Thursday, April 9, 2009

With pride



It's my pride and joy that arrived this morning.

Naomi Aroha Sams
8lbs 2oz 20.5in
11:55am NZ time (7:55pm EST)
10 April 2009 (the 9th in the US)

Born naturally at home

Birth story to come when I have my wits about me :)




More pictures to come.





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157 comments:

  1. JessiApril 9, 2009 at 10:46 PM

    she is so beautiful!!! I am so glad she finally came. congratulations, Susie. Can't wait to hear the birth story!

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  2. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 10:48 PM

    Congratulations Naomi is adorable -she is so lucky to have her big brother Joshua to look over her. My God bless all of you in the blissful days to come.

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  3. HeatherinRochesterApril 9, 2009 at 10:48 PM

    YEA!!! Congrats!! i have been checking as often as i can. SO glad to hear you are all doing well. GOOD JOB MAMA! oh and i LOVE the name. i cant wait to hear the birth story. she is absolutely beautiful!!!!!! what an amazing blessing!! praise the LORD!

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  4. LizApril 9, 2009 at 10:51 PM

    Hooray!!!!!!!!! Congratulations, mama! (& daddy & big sister, too!) She looks beautiful and the pride in your eyes in that last pic of y'all is awesome! Give her a big snuggly squeeze for me.

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  5. Laurie in Ca.April 9, 2009 at 10:53 PM

    Congratulations to you all!! She is beautiful and I love her name. I am so happy for you.

    Love and Hugs, Laurie

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  6. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 10:54 PM

    Congratulations, Sams family!! She is BEAUTIFUL! I just love that smile on Oce's face! And her name is beautiful...I especially love Aroha! Can't wait to hear the birth story. God bless!!

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  7. Sarah from NMApril 9, 2009 at 10:54 PM

    Congratulations Susie! She's beautiful!

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  8. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 10:55 PM

    Congratulations!!!! What a peanut! God Bless you all!!

    -Rosey from NY

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  9. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 10:56 PM

    yay! I am so happy for you guys! so sweet I am glad everything went well! she is beautiful susie! I love her name too :)Congrats to your family! many blessings.

    shannah (from babyfit)

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  10. beccaApril 9, 2009 at 10:57 PM

    YAY!!!!!! CONGRATS!!!!!!

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  11. Andrea@Sgt and Mrs HubApril 9, 2009 at 10:59 PM

    Amazing, isn't it. There is nothing like your very own newborn baby laying in your arms. Especially the baby you birthed at home.

    Having my three kids at home has been one of the greatest joys of my life.

    Kiss that sweet Naomi for me!

    Congratulations a thousand times!

    -Andrea

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  12. American MumApril 9, 2009 at 10:59 PM

    Oh my goodness! She's beautiful! She looks just like Joshua in that first picture. And look how happy Oceana looks. Susie, so happy for you all! Congratulations again!

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  13. AprilApril 9, 2009 at 11:00 PM

    Congratulations! What a wonderful surprise when I went to your blog and saw that your newest little one had arrived! I can't wait to see more pics!

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  14. ErinApril 9, 2009 at 11:01 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!! She is BEAUTIFUL!!! HOW WONDERFUL you were able to birth her at home!!!! Cant wait to hear the birth story and see more pics! CONGRATS again! LOVE her beautiful name!

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  15. StephanieApril 9, 2009 at 11:01 PM

    Long-time lurker here...Oh my goodness, she is precious!!! Congratulations!!! Can't wait to hear the birth story! She is absolutely beautiful, as is her name. :) What does it mean?

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  16. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 11:02 PM

    Congratulations!!!

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  17. ErinApril 9, 2009 at 11:03 PM

    oh and crazy how it is a different day back in your hometown!
    When I had my daughter in Hawaii I HAD to have her on the SAME day in BOTH places (HI and RI)... I had her with only 33 minutes to spare... 627pm HPT and 1127pm EST
    YOU LOOK GREAT FOR JUST HAVING HAD A BABY!

