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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February 28th, 2009 at 5:40 pm
So awesome! I love how the Lord constantly surprises us by caring for us and meeting all our needs…no matter how big or small. Lilia is a beauty and Elise, you look GREAT! What an amazing blessing to you both!
February 28th, 2009 at 6:24 pm
You aret right! We cant get enough of her. I have spread the news at mc and Mr. Blayne made sure he went right to the library to email you. Miss. Tiffany (dye)taubert asked me to give her best as i showed off lilias pics on my phone. Much love and prayers! Teri
March 3rd, 2009 at 5:43 pm
Mr. John, this great, I’m so happy for you and your extended familly.
March 4th, 2009 at 5:55 am
What a beautiful baby girl! Meredith sent me this link so I could ooohh and ahhh (which I did!). I went to a few LaLeche’s meetings when we lived in Columbus, IN where Meredith was born. The League “mothers” were sooo very helpful at a time I really needed it. Some people thought they were a radical group that nursed school-age children — I found them kind, caring and an extremely important part of making my nursing experience very positive. Isn’t it neat how God puts just the right people in our paths?? God bless you! Rita McCoy