Elise Marguerite was born at about 2:30 this morning. She is 6lbs 3oz, 22 inches, and perfect. She had some trouble breathing at first, but that cleared up quickly.

I’m sure that I will write more about this event later, since the joy was mixed with a considerable dose of frustrations, but for now I’m trying to get a little sleep and spend some time with her.

Photos forthcoming shortly, I’m sure.