Silly Monkey

Today has been one of those days where my emotions seem to overwhelm me. I worry about the health of this precious baby I am carrying. I know that I shouldn't be anxious. I just can't imagine my life without this child in it. The love I have for my first son is more than I ever thought possible and already this baby has captured my heart. As anxious and worried as I have been today, God is sending me gentle reminders of His grace even now with subtle kicks from this blessed baby.

Lord, I want to trust You more. I know that this baby's life is in Your hands and You are more than capable of protecting and sustaining his/her life. Please help me to be more faithful to You in my believing.

Humbly

So last month my hubby and I found out that we are expecting our second child. Considering that our son is not even a year old yet, my first response wasn't that of excitement. I immediately had to ask for forgiveness for not being grateful for such an incredible blessing. I let things that I have no control over (my health, the baby's health, our son's feelings, scheduling) cause me to miss out on the joy that comes with expecting a child. I know that this baby will bring just as much happiness to our lives as our first little monkey has. I will try to remember to not be anxious about our future (whatever it may bring) and to trust the God of the universe to continue to be as faithful and loving as He always has been. Jeremiah 29:11 is just as true now as it was when it was first written.

I've been working on Monkey's quilt/blanket for about two weeks now. I guess it's not truly a memory quilt because it's made from his daddy's old dress shirts and not his clothes. I just wanted for him to have something handmade for Christmas, not that he'll even realize the difference considering he's only nine months old. I promise to post pictures as soon as I'm finished. I'm not promising a masterpiece but I hope that Monkey can appreciate it when he gets a little older. Maybe he'll even pass it down to his children. Hmmm....just a thought. :)