Family Updates

Ms. Hailey Marie

Hailey continues to grow stronger (and bigger) everyday! It's hard for me to believe she could be so sick with all that power she has in those legs of hers. Her playtime used to be in the afternoons, it was like she got an energy boost after lunch. She has since discovered the joys of an afternoon siesta, and the fun of pulling an all-nighter. I've taken a liking to her new routine as well. It makes for less trips to the restroom during the day, and for sweet dreams all through the night! Hailey continues to fuel our hope for the future.

Big Brother

What is there not to say about Ryan? He is one amazing, smart little boy who absolutley loves his little sister. Everyday he gives her a kiss and hug. He also likes to make sure Hailey's still in there, but I know he knows she is. He told me the other morning, "Mommy your belly is sticking out!" and laughs (and of course Tim feels the need to join in). Then he tickles her and tells me she's laughing too. That's ok though, because the bigger I get (belly wise), the bigger and stonger she gets.

Tim and I have talked about telling Ryan soon. We feel that he needs to understand that our time with Hailey is going to be different than what we expected. I think the hardest part that will be for him to understand is that Hailey won't be coming home with us. I have finally finished writing the storybook I want to use to help prepare him for what's to come. The books I've found online just don't seem to explain how special this journey really is. I also felt that personalizing it and making it specific to Ryan and Hailey would make it even more special. I also know how smart Ryan is and the right words were absolutely necessary. All I have left to do now is get a scrapbook and put it together. I will be happy to share the story in a later post.

Mr. Under-the-Weather

We found out Wednesday what that unknown virus was Tim's been battling for the past two weeks. It took three visits to the doctor (different doctors) before discovering that he actually has pneumonia. But I'm happy to report that he is finally starting to feel a little bit better! :)

As for me...

I'm just happy to live and love God and my family everyday! There is no such thing as a bad day when you have God and your family to have and to hold.


I hope everyone had a Happy Easter!

Thank you God for the gift of your son, sent to rescue us from living an eternity without you.