 Dr. Kass and Shona | After going over my due date by two weeks, my wonderful doctor induced labor on April 3, 2000 (thank you, thank you, thank you). Shona Grace Ford made her entrance into this world at 2:50 p.m. and was immediately examined. I'm sensing a bit of hostility there on Shona's part. |
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 Grandma and Shona |
Then Shona had to make the rounds, getting to know her brand new family. There was grandma and daddy and of course big sister Katy. Sisters, sisters, there were never such devoted sisters.... ;-) |
 Daddy and Shona | |
 Big sister Katy and Shona |  Big sis and little sis |
| The day definitely belonged to the new arrival, though. Already she displayed her sparkling personality through a variety of activities. |  Thinking (about boxing?) |
 Snuggling |  Using hand signals |
 Camera's too close! |  Sleeping - do not disturb |
 Kewpie | Shona is already talented...here she is doing her best impression of a kewpie doll!!! |
| Being born is very hard work and it was soon naptime again. The days ahead will be long and filled with adventure. A girl has to rest when she can. Welcome to the world, Shona! |  |