August 8th will be Henley's birthday, or maybe sooner if the Lord sees fit.
We had our weekly appointment today and like the previous weeks, all is looking wonderful! We were shocked to have a date so soon (apparently my due date is August 15th rather than the 23rd...which puts my 39th week a week earlier). When I called Bryant to tell him we had it scheduled he asked how I was feeling...
Hmmm...I was feeling butterflies, sick to my stomach, overwhelmed, nervous, unsure, excited, but yet thankful. That's a lot of emotions but I felt everyone of those for the rest of the afternoon.
We are ready to hold this little girl, our precious daughter, in our arms. However, there's that tiny feeling of uncertainty that creeps in...not knowing what is going to happen on that day!
I have a tendency to go into panic mode and I must admit I hung up the phone with Bryant and ran to Henley's room and began pulling out things to wash. I honestly think it's how I handle stressful situations...it drives my dear hubby nuts! :)
I said earlier I felt thankful. I can't really get passed that feeling-I'm thankful that we've had these past 20 weeks with our daughter. I am thankful that she has fought for her life. I am thankful that the Lord has shown us so much of his faithfulness over these past 9 months. I am thankful that my husband told me to put my game face on and get prepared. I am thankful that the Lord is using my family to bring Him glory. I am thankful that I am the mom of not one, but 2 amazing kids and that the Lord answered our prayer to bring us a daughter.
But I am most thankful that my hope is not in what will happen on August 8th , but in Him.
Please pray that these next 2 (yes, TWO!!!!!!) weeks would be filled with rest for us and that the peace that comes from Christ would surround us. Also, pray that decisions would be clear and we would have discernment for the days ahead! My prayer is that I wouldn't get caught up in getting ready for Henley's arrival that I would miss the last few weeks of this amazing ride!
This picture is from last week's ultrasound. She is looking more like her big brother, has lots of hair, and has moved into the 11th percentile!
Praising God for His amazing blessings!
I read about your precious little one on Kelly's Korner. I just wanted you to know that I am keeping you and your family in my prayers and asking for God's peace and joy, and for protection for Henley. I love her name, by the way!
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I found your blog from Kelly's korner too. I am praying for you and your sweet family from Mobile, AL!
ReplyDeleteI will be on my knees Aug. 8th as will my Bible study ladies! Love you Whitney! I think you've got a fighter on your hands! :)
ReplyDeleteWhitney, We continue to pray for your family as I know that the trials are never easy but the joy that will come with Henley's arrival will be great. Thank you for sharing this journey with us! I look forward to maybe running into you all sometime and seeing the amzing family of 4 that is soon to be :)
ReplyDeleteJust found your blog. My daughter has a rare form of dwarfism and we have friends with OI. Please let me know if you'd like to chat with me or our friends.
ReplyDeleteSorry....email address would be nice! :)
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Whit! What a powerful blog! I am so encouraged
ReplyDeleteBy you and your family's faith as you continue to
Seek His strength! Praying for you all this week
As you embrace and find rest in Him alone! My family
And my small group will be on our knees August 8th!
Continue to press into Him! He is so faithful!! Love you!
Hannah
Praying for you sweet Whitney and your precious family! You are an inspiration to so many of us and your love of our Lord is awe inspiring! I can't wait for your little future Phi Mu to get here! We are praying and anxious for this precious little girl to get here!
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Pam Nix
So sorry for your incredible loss.
ReplyDeleteBeen following your story and I'm deeply sorry for the loss of your precious baby girl. Hoping and praying that God gives you the strength that you need right now.
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