Hazel Charlotte Aston

Hazel is here! She was born at home on April 1, 2009 at 3:10 p.m. She was 7 lbs 7 ounces and was 20 and a half inches long. We love her dark head of hair, we'll see if she keeps it. It was amazing and enjoyable to have her born at home. She is an angel. Zach is a very loving brother.



What's in a name? I have always loved the name Hazel, probably from growing up with stories about Aunt Hazel. My Grandpa recently said his Aunt Hazel was the superstar of the miracle their extended family was after his mom died when he was a kid. His Aunt Hazel moved in permanently and helped raise them. Zach was going to be Hazel (his original due date was even her birthday) until we found out he was a boy. I think he will thank us for saving the name for his sister.



Charlotte is a special name in Andy's family. The name is his sisters first name, his mothers middle name, his Omi's (German grandmother) first name. I don't know if it goes back further, I guess I better find out. I think it is a beautiful name and was the only contender with Hazel for a first name. The owner's of that name in Andy's family are amazing women and we are glad to have them as examples for our daughter.