today at 7pm, alessandra pushed her way into the world via warm running water and a humid environment in her mom and dad's bathroom. it was a short delivery, so short that both mom and dad had to attest to the strength of alessandra's character, prevalent already in one so young. and all the attention! paramedics from the fire department and the ambulance crowded into the bedroom/bathroom to offer medical service and comfort to the mother-once-again.

big brother mattias was confused by the sudden rush of activity but was happy nonetheless that he has risen in rank. his first words that night were, "momma?"

pictures will follow.