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Whole World, Meet Zoe

At 12:06pm today Zoe Shelmet was born weighing in at 8lbs 8 ozs and measuring 21 inches. This from a baby who was supposed to be in the high 6's in weight. Being there for the birth was just as indescribable as everyone said it would be. There really aren't words that capture it. The only thing I know is that I have made some pretty awesome things in my life, but Zoe, by far, is the most amazing.

So I have officially been a father for 11 hours now and I still don't know that it has fully sunk in. We really get to take this little miracle home with us? Seriously? I mean, just look at her!

You can take a look at some more pictures on my Flickr page in Zoe's collection.

Finally, to all our family and friends, I just have one thing to say: thank you. I cannot even begin to enumerate all of the love and support we have already received. From phone calls and text messages to e-mails and visits. I couldn't be happier that Zoe will have so many wonderful people in her life. From our family to all of you, lots of hugs and kisses. We'll see you all soon.

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  1. AnonymousMarch 16, 2012 at 12:01 PM

    She is beautiful! Congratulations, Cheryl and Mike!
    Love, Aunt Cele

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