Friday, April 1, 2011

Life began when I saw your face.










She's here.

Please meet Miss Elodie, born March 29th at 11:20am.

Friends, I will tell you all about it, soon. For now, there are not enough minutes in the day to peel me away.

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336 comments:

  1. {jaclyn}April 1, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    how beautiful. can not wait to hear her story! i recall your grpa saying she would have a lot of hair? congratulations michael and aura!

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  2. RitaApril 1, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    Beautiful! Enjoy this precious time and emotions. Welcome sweetie!
    Rita

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  3. Daniela B.April 1, 2011 at 5:17 AM

    Oh she is so beautiful :-)
    such a sweet little girl!!
    Congratulations form Italy :-)
    hugs to your family of 3!!
    Daniela

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  4. LlamaApril 1, 2011 at 5:18 AM

    Congratulations sweetie! You are going to be an amaaaazing mommy! Enjoy every little moment!
    She is simply precious!
    :)

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  5. NachaApril 1, 2011 at 5:27 AM

    she is so so beautiful!! congratulations!!! she is amazing!!!! i love her!!!!
    kisses!!! mum!!!

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  6. NellyApril 1, 2011 at 5:30 AM

    The love and joy keeps growing. There is nothing greater! I am so excited to watch you through your greatest adventure yet. Much love to you, M, and sweet baby Elle!

    N

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  7. twinkietotmomApril 1, 2011 at 5:33 AM

    Oh my heavens. She is simply precious! & I'm in love with all over her dark hair! Can't wait to hear more & see more her! Congratulations Momma & Daddy!

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  8. My Mummy DazeApril 1, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    Congratulations. Such a joy. Enjoy your angel and sleep whenever you can xxx

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  9. Ashlie CunninghamApril 1, 2011 at 5:36 AM

    Aura,
    She is absolutely gorgeous. I am so happy for your family, and cannot wait to hear about her debut.

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  10. JaymiApril 1, 2011 at 5:38 AM

    Good job, lady!

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  11. siniannApril 1, 2011 at 5:39 AM

    Oh Aura, congratulations to you and your family <3 She is beautiful!

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  12. BelleApril 1, 2011 at 5:50 AM

    What a wonderful blog to wake up to this morning.
    She is an angel. Your photographs of her are amazing and she is beautiful!

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  13. vintage peonyApril 1, 2011 at 5:51 AM

    Conguragulations Aura and welcome sweet Elodie. Put more photos of this beatiful angel x x x
    Love..

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  14. Melanie @ Tip Toe ThirtyApril 1, 2011 at 5:55 AM

    She is perfect! And when you crave human contact and a moment "away" I hope you will tell us her story. I love the name choice. It's beautiful and sophisticated. Just like her Mama.

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  15. MeganApril 1, 2011 at 5:58 AM

    Congratulations! She is absolutely precious & her hair is so sweet ♥

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  16. helenaApril 1, 2011 at 6:22 AM

    Congratulations Aura and Michael. She's perfect :) And a very lucky girl for having you as mommy. Elodie is a beautiful name. Much love to you all.

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  17. Amy CappelliApril 1, 2011 at 6:23 AM

    My heart just exploded with joy at these pictures- at realizing they announced the arrival of your beautiful daughter. Congratulations, Mama!She is gorgeous. And her name is like sweet music. Hope you are feeling well. Keep yourself wrapped in these moments with her. They go by so swiftly. I am looking across the room at my 14 year old and 14 month old now.

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  18. cApril 1, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    I have a tear in my eye! Been checking all week to see when baby girl was going to make her entrance :)
    Congratulations Aura and family xxx

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  19. Raechel April 1, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    She is breathtaking; congratulations to your family.

    Her name is beautiful, too. I took a class with an Elodie & she was a gem.

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  20. debby emadianApril 1, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    Dear Aura and Michael congratulations....enjoy every single moment with your darling daughter. This brings back such happy memories of when our darling Hannah was born, looking just as gorgeous as your beautiful Elodie with deep black hair like her baba and blue eyes like mine. She's in her final year at University now and the days inbetween have flown by so quickly like speedy little birds. Never apologies for time spent with your gorgeous Elodie, they are very very precious.

    Tabrikat and Tavaloodat Mobarak to Elodie joon...

