Jan. 2011, Hazel's Baptism

Here is Hazel Edith Gwinn after her baptism, in the same little dress that Zoe wore in 2007, and Ann wore in 1975, for their baptisms. This little dress had been crocheted by Grandma Edith years ago. 

Rich had the honor of doing the baptism. 


Zoe helped her mom and dad with the promises.

Grandpa Bob and Grandma Pat Gwinn and other family were there from MD. 

Nov. 2010, New Dresses for the Girls

I couldn't resist posting this picture of the Hazel and Zoe all sparkly and cute in their fancy finery,

Fall 2010 Hazel Is Here

What a wonderful early morning phone call we recieved. Hazel Edith Gwinn had arrived, full term, full head of hair, and healthy. Here is the family still in the hospital with big sister Zoe holding Hazel.

Rich and I quickly made plans to get to Minnesota.

We were there on his birthday and Hazel gave him a warm cuddly sofa nap as only an infant can.

Oct. 2006, A Granddaughter Named Zoe

Four weeks earlier than she was due, little Zoe Martha Gwinn was born to my daughter Ann and son-in-law Chris, October 12 2006, barely making five pounds.

I had a short break in my hectic teaching schedule and was able to drive to Minneapolis to be of help to the new family. I stayed for 10 days and watched this little one grow before my very eyes. It was truly an amazing gift to see and hold my daughter's daughter.

Before I left, Rich and his mom Edith came up and celebrated Rich's birthday. Zoe gave him his first card.