Swish, swish, swish. Little Russell Jr. watched his fist as he swung it through the H20 environment that both confined him and kept him safe. He especially liked it when his fist would bounce off the soft surroundings of his bubble. The rebound was exhilarating, as it was unexpected. He wondered how long he would … Continue reading 46. Growing

Today was reading about Hannah in 1 Samuel in the Bible. It is interesting to me that her song of praise wasn't until she had really in action given her son to God. I felt challenged that even though I now will have a son, in reality and in my heart's desire this little boy … Continue reading 45. Hannah

The further along in the pregnancy that we are getting, the more real it is becoming that our son will likely be born alive.  Every day that he gives me high fives through Alex's tummy, every day that I pray for him to grow in stature and wisdom and favour with God and man, and … Continue reading 44. This is a thing that’s actually happening.

Second Trimester I have been thinking about the second trimester and how God perfectly designed pregnancy to have a bit of a lull in it, when you are not dealing with nausea as much or being exceeding round and big. A time when it has really dawned on us, we are going to have a … Continue reading 43. Second Trimester

“Sweet, I did it again.. that was the fastest flip I have ever done.” The Creator smiled at the little boy who already enjoyed speed and motion. “Yes, you are quite the creation of mine and your quickness will continue to give me great pleasure, but don't forget to enjoy whatever you are doing with … Continue reading 42. Twenty-two weeks and growing

I had a bit of nerves going into this ultrasound day, as the last one several weeks ago brought a shock of news that numbed me for the rest of the ultrasound. But by the time I was in the hospital, I had the peace that passes our understanding and experiences wash over me. We … Continue reading 41. Ultrasound

Kick, kick, nudge. Well, the little one is certainly active. He is making it known to me that he is present. And like every pregnant mother experiences, he is creating awareness of ligaments and muscles that we don't know existed before this baby has joined our lives. There is joy in carrying this little one, … Continue reading 40. Dance Studio

“It's so amazing,” exclaimed the little one to his Creator, “There are so many parts of me that can move. Watch this I can even do things with my mouth.” This was followed by a small sucking sound and a swallow that was noticeable in the babies throat. Immediately after this was accomplished this baby, … Continue reading 39. Dance Class

Oh how good it was to hear the little ones beating heart after so many weeks of only having the last memory hearing his heart beat being dulled by the given knowledge that there was only one heart beat. This time it was pure joy, and a bit of relief to hear the strong sound … Continue reading 38. Reassurance

It had been a few weeks since the little one's twin had gone quiet, still, and the realization that his sibling was gone stung in his wee beating heart. If he had the ability to have a facial expression, it would have been of sorrow for those hours of realization that his twin was not … Continue reading 38. Alone but not …