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  21. G.April 1, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    WOW- Auro, Congrats! She is such a sweet little bundle.
    Love it so much. What a joy.

    Breathless.

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  22. Teddy Tails BakeryApril 1, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    congratulations! welcome to the little bird :)

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  23. SarahApril 1, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    Oh my, she is delish! Those toes, oh how I love baby feet. I see that little band aid on it too. She is beautiful... and that hair. Breathe in all that baby breath Mama. Good Job Mama & Papa, especially Mama. :) SO happy for you and your family of now 3.

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  24. ShrutiApril 1, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    Much love and happiness to you and YOUR little joon! She is darling. I am a long-term lurker but that sweet little bundle makes me just want to sing with happy happy and pass on all the best wishes in the world.

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  25. ashley noelleApril 1, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    That is a beautiful baby girl. I am so happy for you and your family!

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  26. JulesApril 1, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    I have read your blog for a long time but I don't think I have ever commented. Many congratulations to you both on the birth of Elodie, she is absolutely gorgeous! I am sure you will both be wonderful parents x

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  27. Kalei's Best FriendApril 1, 2011 at 7:06 AM

    SHE is beautiful! I can't believe all that hair... Can't wait to read about your experience w/labor... Love the photo of her toes!.

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  28. JacquiApril 1, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    Congratulations Aura! She is absolutely gorgeous. Can't wait to hear all about it :)

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  29. LillianApril 1, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    CONGRATS!!! She's so beautiful and lovely - as is her pretty name. AND my little guy just turned two on March 29th, so it has a special little place in my heart:) Enjoy your new sweet one!

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  30. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    OH Aura!!! She's breathtaking. Congratulations.

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  31. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    Beautiful just doesn't do her justice. Congratulations. She is a precious little one. Your photos are gorgeous.

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  32. raichelApril 1, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    Oh, my God, Aura! she is so beautiful and it´s so nice seeing her after following the adventure of your pregnancy..CONGRATS!!!!

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  33. MCApril 1, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    congratulations! she is beautiful!

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  34. AmandaApril 1, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    She is so beautiful! Congrats!

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  35. Chris KauffmanApril 1, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    Enjoy the bliss of motherhood , so glad she made it safe and sound
    Chris

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  36. MassielApril 1, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    Preciosa, Beautiful! Congratulations! :)

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  37. MelisaApril 1, 2011 at 7:39 AM

    She is simply beautiful. I have chills thinking about the happiness you are feeling right now. Congratualtions!

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  38. MrsKBJApril 1, 2011 at 7:39 AM

    Congratulations Mama!!! She is beautiful!
    xo
    Kelly

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  39. ksamApril 1, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    Now that I'm done blotting tears...congratulations...she is truly beautiful!! Well done! I just got an email of pics of my next grandbaby...who is being coy and won't yet let us know if they are a boy or a girl!! Anna is still refusing to join us out here....yet! Congratulations on your beautiful daughter and thank you for taking a few moments to share!

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  40. AlexasApril 1, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    she is absolutely stunning!!

    i just found your blog 2 days ago, and am so happy i found it when i did! congratulations, mama and daddy!!

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  41. GaiaApril 1, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Congratulations! She's gorgeous

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  42. SallyApril 1, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Congratulations!! What a beatiful little lady! And the Name fits her perfectly!

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  43. Jessica E.April 1, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Congratulations- she is beautiful- absolutely perfect! Soak up every moment...

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  44. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    Congratulations Aura! She's beautiful and I can't wait to hear your birth story.

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  45. ValApril 1, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    Congratulations! She is beautiful. I remember when my 1st daughter was born...it was the happiest day of my life. I hope you share your birth story...I love hearing those! The miracle of birth is awesome.

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  46. jackiekApril 1, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    oh my gosh she is gorgeous! and I love her name! Congratulations Mama!

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  47. UnknownApril 1, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Congratulations. She is so precious.

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  48. kristyn ellenApril 1, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    I melted. She is gorgeous, but I had no doubt that would be the case since she was coming from her mama (& dad too). So happy for you! Enjoy getting to know your little one!

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  49. AshleyApril 1, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    I love the shot of her feet! She is gorgeous! Congratulations!!!

