10.07.2009

13 weeks down, 26+/- to go

We've been bursting to tell everyone, and we've finally made it to 13 weeks today! We're joyfully and hopefully expecting our first little baby boy or girl mid-April!

It has been quite a journey getting to this point, and though it was full of pain and much loss, we are so thankful for how the Lord has used the journey to conform us more to His image. We do not deserve this Life He gives, but we gratefully receive it as His gift of grace. Greg and I continue to pray that He will prepare us for this huge change and that He will enable us to show His love to this little one. We covet your prayers for and with us as we await our baby's arrival.

Because of our three prior losses, we were monitored closely during the first eight weeks, so we were able to have two ultrasounds very early on to see and measure the heartbeat and size. It was absolutely amazing to watch the tiny little dark spot on the screen pulsing with life.

We'll hopefully know whether it's a boy or girl just before Thanksgiving -- let us know what you think; vote in our poll on our blog!

19 comments:

the monkeys' mama said...

AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

YAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAYAY!!!!

HOORAY!!!

okay i'm done with the all caps but I'm SOOOO EXCITED (guess i wasn't done with the caps)

Congratulations! God is so Faithful and Good--this baby is coming at the perfect time for you all.

the monkeys' mama said...

PS This is exactly how I had Catherine--3 miscarriages and then her! yay!

Kim for the Kings said...

Thanks, Allie. I couldn't wait for you to find out. :) You've been such an encouragement to me through all of this. A true sister in Christ. Thank you, friend. And I hope you feel better soon!

postlw8.blogpost.com said...

Wow - what exciting news! Congrats to you both!!

Drew and Carrie said...

Finally, no more secrets! I am soooooo excited for you! LOVE YOU THREE!

Michelle said...

Oh Kim! I am so thrilled for you! Congratulations and I know you will be a wonderful Momma!!!

Portia said...

:) :) :)

I'm so happy for you my sister!! And I'm so glad you get to share this with everyone now!! What a journey you have had! We can't wait to meet little baby K! You guys are going to be such great parents!

YAY!!!

kel said...

yay! praise god! i am so excited for you and excited to share this journey with you :).

Zek's Mom said...

Kim - tears are coming down my face- praise the Lord- you are good God so good!!!!!!!!!!!! Can't wait to meet little baby King this summer when we come to visit after John gets back- you better take lots of pictures of your little belly because you are one super cute mommy!! Love you!!!!!!!!

Anonymous said...

Kim, my husband Travis and I, went to school with Greg. Although, we've never had the chance to meet you. I wanted to congratulate you both on your pregnancy. We recently lost our baby, but I was greatly encouraged by your story. We wish you both the best. May the Lord continue to bless you. Tell Greg that we said hello!

Anonymous said...

Sorry, it would help if I told you who this is! The last comment was from Annie and Travis Dunigan

Teresa mason said...

I am so happy for you and Greg! I will be praying for you. I understand the losses that you have experienced...Bland and I also have lost three babies. I am confident that you and Greg will be amazing parents (my kids think you are awesome!) We praise God with you over this blessing!

Joann said...

Yaaaaaay! Now we can share the joy with everyone! "Hug" that little one for Grandma!

Jennifer @ Diving In said...

Congratulations! I couldn't be happier for you all!

I bet your mom and dad are just beside themselves with joy :)

Amy D said...

Kim, I just cannot tell you how happy I am to hear this. What an amazing answer to prayer. We will be praying for health and peace for the remainder of your pregnancy.
The joy of your little one will make all of the difficulty in the journey seem so small. What a blessing that is. But, I know you will treasure him/her in a different way because of all you have gone through.
How very exciting!!!

Earl and Lois said...

What great news to Great Grandma Lois and Great Grandpa Earl and we are so proud of you two for your faith that God and everybody are with you. Thanks so much for your phone call to us previously as it is a great honor for the priviledge of your sharing the great news with us.
Our Love to all three of you!!!!

Anonymous said...

SOOO Excited! Love you and still praying for this precious one who has already had so many prayers knitted into his or her life!

Kristen said...

Oh, Kim, I am so happy for you! What wonderful news!!! After all you've been through, I'm so glad that your little one is growing and thriving. Praise God!

asc said...

Congrats to the two of ya!
I'll let M know and we'll be praying for the remaining time!!!