Dear Isaac,
Last night Daddy and I went to Nick's wedding. It was fun to get all dressed up and show you off! The wedding was at a Greek church, and some of the things the priest said were even in Greek.
In many of the prayers, Isaac from the Bible, whom you were named after, was mentioned. In each of these prayers that mentioned Isaac, the priest was praying for God to bless Nick and Marylin as he blessed Isaac. I couldn't help but think of you.
I started praying and asking God to bless you. I asked Him again for a miracle, that he would heal your body and make you whole. I asked Him to keep you from being in any pain. And I asked Him to give Mommy and Daddy and long time with you. It was neat that even though we were at the wedding, I still was able to think about you and pray for you.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Saturday, August 30, 2008
August 30, 2008
Dear Isaac,
This morning Daddy and I walked around Annapolis. I love it there. We had breakfast at a place that was VERY crowded, but the food was yummy. We sat at the edge of the dock on a bench and looked out at the water. You were kicking a lot, and Daddy and I each had a hand on my tummy as we just sat and talked for a while. We went into a couple of stores, and on our way back to the hotel, found a store full of really beautiful baby things. The store was called "Bonjour" which means "hello" in French.
We had planned to look for an outfit for you on Monday, but I was so glad to have found this little shop. The store was small, but everything in there was special. We picked out an outfit for you that's a sweet shade of baby blue. It is made of the softest cotton. I kept rubbing it against my cheek, and it just felt so good. It's a long "onsie" as they call them, and it has long sleeves and long pant legs. One of the things I liked about it is that it won't cover your feet. I want to be able to see your little feet and toes. I think this outfit will feel really comfortable on you. Daddy and I both thought it was perfect.
I think about you all the time, Isaac. I am really looking forward to getting to meet you soon. I want so much to be able to just hold you, hug you, and kiss you.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
This morning Daddy and I walked around Annapolis. I love it there. We had breakfast at a place that was VERY crowded, but the food was yummy. We sat at the edge of the dock on a bench and looked out at the water. You were kicking a lot, and Daddy and I each had a hand on my tummy as we just sat and talked for a while. We went into a couple of stores, and on our way back to the hotel, found a store full of really beautiful baby things. The store was called "Bonjour" which means "hello" in French.
We had planned to look for an outfit for you on Monday, but I was so glad to have found this little shop. The store was small, but everything in there was special. We picked out an outfit for you that's a sweet shade of baby blue. It is made of the softest cotton. I kept rubbing it against my cheek, and it just felt so good. It's a long "onsie" as they call them, and it has long sleeves and long pant legs. One of the things I liked about it is that it won't cover your feet. I want to be able to see your little feet and toes. I think this outfit will feel really comfortable on you. Daddy and I both thought it was perfect.
I think about you all the time, Isaac. I am really looking forward to getting to meet you soon. I want so much to be able to just hold you, hug you, and kiss you.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Friday, August 29, 2008
August 29, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Last night you were more wiggly than you've been in a long time! I continue to feel you kick and move in places I haven't before, and that's really fun for Mommy. As Daddy and I were laying in bed to go to sleep, he had his hand on my tummy, too, and he could feel you moving all around, too. We love knowing that you're alive, and growing, and that you're safe in there.
It is finally Friday, and Daddy and I are glad for the weekend. We have an extra long weekend because it is Labor Day and we have the day off on Monday. I am hoping we'll be able to go to the store and pick out an outfit for you. We've wanted to wait to go until we had some time to not feel rushed so we can pick out an outfit that's just right.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Last night you were more wiggly than you've been in a long time! I continue to feel you kick and move in places I haven't before, and that's really fun for Mommy. As Daddy and I were laying in bed to go to sleep, he had his hand on my tummy, too, and he could feel you moving all around, too. We love knowing that you're alive, and growing, and that you're safe in there.
It is finally Friday, and Daddy and I are glad for the weekend. We have an extra long weekend because it is Labor Day and we have the day off on Monday. I am hoping we'll be able to go to the store and pick out an outfit for you. We've wanted to wait to go until we had some time to not feel rushed so we can pick out an outfit that's just right.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Thursday, August 28, 2008
August 28, 2008
Dear Isaac,
This weekend Mommy and Daddy get to go away for a few days to a beautiful town called Annapolis. It is on the water, has lots of old buildings, and is a very nice place to walk around. It's one of Mommy's favorite towns, actually, and I am glad that Daddy and I will get the chance to take you there. It's another special thing for us to be able to do with you while you are with us.
Daddy spent quite a bit saying goodnight to you last night. He was rubbing and kissing my tummy, and I think you gave him a few small kicks. He always hopes and really likes it when you kick back really hard.
Today it is raining. We've needed the rain... the plants and the grass have been having a hard time without it. When I was little, I loved rainy days in the summer. Aunt Kate and I would make umbrella forts in the back yard and sit inside of them while the rain fell all around us. Now, I like the sunny days better, though. They seem a lot happier.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
This weekend Mommy and Daddy get to go away for a few days to a beautiful town called Annapolis. It is on the water, has lots of old buildings, and is a very nice place to walk around. It's one of Mommy's favorite towns, actually, and I am glad that Daddy and I will get the chance to take you there. It's another special thing for us to be able to do with you while you are with us.
