prints. Yes, they are available at several quilt shops throughout the country. The line is called Aunt Grace's and there is another line by a designer called Darlene Zimmerman. If you have a quilt shop in your town I would recommend calling them and asking them if they carry these reproduction prints. If you find that a quilt shop in your area doesn't...there's the internet. The line is constantly changing and there are endless prints, colors and patterns being offered. The fabric in quilt shops costs more than Joanns or Hancocks. It's a much better quality with a softer, better thread count.
    I hope this helps my sweet friend,
    Blessings and hugs to your new little grandbaby girl.
    Carolynn xoxo

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  31. Hearts TurnedSeptember 22, 2012 at 2:52 PM

    Hi Julie!

    Don't know how I haven't found you before today--looks like we have many of the same friends!

    Congratulations on your precious new grandbaby! What a joy...haven't had that privilege yet--my girls are still a bit young, but I look forward to it when the time is right!

    I'll be following along...wishing you the most wonderful weekend!

    Julie

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  32. JoyefulSeptember 26, 2012 at 8:55 AM

    Hi Julie! It's lovely to meet you :) I'm so new at quilting but I've always adored quilts and especially ones from the 30s and 40s--what amazingly beautiful fabric they had (and most were flour sacks at that!)

    Congrats on your newest grandbaby!!!

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  33. CherylSeptember 27, 2012 at 8:17 PM

    What a stunning baby! That photo of the little boy holding her is sweet. I can tell the mother is keeping a "hand" on the "holding"...oh so precious!
    Happiness surely surrounds you!

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