After months of anticipation, the day is almost upon us... At 5:30 AM, Mommy and I will depart for the hospital, and, if all goes well, will welcome you into the world a couple of hours later. It seems like only yesterday that we were undergoing the same preparations for your older brother. Of course, it doesn't seem to be that long ago that we were sitting in the doctor's office being told that we were going to the hospital to welcome your eldest brother. My, how the almost six years since have flown by... your brothers are both awaiting your appearance, as are a multitude of grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins and curious friends and family. Of course, your wonderful Mommy, who has undergone more struggles than any of us in awaiting your presentations, will be the most joyous Mother in the hospital, I'm sure...I'm thankful for the gift that God is going to bestow upon us with your presence, particularly given the struggles that we went through while waiting for Jackson. There is no doubt that God has a plan for each and every one of us, and that we must be patient and prayerfully await His promises. While I am sure there will be difficulties in raising two siblings 13 months apart, I'm even more sure that the blessings and benefits will far outweigh the burdens.
Your oldest brother helping to prepare your room
Your new crib...
Miss Riley Elizabeth, I can't wait to meet you!
Love, Daddy
3 comments:
Danny:
Please let us all know when Riley is here and how she and Jessica are doing. How wonderful that you blog as well!!!
Betty Hill (anxiously awaiting the news!)
oh, I can't wait!! I love you and miss you!
sweet letter. keep up the blogging, Danny!
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