Hi, folks, Frema again. I've been home from the hospital for a few hours but couldn't get to the computer right away. Now, though, Kara is asleep, and I'm free to act as Molly's blogographer once again. Apologies in advance for the quality of some of these pictures.
Here's Molly shortly before receiving her spinal. She was nervous, to say the least, but tried to stay in good spirits.
Molly's boys were very excited to meet the newest member of their family.
Last shot as a family of four.
The Godmothers: Jack's godmother, Jenny; Marin's godmother, Mary; and KJ's godmother, Sarah/Sant
About 15 minutes after she was born. Welcome, sweet baby Marin!
Just look at that pretty face.
Everyone trying to sneak a peak of the baby.
The proud poppa and his new little princess.
A close up! See that hair?
Marin resting.
And now, the moment you've all been waiting for.
It wasn't until late this afternoon--around fourish--that Molly finally had Marin in her arms. It was a long wait for both of them.
Mother and daughter.
I left the hospital around five o'clock; Marin was sleeping soundly in the nursery (the nurses want to keep her there for a bit longer to monitor her breathing), and Molly was trying to get some rest. She'll be there until Sunday or Monday. Kevin will be with her, as will his laptop and Blackberry, so there's a chance you might hear from her personally if she's feeling up to it. If not, hopefully these pictures will tide you over until she's ready to return to the computer.
OK, now it's time to tell Molly how beautiful her baby girl is. Because she really, really is.
oh my! swooning and tears! she's gorgeous! congratulations Molly! Sniff her sweet head once for me. Okay, maybe 7 times.
Posted by: Alissa | September 05, 2008 at 08:40 PM
Awwww, babies are so wonderful!! She is gorgeous :-)
Posted by: Katie | September 05, 2008 at 08:45 PM
Congrats again Molly and family. She is absolutely gorgeous. Best of luck with your new baby!!
Posted by: Debbie | September 05, 2008 at 08:49 PM
Congratulations!! Marin is beautiful!
I'm so glad we got to see pictures - thanks to Frema for that! I've been checking the blog all day!!
Hope everyone is doing well!
Posted by: Michelle Z | September 05, 2008 at 08:58 PM
congrats! She's gorgeous!
Posted by: marilyn | September 05, 2008 at 09:00 PM
Sweetest congratulations on your beautiful daughter! And best wishes to the entire family!!
Posted by: H | September 05, 2008 at 09:00 PM
She is so sweet! I can tell from all the way over here that she is perfect.
Congrats again Family! What a wonderful day.
Posted by: Christina | September 05, 2008 at 09:04 PM
What a beauty! And what wonderful pictures! (cry cry cry) Congrats to the whole family. The mother daughter shot is amazing.
Thanks, Frema, for the great updates!
Posted by: Jen L. | September 05, 2008 at 09:12 PM
CONGRATULATIONS! She's beautiful, you're beautiful, it's all beautiful! Well done, Molly, well done!
Posted by: Becca | September 05, 2008 at 09:15 PM
Congratulations!!! You have a beautiful family, and she is adorable.
Posted by: Jennifer | September 05, 2008 at 09:25 PM
Oh Yay! Thanks so much for posting pics so quick! I didn't tear up till I saw the first pic of Mommy and baby - just the most spectacular moment ever.
Must get a Kleenex now. :)
Posted by: BetteJo | September 05, 2008 at 09:35 PM
Oh my. How wonderful. Great photos Frema. Molly you look beautiful. I bet the boys are over the moon. Love the shot of Kevin and Marin. Of course my favorite is mom and baby. Does she look a bit like Jack? What a special family. Sleep well.
Posted by: debi | September 05, 2008 at 09:43 PM
Congrats! :) Love the pics, and Marin is beautiful!
Posted by: Kelly | September 05, 2008 at 09:45 PM
I'm glad I'm not the only one crying over my computer - such beautiful pictures! Way to go, Molly. What a wonderful adventure you have ahead of you with your precious girl. And thanks, Frema, for the pictures (I can go to sleep now!).