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  50. MeganApril 1, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    Even more gorgeous than I imagined! Her hair! SO precious! COngratulations!! :)

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  51. Studio 13April 1, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    Congratulations, she is beautiful!

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  52. robynApril 1, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    oh, look at all that gorgeous hair!! she's adorable, so peaceful. we'll all wait patiently to hear more stories and see more photos - for now, enjoy those not enough minutes!!

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  53. CandyApril 1, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    Congratulations Aura & Michael! She's beautiful! God bless you guys!

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  54. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    A huge and warm congratulations to you and your family! She is beautiful. :)

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  55. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    Aura she is adorable! The hair! Oh goodness it's beautiful! :) I love the little flower you have put in it. Congratulations to you and Michael on your precious little one!

    (Pretty blog design too! :))

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  56. KristinApril 1, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    Congratulations! She is beautiful. What a little blessing for you :) Much happiness and endless love for your family!

    xx,
    Kristin

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  57. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    congratulations mama!!! she is absolutely beautiful! all that hair, and she looks so big! not at all like a fresh newborn! the name is beautiful- agree with the other commenter who said it sounds like music. enjoy every minute with her!

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  58. EnjoliApril 1, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    I knew it. I felt it. Kept checking your page to see whether she'd arrived yet. Beautiful name, beautiful child, beautiful pictures. Enjoy your time with you. We will wait patiently. Can't wait to hear the story. You tell them so wonderfully. Congrats to you and your family on the new addition.

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  59. kateApril 1, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    absolutely BEAUTIFUL. Congratulations. and enjoy soaking up every moment with as a new family.

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  60. SaraApril 1, 2011 at 8:21 AM

    She is beautiful! Hearty congratulations to you and yours - take time to be a Momma! :)

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  61. AshleyApril 1, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    She's beautiful! Congrats!

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  62. JessicaApril 1, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    She is absolutely beautiful. Congratulations to you and Michael. Enjoy because they grow up so fast.

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  63. BrittanyApril 1, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    Congrats Aura & Michael! She is gorgeous!

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  64. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    Congratulations Aura! She is angelic. What a blessing! :)

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  65. astr!dApril 1, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    OH MY GOODNESS!!!!! sweet baby love!! congrats, shes beautiful!!!

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  66. Jennifer BApril 1, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    Awww, congrats!! She's beautiful! I cannot wait to hear the birth story!!!

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  67. TaylorApril 1, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    I KNEW she was here :) in my mind. She is beautiful, congratulations!

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  68. jordynApril 1, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    Congratulations! She is absolutely beautiful.

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  69. OrsolyaApril 1, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    what a beautiful little girl! can't wait to read more about your adventures of 3... Warm greetings and congratulations from Hungary :)

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  70. sarahApril 1, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    she is lovely. a million good wishes.

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  71. superhappyjohiApril 1, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    oh Aura. She is so precious!!! So beautiful just like her mom. So happy for you!

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  72. Katrina (Betty Ray)April 1, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    She is gorgeous! Thank you for sharing her with us and congratulations. Enjoy your new bundle.

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  73. Kade (^= 3 =^)April 1, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Congratulations to you and your family Aura!! ^^ She is so beautiful :D

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  74. Melinda OwensApril 1, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Nice to meet you, Elodie. I look forward to watching you grow. Congratulations...she is lovely.

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  75. white collar | green soulApril 1, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    She is absolutely beautiful! Congratulations!!!

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  76. RachelApril 1, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    Oh Aura...she's absolutely gorgeous! Congratulations to you and your husband. We all can't wait to see more of her :)

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  77. ArcherApril 1, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    WONDERFUL!

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  78. HKApril 1, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    she is lovely, aura. congratulations to you both <3

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  79. Mystic MusicianApril 1, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    What a little sweetheart. You must be so excited at your new life together. Congratulations to you all.

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  80. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    I've been reading your blog for quite of bit of time and I have never commented on any of your posts, but this time I wanted to say congratulations! I hope you three continue to grow and enjoy a great road ahead of you.

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  81. UnknownApril 1, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Oh my goodness-what a beauty!! I love her name :) Can't wait to hear all about her arrival.

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  82. Sarah KatieApril 1, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    my cousins birthday is the 29th, it is crazy to believe that she is already 15, and no longer my little baby.

    enjoy every second of it. they grow up fast.

    she is absolutely beautiful, and she has soooo much hair.

