Yes, we’re now in the 2nd trimester of pregnancy, which is very good news. A little over a week ago we had an ultrasound, which showed a tiny *baby* waving its arms and legs around, looking so much like a little person already! The baby was measuring right on track, and we got to hear the heartbeat, which was a big relief.
I’m still not sure that it has really sunk in yet. There have already been so many prayers for this little life, and so much trusting in God. But at the same time, I’ve had too many bouts of emotional eating as I struggle to believe in God’s goodness and His plan. As more signs of things going well accumulate, it becomes easier to believe that His plan includes another baby. But still, at the back of my mind, there’s that little “what-if”. Realistically, I know that there’s always a “what-if”…….even as (or especially as!) babies develop, are born, and grown into young men and women there are no guarantees.
That’s where the faith comes in. Faith that God will always be with us, even if life does send “what-ifs”. Faith that His strength can carry us when our own fails. Faith that He can turn all things for good, even if we in our limited understanding can’t see how that possibly could be.
So with that big reminder to myself, it’s off to bed. The nausea may be subsiding, but I’m still “pregnancy” tired! Tomorrow is another chance to make good choices with my eating, get out an move a little, and set a good example for my daughter.
Right there with you, Lorri.
(We’re off to hear the heartbeat today, too!)
Comment by stephanie — October 24, 2006 @ 6:02 am
((HUGS)) I pray that God brings you peace. I know what it’s like to be anxious over such things.
Comment by Blair — October 24, 2006 @ 7:08 am
Good news! Good news! Oh this is exciting! Hang in there Lorri!!
Comment by blestwithsons — October 24, 2006 @ 10:42 am
Praying for you today.
Comment by Carrie — October 24, 2006 @ 11:30 am