Today it is 17 months since we said “Hello and Goodbye” to our precious baby girl, Calleigh Joy. Not a single day has gone by that I do not miss her, think about her and wonder what amazing things she would be doing today in her toddlerhood. As her room sits the same way we had it when we were getting ready for her to come home and live with us, I can go in there and look at her crib, her clothes hanging up, her stuffed bear, her book that her big sister bought her and I can remember how hard the last 17 months have been, and how much I’ve learned about myself and my marriage. Today, in between work and a softball game, we will go to the cemetery and decorate her grave with some fresh flowers from Calleigh’s Garden that were planted in memory and honor of her. Our baby girl. Our precious girl.
17 Weeks –
Today it is also my 17th week of pregnancy with Twin A & Twin B. 17 Weeks! In reality we are probably almost half way done. Dr. Kenney hasn’t given a whole lot of specifics yet about delivering, but my personal goal right now is to make it to the middle of October. That would mean that today IS the half-way point. Taylor and I went in today for a “quick check”. They both looked great, but I think they were still sleepy because they didn’t show off near as much as they did last Monday for daddy! But we got a couple of pictures and the heartbeats were strong and both at 153 bpm. Next week is our “big anatomy scan”! This will be a long appointment where they will actually look at and measure each organ and make sure it is functioning properly. Also, if they co-operate, we will find out if they are two girls, two boys, or one of each!
Number 17 –
I can’t forget Taylor! 17 is her favorite number and it’s also the number that she wears on her jersey for softball! So as we head to Sterling tonight for a 9:00 p.m. game, we will be rooting on #17! Taylor’s favorite defensive position to play is 2nd base, but her absolute favorite thing to do is bat. And boy can she slug the ball out there! Go Panthers!
June 17th –
And last, but NOT least, Justen! June 17th was the last time we’ve heard from our “Coast Guard Son” who is living it up in Alaska! :) (Really he’s working, but I like to give him a hard time about being on a three month vacation!) He is doing good, enjoying the scenery, doing some fishing and patrolling the waters to keep our home land safe! We are so proud of him!
Love and Peace to All!
Bittersweet 17. I am praying or your comfort, peace and protection of those sweet babies.
ReplyDeleteYes, it was bittersweet. What a great way to describe it!
DeleteKindy, I love that picture of your girls sweet feet. So tiny and so precious!! :)
ReplyDeleteAnd CONGRATULATIONS on expecting TWINS! I am beyond thrilled for you!!! Multiples have a special place in my heart because my brothers are twins and my best friend is a triplet. (and my best friend and brother are to be married!) <3
I LOVE that pic of her feet too! And multiples have a special place for me too - hubby is a triplet! :)
DeleteMY FAVORITE NUMBER IS 17!!! My birthdate + my birthmonth add up to 17, my birthyear, if you add each number together equals 17, I graduated High School at the age of 17, my son was born on the 17th....just lots of reasons to love the number 17!!! So happy for you that things are going so good with this pregnancy and praying it continues and you have two healthy, happy babies come October! I had always wanted twins, but it never happened, so I'm living vicariously through reading your blog. :o)
ReplyDeleteThat's so funny about all of your 17's too! :) I always wanted twins too, so this should be a fun ride!
DeleteWhat a sweet number. 17 months without your little one must be incredibly hard. I have only been 3 months without mine and it seems like forever. Congrats on the Twins! Praying for a healthy pregnancy and healthy babies. I LOVE softball games in the summer! Actually, I love softball games all year.
ReplyDeleteKristy, I wish I could tell you it gets "better" with time, but it doesn't. You learn how to cope, but your little one will ALWAYS be a part of your life and will change how you will eventually parent your rainbow baby. You won't take things for granted like you might've before, you'll appreciate each and every special moment, because you know how fragile life is!
DeleteIm visiting from Teshas blog. I read your sweet story and sit here crying! What a beautiful tribute and an amazing family you have. We lost our 3rd son at 5 months old in 08. Im so sorry for your loss and will be prayind for you sweet rainbow babies!!
ReplyDeleteBrigette, thank you for your kind words and prayers! It's a long, hard road we have been asked to walk, but I am thankful for the beautiful ladies I have met along the way!
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