💙 Welcome to the world, Baby Luke 💙
What a week it’s been. At 9:44 AM on 11/24/2019 (promptly, on his due date) my sweet, 8 lb 9 oz son Luke arrived.
I am so, so in love, sometimes it feels like my heart can’t even handle it.
I wish I had some cute, professional, adorably-staged photos to share with you, but even though he’s been here for over a week I haven’t quite found the time to make that happen. So instead I have unpolished iPhone pictures to share . Fortunately I already have hundreds and hundreds of those.
Zach and I ended up going to the hospital late last Saturday night because my blood pressure was high (even though I have no history of high blood pressure and it had otherwise had been perfect through the whole pregnancy).
The doctor decided it would be safest to induce, and after 8 hours of labor (4 of those hours were pushing!) sweet Luke Ryan Merritt made his way into the world.
Zach and I are home now and are so, so in love with this perfect little boy.
Fortunately, I had posts scheduled to go out so you’ve still been seeing my new recipes even though I was in the hospital and have been less than productive sitting on the couch, soaking up this time with my baby boy.
I have more recipes scheduled out between now and January so that I can enjoy some time with Luke as well as recovering and adjusting.
I’ll still be around, answering comments and otherwise working on the blog, but I worked really hard these past few months to have posts (and videos) scheduled in advance so that I’d be able to take a mini maternity leave. I think you’ll really enjoy what I have planned.
I almost didn’t share this photo. It’s a pretty personal one; Zach took it shortly after delivery and I was a complete mess (it took me almost an hour to eventually comb the knots out of my hair, I don’t even know how they got there). But it was one of the best moments of my life and my heart has never been so full.
Thanks for letting me share these sweet moments with you. Back to the recipes tomorrow!
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Jane
You look beautiful and he is perfect. Congrats!
Lisa
Congratulations Sam! There’s nothing like motherhood 🥰. I was due after you but I developed preeclampsia and had my baby girl the day before you! I’m loving this time of year with a sweet snuggly newborn to cuddle with. Enjoy this precious time with your sweet boy, he’s adorable!
Sam
I am glad to hear you and your baby girl are doing well now, Lisa! I agree, this is the best time of year to have a newborn. Enjoy your time with your daughter as well! <3
Kim
Congratulation on your new little blessing! Soak up every minute of it! 🙂
Jennifer
Congratulations! What a blessing. He is just perfect.
Judie Dugas
So very happy for you and your beautiful family! Your baby Luke is a precious gift. Enjoy your journey together and may it be full of health, love and happiness! Congratulations 🎉
Sam
Thank you so much, Judie! 🙂
Cheryl
He is so beautiful and precious, and a wonderful gift from God. They grow so quickly, you don’t want to miss anything! Thank you for sharing the picture of you and Luke. It’s a beautiful picture of mother and son bonding right after birth. Take care And enjoy your bundle of joy💙💙♥️♥️
Sam
Thank you, Cheryl!
Diana Dsouza Udani
Congratulations Sam,
The baby is so adorable. Take care and enjoy your time with the baby.
Regards,
Diana
Maxine
He is so perfect!! CONGRATS!! Just enjoy your time with him…it will go by so fast. We will be here for you, your “baby” will be gone in a blink.
Sam
Thank you, Maxine! I can’t even believe it’s been a week already, time is flying already!
Helen J Coffman
Congratulations. Your new love is so handsome. Best wishes to your family. Such a sweet Christmas gift.
Pam
Congratulations to you, your husband and beautiful baby Luke! Love the look in your dog’s eyes.
Sam
Thank you, Pam! The dogs just love him, makes my heart so full <3
Elizabeth Trugman
Dear Sam
Thanks for keeping all of us informed. Not to worry about sending recipes or blogging. We all know how exhausting it is to bring a new baby home and doing everything for Luke. Plus you do all this with little or no sleep. I am thrilled for you all. He’s a real cutie! Congratulations!!
Sam
Thank you so much, Elizabeth! <3
susan
Absolutely gorgeous
Marilyn Barnhart
Congratulations! The pictures are perfect and he is beautiful (you both are)!
Candace Atkins
Little Luke looks about as happy as his mom. Lucky little boy to have such a loving family — including the pup! Just adorable. Thank you for sharing.
Sam
Thank you so much, Candace! 🙂
Shelli
Congrats, you and your family are wonderful!