Carson at Casa Bonita Resteraunt in Denver celebrating the news 
At Casa Bonita to celebrate the news that a baby boy
would be coming to us in the spring.
would be coming to us in the spring.
Annalina August 20th we found out we were expecting a new little one! When Babe and I found out we hugged and then went to our knees to thank God for this little one and ask God for its protection. Each baby in the family, before it is born has been given a pre-birth name . . . Gabriel was "Turnip", Annalina was "Tater", Ross was "Pickle", and Carson was "Sprout". Unfortunately, this time around to many people care what the name is. Gabriel calls it "Cabbage". Annalina calls it "Carrot". And Daddy decided he would call it "Coleslaw" as a mix of the 2! Poor kid!
I have again been really sick during this pregnancy which at times can really get discouraging but I am thankful none the less.
October 12th was my first doctor checkup and he did a QUICK ultrasound just to get a glimpse of the baby and the heartbeat. I saw a little arm floating and the cute head and of course I'm in love. Most importantly I saw the heartbeat! It was a low tech ultrasound so the picture wasn't real great but it was still fun to see! A big praise from this was also that I got a GREAT doctor which had been a really big concern. If a doctor was going to be made for me it would be just like this doctor. I drove away and felt in God's hands. He knows our concerns and He watches over even the little things showing His love and care. How can I not feel blessed with a day like that!
Today is October 26th and I believe I have already felt the baby kick on 2 separate occasions in the last week or so!! Seems early but what gives it more validity is I have felt the kicks when I have been really busy and than sat down to rest which is how they usually do it. They are lulled to sleep when Mommy is working and then when you sit down the cradle isn't being rocked anymore! Needless to say, I got a KICK out of it both times! Sorry couldn't resist!
November 11th we went in for a 3D/4D ultrasound. The lady that did the ultrasound was fantastic. I have never been so comfortable during an ultrasound nor have I gotten to interact with the baby like I did in this ultrasound. The technician showed me where to push on my belly and then on a big screen on the wall we could watch how HE, YES HE reacted. He is an ACTIVE little guy. The technician commented about how active he is. I said he has to be to keep up with these 4!
I knew probably within seconds of the ultrasound starting it was a boy. Annalina commented that maybe he was hungry and he gave her a thumbs up sign which she just went crazy over. Annalina poked at him to and watched him react. Everyone fell in love. Carson was taking it all in and watching the screen. Gabriel was so excited and loved seeing the pictures. Ross also really enjoyed the whole experience. I wish I had written this post sooner because he said something so cute and now I can't remember what it was. Ugh. Babe loved it. He loved that at a stage of pregnancy where he can't feel the baby kicking and interact much yet he loved the bonding experience so early.
It wasn't like waiting for a baby after that it was like you met someone you adored and you look forward to seeing them again. Annalina had been praying for a girl but after the ultrasound and the interaction she said "I don't even want a girl anymore!" The technician really enjoyed watching how excited the kids were about this little one and she was impressed with their behavior. She complimented about the kids and said "and I see a lot of kids."
After the ultrasound we went to Casa Bonita's Resteraunt near Denver. It is an unusual Mexican Restaraunt that has a guy that dives off a cliff with fire in the restaraunt and they seated us right next to the pool area!!! It was fantastic to sit there. I went there as a kid and wanted to take the kids. I thought they would enjoy it but I was thrilled that they loved it beyond my expectations!!!
December 7th- Carson has been unsure of the whole baby thing but is slowly coming around. He picked out some PJ's for the baby the other day. He pointed at the ultrasound pics on the refrigerator and said "baby" and later when I was telling Babe about it he said "our baby".
December 16th- Another ultrasound today. But this one is the medical ultrasound. I am really looking forward to seeing our littlest little guy again . . .
. . . had the ultrasound and thankful he looks perfectly healthy!! Praise the Lord! Something funny though is that the ultrasound technician said that on one of his feet the toe next to his big toe is longer than the big toe and asked if Brian or I had that. We think it is cute we'll have a little monkey foot!
January 20th-Update on names. We think we have picked a name but what is funny is the names Ross and Carson have picked. Carson has said MANY times he wants to name the baby "Daniel Boone" which really comes out Da Boo. Ross (NOT JOKING) seriously wants to name the baby "Bunker Hill". His reasoning . . . "It's the name of a battle!"
