Meet Wright County’s first baby of 2014

There were three new little ones born in Wright County on January 1, 2014, but Dezirae Rose Lenz has the title of being the first baby of the new year.

Dustin Lenz and Breanna Jensen, Dezirae’s dad and mom, never imagined they would have a New Year’s baby since her due date was December 27.

“We were hoping for a Christmas baby, but this turned out to be a much better New Year’s gift,” said Dustin.

When Breanna came into the hospital on Sunday evening, Dec. 29, having contractions, they thought their bundle of joy was going to arrive not too far off from the original expected date. But baby Dezirae was only starting with the surprises. The doctor sent them home. It wasn’t time yet.

Read the full article in the Jan. 8 edition of the WCM.