As we get closer to Christmas, I continue to reflect on how much our life has changed in a year. Last year at this time, I had already had 2 chemo infusions, was working full time, getting used to wig wearing, constantly going to the maternal fetal medicine doctor to scan the babies to check on them, and we were trying to get in the Christmas spirit with our 2 excited kiddos. The babies were taking up so much space that walking even for small distances caused me to be out of breath and my body physically hurt constantly. Anticipating Christmas- the joy, the lights, the beauty, the rest- certainly helped me get through that season. I also could relate to Mary carrying baby Jesus because I was so large on Christmas Eve 😂
Remembering that God sent his only son as a sweet baby to Earth; nothing compares. Knowing I’m loved and treasured; priceless. Sharing the Good News with our sweet kiddos and listening to their prayers; absolute joy. Celebrating Christmas is more than the lights, the gifts, the fun, the snow, the music in our home. Remembering Jesus, Emmanuel, God with us; that brings true excitement and joy for me.
Truly this is my favorite time of year. This year, life is so incredibly different. I’m not insanely pregnant, I’m getting used to short hair, we have 2 beautiful baby girls that are almost ONE and I still have a hard time saying we have 4 kids! We have learned that our village is BIG and we love all the people that have showed up for us in the darkness of this past year. God is good.
Merry Christmas to you all from our family to yours! Stay tuned for some family pictures and news of the twins’ first birthday party!
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