Gestational Carrier/Our Babies

A Speechless Heart

Sometimes I feel so speechless. As you have probably noticed, I haven’t said much via the blog over the past while, but it is just hard to put into words where we are at in life. So much joy. Yet this time can be hard. We can’t help but reflect back on a year ago. It is…

A Different Chapter

Hard to believe that a year ago today, I had my egg retrieval as we began the journey of creating two embryos for Brenda to carry! I sit here and sometimes think it doesn’t even seem real. Yet it feels like it was yesterday. I will never forget that day! So much excitement and so…

Forever In Our Hearts

Forever In Our Hearts

We want to thank you for all of the messages, emails, cards, and hugs as we continue to walk through this journey of grief and healing – especially in remembering our babies birthdate. Each one of them has brought much comfort and peace, knowing we do not walk alone. Getting away last Friday was what…

Getaway to Mille Lacs

Getaway to Mille Lacs

Throughout all of the events of last year, especially losing our babies, we knew remembering would be important – remember/commemorating those mile-markers, the difficult days, and remembering where God had taken us. We know May 16 will always stick in our heads. After reading many books and talking with those who have experienced loss, we…

As the Day Draws Near

As the Day Draws Near

I received a beautiful poem with a dozen roses from a dear friend for Mother’s Day. This week being  the week our babies were to be born, I can’t help but read through this poem, with tears in my eyes, yet knowing my Father has a greater plan. My friend, too, has gone through the pain…