Today we hit a couple of milestones. Abigail officially began her 2nd trimester (yea!), and we had another ultrasound and got to see the baby kick and move. We thought we'd blog a few pictures so you could all see the progress this child is making. In this photo you can see a nice side view with an arm sticking up and the umbilical cord at the top.
At today's visit we got to see the baby pretty well developed with all its parts (arms, legs, hands, feet, brain, spine, heart, etc.) It was an amazing experience to share together. As soon as Dr. Johnson started the ultrasound we could see our child moving and jumping. Abigail commented that Baby Gaines knew it was being watched so did some extra kicks and jumps to show off for its mom and dad. An absolute miracle to behold!
We'll settle the he/she mystery at next month's appointment. Dr. J said the baby looks beautiful and we're right on track. Thanks for your prayers. We look forward to the role you will all play in this child's life and development. We love you all!
Thursday, April 06, 2006
Good Bye First Tri!!!
A great 14 week shot of our baby's profile. Nice round head. Cute little nose. Baby Gaines is now the size of a large peach. How sweet it is!
Sunday, April 02, 2006
Reflections from Dad
Until now Abigail's been doing all of the baby blogging, so I thought I'd swing in and give a few pregnancy reflections of my own. The Lord has certainly been faithful to us in so many ways. His timing is perfect. As I write we are hopefully coming to the beginning of the end of finishing our major construction overhaul of 143 S. Wabash, and this baby's room which now sits without walls, will soon have the Abitouches put to it. I'm hoping for a mural. After recent trip to Colina de Luz, I'm feeling more ready than ever to be a dad. Ironically, it was on the playground at Colina eight years ago that the Lord first put in me this desire through the embrace of a 5 year-old orphan. He's brought me full circle on that one and again remained faithful.
Abigail's been a wonderful pregnant wife, and soon to be mom. We've gone almost exclusively organic in all of our food consumption. No pesticides, preservatives, or growth-hormones for this child. You all know how health conscious she is and we've only taken that up about 10 levels. She also amazes me as she continues to direct the Homework House amidst weird tummy issues, aches, pains, and exhaustion. I have so much respect and admiration for her!
We've got another ultrasound appointment later this week, so look for another baby picture to be posted soon. Abigail got to hear the heartbeat last week, and I was the absent father (we actually didn't know this was that kind of appointment). Anyhow...my prayer for this child continues to be, "may every heartbeat beat for you my Lord" Seeing that all creation in some way is a part of ceaseless praise directed towards its Creator, we were sitting in church worshipping awhile back and I was struck by the thought that this child is already worshipping even as its being knit together. Wes or Steve, perhaps a song? Too late to make this CD? Worth a shot! Look for an upcoming blog about what it will take to be the best uncle as I reflect again.
Abigail's been a wonderful pregnant wife, and soon to be mom. We've gone almost exclusively organic in all of our food consumption. No pesticides, preservatives, or growth-hormones for this child. You all know how health conscious she is and we've only taken that up about 10 levels. She also amazes me as she continues to direct the Homework House amidst weird tummy issues, aches, pains, and exhaustion. I have so much respect and admiration for her!
We've got another ultrasound appointment later this week, so look for another baby picture to be posted soon. Abigail got to hear the heartbeat last week, and I was the absent father (we actually didn't know this was that kind of appointment). Anyhow...my prayer for this child continues to be, "may every heartbeat beat for you my Lord" Seeing that all creation in some way is a part of ceaseless praise directed towards its Creator, we were sitting in church worshipping awhile back and I was struck by the thought that this child is already worshipping even as its being knit together. Wes or Steve, perhaps a song? Too late to make this CD? Worth a shot! Look for an upcoming blog about what it will take to be the best uncle as I reflect again.
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