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  18. christineApril 9, 2009 at 11:04 PM

    Yay!!!!! So happy to see you all doing well!

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  19. mommymeezerApril 9, 2009 at 11:04 PM

    I am SOOO happy for you, Matt and Oceana. I love the pic with Oceana smiling at her.

    Great name!

    I hope you are feeling better =)
    -Allison

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  20. Mom-to-fiveApril 9, 2009 at 11:04 PM

    Congratulations on your beautiful little girl!! Little girls are so much fun, I'll bet Oceana is so excited!! ENJOY:)

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  21. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 11:05 PM

    Congratulations. Cant wait to hear / see more of your wonderful family.

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  22. ErinApril 9, 2009 at 11:05 PM

    Congratulations! She is absolutely beautiful! I love her name! What is the meaning of her middle name? Praise the Lord for her healthy and safe arrival. What a blessing =)

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  23. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 11:10 PM

    Congrats

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  24. TiffanyApril 9, 2009 at 11:10 PM

    Oh, Congratulations!! Praise God!!! She is just beautiful. Rest and enjoy. :)

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  25. KathyApril 9, 2009 at 11:10 PM

    Congratulations! God bless all of you!

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  26. Stephanie DApril 9, 2009 at 11:11 PM

    She's beautiful! Congratulations, all!

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  27. JessicaApril 9, 2009 at 11:11 PM

    Congratulations! I couldn't sleep so I had been praying a lot for you! So glad to get up and see SUCH a delightful little face... and a happy family!
    Blessings for Easter as well,
    Jessica in Italy

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  28. sara h.April 9, 2009 at 11:11 PM

    oh, congratulations!
    I love the name!!
    I am so happy for you that you got to have her at home, like you wanted. congrats again!
    ~sara

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  29. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 11:13 PM

    I AM SO HAPPY FOR YOU!!!!!!!!!! Her and Joshua have the same nose!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Oh congrats mama, she's GORGEOUS! You did good!!!!!!!!

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  30. JodyApril 9, 2009 at 11:14 PM

    congrats!!!!!!!!!!
    the picture of the girls gave me chills...how awesome is our God!
    can't wait for the birth story :)

    (from a long time lurker)
    jody

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  31. mom samsApril 9, 2009 at 11:18 PM

    Welcome to the family Naomi! We love you more than you know. You are so precious to us and to our heavenly Father who gave you to us. Can't wait to hold you in my arms.

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  32. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 11:23 PM

    God bless you all!!! Congratulations...she is lovely!

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  33. EmilyApril 9, 2009 at 11:23 PM

    Everyone looks WONDERFUL!!! I can't wait to see more pictures! Oceana looks so excited!!!
    Emily in Mississippi

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  34. AngelaApril 9, 2009 at 11:24 PM

    Hi Susie, have followed your blog for a long time, don't comment much, but have been eagerly awaiting the birth of your baby..... congratulations, you've done well, looking forward to seeing more pics, and hearing the full story.

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  35. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 11:28 PM

    Congratulations!!!! She is so beautiful!!!!

    I am just so happy for your family.

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  36. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 11:29 PM

    YEAH!!!!!!!!!!! Congrats on your beautiful little girl! Can't wait to hold her in a few months!!!

    Love & Prayers,

    Pam & Family in PA

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  37. Post Tenebras LuxApril 9, 2009 at 11:33 PM

    Congratulations, Susie, Matt, and Oceana! Welcome, Naomi! She is beautiful. (I'm missing Joshua. . . .)

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  38. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 11:33 PM

    Congratulations Susie, and praise God! She is beautiful! Oceana's grin is priceless :)

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  39. Jones FamilyApril 9, 2009 at 11:33 PM

    Congratulations to you all.

    Especially love the happy happy face on Oceana. So happy for you all.

    BEAUTIFUL name!!

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  40. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 11:34 PM

    Congrats to you and your family. I have been reading your blog for quite awhile and never comment much.
    Love the name you picked out.
    Chris in Iowa

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  41. HIS daughterApril 9, 2009 at 11:36 PM

    Congratulations on your beautiful baby :) Praise the Lord! :)

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  42. boltefamilyApril 9, 2009 at 11:37 PM

    YAY! She is just beautiful! Praising God for this new baby girl! Love and prayers to each of you!

