Ever since receiving our baby girl's diagnosis, a scene from Lord of the Rings has been replaying in my head. Pippin, a hobbit known more for his curiosity-induced mischief than any sort of bravery or prowess in war, has been made a Guard of the Citadel in Gondor, where the battle for Middle Earth will … Continue reading Waiting on the Edge of Battle
A Complicated Little Heart
We had our appointment with the pediatric cardiologist today for a fetal echocardiogram (a detailed ultrasound of the heart). We have some more information and potential scenarios moving forward, however there are also some things that cannot be determined yet and most likely won't be able to be fully known until after the baby is … Continue reading A Complicated Little Heart
Some Good News and More Waiting
Fifteen days ago we found out that our baby girl had several serious complications including fluid around her lungs and a heart defect. Today was our follow up appointment - an ultrasound and meeting with the doctor and genetic counselor. For fifteen days we have prayed and wept over this little girl... both for a … Continue reading Some Good News and More Waiting
Sometimes Lightning Does Strike Twice
Last Thursday we received the devastating news that our baby, a third little girl, has several serious complications. According to the doctors the prognosis is very poor and they told us that we should not expect this baby to survive. My heart ached as I absorbed the idea that this little girl, who we have … Continue reading Sometimes Lightning Does Strike Twice
Dear Faith
Dear Faith, Happy 5th birthday my sweet daughter! I can't believe it has been five years since I held you in my arms. It's funny, but ever since you were born I've pictured you in Heaven about the age you would be now. I don't know why but that's how I've often imagined you... a … Continue reading Dear Faith
Adventures in (Amateur) Gardening
When we found out that our town recently built a community garden at a park just minutes from our house we decided to dig in (pun intended) to a new adventure - growing vegetables. Though our yard has room for a garden, it is also continually visited by deer, rabbits, woodchucks, etc which would make … Continue reading Adventures in (Amateur) Gardening
Behind the Blue Swing
There's a worn patch of grass behind the blue swing. I stand there, pushing and pushing, until my arms ache. Sometimes she giggles or sings or chats with me. Sometimes she calls "higher, higher!" and I do my best to oblige, despite the fact that she is much bigger than she was last year, and … Continue reading Behind the Blue Swing
The Courage to Wait
Natalie is on a Cinderella kick right now. We do a lot of fairy godmother magic together... turning invisible pumpkins into equally invisible carriages and making imaginary glass slippers appear on our feet. She sweeps her wand of pink and blue ribbons through the air and creates a palace in our family room so we … Continue reading The Courage to Wait
Summer Challenge 8: Daniel in the Lions Den
Wow, it's the last week of the Summer Challenge already?! I hope you and your family have enjoyed coming along with us. Thanks so much for being part of this! Week 8: Daniel in the Lions Den Read: Daniel 6 Apply: Prayer is very important. Each of us should spend time every day praying - … Continue reading Summer Challenge 8: Daniel in the Lions Den
Summer Challenge 7: Fiery Furnace
Week 7: Fiery Furnace Read: Daniel 3 Apply: Sometimes following God and standing up for what we believe means standing alone when everyone else is doing something different. But we are never really alone because God is always with us. We serve a powerful God! He is the only one who deserves our worship. Make it … Continue reading Summer Challenge 7: Fiery Furnace
Come Sojourn 