When Chesney was born, she originally slept in a cozy swing beside mommy's bed. Soon, she moved into the lacy bassinet which played pretty music and tickled when it vibrated.
And then, just before Christmas, the family cradle arrived.
The cradle was built in 1880 by Geat Great Grampa, Dr. Charles Schott M.D. for his youngest son Darwin Schott M.D. It was used by Darwin's two children, Louise in 1907 an Charles in 1913. It was used by all three of his grandchildren: Karen in 1936, Roberta in 1938, and Catherine in 1956. It then rocked Darwin's six great grandchildren including Kristin and her two sisters, Susan and Sandy. Moving into the fifth generation, you can see how excited we were to add the fifth great great grand baby to the long list of names adorning the side of the cradle.