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  83. Charity P.April 1, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    She is beautiful; just perfect! You two make cute babies :) Congratulations!

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  84. LindsayApril 1, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    Congratulations!! <3

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  85. MelApril 1, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    yay! Congratulations! :)

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  86. katy {of} katy loves.April 1, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    I literally jumped up when I saw the opening lines. She is gorgeous, Aura. Many congratulations to you and Michael. I also love that she was born with beautiful hair. So appropriate, right? What an angel she is. I cannot wait for updates with baby, but right now please take all the time you need/can with baby. We'll wait patiently. :)

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  87. KaitApril 1, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    She is gorgeous. Beautiful name for a beautiful baby girl. Congratulations!!!

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  88. weezaleezApril 1, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    Aura, she is stunning. I love picking out the traits of yours and Michael's in her face.

    Looking forward to hearing more about her arrival, and seeing your photography skills translate to documenting the Little Bird.

    <3

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  89. Amanda MaeApril 1, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    look at that hair!! she is beautiful. congrats! isn't it the best feeling in the world!? love love love love

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  90. KierstenApril 1, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    She's gorgeous Aura! Congratulations!! I can't wait to hear all about her.
    <3 Kiersten

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  91. TeresaApril 1, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    Congratulations!!!! I've been checking and wondering...she is absolutely beautiful! No big surprise! Enjoy!!!

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  92. ErinApril 1, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Congratulations, Aura. She's a darling, and a lucky little lady to be born into a house of so much love and warmth. I've been a reader of yours since the hellovegas days on livejournal, and I am finally commenting to wish you and your husband all the best with your new little wonder. xoxo

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  93. Bethany SusanApril 1, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    aaaahhhhh! she's so very perfect!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  94. StephanieApril 1, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    Congratulations!!!!! She is so incredibly beautiful!! And look at all that hair!! So dark and silky!! Oh happy day, relish in every yummy baby moment!!!!! I can't stop using exclamation points!!! :)

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  95. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    *squeal!* Look at all that beautiful, dark hair!! Absolutely gorgeous...I just want to scoop her up and take her home!! Congratulations on the birth of your stunning daughter!!
    Manda

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  96. TCApril 1, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    Congratulations! She is so incredibly beautiful and blessed to have such wonderful parents. I can not wait to hear the story of her arrival!

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  97. ElisaApril 1, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    Congratulations! You have a beautiful family, she is precious, and look at all that hair!

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  98. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl!! Many blessings to your new family!!

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  99. jenniferApril 1, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    Welcome to the beautiful world, Elodie!!
    way to go aura!

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  100. StephanieApril 1, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    Oh my goodness, she is beautiful! Thank you for sharing these lovely photos. Congratulations to you and your husband! Can't wait to hear your story and see more of your wonderful pictures!

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  101. MimiApril 1, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    She is absolutely beautiful. Congratulations!!!

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  102. UnknownApril 1, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    Congratulations Aura & Michael!! She is so beautiful!!!
    May she have a healthy, happy & a content life among her many loved ones!
    P.S: I just celebrated my birthday on the 29th :-)

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  103. nicoleApril 1, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    she is amazing, congratulations!

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  104. Carolee BeckhamApril 1, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    she's beautiful. can not wait to hear your story. congrats! :)

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  105. MelApril 1, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    Well done ~ What a beautiful welcome to her .... she is beautiful. Thanks for sharing her so generously!

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  106. kjramstackApril 1, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    She is SO beautiful. What a head of hair! Congratulations!

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  107. nicoleApril 1, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    She is gorgeous.... simply perfect. Congrats! Elodie is a beautiful name, too. VERY WELL DONE, mama! xoxo.

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  108. UnknownApril 1, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    congratulations! what a precious little angel!! I am so happy for you two...I'm sure you just stare at her all day long...ENJOY your beautiful new daughter!

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  109. CelinaApril 1, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    Aura Congratulations! She is beautiful! How great to share a birthday!

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  110. jeanaApril 1, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    oh what wonderful joy to fill in your home! she's perfect! congratulations!

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  111. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    Congratulations! She is truely beautiful! And I love her name!