Daddy spent quite a bit saying goodnight to you last night. He was rubbing and kissing my tummy, and I think you gave him a few small kicks. He always hopes and really likes it when you kick back really hard.
Today it is raining. We've needed the rain... the plants and the grass have been having a hard time without it. When I was little, I loved rainy days in the summer. Aunt Kate and I would make umbrella forts in the back yard and sit inside of them while the rain fell all around us. Now, I like the sunny days better, though. They seem a lot happier.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
August 27, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Last night I worked on putting all of my letters to you into a book. It's not an actual book yet, but I am designing it on the computer and then will have it made into one. I have lots of pictures in it...like pictures from the ultrasounds and all sorts of ones of you in my tummy while we do different things. I have enjoyed working on it a lot because I get to re-read many of those letters and think about you. This afternoon Daddy is going to play golf, so I will have some more time to work on it.
It seems like such a little while until Daddy and I will get the chance to meet you. I am looking forward to holding you, touching your soft skin, and kissing your sweet little face. I wish I knew that I would be able to have years to snuggle and cuddle with you, but I am thankful to know that I will even be able to meet you at all. You are such a treasure to Daddy and to me.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Last night I worked on putting all of my letters to you into a book. It's not an actual book yet, but I am designing it on the computer and then will have it made into one. I have lots of pictures in it...like pictures from the ultrasounds and all sorts of ones of you in my tummy while we do different things. I have enjoyed working on it a lot because I get to re-read many of those letters and think about you. This afternoon Daddy is going to play golf, so I will have some more time to work on it.
It seems like such a little while until Daddy and I will get the chance to meet you. I am looking forward to holding you, touching your soft skin, and kissing your sweet little face. I wish I knew that I would be able to have years to snuggle and cuddle with you, but I am thankful to know that I will even be able to meet you at all. You are such a treasure to Daddy and to me.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
August 26, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Mommy's time is short this morning since I need to get into school and get ready for all of those students who will be coming today.
Kirsten and John came over last night and prayed with us. We continued to beg God for a miracle and to heal your body and make you whole on this side of heaven. I want Him to say yes so badly.
Isaac, want you to know that I love you. I am so proud of you for the way that your life is making an impact on this world. Your existence is causing people to think about God and to pray, strengthening other people's faith, and showing the world that every life matters, and that none is too small that it can't make an impact. Like someone pointed out to Mommy, that's a heavy job for our little thumbs up guy. And you're doing it. I am so proud of you, Isaac.... and I am so thankful that I get to be your Mommy.
I love you.
Love,
Mommy
Mommy's time is short this morning since I need to get into school and get ready for all of those students who will be coming today.
Kirsten and John came over last night and prayed with us. We continued to beg God for a miracle and to heal your body and make you whole on this side of heaven. I want Him to say yes so badly.
Isaac, want you to know that I love you. I am so proud of you for the way that your life is making an impact on this world. Your existence is causing people to think about God and to pray, strengthening other people's faith, and showing the world that every life matters, and that none is too small that it can't make an impact. Like someone pointed out to Mommy, that's a heavy job for our little thumbs up guy. And you're doing it. I am so proud of you, Isaac.... and I am so thankful that I get to be your Mommy.
I love you.
Love,
Mommy
Monday, August 25, 2008
August 25, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Today Mommy and Daddy start another week back at work. The students come back tomorrow. I am a little nervous about that because I am not sure what kinds of questions they will ask about you, but I do love the chance to be able to talk about you.
Like I told you before, just because I am working doesn't mean that I am not thinking about you. I think about you and pray for you all the time. I try to talk to you throughout the day when I can, too. I don't know if you can hear me or not, but I hope so. I rub your little head and your little feet... at least the place on my tummy where I know your head and feet are, to tell you that I am here and that I love you. Hopefully you can feel it when I do that.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Today Mommy and Daddy start another week back at work. The students come back tomorrow. I am a little nervous about that because I am not sure what kinds of questions they will ask about you, but I do love the chance to be able to talk about you.
Like I told you before, just because I am working doesn't mean that I am not thinking about you. I think about you and pray for you all the time. I try to talk to you throughout the day when I can, too. I don't know if you can hear me or not, but I hope so. I rub your little head and your little feet... at least the place on my tummy where I know your head and feet are, to tell you that I am here and that I love you. Hopefully you can feel it when I do that.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Sunday, August 24, 2008
August 24, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Yesterday Daddy and I had some good time to spend together. We took a walk up to a restaurant to have some lunch, and it was good to be outside getting to spend some time together for a while. Daddy played golf in the afternoon, and I had some errands to run. I went to Party City to pick up table cloths for a cookout with the neighbors today, and I ended up walking down the aisle that had things for baby showers. One of the things I found was a kit to take a baby's hand prints and foot prints. So, I bought it for you. I just want the chance to have every memory of you possible.
