2 minutes old (Don't judge, she just came out of a very cramped space. And don't worry, her head isn't that shape any more)

45 minutes later. Much better.

2 weeks old:

3 weeks old:

(We teach 'em to read early here at the Cox house.)

Pics

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Hi! This is Matt. I can blog.


This is me and Lily. She's small...





This is Liz's arm and Lily:

This is Lily sleeping:

This is her...still sleeping....




My thoughts on being a dad: you would think with all the sleeping infants do that the parents would get some sleep too.
Apparently not the case...

And her name is...

Lily Ruth Cox

More pictures to come.

Surprise!

Baby Girl Cox

Born: September 30, 2009 at 7:39 pm

Weight: 6 lbs. 2 Oz.

Length: 20 in.

Yes, she was 3 weeks early, but all's well. I went into labor at about 4:00 am on Wednesday, and went to see my doctor around 3:00 pm to see if it was really real. I was indeed in labor, and he did a quick ultrasound and discovered that she had turned since the last appointment and was now a footling breach. Since I was already in labor we couldn't wait to see if she'd turn on her own, so we were rushed to labor and delivery for a C-Section and now she is here! Mom and baby are both doing well. No name yet, but we have it down to 2 choices (I think) and we'll let you know as soon as we do. We think she is beautiful. Matt is the best Daddy and Husband. I'll post again soon with more details!

Singing at the World Series

A few weeks ago I was invited to sing at the Babe Ruth World Series. This was the 13 year-old division and was held at Ken Price field in my home town, Murray Utah. I sang the National Anthem, and America the Beautiful. I was a little nervous because I haven't had a formal performance since I sang the National Anthem at my graduation 2 years ago. I mean, I had performed in church, but that doesn't count. I started practicing about a week before to get my voice up and running. It felt great to sing again, and to have a reason to really practice. It was broadcast on ESPN, so I am now famous.

They had a photographer there so I got these pictures.

In case you were wondering, the circle on my back pocket (not that you should be looking), is just my pitch pipe. Don't worry, I'm not a chewer.