Violet Taylor Marie Cross

Okay, I'll admit it. I love being a crazy Uncle. When our dear friends Dave and Jenny had their 1st daughter Ivy almost two years ago Erin and I drove to the hospital in the middle of the night to meet her for the first time. I remember so clearly holding her that night and having Dave turn to me and say "How does it feel to be an Uncle?" It feels good.

Now, Ivy calls me "UncleJeffBigCamera" which is just fine by me. As if my heart wasn't already melted enough by Ivy, last night we welcomed the latest addition to the Cross family - Violet Taylor Marie Cross. And she's perfect. What a total blessing.

Born Thursday, July 30th at 11:40 pm, she's 6 lbs, 12 oz and 100% adorable.

 

 

Ivy is so happy to have a sister! She's completely glued to her every move, and kisses her head every chance she gets. I think she's going to be a great big sister.

This picture melts my heart

Baby Violet with Aunt Cheryl (Jenny's sister)

 

Baby feets! Wrinkley and soft!

This is: Goofy Dad (left) / Proud Dad (right)

Jenny is one of the bestest mom's ever. My mom wins, but Jenny is up there

First family portrait by the Youngrens! I have a feeling you'll be seeing a lot more of this family to come

 

Not to be outdone by the arrival of Violet, Ivy started playing dress-up and trying to steal the show...

 

Welcome to the world, Violet. I'm your crazy Uncle Jeff. I'm the one with the camera

-Jeff