One week and counting . . .

I believe this week has been one of the most beautiful and sacred weeks of my life. Norah is incredible. I just look at her all day. I feel like she is so full of light and goodness. Just looking at her seems to soothe and comfort me. She sleeps of course most of the time which makes cuddling our favorite activity. I simply can't get enough of her. I love to watch her little faces while she sleeps: smiles, frowns, cry face etc... She sleeps well, eats well and is beyond chill. I couldn't ask for more. I still haven't heard her full-fledge cry. She gives me little squeaks to let me know she's hungry, but never cries.
I've been amazed how quickly my love for her developed. It isn't like the love I grew for Brian through courtship. That love took time and grew each day. That love continues to grow (although I always feel like there is no way I could love him anymore than I already do.) However, my love for Norah was there instantly. I pushed her out of me, they laid her immediately on my chest and I wept with love for her. I have such an intense love and feeling of protection for her. She makes my life so beautiful and sweet. I can't thank God enough for this little angel.