The Invisable Woman

Just had to share this great video. I know new Sawyer pictures are in order, and I promise they are coming soon, but in the mean time, enjoy this as much as I did!

Computerless

Just wanted to let you all know that I will temporarily be without a computer. We've been using my step dad's laptop since our hard drive crashed a few months ago, but he's needing it back now since he's having computer problems of his own. So, until we are able to buy a new computer, I'll have limited time on Travis's work laptop. I'll let you know as soon as I'm back to fulltime. I hope you are all enjoying this last official week of summer and that your fall is glorious!
Love, Sarah

Finding Our Rhythm

Sawyer is two weeks old today! I'm happy to report that he is over his birth weight now at 8lb. 11oz. We were a little concerned when he was only 7lb. 13oz. at his one week appointment, but the doctor thought it was probably due to his mild jaundice. He's nursing beautifully, sleeping just as he should at this age, and we are ever so slowly finding our new rhythm. I am discovering that we really need a routine to propel us through our days. During the past two weeks, I've been lucky to get a shower in before noon! As I sit and nurse and look at all the clutter that so quickly accumulates on my floors and counters, there is this sort of helplessness that creeps in; "how am I EVER going to do it all?!" But then God whispers in my ear, "you can do all things through ME! I will give you the strength and ability." And that does not mean my house will be pristine or that my laundry will always be caught up or that gourmet meals will grace our table each night. But it does mean that God will carry me through this stage in our lives, He will enable me to do what is necessary, to live our lives according to the priorities He has given us, and that gives me great peace when the panic starts to rise. Please continue to pray for us as we adjust to life as a family of five! Specifically that we would be wise in our parenting and discipline, able to stay consistent with the girls. Also pray for me as I develop a flexible schedule for us so that we can accomplish more than movie-watching and getting dressed in a given day:(. Thank you all so much for your love and support, even if we rarely hear from you, that fact that you care enough to read our updates means a lot and we especially appreciate your prayers.

Sarah

One Week

Today marks the end of Sawyer's first week in this world. It has been a beautiful week to be sure! Every time I breathe in the sweet baby smell and feel and sound of my precious son, I exhale a "thank you" to the Lord for this amazing gift. If he is indeed my last baby, I want to be sure not to miss a moment of this newborn time to hurried anxiety for more sleep or excitement for the next stage. No, I want time to stop, to linger as long as it will with every grunt and sigh and beautiful cry. I want every kiss I lay to store up memories that will never fade. Sleep sweet angel, nurse in the dark hours, snuggle your head into my chest and don't grow a minute older!

"Sawyer is Born" slideshow

Could it be?

Hello everyone! I'm finally back home with Sawyer and it feels really good. Thank you all for your love and support during this drawn out process. Many of you have left phone messages and emails, please know that I will try to get back to you as I am able. As I'm sure you can guess, it's a big adjustment time right now, so we'll do our best. I just had to post these two pictures. Who do you think the black and white one is? ME! Maybe it's all in my head, but I think my little son may actually favor his mother! After hearing constant comments about how the girls look so much like their daddy and his family, it's really special to have a child who's sporting my features. You should see his feet, hands, and legs! They are also all ME! I'll be sure to keep the pictures coming, but for now know that we are in love, all four of us, with little Sawyer Micheal.

Introducing Sawyer

Our son Sawyer was born August 26 @ 8:55am. He weighed in at 8lb 5oz, and measured 20in. Mom and baby are doing well. Here are some pictures of the babe, himself.

Back home:(

I tell you what, this roller coaster ride is getting old and I want off! After spending the night at the hospital last night and progressing to 4 cm and 70% effaced, they sent me home this morning after no change during the night. I'm still having painful contractions about every 5-7 minutes. I'm really trying to rest in the fact that God has a perfect moment for this little boy to be born and trying to abide in Him as my source of peace and patience. I'd appreciate your continued prayers as we anticipate our special moment...whenever it may be.
Love, Sarah

Heading to the hospital

We're heading to the hospital. I've been timing contractions since 1:30pm, it's now 6:30pm. They've been coming every 2-5 minutes and very uncomfortable. I'm still skeptical, but we'll see.
Love, Sarah

Waiting...

Patience is a fruit of the spirit. And as all the other fruits, I know we can only bear them when we are abiding in the vine. (I know, I know). We can't produce patience or any other fruit on our own efforts. So when I say, "I'm trying to be patient", I think that's where the problem is, I AM TRYING! After two trips to the hospital over the weekend with contractions that were timeable and strong and after having them stopped with medication both times, I'm going a bit crazy with anticipation! I'm not even 37 weeks and yet, I keep expecting this baby to come any day now. I'm dwelling, let me be honest. With every contraction my mind starts wondering if this might be it. I simply cannot keep doing this for the next three plus weeks! I know that the only way I'm going to make it through this time is by abiding in the vine, He never disappoints, but why it's taking my so long to go there I'm not quite sure. Could it be that I want to obsess? Could it be that deep in my simple brain with altered logic I think that the more I dwell, the closer I will be to meeting my son? Oh Sarah! Get a grip! Sawyer will come into this world at his divinely appointed time and for me to think I can do anything to make it any different, or for me to want it to be any different is just silly! I just had to confess this struggle here. Thanks for letting me do a little journaling. I'm trying to focus on other things, the business of living daily life, etc..., but what I've left out is abiding in the vine and I know that's where all the trouble lies. "Jesus, here I come, I want to abide in you! Not just now, when I am feeling such need, but always as I always have profound need of you, whether I see it or not. I know I can do all things through you, because you give me strength. I know that only you can give me the peace and patience and joy I need to be whole and content, regardless of my circumstances. Fill me with your presence Father, be my everything as only you can be! Amen"