Hi everyone. I have created this blog so that our family and friends can keep up with our newest addition, Avi Grace Anthony. We had a healthy, sweet baby girl on Wednesday, September 12, 2007, at 8:35 a.m. She weighed in at 7 pounds 9 ounces and was 20 inches long! She is beautiful, and we thank God every moment for a healthy pregnancy, delivery and sweet baby girl.
First things first: We are calling her Avi Grace (double name), and Avi is pronounced like this: "Ahhvee," with a short A sound. I had no idea that the pronunciation of her first name would be such a challenge!
Because so many people have asked, Avi is not a family name, but rather somewhat of a tribute to Avi Grace's big brother, Austin, our angel watching over his little sister from heaven. Dr. Avi Katz was Austin's primary nephrologist at Children's Hospital in Birmingham, AL. We chose Avi not only because we liked the name, but also because we wanted to remember Austin and honor Dr. Katz.
We got home from the hospital Saturday, September 15. The first night home was overwhelming...she wanted to eat every hour and a half! I was already sleep deprived, but we made it! The past several nights have been much better, and we both feel more rested!
So, I will periodically update the blog so you can keep up with Avi Grace if you are interested! We are doing great! Hope all of you are doing well!
Love,
Kelli
Kelli,
ReplyDeleteYou do not know how happy I am for you and Drew. I cried and cried especially when I saw that you named her in honor of Austin and Dr. Katz. That touched my heart so deeply.
Congratulations!
Kelli,
ReplyDeleteI saw Avi Grace's birth announcement at my parents' house (she's beautiful!)and i saw that you had a blog! I can't wait to see her in person. I'll be sure to check your blog often!
Laura Tomlinson
www.lauratomlinson.blogspot.com
Hi! It's Tammie Ferguson. You may not remember me but I was a student in your Copy and Layout class in 2004, I think. lol. I'm just stopping by to say hello and congratulate you on your precious blessing. My husband and I have two of our own. Take care and God bless!
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