You were really moving around a lot yesterday. I can tell that you are continuing to grow and get bigger because when I think my tummy can't get any larger, it does! Sometimes your little foot sticks out on the right side of my tummy. I can't see the shape of your foot and toes, but I can see and feel this little bump. Since I know how you are positioned in there, I figure it's your foot. It's really cute. I love it when I can feel it over there.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Yesterday Daddy and I had some good time to spend together. We took a walk up to a restaurant to have some lunch, and it was good to be outside getting to spend some time together for a while. Daddy played golf in the afternoon, and I had some errands to run. I went to Party City to pick up table cloths for a cookout with the neighbors today, and I ended up walking down the aisle that had things for baby showers. One of the things I found was a kit to take a baby's hand prints and foot prints. So, I bought it for you. I just want the chance to have every memory of you possible.
You were really moving around a lot yesterday. I can tell that you are continuing to grow and get bigger because when I think my tummy can't get any larger, it does! Sometimes your little foot sticks out on the right side of my tummy. I can't see the shape of your foot and toes, but I can see and feel this little bump. Since I know how you are positioned in there, I figure it's your foot. It's really cute. I love it when I can feel it over there.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Saturday, August 23, 2008
August 23, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Mommy is really glad it is finally the weekend! I am glad to be able to slow down a little bit and enjoy some time with you.
Last night we met up with Kirsten, John, Anne, and Jack at the park for a barbeque. We even made s'mores over the fire. I think you really liked them! You were wiggling and kicking a lot afterwards. Kirsten even saw you move in my tummy!
We talked a lot about you last night. Kirsten and I wanted to take some time to pray together, but we got wrapped up in our conversation about you and it started to et dark, so we ran out of time. Even though we didn't pray together, I know that she prays for you, and for Mommy and Daddy.
One of the things we talked about was how much your life has already made an impact here. I know I tell you that a lot, but it is really important that you know how much you matter, Isaac. You are not insignificant. Your life has weight, and you are deeply treasured.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Mommy is really glad it is finally the weekend! I am glad to be able to slow down a little bit and enjoy some time with you.
Last night we met up with Kirsten, John, Anne, and Jack at the park for a barbeque. We even made s'mores over the fire. I think you really liked them! You were wiggling and kicking a lot afterwards. Kirsten even saw you move in my tummy!
We talked a lot about you last night. Kirsten and I wanted to take some time to pray together, but we got wrapped up in our conversation about you and it started to et dark, so we ran out of time. Even though we didn't pray together, I know that she prays for you, and for Mommy and Daddy.
One of the things we talked about was how much your life has already made an impact here. I know I tell you that a lot, but it is really important that you know how much you matter, Isaac. You are not insignificant. Your life has weight, and you are deeply treasured.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Friday, August 22, 2008
August 22, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Yesterday was a very long day for both Mommy and Daddy. We're both pretty tired from getting back to work, and we were both out late last night with things we were doing. Daddy had class, and Mommy went to the neighbor's house to plan our picnic.
I think about you all the time. Even though I am at work and have to do other things, I still pay close attention to all of your kicks and wiggles. In fact, your wiggles woke me up pretty early this morning! I don't mind... it gave me some extra time to spend with you before going off to work.
A few nights ago Daddy had a dream about you. He dreamed that it was a few adys after you were born and we were back at home with you. In his dream, he was holding you and you came out perfect... none of the things the doctors have been seeing on the ultrasounds were a problem. We continue to pray that God would do a miracle and heal your little body. Many, many people are asking Him for that.
You are so precious, Isaac. I love you.
Love,
Mommy
Yesterday was a very long day for both Mommy and Daddy. We're both pretty tired from getting back to work, and we were both out late last night with things we were doing. Daddy had class, and Mommy went to the neighbor's house to plan our picnic.
I think about you all the time. Even though I am at work and have to do other things, I still pay close attention to all of your kicks and wiggles. In fact, your wiggles woke me up pretty early this morning! I don't mind... it gave me some extra time to spend with you before going off to work.
A few nights ago Daddy had a dream about you. He dreamed that it was a few adys after you were born and we were back at home with you. In his dream, he was holding you and you came out perfect... none of the things the doctors have been seeing on the ultrasounds were a problem. We continue to pray that God would do a miracle and heal your little body. Many, many people are asking Him for that.
You are so precious, Isaac. I love you.
Love,
Mommy
Thursday, August 21, 2008
August 21, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Yesterday we went to the doctor and we got to listen to your heartbeat. The nurse and I both kept laughing because you were moving around so much from the sugary drink and kept kicking the machine they use to listen to your heartbeat. She finally found it, though, beating strongly at 153 beats per minute.
The doctor we met with wasn't the usual doctor we see. This doctor, in fact, suggested many times that Daddy and I not let my pregnancy with you get this far. There's no way Daddy and I would have ever made that choice. God made you and has given you life, and God will decide when it's time for you to be in heaven with Him. The doctor asked me why we wanted to keep you, and I told him that we would never just get rid of you. I could tell that this doctor hasn't met very many Moms and Dads who feel the way we do. You are so special... fearfully and wonderfully made, like it says in the Bible. You matter... your sweet little life matters. I am so proud to be pregnant with you, and I am so proud to be your Mommy.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Yesterday we went to the doctor and we got to listen to your heartbeat. The nurse and I both kept laughing because you were moving around so much from the sugary drink and kept kicking the machine they use to listen to your heartbeat. She finally found it, though, beating strongly at 153 beats per minute.