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  43. KristinApril 9, 2009 at 11:38 PM

    COngrats!!! :) Someone else I know had her girl today and named her Naomi also..must have been a Naomi kind of day!! :) She is beautiful (by the way)!

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  44. CApril 9, 2009 at 11:40 PM

    Gorgeous, of ocurse. And you will probably hear many times that she DOES look like Oceana! SO proud for you all.

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  45. AnonymousApril 9, 2009 at 11:40 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  46. mommy of a full houseApril 9, 2009 at 11:43 PM

    Congrats !!!

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  47. Deb D.April 9, 2009 at 11:44 PM

    Congratulations!!! She is beautiful! Looks like she has long eyelashes. Oceana's smile is captivating. She looks SO happy.

    Hope you all get some good rest.

    Blessings and best wishes.

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  48. Josie BladeApril 9, 2009 at 11:52 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS! She's such a doll. You are a champ Susie. Love Love. xx

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  49. AllTheKingsBlessingsApril 9, 2009 at 11:53 PM

    Congratulations!! So very happy for you!!

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  50. NancyApril 9, 2009 at 11:54 PM

    Congratulations!!!! She's beautiful, and I love the name! :)

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  51. Janet HartmanApril 9, 2009 at 11:57 PM

    Congratulations! She is adorable and you are beautiful! I am so jealous, it took me weeks to look like a normal human after I had my boys.

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  52. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 12:00 AM

    Congratulations. She is just beautiful! Can't wait to hear all about the birth :o) I am so happy for you guys.

    Angie in Michigan.

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  53. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 12:04 AM

    Congratulations! Such a beautiful name for a beautiful girl.

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  54. JenApril 10, 2009 at 12:05 AM

    A Good Friday baby! Oh, the symbolism! I'm sure it's not lost on you. Many, many congratulations, Precious Mother. Welcome to the world, sweet thing!

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  55. MashelApril 10, 2009 at 12:11 AM

    Congratulations Susie, she is beautiful! Way to go with the home birth! I can't wait to hear how it went. (and see more pictures of the gorgous new girl!)

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  56. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 12:13 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS! WE ARE ALWAYS PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

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  57. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 12:26 AM

    Let me be the first to say

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!

    I have been checking your blog every couple of hours, but I did not expect this after all your comments of no baby!?!
    I am so happy for you and wish you the best of luck. My heart is bursting for you-CONGRATS!!!

    May God bless, your darling daughter, and the rest of the family. I will eagerely check your blog for the birth story :)Sophia

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  58. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 12:29 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!

    She's Gorgeous!! I love that picture of Oceana kissing her.

    X

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  59. MargoApril 10, 2009 at 12:37 AM

    LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT - WOOHOO - LOVE TO YOU ALL. WELCOME TO THE WORLD NAOMI - CAN'T WAIT TO MEET YOU. XXXX

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  60. UnknownApril 10, 2009 at 12:41 AM

    Best of congratulations precious ones! Beautiful name--beautiful girl--beautiful family.

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  61. BeeApril 10, 2009 at 12:42 AM

    Wow congrats! well done!!! she looks like her brother and sister! Barb in Melbourne Aust

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  62. KrystalApril 10, 2009 at 12:44 AM

    Woo-hoo!!! So glad she's here. I will continue praying for everyone's health and for Oceana's adjustment.

    Thanks for updating so soon and not making us wait too long (as if we - your blog family - counted for much in light of the day's events).

    Have a great evening!

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  63. mommyoflove3April 10, 2009 at 12:44 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!! I have never been the first one to comment before (as a matter of fact, have only commented a couple of times) but I have been checking regularly to hear baby news!
    Naomi is beautiful and it is with tears in my eyes that I am thanking God for your new baby! May He bless you!
    Heidi

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  64. JenniferApril 10, 2009 at 12:47 AM

    She is beautiful! And good sized too! Way to go girl! I am so glad your homebirth worked out for you! I love it when a good plan comes together! Can't wait to read your story! Wow you look awesome for have just given birth! Woo Hoo!

