I have been totally blown away by how God has provided everything we need and even some things we just want for our new baby! He has provided us with a dresser, crib, bassinet, pack & play, swing, bouncy seat, bedding, clothes, stroller and car seat- all at no cost to us!! Then my dear friend Laura hosted me a baby shower where I was overwhelmed by every one's generosity. Every time I look at everything we have for the baby, I am amazed! I am a simple person who loves to help others, so it almost makes me uncomfortable to be taken care of. We have been provided with more support than we could ever repay. We have amazing friends. From just listening to me whine on the phone to bringing us supper to just being there, we are so thankful. God has provided more blessings in our life than we could ever deserve. He knows exactly what we need when we need it, and He knew that we needed these people to get us through a very trying second half of this pregnancy. I haven't admitted this to many people, but for a long time, I regretted getting pregnant because of the financial strain it has put on us. I saw this pregnancy as a burden instead of a blessing. We are still trying to dig completely out of that hole, but thankfully, there is light at the end of the tunnel. God is good, even in the hard times. He took feelings I was struggling with and used a complication to show me how much of a blessing each of my children are and how He planned them even if I didn't. As I am approaching the end of what will more than likely be my last pregnancy, I am eagerly awaiting the moment I get to hold this baby in my arms. The same baby that months ago I was unsure about. I am so thankful that God knows better than I do, because I could only imagine the blessings I would miss out on if I was in charge of the path my life should take.
Time to wash hair! Can't tell if he is protesting or enjoying it!
All clean and wrapped up! I love that clean baby smell!!!
He fell asleep on the counter! I guess getting a bath wears a little man out!!
Who would have thought this sweet little guy would have made his first trip to church so difficult! It started the night before when he only let his momma get 4 hours of sleep (NOT consecutive!) causing us to over sleep. We finally got out the door 30 minutes late! Oh well, we have a new baby- people will understand! On the way, I hear the dreaded sound of Matthew spitting up. Not just a little bit, but all over everything. I had tucked his burp cloth under his chin to keep his outfit clean, but that didn't help. It went all over his burp cloth, his outfit, and his warm blanket! When we get to church, we drop off the other three and go to the nursery to change Matt's clothes. We finally get to our SS class very late. Our arrival totally disturbs class, because every one wants to hold the little guy. We make it through the remainder of SS without an incident and head to worship. Matt and I stay for singing and then head to the nursing room for him to eat. We are still doing good at this point, until I go to change his diaper. He proceeded to pee on his back up outfit! I had only packed one extra outfit!! I know, this is kid #4, I should know better! This left us with a white long sleeve onsie, white socks, a white blanket, and a hat! At least it all matched! Needless to say, I was tired by the time we got home! Hopefully next week will be easier!
We love the snow- even if it only shows up every once and a while and never stays very long!
Grace and Matthew
Big Sister Ella and her little brother
My boys- Big Jon and Little Matt
God's gift to our family!!
This is my all time favorite picture of me and my 3. I just love this moment! For as long as I can remember, I have wanted nothing more than to be a mom. It wasn't easy to get pregnant with my first two, so I couldn't even imagine that I would end up having four children. This will be the last post until our little man arrives. I have to report to the hospital tomorrow night, so tomorrow will be spent on final details. I covet your prayers and can't wait to introduce our new little man to everyone.
Jonathon is a wonderful big brother! He is so excited about having a little brother to love on.
4 DAYS!!!
This picture makes me smile. Ella is only 2 days old and already she is letting her brother and sister know what she thinks. Grace is the same age in this picture as Ella is now- they look so much alike!!!
BABY EDITION! (Isn't Ella adorable!!)
8 DAYS!!!
Today I am thankful for:
