Wednesday, October 6, 2010

So Joyful!

What an amazing time of joy.  I'm still smiling at the news that Mira is healthy.  She showed so many good signs that I shouldn't have worried, but I still kept myself from hoping that she was healthy.  What an amazing change to be able to hope for the future of my child and anticipate smiles and crawling and laughter and hugs!  It just doesn't matter that I hardly get any sleep.  Mira is sleeping a bit more now, about 3 hours at a time, but only till 5am, and then she's up every hour.  She's so cute though, it hardly matters...


We had a wonderful weekend, celebrating the news with family and friends.  The girls are home now and we'll start getting into a 'normal' routine...hopefully!

10 comments:

Anonymous said...

We keep thinking of all of you, and especially Mira. I'm so happy things are going so well, even if the sleep is at a premium. Hope that improves. She's so cute, and looks like Brodie to me. And she looks so big already!! Wow! Love you all, and so thankful for God's goodness. Madelaine

Maher Family said...

We are so happy for your family and your newest addition, Mira. Our God is good and we have a lot to be thankful. Enjoy your beautiful, healthy, new baby girl!!

Judith said...

Enjoy the "hassle" that comes with this great news! We did the same thing with Nathalie......didn't care how little sleep we got we just enjoyed every minute and knew from experience that things would get better! Make sure you get some "Jolene" time to keep your sanity - 4 kids, two special needs and a newborn - you NEED it!!

Anonymous said...

So happy for you!! Can't wait to meet the newest Allen.
Hugs Sally & Jay

Anonymous said...

SO EXCITED for you guys!!! I told me whole family the news last weekend when we were together early for thanksgiving and then had tears in my eyes as your dad shared at church on Sunday. Your posts have truly amazed me and your faith in God through everything is amazing.

Elise said...

What a beautiful little girl. I am so thankful and joyful with you as your family celebrates Mira. Hopefully you can rest soon, Jolene. Love to you all!

Anonymous said...

Congratulations and may God Bless your family
Best Wishes
Julian and Jean

Anonymous said...

What a beautiful little girl. I'm sure you are getting tired but what joy you must feel knowing Mira is healthy and thriving. Ashley comes home this weekend for Thanksgiving and I hope she will have some pictures to share. How very much you will have to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. Can't wait to come and see all your beautiful girls. I'm sure Brodie will be a great big brother to Mira as he is to Ashley and Hope.
Marie McConnell

elvira said...

Wow, we are so amazed ,along with you! Such a beautiful answer to prayer, Mira! Praying that you will get rest soon and adjust to a new baby in the house. My Dad was so happy that he could be at your family celebration! Told me all about it.
Lots of love, Uncle Phil and Aunt Elvira

Magdalena Swanson said...

Wow, she is so adorable! Cute as a button! I am so happy for you guys and thrilled that she's healthy. Brodie will have a little sister to run around with! He may regret that when she starts getting into his toys
;-)