Neeley KATHRYN Bennett

My best friend, Rachel, had her second baby on Tuesday.  They found out they were having a boy the first time but decided to keep this one a mystery.

As her family waited in the waiting room with anticipation, we finally got a text from John that the baby had arrived.  He sent a few above the waist pictures keeping us in suspense.  Then he sent a picture that showed the ID bracelet.  I told Rachel's aunt, "Let's look on the ID bracelet," thinking it would continue our speculating of any slight thing we could see.  I looked at the picture, zoomed in.....
and plain as day it said GIRL!!!!!

I was beyond ecstatic and trying to contain myself.  They asked me if it said anything and I said, "No!" not wanting to ruin John's big announcement.  Rachel's brother and sister-in-law saw my wide eyes as I looked at the picture and took a look for themselves.  Big smiles appeared on their faces.  Then Rachel's dad studied his camera and started yelling, "It says GIRL!"  I started filming as the grandmothers realized it was a girl.

We were all thrilled.  I wanted Rachel to have a girl so bad.  I know the joy Clayton brings me (not that a boy doesn't bring any) but Rachel had to experience bows, panties, and frilly, pink clothes for herself.
After talking about Garner having a little sister and how excited we were,  John came out to make what he thought was the big announcement.

When he announced her name, Neeley KATHRYN Bennett, I lost it.  Hence why the camera shuts off.

I knew if she had a little girl the first name would be Neeley (Rachel's maiden name) but she completely blindsided me with Kathryn.  She even B-Sed me a few days before telling me middle names she was "considering".  Anyhow, I am beyond flattered.

 
Neeley Kathryn Bennett
June 19, 2012
12:58pm
7 pounds 2 ounces
19.25 inches
 
 

Now Clayton has a boyfriend and a best friend!