Elliana Grace Martin

At this writing, she's roughly half an hour old:





All reports agree: Lauren was fantastic. Actually, I can vouch for that... I spent ten minutes or so with her on the phone in the middle of her labor (God bless whoever invented the Epidural). She remained in good spirits throughout the day and hung in there like a prize fighter on into the final rounds.

Lauren, Steve... there are no words. Love you. Proud of you.

And Ellie, welcome. Your Uncle Jer and Aunt Carey will meet you in person soon enough. Can't wait, kiddo.