Quick Update

Dave's mom took the older two out to the playground this morning, and maybe on to the Big Arches.  I thought I would write a quick update before Rachel needs my attention again. She has been very fussy this past week - maybe just usual baby stuff - but it has been hard on us.  The nights are much too short and so it is a lifesaver to have Dave's mom here! Rachel still has a cough but is much better than she was last week.  I have started noticing that her usual preemie clothes aren't fitting her and I am pretty sure her legs and arms have grown! Yeah! She is wearing a few outfits (still preemie) that I wasn't sure she would ever grow into.  She may yet be able to wear some of Abigail's early clothes!


Yesterday we all went over to the Village Square pool.  I walked around with Rachel.  I had hoped to look around the library while everyone else swam but Rachel fussed till the last 10 minutes.  One thing I struggle with is stranger's questions and yesterday it seemed tougher than usual.  She was so bright-eyed and beautiful in pink and people are so drawn to babies.  I wrote something about this awhile ago but I haven't posted it yet.  I think maybe I will sometime soon because these situations have played a pretty large role in how I feel, think etc..Now I think I understand why many hurting people would rather lie than get caught up in a conversation where they have to explain it all again...





She's sleeping.  I am going to go seep some tea and listen to some new music a friend recommended.  Thanks Fiona:)  And just breathe and be.


Jesus, you are my song in the night. My strength in the fire.