Waiting on Baby
Some days I still can’t believe the miracle gift that is happening at our house.
Three years ago on Valentines Day, David and I checked into the hospital for a D&C. The day when not only our dreams for a baby ended, but the journey with a molar pregnancy began.
Pink tulips have always spoken to me of hope and the promise of spring and new life; but when several people sent pink tulips to me during that time, they also began to symbolize hope for a healthy baby.
The next year in March our dreams were dashed again, this time during our tenth anniversary trip.
I still loved pink tulips; but sometimes I wondered if God had only given me a symbol of hope and not a promise to be fulfilled that long ago morning.
Today we are nine days away from a due date with a precious baby who by all appearances is alive and well.
I can’t wait to hold this baby … to smell that newborn smell.
I just wish she’d get here already. I want to tell her that I know it’s cozy in there, but I promise I’ll keep her swaddled and warm out here and there are four people already clamoring for turns to hold her.
And I know there’s an all you can eat buffet going on in there, but I’ll happily keep her tummy filled and pat her through the tummy aches of getting used to the real world.
There are warm blankets and soft onesies and darling little hats just waiting to be tried on.
Please, baby, come soon.
We’re all so ready to say hello.
You look beautiful and ready to have a baby. I’ll pray that you feel God wrapping you in a big blanket in these last days, and that they go quickly for you.
Last year at this time I was in your exact same shoes. Due Feb 26 and I thought she would never ever ever decide to make her appearance. She did, 2 days early and how can it be almost 1 year later already? Your little sweetness will be here before you know! Can’t wait to here the news. Until then, here’s wishing you lots of sleep and relaxation in preparation.
Along with all mothers everywhere – I so know the feeling… praying that she joins you soon!
The last days always seem to take FOREVER! You are beautiful!
Aaww, I didn’t remember that you’ve had such sad Valentine’s Days in the past! Of all days for tragic things to happen!! What a special gift this baby is, almost a redemption of sorts, that her due date is so close around this time of year that has brought so much sadness to you before. You look so beautiful, and I cannot wait to hear the news!!
i’m just now seeing this… and now. now she is safely here and in your arms! happy tears as i read this. dear zara has been in your heart for so long. i know your home is just full of adoration for the new daughter and sister. much love to you all.