One year ago today...
One year ago today I was laying in a hospital bed waiting to meet my second daughter for the first time. Jason and I were holding her beautiful name a special secret and I couldn't wait to share her with my family. As I think back about that beautiful time of waiting I just can't believe that this precious baby was in my womb, waiting to meet me. Waiting to be held by me. Waiting to be loved by me. Waiting to be my child.
I never cease to be in awe of the process the Lord takes a Mothers body through. The intricate creation that He plans from beginning to end to give His child life. I have four little babies that He has perfectly created and I anticipate meeting our precious one in Heaven some day. To think that I have been given such unique and perfectly crafted gifts - just for me - from my Father is overwhelming. What an awesome way to truly feel and know His love for me.
Mary Anna has been such a joy from the first moment she left my body and was laid in my arms. I still remember the warmth of her skin as I looked at her for the first time and realized that she was not completely mine to snuggle anymore, but now she was going to experience the love of so many as she enters the world.
From the beginning she has been our little laid back sweetie that has a strong personaility, one that can tell us firmly what she wants or needs but can still transition into an easygoing child that loves to sit back and enjoy her family around her or be the center of attention making all of us laugh and smile. What a pleasant combination of strength, gentleness, and joy.
This morning as I cried tears of remembrance and letting go, I told Jason that I cannot wait to watch her grow and discover her personality but, at the same time, I cannot help but wish this past year were here to enjoy again before I have to let it pass.
Right now, my favorite time each day is when Mary Anna rests her head on my shoulder or chest, completely willing to rest in my arms. When she snuggles into my skin I am quiet and still, enjoying each and every moment until she pulls away.
As I look back over this past year I think that this will be something Jason and I do often....relish the time she is close and hold onto each moment until she pulls away.
Once again, you are enjoying incredible images documenting the lives of my children
because of my beautiful sister and awesome brother-in-law!
I never cease to be in awe of the process the Lord takes a Mothers body through. The intricate creation that He plans from beginning to end to give His child life. I have four little babies that He has perfectly created and I anticipate meeting our precious one in Heaven some day. To think that I have been given such unique and perfectly crafted gifts - just for me - from my Father is overwhelming. What an awesome way to truly feel and know His love for me.
Mary Anna has been such a joy from the first moment she left my body and was laid in my arms. I still remember the warmth of her skin as I looked at her for the first time and realized that she was not completely mine to snuggle anymore, but now she was going to experience the love of so many as she enters the world.
From the beginning she has been our little laid back sweetie that has a strong personaility, one that can tell us firmly what she wants or needs but can still transition into an easygoing child that loves to sit back and enjoy her family around her or be the center of attention making all of us laugh and smile. What a pleasant combination of strength, gentleness, and joy.
This morning as I cried tears of remembrance and letting go, I told Jason that I cannot wait to watch her grow and discover her personality but, at the same time, I cannot help but wish this past year were here to enjoy again before I have to let it pass.
Right now, my favorite time each day is when Mary Anna rests her head on my shoulder or chest, completely willing to rest in my arms. When she snuggles into my skin I am quiet and still, enjoying each and every moment until she pulls away.
As I look back over this past year I think that this will be something Jason and I do often....relish the time she is close and hold onto each moment until she pulls away.
Mary means 'beloved'
Anna means 'favor or grace'
Once again, you are enjoying incredible images documenting the lives of my children
because of my beautiful sister and awesome brother-in-law!
Adorable!!! Can't believe she is a year old!!!!!!!!! MY the time goes by... I miss seeing you :)
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