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  112. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    she's gorgeous :) And she has such a beautiful name. I can't wait to read your birth story! Congrats, momma.

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  113. jboogribsApril 1, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    congrats! I cant wait to see the pics you will take now - babies are the BEST!!!! Xo

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  114. UnknownApril 1, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    Sooo beautiful! Congratulations! And welcome to motherhood! It really is an amazing ride! :)

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  115. KathleenApril 1, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    you did it & she's beautiful :) let life begin

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  116. ag.April 1, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    CONGRATULATIONS! She is gorgeous! And she's going to have the most beautiful photos to document her whole life! How precious!

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  117. ValerieApril 1, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    She's just perfect. Congratulations!

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  118. UnknownApril 1, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    Oh my goodness, Aura, she's beautiful. She's perfect. Sweet girl. Congratulations.

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  119. JessicaApril 1, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    Oh my goodness...Aura...
    My breath caught when I checked your blog this morning, and I saw the title. My eyes were full with big happy mama tears. She's beautiful. These pictures are just wonderful. CONGRATULATIONS!!! I know there are not words to describe all the emotion and joy that come along with bringing your little one into the world for the first time.
    All blessings and love to you and your precious family that joyously turned from 2 to 3.

    Can't wait to hear more of your precious story.

    Love. Love. Love.

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  120. Random MomApril 1, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    Congratulations on your healthy and beautiful baby girl! I wish you and your family health and happiness.

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  121. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    YAY! congrats!! she is perfect. :)

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  122. AndreaApril 1, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    congratulations! she is so beautiful, my eyes teared up when i saw this post. Love the name! can't wait to hear more about it.

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  123. Random MomApril 1, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Congratulations on your healthy and beautiful baby girl! Lots of health and happiness to your family.

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  124. MelApril 1, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Absolutely beautiful. Congratulations to you and yours. warm wishes for the path ahead.

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  125. Nikole TaylorApril 1, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    YAY! The biggest smile came to my face when I saw this post! She looks so much like Michael! B-e-a-u-t-i-f-u-l! It's strange, I've been following your blog since last July and I feel like I sort of know you! Thanks for sharing this :)

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  126. AmandaApril 1, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    So beautiful, you are so blessed. Enjoy every single second. Is her name pronounced E-Lodie or El-odie? I googled the Farsi reference does it mean "melody"? Its a beautiful name!

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  127. Brooklyn MonkeyApril 1, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    Congratulations! Welcome to your biggest adventure yet :)

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  128. C.M.NApril 1, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    She is absolutely adorable! and that hair, gorgeous! Congratulations! Enjoy these days, time flies much too fast.

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  129. AshleyApril 1, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    Congratulations Aura, she's perfect!

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  130. AmeliaApril 1, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    Congratulations!
    She's adorable :-)

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  131. geeApril 1, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    CONGRATS!
    she is absolulty beautiful. <3

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  132. Christine ChitnisApril 1, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    Oh Aura...she is absolutely beautiful. Isn't your heart just bursting with joy right now?

    Savor these first moments with your baby girl- they go by so quickly. Welcome to the "mom club"- you are going to be amazing!

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  133. Mrs. BiscuitApril 1, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    She is beautiful, congrat! I adore the picture of her tiny toes and I'm loving all of the beautiful fabrics she is looking so comfortably swaddled in! Congrats a million =)


    MuffinLovesBiscuit

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  134. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Congratulations!!! She is so beautiful! And what an awesome name!! I have been reading your blog for several months and its been amazing to read about your journey into motherhood. Take care and enjoy!!!

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  135. stacyApril 1, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Stunning. Congratulations Aura! Love her name........

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  136. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Look at that hair!!! How lucky she is :)

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  137. MoriahApril 1, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    She is absolutely gorgeous. Congratulations to you and your beautiful family :)

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  138. Marlowe palomaApril 1, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    SHE'S HERE! Congratulations mama! I am so incredibly happy for you! Almost to the point of tears :) You've had such a beautiful pregnancy , this is the beginning of your new life as a wonderful and inspiring mama! <3

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  139. AshleyApril 1, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Aw. So much brown hair!!
    She is lovely.
    Congratulations to you both!