The doctor we met with wasn't the usual doctor we see. This doctor, in fact, suggested many times that Daddy and I not let my pregnancy with you get this far. There's no way Daddy and I would have ever made that choice. God made you and has given you life, and God will decide when it's time for you to be in heaven with Him. The doctor asked me why we wanted to keep you, and I told him that we would never just get rid of you. I could tell that this doctor hasn't met very many Moms and Dads who feel the way we do. You are so special... fearfully and wonderfully made, like it says in the Bible. You matter... your sweet little life matters. I am so proud to be pregnant with you, and I am so proud to be your Mommy.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
August 20, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Yesterday was a hard day for Mommy since I had to go back to work. I enjoyed the summer time so much, being able to do nothing and just "be" with you if I wanted to. It feels like my days have gotten so busy so fast. I don't like it very much because it makes each day pass quickly, and I want to slow down and treasure the time I have with you. We had a lot of meetings yesterday and you were kicking away! It was so sweet. At least in the midst of listening to the people speaking I could just put my hands on my tummy and feel you move. I love doing that. I don't want you to think that because I am busy at work that I don't think about you. I do. All the time. And I am so proud of you.
Last night Daddy was saying good night to you like he always does. He put his face right where we know your head is and said, "Good night little buddy" and gave you a kiss. He did that a few times, actually, and you kicked back every time. I know that made Daddy happy... it made me happy, too.
Today I have a doctor's appointment where I have to drink this really sweet and sugary drink and then they take my blood. I think you're going to like this drink! I hope it makes you dance up a storm in there :)
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Yesterday was a hard day for Mommy since I had to go back to work. I enjoyed the summer time so much, being able to do nothing and just "be" with you if I wanted to. It feels like my days have gotten so busy so fast. I don't like it very much because it makes each day pass quickly, and I want to slow down and treasure the time I have with you. We had a lot of meetings yesterday and you were kicking away! It was so sweet. At least in the midst of listening to the people speaking I could just put my hands on my tummy and feel you move. I love doing that. I don't want you to think that because I am busy at work that I don't think about you. I do. All the time. And I am so proud of you.
Last night Daddy was saying good night to you like he always does. He put his face right where we know your head is and said, "Good night little buddy" and gave you a kiss. He did that a few times, actually, and you kicked back every time. I know that made Daddy happy... it made me happy, too.
Today I have a doctor's appointment where I have to drink this really sweet and sugary drink and then they take my blood. I think you're going to like this drink! I hope it makes you dance up a storm in there :)
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
August 19, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Yesterday was a really fun day with you. Mommy went with Daddy to play golf, and he let me drive the cart. I know it meant a lot to Daddy for you to be there. We got some neat pictures of you being there with us.
Here's Daddy golfing...
Here's Mommy in the golf cart...
This is Mommy's shadow with you in my tummy...
And here are Mommy and Daddy's shadows with you in my tummy...
We went out for crabs a little bit later, and really enjoyed that, too. After dinner, we went up to Baker Park to meet with a photographer who took lots of pictures of Mommy, Daddy and you in my tummy. I don't have the pictures from him yet, but he showed us many of them on his camera and they were beautiful. He will be at the hospital the day you are born, too, to take pictures of us holding you and loving you during the time we have with you.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Yesterday was a really fun day with you. Mommy went with Daddy to play golf, and he let me drive the cart. I know it meant a lot to Daddy for you to be there. We got some neat pictures of you being there with us.
Here's Daddy golfing...
Here's Mommy in the golf cart...
This is Mommy's shadow with you in my tummy...
And here are Mommy and Daddy's shadows with you in my tummy...
We went out for crabs a little bit later, and really enjoyed that, too. After dinner, we went up to Baker Park to meet with a photographer who took lots of pictures of Mommy, Daddy and you in my tummy. I don't have the pictures from him yet, but he showed us many of them on his camera and they were beautiful. He will be at the hospital the day you are born, too, to take pictures of us holding you and loving you during the time we have with you.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Monday, August 18, 2008
August 18, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Last night Daddy and I watched a movie, and your were just wiggling up a storm. Daddy had his hands on my tummy a lot, giving gentle pokes and taps to let you know he was there, and many times you kicked him back. He really liked that. I don't know if you know that when we do that it our way of trying to spend time with you, but I hope so.
This morning Daddy is playing golf and asked me ride along. I know he'll enjoy my company, but the main reason he wanted me to come was so that he could take YOU golfing. Daddy loves golf, and I know he would want to be able to teach you some day. Since we don't know if that will ever happen, I know he's looking forward to taking you and having you with him this morning.
Tonight, we're going to have some pictures taken in the park of you in my tummy with Daddy and me. I know they will turn out beautiful. I am so proud of you.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Last night Daddy and I watched a movie, and your were just wiggling up a storm. Daddy had his hands on my tummy a lot, giving gentle pokes and taps to let you know he was there, and many times you kicked him back. He really liked that. I don't know if you know that when we do that it our way of trying to spend time with you, but I hope so.
This morning Daddy is playing golf and asked me ride along. I know he'll enjoy my company, but the main reason he wanted me to come was so that he could take YOU golfing. Daddy loves golf, and I know he would want to be able to teach you some day. Since we don't know if that will ever happen, I know he's looking forward to taking you and having you with him this morning.
