I woke up to another blessed morning with Asher's heart rate strong throughout the monitoring sessions and knowing James and Easton were here with Asher and me. Easton slept in as the poor guy never would take a nap yesterday. Eventually, he woke up and he and daddy went to the cafeteria to get breakfast.
After breakfast, James told Easton that he saw a long black snake by his car. It excited Easton and he said, "Daddy, I wanna see it. I get him!" James told him that the snake was probably gone and that it would bite if he got too close. Easton still insisted on searching for it. So James filled up Easton's water gun to have a water war outside while they would search for the snake. A while later, Easton came in with his Mickey Mouse sunglasses on his face and said , "Mommy, snake gone. It went to its house," as he shrugged his shoulders and stretched his little arms out like he was saying he wasn't sure what happened..it was adorable. Easton then had to come over to me and say he was going to spray Baby Asher. So he took his water gun and water mist landed near my belly as Easton giggled. I just love seeing Easton so happy and full of excitement. It is truly a God Moment that he talks about Baby Asher each day! He can't wait to meet his little miracle brother!
As we were lazing around, there was a knock on the door. In came in Janet, the lady we just met Friday who altered my dress. We were surprised and happy to see her. We didn't expect for her to get it altered and brought back this soon, but there she was. She just didn't have the beautiful mint blue dress, but in her other hand was a mason jar filled with gorgeous fresh flowers! It melted my heart that she went out of her way to get my dress done this quick, bring me flowers, and then when we asked how much we owed, she said nothing. Nothing? It really hit me how God guided us to this amazing woman who we just met Friday and were led to by another seamstress who was too busy. She told us that she wanted to devote yesterday to get it done for me, and just wanted to do it as a gift. It meant so much to us! We will be sure sending her a card thanking her for her kindness!
I then sat in the comfy recliner while James and Easton cuddled on the couch and watched cartoons. I ended up taking a little nap until I heard my nurse come in. It was time for midday monitoring. So, I laid back in bed and again listened to the peaceful sound of Asher's strong heart.
A knock came to the door and my high risk doctor for the week entered the room. He again checked how I was doing and felt my belly for any tenderness. He also told us that Asher's heart rate was doing amazing, which made us smile and thank God for keeping our little miracle strong.
After he left, my parents arrived. I was glad to see them as I always enjoy their company. They even brought me Cracker Barrel to go for lunch, so I looked forward to eating once I was off the monitors. The moment Easton saw Mamaw and Papaw, he ran to them full of joy and excitement. He even had to get his spray gun to spray them with water. It was too cute. He also had to make sure and ask if he would get to go to their house, as I have been telling him he would. Easton loves his Mamaws and Papaws, and I know they are so excited to see him too! What wonderful Mamaws and Papaws they are!
As I was about to get off my monitor, my Aunt Diane and Uncle Larry came in. They had driven from Bloomington to come see Me, James, and Easton. It was so nice and thoughtful of them to take a Sunday afternoon to come see us. When they entered, they gave us hugs and told us how glad they were to see us, and what a miracle it was that we were at 27 weeks. After I got my monitors off and ate my meal, they handed me a gift. Inside was a beautiful cross with my favorite Bible Verse on it... Joshua 1:9. It is the verse that always reminds me to stay strong and never give up. God is with me through it all wherever I am. I just felt God and Josh beside me when I held the cross saying, " Remember, I am with you and will never leave you. Continue to stay strong as you and Asher are, and You will conquer this mountain as I will guide you all the way." Spending time with my Aunt and Uncle was very special. They have strong faith and a great positive outlook in life. They remind me that God and Josh are with me, and that Asher and I are strong because we have trust in God. They are prayer warriors with us in this fight, which means the world to us! Thank you Aunt Diane and Uncle Larry for taking time out of your Sunday to visit and bringing me a beautiful cross. Your visit brought sunshine to our day! We love you so much!
As my family was visiting, I got a call on my room phone. I knew this was a special call as it was 2:00, so room service wouldn't be calling. I answered it and heard, "Jenna B.!" Right away a smile entered my face and I knew who it was! My childhood pediatrician, my lifesaver, aka Dr. Ruff was on the phone! He called to see how Asher and I were doing, and was so glad to hear that we made it to the 27 week milestone. We then talked about my sister's wedding and how I would be Skyping in etc. Just as I said yesterday, it is doctors like him and Dr. Hopf who I don't just consider a doctor, but instead amazing heroes who go out of their way to see how a past or present patient is doing. It isn't just a short call on a weekday, but instead a meaningful call even on a weekend! I can't thank God enough for bringing Dr. Ruff into my life. His phone call truly made my day extra special, and I hope he knows that. Thank you, Dr. Ruff for taking time out of your Sunday to call me and check in on Asher and I! It means the world, and I know it makes Asher smile just as big!
A moment later, there was another knock on the door. Father Ed entered. It makes my every Sunday that he comes to pray with us and give us Communion. He hasn't missed a Sunday yet, and that means so much! Receiving Jesus is important to us, so because of his kindness and thoughtfulness, we get to receive Jesus each Sunday. When I receive Jesus it brings me peace and reminds me that God is here with us in this miraculous fight. When he entered, he got to meet my parents along with my Aunt and Uncle. We all talked for a while as Easton was his silly self and running around in circles in the room lol. He even gave Father Ed a chocolate raisin, which was so cute. After Father Ed prayed with us and gave James and me Communion, he shook all of our hands and said goodbye. The best part was when Easton noticed all of us shaking his hand, he too decided to shake Father Ed's hand and even give him a high five. Thank you Father Ed for coming out each Sunday to let us receive Jesus and to pray together. You mean so much to us, and your prayers are keeping Asher and us strong!
After Father Ed left, my Aunt and Uncle headed out. I thanked them for coming as I always enjoy company as it lifts my spirit evenmore. Then my parents got ready to go and made sure Easton was packed and ready too. Easton gave daddy and me a hug, and of course kissed his little brother Asher on my belly. It was hard seeing him go, as time with Easton I cherish so much and it always seemed to fly by, but I was again glad to see Easton so happy to get to spend time with his Mamaw and Papaw. God has truly blessed him with a fun and adventurous summer filled with people he loves, and I can't be more grateful because I want Easton to be happy! My parents gave me hugs and said goodbye as Easton again said bye too, and headed back home. We will get to see Easton again on Wednesday when my mom brings him back down. We will look forward to that as we love and miss him so much!
Dear God, Thank You for a beautiful Sunday filled with God Moments and family time. Thank You for a fun week with Easton, and for giving Easton a fun summer surrounded by his Mamaws and Papaws and his buds. Thank You for guiding us to people who go out of their way to just show how much they care. Thank You for being with us through it all, and never leaving our sides or letting us fall. Thank You for the strength You give us and Asher and Your guiding hand. It is because of Your beautiful grace that Asher has made it this far and continues to fight strong. You have given us a miracle that is a true blessing. We put our full trust in You as You guide us to Your perfect path. We love You above all things! Amen.
Wow! What amazing prayer warriors you are! We feel the power of your prayers surrounding us each day, and so does little Asher. As you continue to fight for Asher, his strength continues to grow. Again, we wouldn't be where we are if it wasn't for God's miraculous works and your unending prayers. Thank you for staying with us in this journey! It means more than you could ever know! Let's continue to join hands with God, Josh, and all the Angels and Saints in this miraculous fight for little Asher whose strength is a true blessing from God! We love all of you so much!
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