January 25th-Carson now says to me "lay baby" and he puts his head on my stomach and cuddles with the baby. So cute. Today the older kids were gone at homeschooling group and Carson and I were praying for breakfast alone. We prayed for the baby but when I was done Carson said to me "not die" and I knew what he was talking about. I didn't specifically pray that the baby would not die which is what the kids pray. So Carson added on to the prayer that the baby would not die.
This little guy is VERY active and strong so curious to see what he looks and acts like!
I had complications with my last pregnancy and I don't take the life of this child for granted. I know my Heavenly Father could take this child home at any time but it is my prayer that we be able to keep this little one we already love. During one of my sickest times I went to bed feeling overwhelmed with my sickness and feeling discouraged but blessed. I wrote this poem. For those of you that are into grammar and the fine points of poetry you may not want to read on. This is a mother pouring out her heart not concentrating on English grammar. Prayerfully, someday this little one will be able to read this and know some of my heart.
To My Smallest Arrow
by Mommy (September 9th, 2011)
The torture is all worth it the fear, nausea, and pain.
For I know when I look into your eyes it will be nothing but gain!
You're an answer to my prayers, child of mine,
I know from God my Father you are a sign.
He gave you to me as a sign of His love.
I will carry His grace with me until I am with Him above.
When your Daddy and I found out about you we embraced
then got down on our knees to pray.
We thanked God and petitioned Him that with us you would stay.
I know some people snicker and wonder why
Why we are giving having a child another try.
You are an arrow in Daddy and Mommy's quiver the Bible says . . .
An arrow to shoot out into this godless world.
Our prayer for you is that you accept God's Son above,
And that your arrow would shoot the world evidence of HIS love.
May your arrow be ever sharp, straight, and true.
This is our only prayer and really our only hope for you!
There is no need to pray or hope for anything more,
For when you walk with God you have His grace, peace, and blessing galore.
Satan will try to distract you as in life you take aim.
He'll send people to criticize you and bring you to shame!
"How can Almighty God use a person as you?" Your response "It's not I but Christ"
Just remember that it's all about His abilities not you.
So as in life you take aim hand the bow to the Lord
And He'll use your arrow to be sharp and straight as a sword.
So you as an arrow will not go off course on your own
But be used to make His Word, the Bible, sown.
But in the meanwhile I can't wait to feel your sweet breath and to see and touch your face.
I had to write a poem to tell you that I know you are a gift of God's grace.
P.S. It's not just Mommy and Daddy that can't wait to see your face.
You have 3 amazing brothers and a loving sister
that are ecstatic and praying you home to our place!
They love you and love Jesus and we pray for them too
that all our precious arrows shoot straight and Bible true.
Can't wait to hold you! We are never ending in our prayers for you! No matter what, I know I will see you even if not on this earth.
by Mommy (September 9th, 2011)
The torture is all worth it the fear, nausea, and pain.
For I know when I look into your eyes it will be nothing but gain!
You're an answer to my prayers, child of mine,
I know from God my Father you are a sign.
He gave you to me as a sign of His love.
I will carry His grace with me until I am with Him above.
When your Daddy and I found out about you we embraced
then got down on our knees to pray.
We thanked God and petitioned Him that with us you would stay.
I know some people snicker and wonder why
Why we are giving having a child another try.
You are an arrow in Daddy and Mommy's quiver the Bible says . . .
An arrow to shoot out into this godless world.
Our prayer for you is that you accept God's Son above,
And that your arrow would shoot the world evidence of HIS love.
May your arrow be ever sharp, straight, and true.
This is our only prayer and really our only hope for you!
There is no need to pray or hope for anything more,
For when you walk with God you have His grace, peace, and blessing galore.
Satan will try to distract you as in life you take aim.
He'll send people to criticize you and bring you to shame!
"How can Almighty God use a person as you?" Your response "It's not I but Christ"
Just remember that it's all about His abilities not you.
So as in life you take aim hand the bow to the Lord
And He'll use your arrow to be sharp and straight as a sword.
So you as an arrow will not go off course on your own
But be used to make His Word, the Bible, sown.
But in the meanwhile I can't wait to feel your sweet breath and to see and touch your face.
I had to write a poem to tell you that I know you are a gift of God's grace.
P.S. It's not just Mommy and Daddy that can't wait to see your face.
You have 3 amazing brothers and a loving sister
that are ecstatic and praying you home to our place!
They love you and love Jesus and we pray for them too
that all our precious arrows shoot straight and Bible true.
Can't wait to hold you! We are never ending in our prayers for you! No matter what, I know I will see you even if not on this earth.
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