Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Baby Christ 8 weeks 4 days

We found out we are pregnant again.  I waited 3 months after Garrett went to Heaven to "try" and also needed that time to heal both physically and emotionally.  I'm at a much better place right now concerning him.   Gracie refers to him in conversations which is neat and I'll remember to tell her that when she gets a little older.  I've been sick with this little one and the first ultrasound showed a healthy baby with a heartbeat of 161, which made me feel such relief.  I was preparing myself for the worst.....just in case.  The last ultrasound we had with Garrett has made that reality settle in my mind.  I'm not forgetting to be joyful at the same time though.  There is a small problem on my placenta that I am praying about frequently though.....not trying to worry about it, but keeping it in my prayers.  The doctor says it will probably, likely, resolve.  I'm going to trust them on that one at least to keep my mind straight and trust that God wants us to have this baby here.   The other thing that makes me smile is that This Baby's due date is January 7th, which is the exact day that Garrett was delivered into Heaven.  This is not a coincidence.  I feel like God gave me that date to give me peace.  This new baby will be a blessing.  I still worry that I may not get to hold him or her in my arms, but I'm praying and trusting in God that I will.  Gracie is excited about being a big sister, Again.  She is already a big sister to Garrett and she'll have another little sibling to take care of.

Garrett's Box

Garrett's Box
His box had a little tiny blanket for him, a lion from Gracie, an Army man from Ryan, a Pooh Bear from me, letters from Kade and Addy, his Bible, a letter and Angel Bear from my mom, and a two dollar bill from my dad.