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  65. MelindaApril 10, 2009 at 12:51 AM

    Congratulations, she is beautiful!!

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  66. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 12:53 AM

    Congratulations!!! She is absolutely Beautiful! May our Lord's grace and blessing be on you all.
    Blessings
    ~Elisabeth
    (Canada)

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  67. Amanda MApril 10, 2009 at 12:53 AM

    Congratulations, she's gorgeous.

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  68. Mamma_of _fiveApril 10, 2009 at 12:59 AM

    She is Beautiful ! congrats!

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  69. EmilyApril 10, 2009 at 1:03 AM

    Ohh!!! I am SO excited for you guys!!! You rock, Susie!! And is it just me or does that sweet baby girl look a little like her big brother??

    Praise you, Lord!!

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  70. MargoApril 10, 2009 at 1:09 AM

    Hey I love the blankee!!!!

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  71. ShEiLaApril 10, 2009 at 1:10 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!! Sams Family.
    That is just precious.

    So perfect.
    She is bee-u-tee-ful!!!
    Naomi... welcome to the world.

    With that look of approval on Oceana's face... my guess is Naomi is a keeper.

    ToOdLeS.ShEiLa

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  72. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 1:13 AM

    look at you go! Congratulations. Oceana looks so HAPPY!

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  73. asplashofsunshineApril 10, 2009 at 1:17 AM

    She's gorgeous! Congratulations!

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  74. ShanaApril 10, 2009 at 1:36 AM

    Congratulations to you all!!!!!
    Welcome Naomi. You really are a blessing from God.

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  75. FrapperApril 10, 2009 at 1:38 AM

    Congratulations to you and your family on your newest little one. She looks so precious and so tiny for 8 lbs! I'm glad to hear that all went well; Oceana looks like she's so happy to be a big sister again.

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  76. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 1:42 AM

    Susie,

    Congratulations - she is precious!

    I've been reading your blog since probably last November or December... and have been anxiously awaiting to hear news of her birth! Your Twitter messages cracked me up - "no baby here" - "no baby here." I'm glad Naomi is finally here!

    She looks a lot like Joshua to me in the picture with Matt.

    And I love Oce's smile... she is obviously excited to be a big sister AGAIN!

    Blessings to you as you heal and spend time with Naomi!

    ~Jill
    Folsom, California

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  77. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 1:45 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS SAMS FAMILY! Way to go! Whata beautiful wee girl with a beautiful name!

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  78. sues2u2April 10, 2009 at 1:53 AM

    She is Beautiful! I'm crying so hard w/ tears of joy that she is here safe & sound. You all look so gorgeous w/ her as well. If we could just develop that film @ a higher level I bet Joshua would be there smiling w/ his arms around you all too.

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  79. AmyApril 10, 2009 at 1:57 AM

    She is beautiful!!!! Congratulations to you all!

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  80. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 1:59 AM

    WOOHOOOO! She is GORGEOUS - many congratulations to you all. x

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  81. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 2:55 AM

    Holy cow does she have little Joshua's nose! Amazing and adorable. Congratulations.

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  82. BiancaApril 10, 2009 at 3:10 AM

    COngratulations, she is adorable! Cab't wait to read all about it xx

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  83. orlaneApril 10, 2009 at 5:13 AM

    Congratulations.....the smile on Oceana's face is priceless.Im so happy for you and Matt.

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  84. SamanthaApril 10, 2009 at 5:25 AM

    Congratulations!!
    I recently started to follow your blog, this being the first time to comment also.
    Oceana looks ecstatic with her baby sister!

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  85. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 5:46 AM

    congratulations!!!
    she is a beautiful girl! and what a cool name!
    i love your blog. i have been reading it for some time now, but i usually don't comment.
    have a wonderfully blessed day
    all my love
    franziska

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  86. 3TinLidsApril 10, 2009 at 5:51 AM

    Congratulations and well done! She looks beautiful!

