Here Comes Bruce

Son Reed and his wife Dorothy decided years ago that they were finished having children, after bringing 5 lovely ones into the world. Then their only daughter, Carmen, died in 2009. Since that time they have softened to the idea of another baby. They began to feel that it would be a blessing to have another little one to, perhaps, provide some kind of comfort and certainly a loving distraction from their heartache. They hoped for a girl. In due time, Dorothy became pregnant. To their disappointment, all signs pointed to another boy. She went into labor this past Saturday, January 15th and delivered....a boy, just like the sonogram said. He is a big (almost 10 pounds), healthy, masculine little boy.

I arrived at the hospital shortly after his birth. Little Bruce Theodore Galbraith lay peacefully on his other grandma's lap. Dorothy looked lovely and peaceful. Reed was soft and tender as he embraced and welcomed me in. It was a lovely time. There is a special spirit that comes with a new baby. We all felt the sacredness of that time with this new little boy. He is a boy, but I believe that he brings special gifts with him. His masculine little self will yet be a sweet comfort to his parents, I think. How blessed are we to welcome yet another little one who is beautiful, whole and bright. It is the greatest of heavenly gifts.

Reed is already in love with his new little son. Dorothy is also very happy. So, with pleasure, I announce the arrival of our 20th grandchild, Bruce Theodore Galbraith.