Linda, fantastic job!!! and how thrilled you must be to look Olivia in the face.
I've had 2 VBACs and in some ways my labours were like yours: I tend to go quiet and so people dismiss or downplay what is happening. If there is a next time, tell the midwives as early as possible that you are like that, so that they know to be alert.
Also, GOOD FOR YOU for knowing you felt like getting on the bed and then doing it. I felt the same with my first VBAC. I had a cherished idea of giving birth standing or squatting but when the time came, it was not what i wanted to do.
I'm so sorry about the tear and stitches. I hope you heal well and quickly. As you said, just focus on Olivia now. I love her name. Well done!