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  87. Me and my GurlApril 10, 2009 at 5:55 AM

    Congratulations!!!!!!!!
    She looks just beautiful. Big Sis seems to be happy also.
    Mom, you did GREAT and look FANTASTIC. Dad.... now you have a house full of women to take care of. For some reason, the look on your face tells me you don't really mind. :)

    God Bless all and I can't wait to see more pics and learn more of your Birthing Story you would like to share.

    Sonja - Fl

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  88. ~ * Rae * ~April 10, 2009 at 6:00 AM

    Congratulations!

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  89. JeanApril 10, 2009 at 6:02 AM

    Congragulations from Florida! She is beautiful!!

    I think little Naomi was holding out for the right birthday for her - the 10th (NZ) as a birthday! LOL

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  90. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 6:04 AM

    Oh I have been waiting and waiting for this post. She's beautiful, and Oceana looks like such a proud big sister. I love her name. I'm looking forward to hearing all about her birth.
    Praying for your family in Texas,
    Allison Fuller

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  91. the VanKoevering'sApril 10, 2009 at 6:28 AM

    Congrats...she is beautiful, and I love her name!

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  92. TashApril 10, 2009 at 6:37 AM

    Congratulations!

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  93. Amy MartinApril 10, 2009 at 6:45 AM

    Congrats!!

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  94. KerryApril 10, 2009 at 6:50 AM

    Congratulations on your gorgeous 3rd child she looks adorable

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  95. ShaladyApril 10, 2009 at 6:57 AM

    Welcome Baby Naomi!
    Congratulations to the entire family! What a good size baby!!! She looks beautiful!
    I'm tickled pink!
    I LOVE the look on Matt's face and Oceana's smile is priceless!!

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  96. LisaApril 10, 2009 at 7:00 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!! She is beautiful and you look so well! Is it just me or does she look like Joshua??

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  97. AllisonbbApril 10, 2009 at 7:01 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS to you, Sams Family!!! She's precious! Oceana looks SO proud. I hope you have a wonderful Babymoon.

    Welcome to the world, Naomi! I love her name.
    *hugs*

    Allison in Baton Rouge

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  98. MichelleApril 10, 2009 at 7:01 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! :-D

    praying for all of you,
    michelle

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  99. KimApril 10, 2009 at 7:03 AM

    Oh my, I got chills - she has Joshua's nose! But the bottom picture, she looks like Oceana. I LOVE the name. Congratulations, and get lots of rest!!

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  100. BethanyApril 10, 2009 at 7:08 AM

    Congratulations to your new little family! Look how thrilled Oceana is to be a big sister again- and Joshua is surely looking down on you all from Heaven!!! :)

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  101. DestiniApril 10, 2009 at 7:13 AM

    Congratulations Sams Family! She is beautiful! Praising the Lord for a job well done!

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  102. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 7:19 AM

    Congratulations!

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  103. auntreneApril 10, 2009 at 7:19 AM

    She is so beautiful, Congratulations!!

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  104. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 7:22 AM

    Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl!! I'm sending hugs to all of you!!

    Sarah.

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  105. Deanna @ oneagleswingsApril 10, 2009 at 7:26 AM

    Susie~

    My eyes are filled with tears of joy for you and your family right now. How awesome that you got your homebirth, too. :)

    I love the name that you chose and I pray that this baby would be all that God called her to be.

    She is blessed to have a beautiful big sister and a beautiful big brother.

    Be blessed, friend.

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  106. Krysten April 10, 2009 at 7:30 AM

    congrats! she looks like joshua's pictures!

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  107. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 7:45 AM

    beautiful baby girl, beautiful name,congratulations mama !

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  108. mom2LEAAApril 10, 2009 at 7:48 AM

    Congratulations, she is beautiful.
    Praise God for your family and new daughter.
    Cindy

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  109. ChristineApril 10, 2009 at 7:53 AM

    Wonderful blessed news!!!!
    Our God is GREAT!
    Enjoy your new bundle.
    The Canadian (with the bunch o' kiwis)...........

