Baby Faith Hope

Dear friends, I wanted to share with all of you the beautiful story of baby Faith Hope, who passed away this past Saturday, May 23rd, in her mother’s arms. Baby Faith had anencephaly, the same disorder as Red’s daughter Therese Joy and my daughter Lucy Rose, but she defied the odds and lived an amazing 93 days! Faith’s wonderful mother, Myah, created a beautiful blog dedicated to tracking Faith’s daily life, complete with pictures and sweet video clips. Those of us who have had babies with anencephaly followed Faith’s blog and watched in amazement as we saw Faith giggle, coo, and hold up her head for the first time. Please say a prayer for Myah as she grieves the loss of her baby girl, and also a prayer of thanksgiving for the beautiful witness of Faith’s life here on earth.  

You can read more here at Myah’s blog about her precious daughter, Faith Hope.

Pentecost Children’s Activities

Pentecost is one of my favorite feast days, and I am looking for some cool craft/baking/story ideas for my 4.5 year old this week to help her gain an appreciation for the day. Anyone?

Y Chromosome in the House

Well folks, my latest German ultrasound revealed all the makin’s of a new male to join our family in October. I know that this blog is no place to feel publicly anxious about the prospect of mothering 2 boys who are just 22 months apart, but here I am, I am anxious about the prospect of mothering 2 boys who are just 22 months apart. Nonetheless, he is healthy as can be floating around in there – so we are grateful. Thanks to everyone for the prayers. Have a blessed Ascension Sunday.

Phil & Ted’s Strollers

If you’re looking to buy a new double stroller in the near future, Costco has a good deal going on for Phil and Ted’s strollers (which are really nice and usually much more costly!) Check it out.