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  140. The FranglaiseApril 1, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    Congratulations!! So she came early in the end :) And she has French name, que c'est beau! Enjoy every minute of her littleness xx

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  141. ClaireApril 1, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    Awwww...so happy for you! Looking forward to more details. She is beautiful. :)
    Claire

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  142. KelleyApril 1, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    Elodie Neda~such a beautiful name. I hope you tell us about choosing this name for her.

    She's beautiful. Enjoy this time!

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  143. CurlyApril 1, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    I've got no words... she's she's even more than beautiful!
    CONGRATULATIONS!

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  144. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    CONGRATS! SHE'S PRECIOUS!
    It's so funny, I started reading your blog yesterday, saw so many gorgeous pictures and posts about the baby... I feel very happy for you! She's gorgeous and the pictures are great! All the best!!!

    Ana
    http://my-newlywedlife.blogspot.com

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  145. koosh @ candidkooshApril 1, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    Congrats to the new family - Bless you all!

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  146. Scott and TabiApril 1, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    congrats you guys! she's absolutely perfect!

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  147. MindyApril 1, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    Such beauty from a tiny little girl! Conrats to you. Soak up all that she is!

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  148. UnknownApril 1, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    So much hair!! She's absolutely beautiful! I love her name! CONGRATULATIONS!!!

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  149. AshleyApril 1, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    Congratulations Aura! She is absolutely beautiful!

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  150. NatalieApril 1, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    I've been checking your blog every day to see if she arrived... This post made my day. She's absolutely beautiful! Congrats!

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  151. LeslieApril 1, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    Congratulations! She's beautiful!

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  152. Amanda GibsonApril 1, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    Congratulations! She's beautiful!

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  153. laurenApril 1, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    congratulations on your new little bundle of love!
    she is precious! :)
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  154. AnitaApril 1, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Oh my goodness. She's just beautiful. Congratulations!

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  155. ChristinaApril 1, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    Congratulations! She is beautiful and simply amazing. Enjoy every minute!

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  156. CourtApril 1, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    Oh my, she's gorgeous! Look at all that hair! My heart leaped when I saw your new post (i've been checking everyday). Congratulations.

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  157. UnknownApril 1, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    Congratulations! She's absolutely beautiful!

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  158. StephApril 1, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    ahhhhhh congratulations!!! she is stunning - i love the hair!!!!

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  159. HeliApril 1, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    Congratulations Aura! She is so beautiful. I wish all the best to your family.

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  160. NerdcakesApril 1, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    What a beautiful baby girl :)

    Biggest congratulations to you and your hubby. Cheers to a beautiful journey for your family!

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  161. Elisabeth.April 1, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    she is beautiful.
    i can't believe all the hair on her head!

    congrats!

    ♥elisabeth

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  162. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    Congrats! What a lovely name for her too! Best wishes to you all

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  163. --rock over londonApril 1, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Precious. Good luck and good job!!!

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  164. Home Sweet TexomaApril 1, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    She's perfect! Congratulations. <3

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  165. Bethany BassettApril 1, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    She is unbelievably precious. Such huge congratulations to you; enjoy the babymoon!

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  166. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    Congrats!

    I must say, that's a very beautiful newborn. If you hadn't put the date she was born I would have figured she was 2-3 weeks old.

    Best wishes!

    xo

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  167. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    Congratulations! She is SO beautiful!
    Enjoy EVERY second!

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  168. MarieApril 1, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    Welcome, welcome, sweet Elodie -- and congratulations, Mama and Papa!!!! She is beautiful. Look at that hair!!!!! Can't wait to hear your story about her arrival. Congratulations again.... so happy for you. There truly is no happiness like a parent's joy in their child.

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  169. RebeccaApril 1, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    She's gorgeous! Congratulations! I was hoping she'd come soon. Can't wait to hear all about it! Yay! :)

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  170. mama DApril 1, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    oh my, the little bird has landed :) isn't she lovely? enjoy these first days - they will fly by. . .

    (i think she looks like daddy)

    hope you're healing and resting well. congratulations on your bestest creation. you two sure know what the heck you're doing!

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  171. TJApril 1, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl! She is a doll. Enjoy every second.

