I have gotten lots of emails from people saying they are keeping the Linden’s in their thoughts and prayers so I wanted to post an update because Annabelle is scheduled to enter the world at 1:00pm today.
The Linden’s could use some positive thoughts…your support is always appreciated.
Here is an excerpt from their Blog
“Always the over-achievers, the Lindens have decided to forgo the next week and a half of anticipation and are set to welcome Annabelle to the world today. Holly began having some mild contractions this morning at about 5:30. They called their doctor a little later in the morning and he said to come on into the hospital. They arrived there at about 8:30, and after being monitored for about an hour, they have scheduled the C-section for 1:00 today.
Matt will keep me posted by phone and may send along some pictures from his phone. I will keep you updated on their progress throughout the afternoon.”
(The Linden’s maternity shoot)
::UPDATE::
Sorry I have not updated this sooner. If your not following Matt and Holly’s blog check it out HERE
Annabelle isn’t out of the woods yet but she is doing amazingly well…Here is another excerpt from Matt and Holly’s blog…
“Annabelle is here!
I just spoke to Wendy. She was delivered successfully a short while ago. The doctors gave her a bit of oxygen and then she started breathing, crying and swallowing on her own pretty quickly. She has also been waving her arms around. As expected, her legs were a bit deformed and there is an opening over her spine. The doctors covered the opening right away to keep it sterile and protected. Matt was able to hold her, and they set her down near Holly’s head so she could give her a kiss. Annabelle was then taken to the neonatal area where friends have been able to peek in on Annabelle one at a time.
The removal of Holly’s cysts also went well. She is in recovery and coming down off of anesthesia. Once she is able to sit up and be put in a wheelchair, she will be off to visit Annabelle. Matt and Holly will be meeting with the team of specialists tomorrow to go over the treatment plan. It sounds like little Annabelle has surprised them so far.
It sounds like Matt has a few good pictures he will hopefully forward on soon. Wendy also mentioned that one of the photographers that took the wonderful pictures of Matt and Holly will be stopping by the hospital to take some pictures of the new family.
Welcome to the world sweet Annabelle. Thank you all for your continued support and prayers.”
Unfortunately, I was unable to visit the Linden’s at the hospital yesterday..I have a HORRIBLE summer cold..I just couldn’t risk getting sweet Annabelle sick. Hopefully, I will be able to visit Annabelle on Tuesday when I am feeling a bit better.
Believe me, I know the feeling. 
