We got the ultrasound today to check and see that all is well with Baby Cinco and to find out what it is.
Here's how it happened....The sonographer was looking around and taking measurements. She just happened to land on a shot where we could see the legs straddled in a "v-position" and there was the penis sticking out for all the world to see. Since I've already had 3 boys, I knew what to look for. I looked over at Jon and said, "Oh my gosh--It's a boy!" She didn't even have to tell me. She confirmed my announcement by saying, "Aye-It's a lad alright. He made no mystery about it. That's for sure."
Many of you are wondering how I feel about that. Well, I am thrilled that as far as anyone is able to tell, the baby looks healthy. Sure, I am a little sad that I won't have a daughter and all the wonderful things that go with that.....pink clothes, wanting me at the birth, the mother of the bride etc. But, I also know that this little boy will fit right into our family and it will be impossible to imagine our lives without him. So, I'm truly happy and I know that this boy is a gift that has been given to us. We will love him forever.
It does give me pause to think about what a responsibility it is to raise 4 boys who will become men who (I pray) love and follow Jesus. I am already praying for the wives of my sons--that I will have a good relationship with them and be a great mother-in-law. I've learned a lot just by watching my own mother in law be such a great one! And maybe at least one will invite me to the birth ;).
Early on in the pregnancy when I was so worried about having another miscarriage the Lord gave a verse to Jon:
1 Corinthians 2:9 "No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has ever conceived what God has prepared for those who love him."
I wrote it on a big piece of paper and put it on the ceiling above my side of the bed. Every time I have worried about the baby, the birth, or have felt fear I have remembered that verse. This baby is being knit together by our heavenly Father who loves him and already has great things prepared for him, me, and our family. I know it doesn't mean that nothing could go wrong--but it is a word from the Lord and has been comforting for me. So far, each baby has had a whole Psalm to be prayed during the pregnancy but I wonder if this baby will just have this verse.
Having another boy does make some things a little simpler--I have lots of boy baby clothes in storage back in the US. We have the toys. I know what to expect (MORE WRESTLING---Lord help me!) What potty training a boy is like, their love for sticks and holes. (seriously--read that link--really funny post by one of my favorite bloggers)
Things that aren't so simple....
1. We have to confront the whole circumcision thing again. Not looking forward to that at all. It is not common in the UK and you have to pay out of pocket. There are not many places (if any) locally to go either. I heard about one option in our town--but it sounds a little sketchy.
2. We have to pick another boy name--+ 2 middle names. We've already used 9 names with the other 3 and now we gotta come up with 3 more that fit all our criteria??!! I really enjoy the whole process--I just don't think it will be EASY.
3. I am seriously outnumbered in my house! My strategy is to get a girl dog when we go back to the US. Her name will be Darcy. And I'm considering adding on a second girl dog just for some balance. Although I do like the idea of having a boy and girl dog whose names are Mr. and Mrs. Darcy....but that's another post. 5 men and 1 woman. 5 to 1. I guess I better learn to love the smell of boys dorm rooms--cuz I think my house will start smelling like that in about 10 years!
6 comments:
It is a blessing to simply be able to conceive and bear children... especially healthy children. I pray for my boys' future wives too! And I do hope and pray that they will all be close when they're older =).
You're so blessed, Amelia! Congratulations again!
(I'm still trying to convince John that we have enough love for one more baby =)!)
What a great uplifting post---Congrats on your NEXT boy!!!
Oh, Amelia. You and Jon certainly do an amazing job with boys, that is for sure. I know there's so much emotion...and I know it will be simpler in so many ways--easier to share clothes, rooms, toys, books...Just think what an expert you'll be with boy number four!
love you so much, friend, and that sweet baby boy already, too. hugs hugs hugs and love all around!
Great post, Amelia. I love your reflections and can identify with the outnumbered thing, although it was only 3 to 1 at our house and I never really felt outnumbered. I will pray that your future daughters-in-law will be as awesome as you. :-) Love you.
Congratulations!
If it's any consolation, I've done my part to keep the sexes ratio balanced...3 girls. My hubby's the one who will have to deal with all the hormones! At least you get to deal with wrestling and more wrestling...LOL
Congrats on the fourth boy. Thanks for the link.
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