For the last few months Stuart has told us, "I'm three now..." Perhaps it is because all of his friends have celebrated their big day and his was last on the calender. Well, his big weekend arrived. We all had a blast!
Over the last three years so much has been posted about my two girls, Sarah Elizabeth and Catherine. They each had their own caring bridge sites where so many people lifted them up in prayer. The girls each made countless visits to different doctors, clinics, and underwent procedures. Stuart (Praise God!) has not! Yet, Stuart has been through it all. However, I am sure that Amanda will agree that he has been more impacted by the rocky road we traveled than the girls. You see, as we stayed cautious with Sarah Elizabeth's exposure in the last two years of chemo, Stuart was also very close. And, most recently with Catherine's delivery and procedure in Cincinnati - it was Stuart who had the toughest time with all of the bouncing around between friends and family - creating a lot of anxiety. With all of that being said, it is amazing NOW as we seem to further resemble a healthy, HAPPY, normal family that Stuart seems to be "coming out" and really starting to shine! Perhaps it's just me reflecting back on how well things are and really opening my eyes... But, as we celebrated the birthday this weekend and spent time together... I looked up and that little boy is now riding a scooter boldly down the driveway. That little boy is asking big questions, jumping off the side of the pool with no floaties, wearing underwear to bed with no accidents, and CRAVING "just the boys" time. That little boy is such an incredible little man. He cares so much for both his big and little sister. It almost seems as God placed the secret in his heart early that those two girls were going to travel an unusual road early in life and they'll need you to be the brother that loves and stays with them through it all. I am so lucky that God has blessed me with three wonderful children. And, selfishly, I so proud one is a boy. Stuart will never be the middle child. In our family, he's the boy!
We are all doing great. Tomorrow is a big day. Sarah Elizabeth has her check up and immunizations for kindergarten. At the same time, Catherine will have her two month appointment. Both will receive a shot(s). Stuart and I are going for morale support and to hold them down. I leave for Las Vegas on a business trip later this week. So, Amanda and Kristen Moyers are loading our three and her two into the suburban for a 10 hour drive back to Mississippi where grandparents will anxiously await arrival - that's right 5 kids under age 5 and two moms - 20+ hours round trip... crazy, huh? This may be the biggest prayer request posted!
I am sure there will be stories to tell... Thanks for your continued prayers! God Bless.
Over the last three years so much has been posted about my two girls, Sarah Elizabeth and Catherine. They each had their own caring bridge sites where so many people lifted them up in prayer. The girls each made countless visits to different doctors, clinics, and underwent procedures. Stuart (Praise God!) has not! Yet, Stuart has been through it all. However, I am sure that Amanda will agree that he has been more impacted by the rocky road we traveled than the girls. You see, as we stayed cautious with Sarah Elizabeth's exposure in the last two years of chemo, Stuart was also very close. And, most recently with Catherine's delivery and procedure in Cincinnati - it was Stuart who had the toughest time with all of the bouncing around between friends and family - creating a lot of anxiety. With all of that being said, it is amazing NOW as we seem to further resemble a healthy, HAPPY, normal family that Stuart seems to be "coming out" and really starting to shine! Perhaps it's just me reflecting back on how well things are and really opening my eyes... But, as we celebrated the birthday this weekend and spent time together... I looked up and that little boy is now riding a scooter boldly down the driveway. That little boy is asking big questions, jumping off the side of the pool with no floaties, wearing underwear to bed with no accidents, and CRAVING "just the boys" time. That little boy is such an incredible little man. He cares so much for both his big and little sister. It almost seems as God placed the secret in his heart early that those two girls were going to travel an unusual road early in life and they'll need you to be the brother that loves and stays with them through it all. I am so lucky that God has blessed me with three wonderful children. And, selfishly, I so proud one is a boy. Stuart will never be the middle child. In our family, he's the boy!
We are all doing great. Tomorrow is a big day. Sarah Elizabeth has her check up and immunizations for kindergarten. At the same time, Catherine will have her two month appointment. Both will receive a shot(s). Stuart and I are going for morale support and to hold them down. I leave for Las Vegas on a business trip later this week. So, Amanda and Kristen Moyers are loading our three and her two into the suburban for a 10 hour drive back to Mississippi where grandparents will anxiously await arrival - that's right 5 kids under age 5 and two moms - 20+ hours round trip... crazy, huh? This may be the biggest prayer request posted!
I am sure there will be stories to tell... Thanks for your continued prayers! God Bless.
3 comments:
okay - can i just say i am sitting here with tears streaming as i read about your thoughts on stuart and laughing my head off at the thought of having to hold the girls down for shots! i had that lovely task for both of ours on the same day(lgs' kindergarten visit and bennett's 18 month visit together!!!)
i know kristin and amanda will have fun - no matter how they go about getting there or home:)
Hey guys! Your family is just precious! We are so glad to hear that you are doing well! Amanda, we prayed for you and Chad through your whole pregnancy. It is amazing how God answers prayers! Hope to see you guys soon! Your children are beautiful!
christy marion
Sooooooo glad to hear all your good news. Stuart looks like he is going to be outgoing, just by the pictures. And yes, he will kill you later when he sees his picture with the wings! I have one like that of my son, only he's naked in the strawberry patch and he hates it...cute picture though! You have many wonderful times ahead of you. Good luck on the trips. My prayers continue to go up for your family and "the babies" as I call them (I have 5 pictures of children on my desk, 4 of whom I've never met, that I pray for each day and 2 of them are your girls.) May God continue to bless you,
Margie Crumley
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