Our newest heroine

Remember yesterday when I said things were busy around here?

Well, mostly they were busy at the hospital where a certain little girl was on her way to being born.

Our second granddaughter and newest heroine -- Ellie -- arrived at a little after 1 a.m. this morning.

Her mom and dad are exhausted. Her other grandparents are exhausted. These grandparents are exhausted. Even the dog is stressed.

Not Ellie.

As you can tell, Ellie seems perfectly content, snuggled in Dad's arms.

It feels almost like the coda, that last scene at the end of a happily ever after book -- the arrival of a baby, a promise of joy to come.

And it is -- but in another way it's a brand-new beginning.

Welcome to the world, Ellie! We're so glad you're here.