While this update is very exciting for me to share, it doesn't offer much new information for all of you.
On Sunday, I received clearance from Obi to come visit my new, magnificent, perfect nephew in his natural habitat.
It's very exciting to watch Obaid and Emily as new parents, and I'm proud to report that they are perfect. They have none of that new-parent/deer-in-headlights look. You'd think they were old hands at this. I knew they would be great parents, and it's very satisfying to see in person. Obaid is so competent and caring and Emily is incredibly organized and on top of every need Baby Zach has. Her attention to detail and thorough research skills are obviously an asset here.
Zach is a very tranquil baby. He really didn't fuss much except when alerting his parents that he needed food or a diaper change.
As terrified as I initially was, it was so exciting to get to sit and hold him for a good, long time. Mostly, he slept. But there were a few moments where he would open his eyes and peer curiously out. He was very patient with me, because I couldn't stop stroking his perfect baby feet and perfect baby arms and legs and hands. His features, which you can see in photos, but is an altogether different phenomenon in person, are just perfectly formed and delicate and beautiful.
This is one good looking kid, and with parents like Obaid and Emily, I know he's going to be smart and have every opportunity a kid could hope for.
Personally, it was a very touching evening for me. I wish you guys could experience how exciting it is to be with the little tyke, because he is a
wonder.
