First from Family Greats

On Thursday evening Teagan was visited by Dan's Grandma Lynn (Teagan's Great-grandma) and his Uncle Michael (Teagan's Great-uncle). Both were excited to be the first family visitors and promised many more visits to come.

Furry Four Footers

Many people asked how our 3 cats - Chip, Sky, and Sophia - would handle the arrival of baby Teagan... Baby? What baby? Ironically the cats have been spending their time in the same manner as Teagan: eating, pooping, and sleeping.

We are perfectly happy with their coping mechanism of denial, but we do have a sneaking suspicion that Sky has started a blog of his own.

Meow. Send treats.

Homeward Bound

By Wednesday afternoon, Teagan had lost less than 3 ounces and mastered her feeding techniques. She was ready for the journey home. With a big yawn, she slipped into her car seat and slept the whole way home.

A Day Filled with Friends

The next morning, after a short and sleepless night, we called family and friends telling them the good news. Then we eagerly awaited Teagan's visitors.

We were honored to have Fr. Jonathan as our first visitor. He gave Teagan and Andrea a blessing and Dan a congratulatory hug.

Soon Joanne arrived with mochas from Swede Hollow Cafe for the caffeine deprived parents. It looks like she will be spoiling Teagan just as much as she has Teagan's parents.

Next, Teagan was introduced to the Pentecost family who showered her with love 6-fold. Barb and Scott will be Teagan's godparents.

Our day ended with a visit from Phyl and Jason, who are expecting a little one of their own. We were happy to share both Teagan and our experiences with them.

Teagan's Birthing Crew

Teagan was brought into this world by a wonderful and supportive team. Dad and Mom are on the left and Nurse Lisa and Dr. Helen are on the right. Teagan, most appropriately, is in the center.

Dr. Helen and Nurse Lisa debate over which meaning of Teagan is most fitting, 'young poet' or 'beautiful'. It was a win-win situation.

Nurse Kim assisted us with the transition from the delivery unit to the new born ward. We thought she had a great hat; she thought Teagan would make an excellent future nurse.

After a hard day, Teagan found a warm spa to be quite beneficial. Then just before 2:30 AM she finished some last minute paperwork and turned in for the night to prepare for the next day's visitors. It was a tough day, but it was no match for her. Mom and Dad, on the other hand, were wiped out.

A Poet is Born

Teagan Marie Bassett announces to the world that she was born on Monday, July 27th at 10:47 PM. She weighed 5 pounds, 9 3/4 ounces and was a mere 18 inches long. She has short blonde hair and a contemplative disposition.

Teagan, pronounced TEE-gan, is an Irish name meaning 'little poet' or 'beautiful'. She is all of both.