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  172. MichelleApril 1, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    I've known of your blog for weeks now and have thoroughly admired your work and perspective in life, so much so that I am wanting to name our little one (expecting first week of June) after you! I love your name! Anyway, I just wanted to say congratulations on your beautiful baby! She is very lucky to have such a wonderful mom like you who clearly holds such a positive outlook in life! Enjoy motherhood!

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  173. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    I have been growing bigger in the tummy with you. Your daughter is beautiful, and I am so happy that you are encountering such blessings. - Your little doll is an angel- and she is precious beyond words. What beautiful hair.. so perfect they are.. little babies.
    :) I can't wait <3

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  174. LearningApril 1, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    I am so excited for you! She is so lovely. I cannot get over her little toenails! Thanks so much for showing these lovely shots of her ;).

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  175. JulieApril 1, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    AHHHH...she's beautiful! Really, very so happy for you, you must feel so blessed. I can't wait to hear her birth story. Welcome to the world baby!

    xo

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  176. JodiApril 1, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    Welcome to the world precious one. May your life be blessed with health, happiness and an ocean of abundance x

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  177. ielsApril 1, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    ooooh congratulations, what a lovely girl& nice pictures!
    lot's of fun, love& joy for the 3 of you from the Netherlands

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  178. IzziieeApril 1, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Oh she is BEAUTIFUL! Congrats!

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  179. agapelifeApril 1, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    congrats, she's of course stunning and so pleased you are already home!

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  180. MarfioApril 1, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    Congratulations on your healthy beautiful baby - and what a head of hair. She's lovely - enjoy all your nesting time together.

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  181. JessicaApril 1, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    She is lovely. Elodie is such a beautiful name! Congratulations, I know you will have so many precious moments together :)

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  182. AnnaApril 1, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    Congratulations!!!! She is beautiful!!! I am in love with her name.

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  183. AlexandraApril 1, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    Congratulations a hundred times over! I have no doubt this little comment will get lost in the mix of all the others, but I had to take the time to tell you that your daughter is incredibly beautiful. It's so magical to have followed your journey through pregnancy here, and now get to see the result. Beautiful, just beautiful.

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  184. CasanilesApril 1, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    Congratulations. She is as beautiful as you.

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  185. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    Prune toes! Congrats to you guys! <3

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  186. MiriamApril 1, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    Oh, she is so beautiful! Congratulations!

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  187. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    Congratulations!!! She is gorgeous! I ADORE her shiny dark hair and plump little cheekies!
    Just beautiful...
    - Hayley

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  188. MariaApril 1, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    Congratulations! She is beautiful.

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  189. BobbieApril 1, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    She is beautiful beyond words. Congrats!

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  190. Simply Mel {Reverie}April 1, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    PERFECTION...in every single way.

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  191. MaryApril 1, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    Congrats Aura! Welcome little elodie. My friend's first born has the same name - so pretty!

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  192. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    Oh my gosh! How wonderful! She's absolutely beautiful! Love her name as well. Congratulations to you and your family!

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  193. JulianaApril 1, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    COngratulations!! She is adorable!

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  194. ~3iNnA~April 1, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    Congratulation Aura & Michael!! She is sooooo adorable.

    ahhhh look at those cute little toes.

    Enjoy every moment and looking forward to reading more.

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  195. RachelApril 1, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    Absolutely breathtakingly beautiful!!! Congrats Aura and Michael xoxoxo

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  196. MelanieApril 1, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    Oh gosh AURA! This brought a tear to my eye. She's beautiful.

    Congrats and best wishes to you both!! I'm sure "Mommy" looks wonderful on you. ;)

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  197. camilaApril 1, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    Congratulations, Aura and Michael!! Welcome, Elodie!

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  198. RachelApril 1, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Hello Baby Elodie! You are the perfect combination of both your parents -- make sure you spend a lot of time giving them sweet baby kisses and smiles (it will make them melt!).

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  199. JhopeApril 1, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    She's so lovely. Huge congrats. Is "Neda" in memory of? Makes me cry reading the name Neda...so special.

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  200. MelissaApril 1, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    So true, how life begins when you see your child for the very first time, and many other times in the years to follow.

    May you pass along your amazing inward and outward beauty and zeal for life to this sweet little girl.

    Blessings,
    Melissa

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I love your words, advice, stories, and support more than you know. Thank you, thank you, thank you for always adding a bit of light to my day when you leave little notes.

Aura