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  110. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 8:02 AM

    Congratulations! Today is my son's 3rd birthday...it is a special day!:)

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  111. JenApril 10, 2009 at 8:05 AM

    Congratulations!!!! She's beautiful : ). Big sis looks thrilled!

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  112. AshlieApril 10, 2009 at 8:10 AM

    Congratulations!! She is absolutely beautiful! Can't wait to hear that birth story :)

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  113. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 8:11 AM

    Congradulations! That's one armful of a little girl!

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  114. Jessica MillerApril 10, 2009 at 8:14 AM

    oh susie she's perfect! i woke up this morning thinking "i wonder if susie had her baby yet". So i checked my email, and taadaaa! Congratulations Sams family :)

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  115. SarahApril 10, 2009 at 8:14 AM

    suz she is beautiful... I can't wait to see more pics! I hope the two of you are doing great

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  116. The Besecker'sApril 10, 2009 at 8:18 AM

    Congratulations all.

    She is beautiful.

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  117. When Two Becomes FiveApril 10, 2009 at 8:20 AM

    Gorgeous baby! Glad you were able to do it without induction like you wanted!

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  118. Tracy ReynoldsApril 10, 2009 at 8:22 AM

    Shes beautiful and looks like Joshua!
    God bless you all! Looking forward to more pictures!

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  119. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 8:24 AM

    COngratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! She is beautiful!!!!!! And you look awesome. Way to go!!!!

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  120. Homegrown TribeApril 10, 2009 at 8:24 AM

    Yeah!!!!!!! I'm so happy for you all! She is absolutely beautiful and I LOVE her name. {naomi was on my list last time}

    Hope everything went well... enjoy your new little baby and wonderful family!

    britt

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  121. Christina Taylor and Family!!!April 10, 2009 at 8:25 AM

    AHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!! WE ARE SOOO excited!!!! She is beautiful and adorable and a little cutie pie!!! YOu dont look too bad yourself! haha, you look beautiful! OK, SO just so you know... when i told bj the initials the next guess we had was Naomi... very gooood name... she looks like a Naomi. OK, soooooo cant WAIT to see more pictures! ALL OUR LOVE!!!!

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  122. JesseApril 10, 2009 at 8:26 AM

    LOVELY! This is the sweetest post to read on this spring Boston morning. All the love in the world to you and your family!!!

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  123. LaurenApril 10, 2009 at 8:28 AM

    Congrats on the home birth! I know that's what you wanted. She is beautiful - just like her big sister and her momma! Can't wait for more pics!!!

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  124. MelissaApril 10, 2009 at 8:30 AM

    AWWWWW, congratulations!!! What a beautiful baby, with a beautiful name...... and i LOVE that picture of daddy & daughter!!!

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  125. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 8:35 AM

    Awww Congrats! She favors Joshua! So happy for you!

    Mary in GA

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  126. ~*Mare*~April 10, 2009 at 8:36 AM

    She's absolutely beautiful, Susie. I'm so happy for you and your family.

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  127. StaciApril 10, 2009 at 8:39 AM

    Congratulations to you! She is so beautiful. Oceana looks like she is enjoying being a big sister again :) I know Joshua is a proud big brother as well and will keep a special eye out on his sisters.

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  128. Ryan and Rachel CoteApril 10, 2009 at 8:40 AM

    Yay! congratulations! She's beautiful and her daddy looks oh so proud! I love the name!

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  129. Melissa WardApril 10, 2009 at 8:40 AM

    Congratulations! She is absolutely beautiful! Looking forward to reading the story of your first homebirth... For now, rest up and enjoy that sweet baby!

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  130. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 8:41 AM

    congrats..she is beautiful...she looks so much like Joshua!

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  131. SaraGApril 10, 2009 at 8:42 AM

    Congratulations! The pictures are just beautiful. I especially love the look on Oceana's face in the next to last photo!!
    Love the name you picked out!!
    Glad everything went well and your baby is finally here!!
    Take care and rest rest rest!!

