preparing.for.your.birth {Charleigh Mykael}

Eagerness, anxiety, joy, curiosity, and wonder flood my heart and at times consume my thoughts...

Thirty-five, nearly thirty-six weeks have past since God began forming you. His incredible design formed your every part with a uniqueness that is unmatchable. {Only final touches remain...}

Daddy has been ready for your arrival for thirty-five, nearly thirty-six weeks. It's nearly a daily occurrence that he utters "Charleigh, can you hurry this up please". He patterns his love and affection for you as Christ loves and cares for us.

Ryleigh's love for you fills my heart with such delight. In precious moments she embraces you {with hugs to my belly} with sweet, soft words "Charleigh, this is your sister and I love you".

24 days remain. 24 days. 24 days until your first breathe and sensation of touch. 24 days. 24 days until we embrace. 24 days. 24 days until we are a family of 4. 24 days.

Behold, children are a gift of the LORD, The fruit of the womb is a reward. Psalm 127:3 (NASB)

Charleigh Mykael...welcome to the family...we love you...

Ryleigh's 4

Ryleigh turned 4 at 8:29pm yesterday...

The memories of her 4 years years of life flooded my brain over the last week or so: the infant moments - three hour feeding schedule, jaundice, hospitalizations, diaper blowouts, preemie clothes, teething, sitting up alone, solid food, calming affect of Something Beautiful by Newsboys, scooting backwards, crawling, bruises, hearing "mama" and "dada", walking; the toddler moments - building her vocabulary with words and phrases, running in the yard with her puppy, experiencing and trying new things, dancing with joy, singing along to Christian music, riding her four wheeler, traveling to several states, going to Disney World, snuggling with mommy and daddy, wearing glasses, praying and and singing of her love for Jesus...

And the journey continues...

She is turning into a young lady in front of my tear filled eyes. My heart literally aches and rejoices all at the same time. Praying that God uses Ryleigh's tender heart, passionate character, and loving spirit in an amazing and special way for His honor and glory. I am so honored and excited to be able to personally witness this incredible journey.

Mommy loves you Ryleigh Jo...