Tonight, we're going to have some pictures taken in the park of you in my tummy with Daddy and me. I know they will turn out beautiful. I am so proud of you.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Sunday, August 17, 2008
August 17, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Yesterday was a beautiful day out. In the morning, Mommy met Michelle for breakfast. She brought me a sweet, soft blanket for you. It is white and has your name, a Bible verse, and a little giraffe embroidered on it in blue. It is so snuggly! We have several blankets for you now, and I am looking forward to being able to wrap you in each of them and take some pictures.
Last night Mommy watched the swimmer Michael Phelps set a big Olympic record by winning his 8th gold medal. There had been a lot of excitement surrounding this last race and how big of an accomplishment this would be. It is a huge accomplishment, and something that I know Michael and his family are very proud of.
This morning, though, I thought about you. I know that you won't ever be an Olympic swimmer setting world records and winning tons of medals. But Isaac, I am so proud of you. You see, the legacy that YOU are leaving isn't about a great physical feat that you accomplished on your own strength. Even though there's nothing wrong with those, Mommy and Daddy believe that that legacy you are leaving is much, much greater. It's eternal. It's not a record that can ever be broken. Your sweet life will be known for the way you've caused others to love more intently and deeply, to not take anything for granted, and for the way that you have drawn people to Jesus. I am so proud to be your Mommy, and I am so proud of you.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Yesterday was a beautiful day out. In the morning, Mommy met Michelle for breakfast. She brought me a sweet, soft blanket for you. It is white and has your name, a Bible verse, and a little giraffe embroidered on it in blue. It is so snuggly! We have several blankets for you now, and I am looking forward to being able to wrap you in each of them and take some pictures.
Last night Mommy watched the swimmer Michael Phelps set a big Olympic record by winning his 8th gold medal. There had been a lot of excitement surrounding this last race and how big of an accomplishment this would be. It is a huge accomplishment, and something that I know Michael and his family are very proud of.
This morning, though, I thought about you. I know that you won't ever be an Olympic swimmer setting world records and winning tons of medals. But Isaac, I am so proud of you. You see, the legacy that YOU are leaving isn't about a great physical feat that you accomplished on your own strength. Even though there's nothing wrong with those, Mommy and Daddy believe that that legacy you are leaving is much, much greater. It's eternal. It's not a record that can ever be broken. Your sweet life will be known for the way you've caused others to love more intently and deeply, to not take anything for granted, and for the way that you have drawn people to Jesus. I am so proud to be your Mommy, and I am so proud of you.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Saturday, August 16, 2008
August 16, 2008
Dear Isaac,
It was so good to see you yesterday on the ultrasound machine. The nice lady got some more really good pictures of you! You gave us another thumbs up (though she didn't print that one), and we saw some 4D pictures of your head. She god some pictures of your profile and we could see your sweet little ear, nose, mouth, and eye. Your eyes are closed, but in one picture it looked like your mouth was open. We didn't see any hair on your head yet, but I forgot to ask the doctor at what point it would even start growing. It might be too early.
You were moving around a lot during the exam. I could feel you move and then a second later see it on the screen. I love it when you do that! It made me chuckle.
We will get to "see" you again in a few weeks and I am really looking forward to that. That time we get to spend with you is so precious to Mommy and Daddy.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
It was so good to see you yesterday on the ultrasound machine. The nice lady got some more really good pictures of you! You gave us another thumbs up (though she didn't print that one), and we saw some 4D pictures of your head. She god some pictures of your profile and we could see your sweet little ear, nose, mouth, and eye. Your eyes are closed, but in one picture it looked like your mouth was open. We didn't see any hair on your head yet, but I forgot to ask the doctor at what point it would even start growing. It might be too early.
You were moving around a lot during the exam. I could feel you move and then a second later see it on the screen. I love it when you do that! It made me chuckle.
We will get to "see" you again in a few weeks and I am really looking forward to that. That time we get to spend with you is so precious to Mommy and Daddy.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Friday, August 15, 2008
August 15, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Today Mommy and Daddy have a doctor's appointment, and we're so excited to be able to get to "see" you. I am hoping that the ultrasound tech will be able to get some great pictures of you again...maybe even some of the 4D ones. We can see so much of who you are on those. I am looking forward to seeing you wiggle and kick, seeing how much you have grown, seeing whether or not you suck your thumb, and maybe even starting to see whether or not you have any hair on your head. Daddy and I were both born with a head of dark hair, so I think you might be, too. These appointments make me wish that I could just reach inside of my tummy and hug you, hold you, and kiss your sweet face.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Today Mommy and Daddy have a doctor's appointment, and we're so excited to be able to get to "see" you. I am hoping that the ultrasound tech will be able to get some great pictures of you again...maybe even some of the 4D ones. We can see so much of who you are on those. I am looking forward to seeing you wiggle and kick, seeing how much you have grown, seeing whether or not you suck your thumb, and maybe even starting to see whether or not you have any hair on your head. Daddy and I were both born with a head of dark hair, so I think you might be, too. These appointments make me wish that I could just reach inside of my tummy and hug you, hold you, and kiss your sweet face.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Thursday, August 14, 2008
August 14, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Yesterday Daddy was very helpful and came to help me do some more work in my classroom. I hope you know what a wonderful Daddy you have. Every night he talks to you, tells you good night, and kisses my tummy as if he were kissing you good night. He puts his cheek to my tummy, hoping that you'll wiggle or kick back. Sometimes you do, and he really loves that. He loves you so much.
