Wednesday, February 24, 2010

7 months old!!!

In this house, birthdays are really big and when you are in your first year,
not one month goes unnoticed!
Happy 7 month birthday Betsy Grace!
We love you!!!
Gotta love the pose!
As you can tell, this child LOVES the camera!
Anytime I get out my phone or camera, she puts on the BIG smile!
It doesn't get much happier than this :)
So strong, pushing over her toys!



I can't believe that more than half a year has gone by with our sweet girl! Our hearts contain so much joy, love and hope, we never imagined a love like this, not only for our child but for each other. Mac and I have grown and learned so much over the years, especially the past 7 months, God's mighty works are morphing the way we live, love and serve and we are so blessed!

Monday, February 22, 2010

We are sitting up!

Betsy Grace is sitting up and just in case you can't tell, she is so proud of herself! Being that she is a little top heavy, she has to balance with her arms...this girl has got a strong core :) This has opened so many new windows in her little world. Bath time used to be a wonderful, relaxing, wind down activity but has now become splash city, as she vigorously smacks her hands in the water. She laughs so hard at the waves that she produces...it is hilarious!
We are having so much fun!
Here she is showing Aunt Lou Lou her new trick...yay!

Sunday, February 14, 2010

Happy Valentines Day!

We've got more love in this house than you can imagine!!!
From our heart to yours!
love,
libby, mac, betsy grace, vince and sadie

love my aunt lou lou

could keep my eyes off my cousin Braden

chatting it up with mom and dad

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Our "New Normal"

Last Thursday, our life changed, our world became jumbled and our stomachs felt as though they had been thrown to the wolves. It was last Thursday that we learned that our precious baby girl had a genetic growth disorder. Something that she had been born with, nothing passed down, a new creation in her perfect little body. One might think that we were devestated but Mac and I found ourselves at the other side of the spectrum, thanking God and feeling so blessed. Many of you know that Betsy Grace was a miracle from the start, so the fact that we have her to love and hold is beyond belief. She is the product of so much love, faith and hope and that's why we are so grateful for her, complete and beautiful, just as God intended. You see, our life changed because we are living each day, from here on out, with complete purpose and beautiful love, just as God intended. Yes, things are different from the way that we envisioned 8 days ago, but they are so much better. They are in fact our "new normal" and we have vowed before God, to each other and over Betsy Grace that not one day will go by without great thanks for the renewed life we are living. We know that our challenges will come, but not without great reward and that makes us soooo excited! Our "new normal" will teach us so much and will soon just become the pattern of our life. This past week has been filled with many questions and doubts but they are slowly getting smaller as the moments of strength and courage rise. Mac and I know that we can do this and we know that with God and our unbelievable community of prayer warriors and support, Betsy Grace's life will be an amazing journey.
Thank you all for your love and prayers, as you can see, she hasn't changed one bit with this diagnosis. The joy on her face is such a reminder of God's grace...guess we named her perfectly :)
xoxo


Dancing with Daddy before a Saturday morning run
We learned today that the Johnny Jump Up is not good for her support but these were taken before the new knowledge and were too cute not to post :)


Anyone notice the Sadie cameo in the back? Luckily this toy is still ok to use, mommy might have an issue with the Dr. if she were told otherwise. The exersaucer is a favorite!



Saturday, February 6, 2010

love note to my daughter

Dear Betsy Grace,
You are my miracle, my precious miracle! What a week this has been, our journey has taken another path, our normal has deviated...there are so many unknowns but one thing that remains true and certain is my love for you. You remind me everyday of unconditional, everlasting and pure love that God has for us and you are such a blessing to your daddy and I. You are so beautiful and made perfect by God. He created you and knit you perfectly according to HIS plan and purpose and we are eager, like children on Christmas morning, to see your life unfold. We pray that you are a light, a shining light, who touches and blesses those around you. Your beautiful smile, sparkly eyes and Christ-like spirit will capture the hearts of so many, you will never know the magnitude of love and prayers that cover you. Promise me that you will never look to others for your self image, all you will ever need is found within God. He will protect you, love you, enrich you, bless you and never fail you. You will teach us all so much about life, I am so very proud to be your mommy. I promise to always be there for you. Our journey will be filled with great laughs, comforting hugs and wonderful moments, which will get us through the bumps in the road and tears along the way. Your daddy and I will be the best parents we can be and we will never stop loving you! I love you so much my heart hurts and can't wait for each new day that another little part of your personality is revealed. You are my heart and soul!
love,
mommy