Sunday, August 30, 2009

ALIVE

I held my breath, Adi and Luke by my side, as the warm jelly was applied to my growing baby bump. I was excited and nervous all at the same time. I hadn't really slept well in days, just waiting in anticipation for what was ahead....waiting and "taking heart!"

The heartbeat.....check. The body movement.....check. My relief....check!
Dr. A confirmed that our baby looked healthy and that the spine and diaphragm were in place. Peace flooded my body as we were affirmed that this pregnancy looks good. That this precious baby girl, sweet Ava June...or "baby June" as Adi calls her is ALIVE.

I praise the Lord for His goodness and mercy in my life. I praise Him for Adi, for Olivianna, for Ava, and especially for Luke. I praise Him for the good days, and the bad, and for the journey that He has walked us (and carried us) through these last few years.

Thank you Jesus!!!! You are GOOD.

5 comments:

Our Family said...

Beautiful!!!! So so happy for you. Ava June......LOVE IT!!!! Praise the Lord for this wonderful news.
Love you,
Carla

bethany said...

Hallelujah!!!! Our God is so good Amber...praising Him for your wonderful news.
Reading this as I listen to the David Crowder band sing "Oh praise Him"...couldn't be more fitting!

Ps. Your baby bump pics are very cute :)

Kami said...

Oh my goodness!!! Where did I miss the post that you were pregnant??? I am on cloud nine for you right now!!! Praise the Lord honey! I am so happy for your family and for a great ultrasound.

Hugs,
Kami

Aunt Nell said...

Amen! So glad to hear the good news! Gods grace and peace as you continue to trust in Him throughout the rest of your pregnancy! You a beautiful inside and out! Your strength, hope, trust, honesty and ability to express yourself with words have been an encouragement to me. Even though I dont have any precious children of my own yet, Im learning from you, girly!!! :) <3 you and can't wait to meet little Ava June!! (btw I LOVE the name June....thats the month Im born too ;) God is GOOD....All the time! All the time...God is GOOD!!


blessings~

Anonymous said...

>>breathe in, breathe out<< BIG SIGH.

Love you Sister.
~Christine