On our way to dinner, we saw another huge, bright rainbow, just like the one I told you about before. We had gotten some rain, and then it turned sunny... and so the rainbow was the result of that. It was so beautiful. We have been seeing a lot of rainbows recently. I tried to take a picture with my phone, but it didn't turn out to well. I wish you could have seen it.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Yesterday Daddy was very helpful and came to help me do some more work in my classroom. I hope you know what a wonderful Daddy you have. Every night he talks to you, tells you good night, and kisses my tummy as if he were kissing you good night. He puts his cheek to my tummy, hoping that you'll wiggle or kick back. Sometimes you do, and he really loves that. He loves you so much.
On our way to dinner, we saw another huge, bright rainbow, just like the one I told you about before. We had gotten some rain, and then it turned sunny... and so the rainbow was the result of that. It was so beautiful. We have been seeing a lot of rainbows recently. I tried to take a picture with my phone, but it didn't turn out to well. I wish you could have seen it.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
August 13, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Yesterday Mommy did some work in my new classroom. I had a lot of unpacking to do and many things to get organized. It was good to get back into the swing of things a little bit.
Last night Daddy and I watched the Olympics for a while. We watched swimming and gymnastics. Lately, you've become quite the little gymnast yourself in my tummy! I read in one of my pregnancy books that around this time you'd start to be moving more often and that I would be able to feel your movements even more strongly. They were right! I love it. I love feeling you kick in places you haven't yet, and I love it when you are moving around for longer periods of time. I love knowing that you're there, that you're alive, and that I am fortunate enough to get to have one more day with you.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Yesterday Mommy did some work in my new classroom. I had a lot of unpacking to do and many things to get organized. It was good to get back into the swing of things a little bit.
Last night Daddy and I watched the Olympics for a while. We watched swimming and gymnastics. Lately, you've become quite the little gymnast yourself in my tummy! I read in one of my pregnancy books that around this time you'd start to be moving more often and that I would be able to feel your movements even more strongly. They were right! I love it. I love feeling you kick in places you haven't yet, and I love it when you are moving around for longer periods of time. I love knowing that you're there, that you're alive, and that I am fortunate enough to get to have one more day with you.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
August 12, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Yesterday Mommy and Daddy had to do a very hard thing that made both of us extremely sad. We went to meet with some nice people at the funeral home and the cemetery. I felt so badly for doing that while you're still with us... the whole time you were kicking in my tummy. It was very hard. We just wanted to make sure that you would be given the very best because we love you so, so much.
Both of the men were very nice. There is a special place in the cemetery just for little children. It was sad to see how many were already there, but I was glad to know that there was a special place. I know it doesn't necessarily matter all that much in the scheme of things, because what matters is that you'll be with Jesus in heaven. even knowing that, though, Daddy and I still wanted to make sure that you would be given the very best should God decide to call you home.
I wish there were words bigger than "I love you" to tell you how Daddy and I feel about you. I know I tell you that all the time, but they don't always seem to be big enough or strong enough words. We just think that you're so special and so precious, and your sweet little life has already had such an influence here on Earth. We are so proud of you and we are so grateful to be your Mommy and Daddy. I am so thankful for even one more day with you.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Yesterday Mommy and Daddy had to do a very hard thing that made both of us extremely sad. We went to meet with some nice people at the funeral home and the cemetery. I felt so badly for doing that while you're still with us... the whole time you were kicking in my tummy. It was very hard. We just wanted to make sure that you would be given the very best because we love you so, so much.
Both of the men were very nice. There is a special place in the cemetery just for little children. It was sad to see how many were already there, but I was glad to know that there was a special place. I know it doesn't necessarily matter all that much in the scheme of things, because what matters is that you'll be with Jesus in heaven. even knowing that, though, Daddy and I still wanted to make sure that you would be given the very best should God decide to call you home.
I wish there were words bigger than "I love you" to tell you how Daddy and I feel about you. I know I tell you that all the time, but they don't always seem to be big enough or strong enough words. We just think that you're so special and so precious, and your sweet little life has already had such an influence here on Earth. We are so proud of you and we are so grateful to be your Mommy and Daddy. I am so thankful for even one more day with you.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Monday, August 11, 2008
August 11, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Yesterday it took Mommy and Daddy a long time to get home from Grammy's house. There was a very long back up at the Bay Bridge from a very sad car accident. We tried a different way, but there was traffic that way, too. We even hit a storm that dropped big piece of hail! All we could do was laugh because otherwise I think Daddy and I would have been very frustrated.
Today Daddy is playing golf and I hope to get things unpacked both here at home and in my new classroom. I am a little sad that the summer is coming to an end, because I really enjoyed having a lot of time to spend with you, thinking about you, and honoring you in some way. Even though things are about to get busy with the school year, please don't think that I am not thinking about you. I think about you all the time, Isaac... I pray for you all the time... and I just love you so much. I hope you know how special you are, and how precious you are to Daddy and me.
