Meara Olive McDonald was born at 3:08am on June 12th, 2008. She weighs 7lbs 10oz and is a precious little girl. I especially like her when she is cozy and all swaddled up in blankets; she looks like a wonderful little jellybean. In fact, I think that is what I will call her. Little Jellybean. I’m a very proud aunt and sister. Frankly, I don’t know how Katie did it… gross, man. But the end product is more amazing than words can describe. The O’Meara clan is certainly growing. I met my parents at the hospital this morning, to meet little Meara. My Dad brought with him an old silver coin to fulfill the old Irish custom of having silver cross the palm of a newborn for good luck and a blessing of fortune. It was the same coin that crossed the palms of myself, my brother, my sister, and my nephew when we were all born. Today is a very happy day, and I’m so happy that Meara is finally here. She’s a fine lass.