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Last night, Ryan's sister Jill had a baby girl. It was an amazing experience to be part of this moment.

I've been very lucky to be feel welcomed in Ryan's family from the beginning. Coming from a Puerto Rican family, I'm used to feel the warmth of a home, the smell of something delicious always cooking in the kitchen, and the sometimes overwhelming presence of every family member in the decision making process. I miss that. And luckily, for the past year I have been able to witness that warmth with Ryan's family.

My best friend in PR, Jo Ann, had her first daughter a couple of years ago. It was exciting but I didn't have the opportunity to be there for most of the process. So it was the first time that someone close to me was preparing to give birth. The whole process was very exciting, and the anticipation to meet baby Ava grew in everyone each day.

When Brian, Jill's husband, came out to the waiting area to let us come in... and then when we entered the room where Jill was lying in bed holding the baby... it was magical. A true miracle had happened and it was hard to contain the tears of jot. At this point I felt a little like I wasn't supposed to be there because I was not part of the family. So I backed up a little and this gave me the opportunity to watch everyone in the room embracing the moment in their own way. Ryan's dad was specially amusing. It was just great to watch the family welcome a new member with so much love. And Baby Ava is just beautiful! So alert and welcoming every touch and kiss. Letting everyone carry her and take pictures. So much beauty, peace, love....

And it was cool to watch Ryan react to all this. At first, almost not knowing what his role was in the whole situation. His sister had asked to go pick up their dog when the time came. That was a hilarious moment... Bc if you knew Audrey (the dog)... she's special. I was amused by listening to him talk to his dad as we waited in ths hospital. And then the smile on his face when he first saw Ava. And when he finally got the courage to hold hold her. And I got the chance to hold her too! I had never seen a baby so small and I was scared but some how it made me feel safe.

It's exciting!