Corey
Naomi: Come and meet your niece, Hope.
I practically bounced into the hospital, eager to meet my new niece. After a night spent in anticipation, I was finally going to hold little Hope. When I reached her room, I peeked inside to see Naomi sitting up with a small bundle in her arms. She then looked up and saw me and her face lit up. I stepped in quietly, as I didn’t want to disturb what appeared to be a peaceful moment. I took notice that Naomi looked exhausted even though her eyes sparkled with love.
“Hey, you,” I whispered as I moved closer.
“Hey…meet Hope,” Naomi replied softly as she smiled at Hope. My heart swelled as I moved even closer, and Naomi carefully handed Hope over to me. She was so tiny, wrapped in a soft pink blanket. Her little hands curled up against her ches
