When Jami was born, she entered the world laughing. I waited to hear a newborn scream, but I heard laughter instead. I thought to myself, "This child is going to be an adventure." I watched her father, Michael, take her in his arms, and I felt complete. Jami was born at 1:50 on a Monday morning, after 47 hours of labor, 7 lbs. 7 oz., 21 inches long, and joyous laughter.