Introducing....

I know I left you all in suspense.
Right now I'm running on very little sleep (we were awake for 25 hours straight, & I've slept an hour and 45 minutes total since then), so this is more informative and less story-like--his birth story will come later. I have to tell it, at some point, because it was nothing short of amazing.  And traumatic.  And I may have to gather more details from those who might remember it more clearly.
So, without further ado...
(And with a very grainy picture from my iPad taken in the early light of day--6:45),
I'd like to introduce you to our son.


Jack Campbell
Born on 6-11-13
at 1:11 am (he's almost 6 hours old)
Weighing 6 pounds 2 ounces (praise God!!)
and measuring 18.5 inches long. 

He's entirely too precious for words. 

We feel ridiculously tired and immeasurably blessed.

Thank you for praying!

Comments

  1. iheartdarkskiesJune 11, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    Oh my goodness!!! How incredibly amazing. I can't wait to hear the story. And I love the name. :) Get ready to enjoy the ride. It's a fun one! :)

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  2. BethanyJune 11, 2013 at 9:07 AM

    Yay!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Super duper excited! It does sound like you had a very long day but I am so happy for you and that he's over 6 pounds and just adorable. I told you he'd be perfect no matter what. Hope you get some sleep now and enjoy being done with that part. ;) Hope you get back to fighting strength soon. Love to all 3 (AH!) of you!!!!

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  3. AnonymousJune 11, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    Congratulations to you all as you begin life's wonderful little roller coaster ride also known as parenthood!

    Many blessings to the three of you -- we couldn't be happier for you!

    Love,
    Tina, Matt, Megan, & Trevor Diese

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  4. AnonymousJune 11, 2013 at 9:58 AM

    Congratulations!!!! Welcome to the world, Jack!! :)

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    1. JoyJune 14, 2013 at 11:41 AM

      Thank you! I wish I knew who sent this :)

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  5. MomJune 11, 2013 at 10:29 AM

    We all feel truly blessed about the new little life (and, I might add, his incredibly awesome mommy and daddy)! I just keep thinking about his precious little ears (they are like perfect shells) and his bright eyes clearly wanting to focus in on whoever was holding him. Oh, and him smiling at his daddy and finding his thumb!! What a smart, handsome little grandson you have given us. We love you and can't wait to watch little Jack Campbell grow.

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    1. JoyJune 11, 2013 at 8:09 PM

      We love y'all, too! Glad you could come up here and visit, and thank you for all your help at home!

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  6. AnonymousJune 11, 2013 at 2:16 PM

    Wowie wow wow Joy!! You are a trooper. Praise the Lord and congratulations to you and Spencer. Welcome Jack Campbell Rawlins. You have a great first name (that's my late husband and grandson's name) :))

    Your Birthday & Body Blasters Buddy,
    Joyce Belizone

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    1. JoyJune 11, 2013 at 8:04 PM

      Hi Joyce! Maybe we'll see y'all up at the gym :)

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  7. Keepsake Maker's StudioJune 11, 2013 at 5:00 PM

    I can't comment - I have been tearful all day...tears of "thank you, Jesus." I just now realized how much I have labored with you all these months. Praying, praying....and now thanking! Jannie

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    1. JoyJune 11, 2013 at 8:05 PM

      Sweet Jannie,
      Thanks for all of your texts and posts today! We love you!

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  8. AnonymousJune 11, 2013 at 8:14 PM

    Thank you for allowing me to be a part of that special moment. I am so thrilled to have a nephew! Joy, my bestie ever, you were amazing. YOU ARE KINDA A BIG DEAL! love you guys, (S.W.)Kelli

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    1. JoyJune 11, 2013 at 9:31 PM

      We can't thank you enough for being there. You were soo wonderful, and there were times I looked at you and knew I couldn't give up. The Husband has said over and over how glad he was that you were there. You rock :)

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  9. KatrinaJune 11, 2013 at 10:18 PM

    Many congratulations, Joy & Spencer!! As much as I want to meet your little Jack and hug you in person, I will restrain myself and let you rest!! However, once you are settled in at home, we are there!! So, so thankful for God's boundless grace and blessings on you! Y'all are dearly loved!

    Katrina & the Guys

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    1. JoyJune 14, 2013 at 11:45 AM

      We are looking forward to seeing you! We're hoping to go home this evening, so maybe y'all can stop by one day next week :)

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  10. nancygrayceJune 12, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    So glad to hear he's here!! That's a nice weight!

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    1. JoyJune 14, 2013 at 11:46 AM

      Yrs, his weight was good! He's lost a few ounces (I'm told that's normal), but I'm hoping he gains them back soon and continues gaining :)

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