All my life I've wondered what it would be like to be in the delivery room, but I had convinced myself that I would probably not get the chance for that experience. Not true. Last Sunday night/Monday morning was one of THE most spiritual and sacred events of my life. I will forever be thankful to my Heavenly Father and to Heide for this amazing opportunity!
My love for and admiration of Heide (and all birth moms) increased a hundred fold that night. Not only was she going to "labor" for hours to bring a child into the world, but she was laboring to bring MY child into the world. As I watched her bravely and calmly suffer in pain, I was amazed. Amazed at her strength. Her courage. Her love. I felt humbled to be there with her and to provide even the smallest bit of support to her. It was truly a life changing experience for me and has formed a bond between Heide and I forever!
When I saw little tiny Emersyn for the first time ... I fell completely in love! It was a very powerful moment and I could feel the presence of our Heavenly Father. How grateful I am that He has allowed me, through the love and help of 3 wonderful women, to be a mother! No words can describe the feelings in my heart. It is overwhelming and yet, I feel so incredibly peaceful! We have waited for this day for so long and I can hardly believe it's here. I am savoring each and every moment and thanking the Lord for my blessings!
Thanks to all of our friends and family for your love and support for the past few years. Thank you for your prayers ... for us and for Heide. We love and appreciate you so much!
8 comments:
Goosebumps.... head to toe!
So sweet. The delivery room really is a life changing event- I'm so glad you got to be there. It's an awesome feeling to see a baby fresh from heaven. I'm so glad everything went well. And I wish Heide all the best in her life. What a strong and selfless woman she must be.
Enjoy every little baby grunt- they just grow way too fast!
You, Greg and the children are a very special family who deserve special blessings as you have just experienced. The entire experience could only have been orchestrated by our Heavenly Father! Your entire family,of course, now including Heide and Eme are in my thoughts and prayers for a wonderful life, and new beginnings for everyone!
What a beautiful post! I love everything you said, SO SWEET! How neat that you got to be in the delivery room with her...WOW!
Keep the pics coming, she is beautiful!
Thanks for sharing! Congratulations, I am so happy for you!
Believe me. I know EXACTLY what you are feeling. Kisses to that little munchkin. Can't wait to play with that hair!
She is so beautiful! I am so thrilled for you and your fam.
I love reading your blog, you make me want to be a better mother. I too am grateful for these precious little children. I'm just so happy for you and your family. You are so deserving of these blessings, your an awesome MOM! Thanks!!!
O.K. I am totally crying right now!!!!! Pre-warn me before you post something that powerful! I love you guys so much! And love, the love that Heidi had to know what was best for Eme. Truely amazing!
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