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6:00AM


Everyone was sleeping, I was anxiously tossing and turning in the quiet of the morning.  The sun was barely peeking its way through our window, the air was perfectly cool.  I tip toed to the bathroom, making my way through another contraction.  This could be the day.  I am putting my last load of baby's laundry through the wash, my sink and dishes have been cleaned.  This has been a morning I want to always remember, especially because I think it is leading to a very special someone's imminent arrival.

Friends, I may just be going in to labor and delivery sometime today!

I have the biggest smile on my face and am shaking a bit from nervousness and excitement.  Birth is the most empowering, difficult, and incredible journey I have ever taken and I can't wait to do it again.  If you're following along on Instagram or Twitter, we should have more up-to-date happenings as things progress!

Oh my goodness, this is happening!  Baby De La Rosa, we cannot wait to meet your beautiful face!

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  1. ErikaMay 6, 2013 at 8:44 AM

    Ohh!! So exciting! What a beautiful day to welcome a baby:) Good luck mama!

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  2. CarrieMay 6, 2013 at 8:48 AM

    It was the bacon wrapped hot dogs!! I will be creeping your social media all day! Wishing you peace and strength and lots of love!

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  3. UnknownMay 6, 2013 at 9:41 AM

    Ahh! I just got the chills all over! Good luck mama, prayers to you!!

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  4. Gabrielle May 6, 2013 at 10:09 AM

    So excited for you and this blessed day!

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  5. Gabrielle May 6, 2013 at 10:12 AM

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  6. Living on LoveMay 6, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    EEEK! Thinking of you! So excited. Can't wait to hear the news!

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  7. Jessica RackleyMay 6, 2013 at 11:36 AM

    Just reading this as I went to follow you on Twitter and saw your announcement tweet. SO EXCITING. Can't wait to see photos of the lil' nugget. :) xx

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  8. Katherine RossMay 6, 2013 at 12:33 PM

    EEEEEEEEEE! HAPPY BIRTHDAY BABY GIRL! LOTS OF LOVE XOXOX!

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  9. UnknownMay 6, 2013 at 12:40 PM

    The 6th has been such a lucky day this year! Congrats! How exciting! Is it weird I'm a little jealous? ;)

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  10. AnonymousMay 6, 2013 at 3:19 PM

    Ohh my Gosh... My heart just jumped of excitement with those words!!! I suppose you already have her on your arms. How beautiful..

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  11. LisaMay 6, 2013 at 4:02 PM

    Congratulations, Kate! Your new arrival is beautiful! A very dear friend had her baby just after midnight on May 7 Australia time - so very close to you! I'm buzzing with joy for these precious new people! xo

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  12. CatMay 6, 2013 at 4:13 PM

    The biggest congratulations to all of you I am so happy for all of you:) Enjoy these precious new born days. Hugs to you all. xxoo

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  13. UnknownMay 6, 2013 at 4:35 PM

    YAY! Congratutlations :) I really just got goosebumps reading your post!

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  14. KellyMay 6, 2013 at 6:11 PM

    Congrats! :)

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  15. mel @ loved handmadeMay 6, 2013 at 6:14 PM

    exciting! my thoughts and feelings are still so fresh in my mind of the day I had my little olive only three months ago, a beautiful and very special time. wishing you well..x

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  16. Modern Day MummyingMay 6, 2013 at 7:55 PM

    Yay! All the best to you Kate! Just think of the little prize you win in the end :) We look forward to hearing of your special news...

    Sophie xo

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  17. UnknownMay 7, 2013 at 6:03 AM

    What a gorgeous picture as always! All the best to you and your family on the big day!

    http://sassandspice

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  18. AnonymousMay 7, 2013 at 6:43 AM

    congratulations!!!
    it's so good to have a brand new baby in the arms!

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  19. UnknownMay 7, 2013 at 8:12 PM

    just so so SO happy for you all and so beautiful that you have this little journal to look back on in years to come xx

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  20. Kandice BreinholtMay 8, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    oh, this is so sweet, kate...
    through this post, you conveyed such a readiness for what was to come that i hope to feel when i'm in the same position this fall.
    i was so excited to see the photo of you and the following photos of alba - this post just makes it that much better!
    enjoy this beautiful time, mama! my heart is so full for you, erick, sofia & alba ♥

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