I love you Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Yesterday it took Mommy and Daddy a long time to get home from Grammy's house. There was a very long back up at the Bay Bridge from a very sad car accident. We tried a different way, but there was traffic that way, too. We even hit a storm that dropped big piece of hail! All we could do was laugh because otherwise I think Daddy and I would have been very frustrated.
Today Daddy is playing golf and I hope to get things unpacked both here at home and in my new classroom. I am a little sad that the summer is coming to an end, because I really enjoyed having a lot of time to spend with you, thinking about you, and honoring you in some way. Even though things are about to get busy with the school year, please don't think that I am not thinking about you. I think about you all the time, Isaac... I pray for you all the time... and I just love you so much. I hope you know how special you are, and how precious you are to Daddy and me.
I love you Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Sunday, August 10, 2008
August 10, 2008
Dear Isaac,
This afternoon Daddy and I went to the zoo with Grammy, Grandpa Jack, and Aunt Jolene. The zoo was small, but there were a lot of neat animals there. We saw colorful birds, like flamingoes and peacocks, and more exotic animals like a bobcat and different types of monkeys. I was glad to be able to take you there.
It was a little bit hard for Mommyto see all of the families with little babies and children being pushed in their strollers because I wanted to be able to smile and think that that would be us one day. I know, though, that even though you are still in my tummy, it was something I was so glad to be able to do with you.
You are so precious, Isaac. I love you.
Love,
Mommy
This afternoon Daddy and I went to the zoo with Grammy, Grandpa Jack, and Aunt Jolene. The zoo was small, but there were a lot of neat animals there. We saw colorful birds, like flamingoes and peacocks, and more exotic animals like a bobcat and different types of monkeys. I was glad to be able to take you there.
It was a little bit hard for Mommyto see all of the families with little babies and children being pushed in their strollers because I wanted to be able to smile and think that that would be us one day. I know, though, that even though you are still in my tummy, it was something I was so glad to be able to do with you.
You are so precious, Isaac. I love you.
Love,
Mommy
Saturday, August 9, 2008
August 9, 2008
Dear Isaac,
This morning I got up and went to watch the sunrise on the beach. There weren't many people there, and it was very peaceful. I told you all about the pink and yellow colors in he sky, how the sun came over the horizon in a blazing orange and made a beautiful reflection on the water, and how the waves were so gentle. I would have much rather had you in my arms than in my tummy, but I was glad to just even be able to have you with me at all.
You've been moving around a lot today. You must be growing because I am feeling your kicks in places I haven't felt them yet. It's neat to be able to notice those types of things because it makes me feel like I know you even better.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
This morning I got up and went to watch the sunrise on the beach. There weren't many people there, and it was very peaceful. I told you all about the pink and yellow colors in he sky, how the sun came over the horizon in a blazing orange and made a beautiful reflection on the water, and how the waves were so gentle. I would have much rather had you in my arms than in my tummy, but I was glad to just even be able to have you with me at all.
You've been moving around a lot today. You must be growing because I am feeling your kicks in places I haven't felt them yet. It's neat to be able to notice those types of things because it makes me feel like I know you even better.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Friday, August 8, 2008
August 8, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Today was our last day up on the beach. Daddy and I spent a lot of time up there. thankfully, it wasn't too hot.
The waves were great today... fairly gentle, but a little bit larger. I spent time in the ocean with Daddy, Aunt Kate, and Uncle Tim. The water was a bit chilly, so I hope it didn't bother you. Hopefully you stayed warm in there in my tummy. I really enjoyed jumping the waves "with" you. It was one of my favorite things to do when I was at the beach as a child.
Daddy and I went for a walk on the beach this evening and talked for a while. It is so pretty up there at both sunrise and sunset. Tomorrow morning I hope to get to see the sun rise on the beach and tell you all about it.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Today was our last day up on the beach. Daddy and I spent a lot of time up there. thankfully, it wasn't too hot.
The waves were great today... fairly gentle, but a little bit larger. I spent time in the ocean with Daddy, Aunt Kate, and Uncle Tim. The water was a bit chilly, so I hope it didn't bother you. Hopefully you stayed warm in there in my tummy. I really enjoyed jumping the waves "with" you. It was one of my favorite things to do when I was at the beach as a child.
Daddy and I went for a walk on the beach this evening and talked for a while. It is so pretty up there at both sunrise and sunset. Tomorrow morning I hope to get to see the sun rise on the beach and tell you all about it.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Thursday, August 7, 2008
August 7, 2008
Dear Isaac,
This morning I spent some more time up on the beach taking pictures and telling you all about what I saw. The water was very calm, and there were several seagulls flying around cawing, or as Pop-Pop says, laughing. Their noise does sound a lot like that.
I took more pictures of your name in the sand again and got some nice ones. I want to try again tomorrow morning when the sun is rising, to get a few more.
Aunt Kate made an ice cream bombay for dessert tonight. I think you must have liked that as much as the TCBY... you wiggled and kicked like crazy again. It was really sweet... Aunt Kate felt it you wiggle, too! She likes to touch my tummy a lot to feel your little kicks.
