Family Time

Last night after supper, I decided to try out the recliner near my bed. As I sat down, it was soft and refreshing. It was a nice change from the bed I have been in for a month. James brought in his card set and we decided to play cards to pass time and bring some fun into the night. Honestly, we aren't people who play cards much, so we decided to take the easy route and play War. Before playing, James looked the rules on his phone since we haven't played since probably childhood, and it made us laugh because it said that it was the most common card game played by children. We may be adults now, but we still had fun.😊 James then read directions that came with his card set on how to play poker. We decided to try it out, but I am not sure if we ever really figured out how to play lol. I think we need someone who plays cards to teach us lol. But I just was so grateful that God gave James and I an evening to enjoy one another with smiles and laughter as we tried to play cards. I also enjoyed having time in the recliner, as it made me feel more at home.

After cards, it was time to find my way back to bed, get monitored and go to sleep. It was another night of relaxation as Asher's heart remained strong, and for that I am so thankful. God is protecting him and is continuing to keep him strong. He is so beautiful!

After my monitoring this morning, I ate breakfast and James headed home to finish painting the door, mow the yard, and do some grocery shopping for work this week. While he was gone, I read my daily Bible verses and daily readings, along with created some Father's Day Cards for my dad and his dad to go with Easton's gift. Thanks to Pinterest, I had an idea stored in my mind for a few months on what I wanted Easton to give his Papaws who he loves so much. Since his Papaw Fettes won't receive his gift yet, I will share the gift Easton gave his Papaws next week, once both Papaws receive them. I then also made a card for my dad to wish him a Happy Father's Day and to let him know how grateful I am to have him as my dad. I am so blessed to have him as my dad as he has shown me how to be strong throughout my life as we have experienced  bumpy roads together. He always taught me and continues to teach me to keep God at the center and trust fully in Him, as He will always guide us to His amazing will and bring light to even the hardest times.

Before lunch, Father Ed visited with me, which always makes my every Sunday so special. We prayed together and he gave me Communion. It is always refreshing to talk with Father Ed about Asher's miraculous progress and God's beautiful blessings. I thank him for coming each Sunday to bring me Jesus. It is the greatest way to begin each week knowing that I have received Jesus and reminds me that He is always right with me.

I then ate lunch and excitedly waited to see my parents and Easton. I just happened to look out my window the moment they were walking in. It brought me smiles and joy to see them finally here. With it being Father's Day, I was so glad to spend time with my dad and to know Easton would have time with his daddy today! 

When they walked in, Easton sat in Papaw's lap so Papaw could put stickers on his car he got from a Happy Meal, while Mom showed me the Sperries she got Easton for Lacy's wedding and how she also got him a nice pair of brown sandals. It made my day as it was on my to do list to get him those shoes this summer. She also got some silk therapy for my hair as it has become dry and knotted lying in bed quite a bit. Hopefully it will help prevent so many knots and bring hydration to my hair finally. Mom also bought us some Uno cards to give James and I something to do, along with a cross bracelet kit that I have been wanting to keep me busy during the day. Each year I give my students something special for their birthdays, and this year I wanted to create something extra special for them that would remind them how much God loves them and how He is always there for them no matter what. So with the time of rest that God has blessed me with to keep Asher strong, I am going to make my future students each a special cross bracelet to give as a birthday gift this coming school year. She also brought me magazines filled with inspirational stories that my mother-in-law told her to bring me, along with a present from a family friend. I am so blessed to have parents who go out of their way to make my everyday and do all they can to help me in so many ways. I love them so much!

When my mom gave me the present, my heart filled with joy. I opened the inspirational card filled with a thoughtful and meaningful letter that meant so much to me. The card and present was from Deb, who is my Aunt Diane's twin sister. She has always been like family to us and full of kindness and has a beautiful passion for God. Inside the bag was something so special, pretty, warm, and powerful. It was a prayer sash knitted by hands of devoted people from Saint Joseph Parish.  Each stitch was done with love and prayer, and the beautiful blue sash was blessed too. I have never received such a unique and powerful gift like this! I look forward to placing it over my belly to keep Asher warm and blessed. Thank you so much Deb for the kindness of your heart. It is such a meaningful gift that I will cherish so much, and Asher too! I truly appreciate your thoughtfulness, kind note, and all your prayers for Asher, my family, and me! You are truly an angel in my eyes!

My parents then left to run some errands to give Easton and his daddy some time together. They went on a duck hunt outside as James saw ducks this morning, raced cars on the floor of the room, threw blocks back and forth, snacked on Easton's favorite (chocolate of course!), and then crashed on the couch to Disney cartoons, while I spent time relaxing in the recliner and my bed. I also taught Easton to say "Happy Daddy's Day!". I forgot to mention that Easton of course gave his little brother a kiss on the belly too! O and he thought it was funny to go around and smell his, daddy's, and my feet and say "stinky!". I just love time with him as he brings laughter and smiles to my heart! 

Tonight I look forward to Olive Garden as James is getting him and me to go. On Sunday evenings, we decide to treat ourselves with a special meal beside the usual. We will also play Uno to bring fun to the evening before going to bed and preparing for another monitoring session. It's these moments I cherish as before when going out to eat or playing a game together was more of a norm and something that at times you don't realize how much of a treasure it is.

Lastly, as it is Father's Day, I want to send a special message to my husband from his sons and me. God knew you were perfect for me. He knew I needed someone strong, caring, thoughtful, and who would stick with me through it all. If I didn't have you by my side, I wouldn't be as calm and strong. You make my everyday so special. Love, Jenna

Daddy, I love you so much. I love how you let me feed the birds, go on a bunny hunt, help you dig dirt, and drive my truck and Jeep outside. I love how you build houses out of Legos with me, share your chips and dip, and throw ball back and forth with me. 
I love how you spray me with the hose, get me a M&M cookie when we go grocery shopping, let me feed the cows at Mamaw and Papaw Fettes', and just cuddling with me and loving me. You are the bestest daddy! Happy Daddy's  Day! Love, Your Little Turkey Easton

Daddy, I know we haven't met quite yet. However , we have a special relationship. I can hear you and feel you near me each day as I fight inside Mommy's tummy. You loved me and I loved you since my life first begun. My love for you grows more and more each day as I know what a wonderful daddy you are and can't wait to meet you once I enter the world. Thank you for sticking with Mommy and Me through it all. God gave me a miracle by letting me stay strong and fight as He holds my hand. He tells me he has a special purpose for me and that I am a miraculous gift to you, mommy, and my big bro. Daddy know I already know how blessed I am that God picked you as my daddy, and I can't wait to meet you daddy so very soon. Hang in there Daddy as I know you will because you are strong... after all that is where I get my strength from... from my special daddy.. you! Love you daddy, Your Little fighter and miracle, Asher.

Dear God, thank you for another day filled with your unending blessings. Thank you for time with my husband, Easton, Asher, and my parents. Thank you for the gift of time for James to spend with Easton. Thank you for keeping our little miracle strong and giving us the treasure of this fight. Most importantly, as it is Father's Day, thank you for being the Most Amazing Father of all. You keep us strong, You give us hope, and You shine Your everlasting love on us each day. We trust You with our whole heart and cherish all the comfort You bring us. We love You above all things! Amen.

To all the fathers reading this post, Happy Father's Day! Thank all of you for sticking with us in this fight for Asher! Your thoughts and prayers are so powerful, and us along with little Asher can't be more grateful! Let us continue to unite with God, Josh, and all the Angels and Saints as prayer warriors in this fight. You all mean so much to all of us. We love all of you so much and may God bless all of you always! He is miraculous!