At 11:02 pm on June 23rd, Holly and I welcomed our son Riley Joshua into the world. I can speak for both of us when I say it was the most unbelievable experience of our lives. We cried, we laughed, and we sat in awe of God's creation. What an amazing gift life is! I am so thankful for my wife and all of the hard work she endured. We are thankful for our friends and family who showered us with prayer throughout the evening. At this moment, I have never been more thankful to God for his love, grace, and blessings.
Riley came about three weeks early, and for good reason. He tipped the scales at 8 pounds 2 ounces, and is 21 inches long. The nurses keep saying they have never seen a baby born 3 weeks early that is as big as him. (I think someone's math was off!) He has a full head of hair and is working hard at eating.
Holly and Riley are sleeping and we can't wait to be able to share Riley with our friends and family in the weeks to come.
May the Lord Jesus bless you wherever you are...we give Him glory and honor for the gift of life
Josh (Dad)
6 comments:
Woo Hoo!! He's here...
Josh, this is your cousin Ashley. I hope you don't mind me enjoying your blog. I have one too as it is fun documenting life's journey. CONGRATULATIONS on Riley! He is precious!! I am glad all is doing well. Hope to keep in contact with you.
I am so excited for you guys!!! I am so glad everyone is doing good too.
Hi Josh! (I don't know if you remember me, but I'm a friend of Holly's from highschool) Riley is so handsome- congrats to you guys! You're going to have so much fun with that little guy!
Congratulations Josh and Holly! We hope you have a great time getting to know your new Baby!
With love from the Birch's
I LOVE IT!! Riley was born on our wedding anniversary! I can't wait to hear the whole story. Love you all! :)
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