Ultrasound Results…
You give and take away, but blessed be Your Name.
The doctor was not able to find anything.
No heartbeat(s).
No sight of anything.
Brenda is going in for a blood test today to see if her hcg levels are going up – if they are, then there is fear that the babies are in the fallopian tubes, which is not good either. There are rare cases where the embryos will be somewhere and not be able to be seen for awhile, but he did not see anything. He said it did not look good.
We just ask you to pray. I will give a more thorough update after we hear the results of the blood test which we should get later today.
Until then, we grieve. We so desire for God to perform a miracle right now and we know He can. From the human perspective, we realize that the chances of the babies surviving are slim to none, if they are still in there.
This is so hard to comprehend right now! God knows what He is doing and we know He is working His good purposes in this. We know God is taking care of our babies in heaven where they will never leave His arms. But that means that we sit here empty.
We know we will get through this and we hope that God will give us more clarity after the blood test results. Thank you for praying!
Kristin…I don't have many words. My heart is in pieces for you. I don't understand why this is happening. Why the elation only to end in such devastation. And the sad thing is I know too well how it feels to stare at an empty ultrasound screen. Just know that I will be praying for a miracle and for God's peace to overwhelm you and Dan. He does have the ultimate plan and as for the rest we can only trust and hang on tight. Love you girl!!!
Kristin… I have been following your blogs for the past couple weeks after Kari filled me in. Oh girl, my heart is just breaking for you both right now. Praying that God will fill you with HIS peace as only he can do. Praying that he will work a miracle and that the Dr's could be mistaken. Psalm 31:14 & 15, A verse that I live by…"But I am trusting you O Lord, YOU are my GOD. My future is in your hands!" Hugs and blessings! -Kathy Busscher
Hi Kristin….the Lord really impressed on my heart today to pray for Brenda…I came home to find this interesting post on FB….now I see why. Prayers for you as well. Knowing, and trusting with you that our SOVEREIGN God has everything in the palm of His hand. In fact, this morning as I studied the Names of God in my devotions, today's name was "God of Comfort". Praying that ALL involved will experience the God of Comfort…Kinita Schripsema
Kristin and Dan – my name is Becca and I am Jeremy and Molly's sister-in-law (my husband Nate is Jer's brother). Jer and Molly have been sharing your story with us and I wanted to let you know that we have been praying for you. I am sorry to hear that the ultrasound results were not what you were hoping for. Nate and I also know what it feels like to see an empty uterus on the ultrasound screen. Almost two years ago we lost a baby in an ectopic pregnancy – we know it's heartbreaking and we know it's also scary. We are praying for a miracle with you and praying for Brenda's health. – Nate and Becca Triemstra
dan and kristin, our hearts ache with yours. we know how badly you want this to happen and we desire the same. we continue to trust and praise God for all He is doing and for what He has in store for you and your family. He is a God of surprises, mystery and wonder. and He loves you…
Kristin-we have been praying for you and Dan. You may not understand God's plan yet, but like the earlier post, let HIS grace and love OVERWHELM you. Many thoughts and prayers are coming your way. Randy & Patti Boersen
I'm so sorry to hear this numbing news.
Three years ago, when we went to find out if we were having a boy or a girl, we were told the same awful news. "I'm sorry, there is no heartbeat." Even though we lost our son, we never lost our God. Every prayer helped us feel more comfort from Him.
God has never left your side. May you feel his presence more than ever now.
The Lord will comfort us, and we cling to Him during this time. Psalm 23
Our prayers are with you!!!
I just want to thank you ALL from both Dan and I, for your prayers, comments, and care you have all shown. Many of you have experienced the pain of losing a child in some way. To read of those stories honestly brings tears but also comfort to our hearts as we now walk the path that many of you have been on before. As we are sure you feel the same, this is not a way that we would wish we would all connect – but that is the pure joy of being part of the FAMILY of God. Thank you for sharing your stories and know that we appreciate your openness as we continue to walk this path of grief. Thank you for your prayers and thoughts – they are needed and loved!