The whole fam (Trevor's side, that is) was together in Seattle for Christmas. Our sister-in-law had recently given birth to twins. This meant there was always a baby to hold! When normally I would shy away from holding young babies and let people (like the grandmother) who really want to hold them do so, I was able to often have a baby in my arms (since Grandma was already holding one).
I was so glad that there was enough baby to go around so that I could spend lots of time with either my niece or my nephew. With one of the twins hoisted on my hip we looked into the mirror together as he discovered his little face in the reflection. As Jacob looked at his own face, I looked at the two of us and thought, this looks right, I'd definitely like to be a mother.
I vividly remember sitting in the quiet upstairs in the dark in an old rocking chair, soothing my niece, Jenna, as I quietly rocked her to sleep. It felt so right to have a little baby in my arms. It felt so comfortable sitting quietly rocking and humming lullabies. I knew then, I wanted my own rocking chair. I wanted my own baby.
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| My niece, Jenna and me |
Now I just look in the mirror and just wish that there was a cute, smiling baby looking back at me.
Hopefully one day.
I remember that Christmas well and I remember what a help you were with the twins. It meant so much to me that you were always coming to my side ready to hold a baby or change a diaper. I didn't realize then what an impact holding those babies had on you. You will be a remarkable mother. I pray that it will be your turn again soon.
ReplyDeleteWhen that day happens, you will be such a wonderful mother. Watching you with Rachel these past two weeks brought me such mixed emotions: joy because I loved watching you two bond and interact, sadness because I miss Luke too, and concern because I worried about how being around Rachel so much would stir your emotions. I love you!
ReplyDeleteI agree with Laura. You will be fantastic.
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