Big change in life today

Not for me, but for my girlfriend, her daughter (and husband), and her granddaughter.  Well, maybe me, as when we met, I was 8th on my girlfriend's priority list.  Over the years, I clearly moved up to a high of 4th.  After today, I will move from 9th to 10th, understandably.  Today, the young family of three (below) becomes a family of four.

This little 2.5-year-old girl (below) will have a new baby sister. She will no longer be the center of attention and no longer have the ice cream all to herself. She will have to experience that dreaded word for any young child: sharing.

Unlike when this little girl above was born when my girlfriend had to purchase quick, costly flights 1,000 miles away, they now live close.  So, for three days, we watch this bundle of activity and joy while mom recuperates and dad prepares for the change.

I plan to practice my camera skills later today and get this family of four caught in time on a particular day.  Although, we will take it daily and hope for the best.  Having a child is challenging, and raising a child is hard.  Adding a second child to the mix adds joy and stress.  I can only pray for the best, as they are a great couple, and the older sister is one of a kind.

Carry on, my friends, carry on...