Reflections

It has been a while since I last posted and will update on the latest soon, but wanted to reflect on this year before it is over.

2010 has been quite the year.

* It started out with a positive test saying we would soon be facing the arrival of another little one.

* Trying to take the nights, one by one and realizing I was a night owl not only cause I enjoy the evenings but because deep down I hated falling asleep. Deep down fearing falling asleep only to be woken up to dreadful news.

* Anticipating every appointment and praying that this little one's heart would be ok and that my body would be able to carry her.

* Celebrating Lilliana's first anniversary of when her Maker took her to be with Him.

* Enjoying a summer of relaxation and quality time with Roger, Luke and Liv.
I couldn't have asked for a better summer. God allowed this summer to be so special so that I could see just how many blessings are right in front of me. It made me realize that God only does give me what's BEST for me.

* Struggling with the wonder of just how this little baby would be entering the world.
Fearing the thought of a vbac with the possibility of abrupting as well as the thought of having a c-section and reliving all of the moments I had during Lilliana's delivery.

 Then,

* Rejoicing over a perfectly healthy baby girl along with a safe delivery.

* Welcoming Annelyse Marie to our family.

* Slowing things down a bit because not much is important enough to stress over.

It's been a long year, a trying year, a good year.

One filled with blessings. So many that I just can't name them all.

Realizing that if God can give me so many blessings in just a year, then how much more will he give me this next year!

"Thank you dear Father for being so gracious and loving! Thank you for keeping me safe and Annelyse safe these last 11 months. You continue to pour out your blessings when my faith is weak and my mind wanders. Continue to keep my eyes open so that I can see my circumstances for what they really are. BLESSINGS FROM YOU. Your GRACE is truly sufficient!"