Butterflies . . .

Sweet Stella,

Your Mama and Daddy said the doctor told them that you could be born any day now!  Ever since I heard that, my tummy feels like butterflies are fluttering around inside.  That's what happens when someone is excited and and happy and maybe a little nervous.  When I think of seeing you soon, I get the happiest feeling inside -- as if my heart is dancing!  I have my suitcase packed ready to hop on the plane when your Daddy calls.  Papa wishes so that he could come with me, but he hasn't been feeling well lately and the doctor insists he stay home.   He is so excited to see you!  Your Daddy and Mama are bringing you to our house soon after you are born, Papa will be happy for that day to arrive!   He shows all his visitors some things we have bought for you -- especially your baby doll!  Papa doesn't get excited about too many things, but you are certainly an exception.  His face lights up when your name is mentioned.  I can't wait to see his face when he first holds you in his arms -- he's waited for you a long time. 

I've posted some pictures below for you and your Mama and Daddy to see.  Good night sweet child.  I love you very much.

Emmie

Feltman Brothers Pink Hand-embroidered
Baby Girl Dress with Slip

Slip to Match Feltman Bros Dress

Back of Pink Baby Dress

Closeup of hand-embroidered flowers

Closeup of hand-embroider, tucks and lace-trimmed hem

Stella, you will look like a little princess in this Feltman Brothers baby girl dress; all you need is a tiara.  Well, look at that.  Marvene brought you a "princess tiara" balloon last night!  She loves you already.

Stella, that picture in the background is Times Square in New York; oh, it is a grand city!  When you are old enough, perhaps your Mama and I will take you there for some shopping and see a Broadway play and Central Park and the American Girl doll store.  Yeaaa!  I love New York.  Papa doesn't want to go with us; he said  "I've been twice, and once is enough!"  Silly Papa!   Your Daddy loves New York.

Stella, I just have to show you one of my favorite things I have waiting for you at my house.  It is called a "Church Quiet Bag".  When you are older [yet still young enough to get the wiggles during church], your Quiet Bag will come in handy.  Fun things to keep you busy, but not noisy -- such things as a cloth book, crayons and paper, goldfish snacks, your blankie.  Your Daddy will be glad you have this -- especially since he is a preacher!!!

                                   Stella's  Church  Quiet  Bag

 Goodnight, Stella.  I better go to bed now.  You never know -- I might have to catch a plane to Louisville tomorrow!

I love you very much,

Emmie