Posted by: Stacey | September 05, 2008 at 09:57 PM
Congratulations! Thank you for sharing the beautiful pictures. She's beautiful. I love the last picture.
Posted by: Erica | September 05, 2008 at 10:10 PM
Aww, she's so pretty! Congratulations Molly and family!
And thank you, Frema, for keeping us updated and providing photos!
Posted by: debra | September 05, 2008 at 10:17 PM
Precious, precious, precious!!!!
Welcome Marin!
KJ and Jack: No doubt you will be awesome big brothers.
Congrats to all of you.
Posted by: Annette | September 05, 2008 at 10:21 PM
Aaaaw! Marin's adorable just like her big brothers. Congratulations to the family of five!
Posted by: ann | September 05, 2008 at 10:21 PM
Congratulations Molly! Wow, mother and daughter...doesn't that sound so nice? I have tears in my eyes right now. She is so beautiful. You did it! You made it through 3 C-sections! You should be very proud of this beautiful family. Love, Jen
Posted by: Jenny Bolz | September 06, 2008 at 12:33 AM
Congratulations! Both of you look beautiful. Welcome, Marin!
Posted by: Bunny | September 06, 2008 at 06:37 AM
Oh Happy Day! Congratulations! She is beautiful. I hope your recovery is quick!
Posted by: Angela | September 06, 2008 at 07:05 AM
She looks perfect! Congrats Molly and family! Welcome to the world, little Marin!
Posted by: Jessi | September 06, 2008 at 07:32 AM
Oh tears of JOY!! Molly-that first pic of you and Marin is PRICELESS! Can't wait to see more of all three of your beautiful babies together. Sniff her little baby head for me! Congrats to you all!
Posted by: Lizarita | September 06, 2008 at 11:12 AM
Congratulations! Your whole family is beautiful!!!
Posted by: Sarah | September 06, 2008 at 03:59 PM
Yay! She's absolutely perfect! Congrats!
Posted by: glamgranola | September 06, 2008 at 04:40 PM
HOW BEAUTIFUL!!! MOM AND BABY!!! What fun the family of 5 is going to have now. Thanks Frema for updating...wow, I'm bawling my eyes out...such memories.
Posted by: CPA Mom | September 06, 2008 at 05:05 PM
So beautiful! Congratulations!
Posted by: SJ | September 06, 2008 at 06:49 PM
Absolutely perfect in every way!
Can't wait to see more pictures up here. I think we got some great ones, especially with KJ!
Love you Baby Marin!
Auntie Jenny
Posted by: Jenny | September 07, 2008 at 08:36 AM
What a wonderful addition to your family. Marin is beautiful and will most likely be spoiled by her brothers -- and dad. Looking forward to seeing her when you guys go up to Cindy's for another get-together.
Posted by: tish | September 07, 2008 at 08:39 AM
Congratulations!
Posted by: KARA! | September 07, 2008 at 02:25 PM
Happy Belated Birthday Marin! She is absolutely beautiful, God bless her and all of you.
Posted by: Megryansmom | September 07, 2008 at 10:56 PM
Congrats! she is so very precious! cant wait to meet her! =)
Posted by: Tina | September 08, 2008 at 02:12 AM
Congrats Molly! She's a beauty..
Posted by: bubblewench | September 08, 2008 at 05:59 AM
Hi Molly, I've been following your blog for ages and just want to say many, many congratulations on the safe arrival of your beautiful daughter.
Posted by: Nikki | September 08, 2008 at 08:06 AM
Molly, she is gorgeous!! And, you look amazing too!! Congratulations again on your new baby girl!!
I can't wait to see more pictures and watch her grow!!
Posted by: Rachel | September 08, 2008 at 08:50 AM
Well done. She is perfect and just so precious. I love being able to look at a picture and see the love in a mother's eyes. What a beautiful and perfect little family. Congrats again to everyone!
Posted by: Hilary | September 08, 2008 at 09:03 AM
She is gorgeous! Congratulations! Yeah!
Posted by: Lisa @ Boondock Ramblings | September 08, 2008 at 10:23 AM