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  132. mandaApril 10, 2009 at 8:46 AM

    Congratulations!!! She is beautiful and Oceana looks over the moon!!! Can't wait to hear the details!!

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  133. Tarsha DowningApril 10, 2009 at 8:48 AM

    Happy Birthday Naomi! Congrats Matt, Susie and Oceana! :)

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  134. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 9:00 AM

    Congratulations! Oceana looks so happy in that second picture!

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  135. KeraApril 10, 2009 at 9:10 AM

    Congrats! She is adorable! Can't wait for the birth story!

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  136. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 9:26 AM

    Congratulations on your beautiful girl! I'm glad you got your home birth, and can't wait to hear her story. Janet

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  137. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 9:27 AM

    Many congratulations! She is just beautiful and I am thrilled for you all!

    Laurie in Minnesota

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  138. UnknownApril 10, 2009 at 9:33 AM

    Congratulations!!! So incredibly thrilled for you and your family :) *HUGS* and joy and happy prayers to all of you! Can't wait to read about the birth story :) And - LOVE her name!!
    -DracoMama, Jan'08BF

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  139. HollyApril 10, 2009 at 10:00 AM

    Congrats! I have been following since Joshua was born, but I believe this is the first time I have commented! She is just beautiful! Can't wait to see more pics!

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  140. Kelly @ Sufficient Grace MinistriesApril 10, 2009 at 10:31 AM

    She is so beautiful...You all look great. What a blessing and a beautiful answer to prayer!

    Hope you have a Blessed Easter! (Something tells me you will!)

    Rejoicing with you...

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  141. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 10:31 AM

    Congrats Matt, Susie, and Oceana! Thinking of you all today!
    The Dingers

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  142. amandaApril 10, 2009 at 11:10 AM

    A "p.s." of course! In the first photo she looks just like Joshua!

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  143. Rebecca (Ramblings by Reba)April 10, 2009 at 11:16 AM

    Yay! Congratulations

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  144. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 11:49 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS on the arrival of Baby Naomi!

    Oh my, you have a beautiful family! And Naomi is gorgeous!

    cK

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  145. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 11:54 AM

    She is beautiful!! Congrats!!

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  146. noahandlylasmommiApril 10, 2009 at 1:01 PM

    so glad you got your homebirth and all went well!!!

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  147. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 3:15 PM

    Susie,

    Naomi is beautiful! I can hardly wait to read your story. I hope it was an easy time for you. Congratulations to you all.

    Joyce Hartley
    Boise, Idaho USA

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  148. VernaApril 10, 2009 at 5:56 PM

    Congratulations...she is beautiful. you are blessed!

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  149. AnonymousApril 10, 2009 at 6:19 PM

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!

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  150. SeagorApril 10, 2009 at 9:44 PM

    Congratulations! She's a beauty!

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  151. AnonymousApril 11, 2009 at 12:25 AM

    YIPEEEE!!! She is beautiful! Praise our Father! Deborah

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  152. Magoon FamilyApril 11, 2009 at 8:05 AM

    It dawned on me that I hadn't left a message. Well, Congrats!!! She is beautiful! I am so happy for you :) Can't wait to hear the birth story.

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  153. KhrysApril 11, 2009 at 10:48 PM

    Congratulations Susie!!! She's so adorable, and I love her name!

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  154. PaigeApril 11, 2009 at 11:50 PM

    I've been following you for a while, but never commented. Congratulations. She is beautiful! :)

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  155. MillicentApril 12, 2009 at 6:54 PM

    congrats!!!

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  156. Growing Up RutledgeApril 12, 2009 at 11:55 PM

    Congratulations! Naomi is a beautiful name. What a great big sister she has.

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  157. ninetteApril 15, 2009 at 3:26 PM

    Willkommen, Bienvenue, Welcome, Naomi Aroha, this is Life! It rocks!

    Wow, what a beautiful second name. I've loved the word ever since I learned Maori in school. What a great pick.

    Much love to you all!

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