She's a darling little one, and very lively, enjoying any opportunity to move around. It fills me with wonder and awe to watch this little life before me, soaking in all of the world around her. As my Grandma and I watched her moving around on the couch in her apartment, we got to talking about how amazing and precious the life of a new baby is. How incredible to think that we all started life this way, helpless, unsure of what to make of the world around us, and in a position to want nothing more than love and care.
Grandma remarked how fun it is just to watch her, saying that she could do it for hours. I couldn't agree more. I was sorry when it was time for me to leave, because I was so enjoying being in Ava's presence. Just having a baby around gives a whole new perspective on life, God's great gift to us humans.
As lively as she is, she was very mellow while we had lunch in the Savoy Room at my Grandma's residence, even sleeping a little bit. It was kind of a notable juxtaposition, to see this young life at a residence for people in their Golden Years.
I can't help but think that I can mark the passage of time since my graduation from Valparaiso University by Ava's age, as she was born just over three weeks after that momentous day for me.
As we were having lunch, Melissa was explaining that Ava is my second cousin once removed, and she would be the first cousin of any children I have. It seems like there should be a way to simplify how I describe my relationship with Ava. I'll mull over it a bit, and come up with a single word. For now, all I can say is that I am very delighted to have met Ava. And I couldn't feel more glad for her parents. Greg and Melissa have been so happy being in a relationship ever since high school. It's now such a joy for me to see them with their child. In the spirit of Prince George's birthday, I think of it like having a new little princess in the family.
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