Yes, we
mommies are indeed crazy. We want children, even though during pregnancy we often
have weeks and months of the worst sickness imaginable, great weariness, and
other physical afflictions. I have heard that there are some fortunate women who
actually enjoy all nine months of their pregnancy, in happy, eager
anticipation. But that is not the case for most of us. Finally the big day comes
for "the baby to arrive". That sounds so exciting and pleasant. Huh. It is
pretty exciting. When I was in labor for the first time I realized I had never
experienced real pain until then. I thought I was going to die. Then the doctor
handed her to me. I was so happy my tears changed from tears of pain to tears of
joy. God actually gave this little miracle to her daddy and me! What did we do to
deserve her? Nothing. The Lord had blessed us above anything we could have
imagined.
So, we mothers
go through all this and still consider a child one of the greatest
gifts the Lord can bestow on us. And then we love them so much we want
more of them and are willing to go through it all again! It's an incredible
cycle. See what I mean? We're crazy!
And yes, this is an announcement. My third little baby is on the way.
And yes, this is an announcement. My third little baby is on the way.
Lo, children are an heritage of the LORD: and the
fruit of the womb is his reward.
Lovely post. I been through a ton of pregnancies, (or so it seems!) and the one thing that completely amazes me the most is the many times I have heard, "You must LOVE being pregnant." But rarely have I heard, "You must LOVE children, "Or you must really LOVE the Lord." When actually, it's the last two that move me forward during those difficult times of pain and complaining.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Mary!
ReplyDeleteWhen you get a chance read "Bed and Board" page 57 bottom paragraph.
"... The happy couple have let themselves in for Fatherhood and Motherhood..."
God be praised.
Count me crazy, too. May you feel as good as possible, and have your most enjoyable pregnancy yet. You never know, it could be better this time. So happy for you.
ReplyDeleteWow Mary! Congratulations! Bless you. :) :) :)
ReplyDelete(Jane - post it!)
ReplyDeleteCondolences/Congrats!
ReplyDelete(you know I am mostly kidding about that first part!)
Prayers for you!
Congratulations,Mary. What a surprise!!Marilyn S
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! another blessing on the way!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Mary! Bless you
ReplyDeleteThank you all for the congratulations, prayers, and even condolences (Thanks Emily ;-) I am very blessed and excited, even with the morning sickness...
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Mary! Our little girl will have a friend on either side with your children. :-) Bless you especially during this time, but throughout your entire pregnancy!
ReplyDeleteWay to dive right in to the deep end Mary! Those three little ones are going to enjoy growing up so close together! Bless you :)
ReplyDeleteTake the time to slow down and enjoy them.They grow up so fast. Sing a new song every day.They love it and it clams the soul.
ReplyDeleteWow! I haven't checked the blog for a while so missed out on your special news- Congratulations Mary!!!
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