When I Came to Rely on God More

I was raised in church from the time I was born. I was saved at a revival held by Brother Charles Thompson from Wynne, Arkansas at a young age. I hate that I don't even remember the date. It was the Spring and I believe I was about 9 years old. I still remember what I was wearing to this day. My best friend, Mandy and I were saved on the same day and then baptized at the same day by our Pastor, Don Jones. I say this to tell you that I've been a Christian for many years, but didn't really fully give everything to God until the summer of 2010.

July ~ This is a busy month for Mommy for work. I work on a campaign called Jail and Bail. I get to put people in jail, set their bail at $1,000, and all the money goes to help babies. I love my job. Every year since I graduated High School, I've helped Mrs. Lora and Mr Mike with the America's Cover Miss and Boy pageant. (Mommy did pageants back in the day and this was my favorite). This year I got Daddy to come with me so we could take you, Brylee. We also took Meme and Papa Tosh along to help take care of you so Mommy and Daddy could enjoy Florida as well. This was your first time out of Arkansas. We drove 15 hrs to Daytona Beach.

9 Month Check up

 We went for your 9 month check up and what a big girl you are now. Finally catching up to the other babies your age. You were so small for so long.

This month Candace Skarda took your 9 month photos. Here are a few of my favorites.

This is also the month we find out that you are going to a BROTHER!! Our family will be equal again. Mommy and Daddy will have one little girl and one little boy. All we need.

August ~  The month I will never forget. When I went for my monthly check up Dr Sellers found that my cervix was short and placed me on bed rest for what began for just a week and lasted until three weeks before I had Luke. Mommy also turned the big 24! I don't really remember much of my birthday just like every other birthday since I was pregnant with you, Brylee.

September ~ Brylee turns 1! I started planning the party when I knew you were a girl. Is that crazy? Maybe a little but you will understand when you have a little girl of your own. (I already have yours and Luke's party for this year planned) Candace took your 1 year pictures and we had an ice cream party.

Birthday Invitation

 

 

 

October - November ~ These two months consisted of A LOT of Dr appointments, sleeping, watching TV, movies, eating, drinking, and most of all PRAYING. I was scared and happy all at the same time. It's a scary thought knowing you are already dilating and have a short cervix and still have two months left in your pregnancy. These months I prayed more than I ever have before. I really became closer to God. I was released off bed rest on November 10. I went to the biggest razorback game of the season LSU vs Arkansas. We brought the boot back where it belonged.

Daddy and Mommy (9 months preg) and Uncle Brando

December ~  The BIG day finally came. The day we welcome baby Luke into the world. The rest of the month consisted of Dr appointments and all the holiday parties.

Candace Skarda Photography

First of Many family photos

Luke Austin

Dear Jesus, What a year you gave us in 2010. I know that all things happen for a reason. Going through all of this brought me closer to you. Thank you for all the blessings you brought to our family this past year. Watching Brylee grow this first year and bringing Luke into the world has been so special. I love you!