I get the question, "Are you going to have any more kids?" asked often. Since finding out Magdalena's diagnosis it was always a tough question to answer. We had always envisioned ourselves with multiple children, but there was always the lingering thought of having to endure this difficult situation again. Although it is less than a one percent chance that we would have another child with T18, the percentage still exists. When pregnant, I said multiple times that I couldn't do this again and my mom constantly reminded me that it is not always that difficult. Being pregnant was physically uncomfortable, but I was referring to the constant emotional exhaustion. As Magdalena continued to do well, Noah and I weren't sure when to begin thinking about other children. Noah and I discussed that I would work really hard at losing my weight, but I was willing to be five pounds more than what I was originally. People poked fun at my not eating Magdalena's birthday cakes...
We are praying for Jesus to be their source of comfort and though we are thankful for Layne's wholeness, our hearts hurt for their family. We are also praying for them to be protected from any thoughtless comments during the time to come...
ReplyDeleteWhile I pray for Layne's family, I also remember you and how you know exactly how they feel. I'm sure you will be going through your recent loss as you walk along side of them. Praying for you too. (I'm just a stranger that followed your blog journey with your sweet little girl and continued even after she went to Jesus.)
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