Dear Hope, I've shared some of your journey here for the past five years. I've written so that people could pray and come alongside us, and they have, in ways that I will forever be grateful for. I've written so I could process the thoughts and emotions I've wrestled with along the way. And I've … Continue reading He Will Not Fail You
Tag: Deuteronomy 31:8
The Road Goes Ever On
Nine days after her third heart surgery, our little "Wonder Woman" was discharged from the hospital. We celebrated that night with play time in our apartment and delicious local takeout for dinner, but the real celebration came the next afternoon when we arrived home and the girls were reunited. Watching their sweet hug was the … Continue reading The Road Goes Ever On
He Goes Ahead
In March, when the whole coronavirus quarantine began, I decided to take advantage of the extra time with Natalie to read The Chronicles of Narnia (C.S. Lewis) together. I've lost count of how many times I've read them, but this was the first time with Natalie and it was such a joy to experience them … Continue reading He Goes Ahead
Waiting on the Edge of Battle
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
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
Come Sojourn 