God is SO good

In between feedings and diaper changes we have had some moments to reflect on God’s goodness to us over the last year. Almost a year ago, we were told that we might not be able to have a baby or it may be very difficult to get pregnant. God answered so many cries by bringing Lilia into our lives. This morning was a difficult morning as Lilia refused to feed. She hungrily cried for an hour and a half and refused to nurse or be comforted. After making a few teary phone calls to other missionaries, we were told to call a La Leche league leader who just happens to be someone we already know, live 10 minutes away, is American and had a free afternoon to help us out. A couple of hours later she sat down with us, showed us some things to help feed Lilia, and mostly just encouraged us that what we are experiencing is normal and will pass. We are in awe of the ways God answers prayer! These were no coincidences. and…here are some more pics. We just can’t get enough of her and thought maybe you couldn’t either!

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Bringing Home Baby

Our Amazing Dr. Arce

First Time in Car Seat

Wide-eyed Beauty

Enough, No More Pictures

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We came home from the hospital on Thursday afternoon with our precious, little pink bundle. We survived our first night at home with her. At first she just kept us up with normal complaints: diaper, hunger, gas–but around 3 she decided she just wanted to hang out with mom and dad. We couldn’t resist the cuddles and gave in for just one night…well, we’ll see–she’s pretty convincing!

Welcome, Lilia Rose Chadwick

Jon and Elise are extremely proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Lilia Rose Chadwick. Lilia was born on February 24th, 2009 at 4:12pm. We had a doctor’s visit today at 12:00, Lilia’s weight had dropped a few ounces since last Friday so we decided to induce rather than risk any complications. Lilia weighs 7.25 Lbs and is 19.3 inches long. Thank you so much for your prayers.

Jon and Elise

Lilia moments after birth

Lilia grabbing Elise's finger

Lilia

Papi with his nene

Mamacita

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