I love you, Isaac. I can't wait to meet you.
Love,
Mommy
This morning I spent some more time up on the beach taking pictures and telling you all about what I saw. The water was very calm, and there were several seagulls flying around cawing, or as Pop-Pop says, laughing. Their noise does sound a lot like that.
I took more pictures of your name in the sand again and got some nice ones. I want to try again tomorrow morning when the sun is rising, to get a few more.
Aunt Kate made an ice cream bombay for dessert tonight. I think you must have liked that as much as the TCBY... you wiggled and kicked like crazy again. It was really sweet... Aunt Kate felt it you wiggle, too! She likes to touch my tummy a lot to feel your little kicks.
I love you, Isaac. I can't wait to meet you.
Love,
Mommy
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
August 6, 2008
Dear Isaac,
This evening turned out to be beautiful, so Mommy and Daddy went up to the beach with Aunt Kate and she took so pictures for us. We wanted to get some good ones with you in my tummy at the beach. We're thinking one of them might make a nice Christmas card picture. A few turned out really well!
Later, we went with Aunt Kate and Uncle Tim to listen to a band play. You haven't been to a concert yet, but I think you liked the music. You moved and kicked all around when the band was playing. Hopefully it wasn't too loud for your sweet little ears. We tried to stay towards the back so it wouldn't be.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
This evening turned out to be beautiful, so Mommy and Daddy went up to the beach with Aunt Kate and she took so pictures for us. We wanted to get some good ones with you in my tummy at the beach. We're thinking one of them might make a nice Christmas card picture. A few turned out really well!
Later, we went with Aunt Kate and Uncle Tim to listen to a band play. You haven't been to a concert yet, but I think you liked the music. You moved and kicked all around when the band was playing. Hopefully it wasn't too loud for your sweet little ears. We tried to stay towards the back so it wouldn't be.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
August 5, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Mommy and Daddy went shopping for an outfit for you today, but the outlet stores were very crowded. We wanted to be able to take our time and decide on the perfect outfit. There were so many to choose from. So, we thought we would wait and make a special trip to find just the right thing. We want to be able to really enjoy shopping for it.
Aunt Kate was going to take pictures of Daddy and I with you in my tummy on the beach tonight, but the weather didn't cooperate. It wasn't rainy... just cloudy. But we wanted it to be beautiful outside, so we are going to try again tomorrow.
I finished an ice cream from TCBY and you're wiggling like crazy. I love it!
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Mommy and Daddy went shopping for an outfit for you today, but the outlet stores were very crowded. We wanted to be able to take our time and decide on the perfect outfit. There were so many to choose from. So, we thought we would wait and make a special trip to find just the right thing. We want to be able to really enjoy shopping for it.
Aunt Kate was going to take pictures of Daddy and I with you in my tummy on the beach tonight, but the weather didn't cooperate. It wasn't rainy... just cloudy. But we wanted it to be beautiful outside, so we are going to try again tomorrow.
I finished an ice cream from TCBY and you're wiggling like crazy. I love it!
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Monday, August 4, 2008
August 4, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Today Mommy and Daddy spent a lot of time up on the beach. We played ladder ball, went in the ocean, and just relaxed. I know you can hear things now, and I hope so much that when I am in the ocean you can hear the waves crashing. It is such a calm, peaceful sound.
There were many children playing on the beach... digging holes, building sand castles, jumping waves. I want so much for you to have the chance to experience that, and I hope that in some way, even though you're in my tummy, you are this week.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Today Mommy and Daddy spent a lot of time up on the beach. We played ladder ball, went in the ocean, and just relaxed. I know you can hear things now, and I hope so much that when I am in the ocean you can hear the waves crashing. It is such a calm, peaceful sound.
There were many children playing on the beach... digging holes, building sand castles, jumping waves. I want so much for you to have the chance to experience that, and I hope that in some way, even though you're in my tummy, you are this week.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Sunday, August 3, 2008
August 3, 2008
Dear Isaac,
It's early in the morning on Sunday and Mommy is sitting up on the beach. The sun is over the ocean making the water glisten. It's very quiet and peaceful here this time of day. The only real noises are the waves crashing and the seagulls.
I spent some time taking pictures this morning... of the sun over the water and the waves crashing. And then I tried taking a bunch of pictures with your name written in the sand. I've only figured out how to write Isaac in a way that looked nice, but there are six other mornings to try your full name. I'm looking forward to more memories of you and me back up on the beach.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
It's early in the morning on Sunday and Mommy is sitting up on the beach. The sun is over the ocean making the water glisten. It's very quiet and peaceful here this time of day. The only real noises are the waves crashing and the seagulls.
I spent some time taking pictures this morning... of the sun over the water and the waves crashing. And then I tried taking a bunch of pictures with your name written in the sand. I've only figured out how to write Isaac in a way that looked nice, but there are six other mornings to try your full name. I'm looking forward to more memories of you and me back up on the beach.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Saturday, August 2, 2008
August 2, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Last night Mommy had a very vivid dream about you. In the dream, I was at home, and then at the store with Mom-mom. Although some of the things the doctors have said are making you sick were still there, they weren't as bad as they had thought. You were alive, and you were with us. I had you wrapped up in a little blanket and just held you close. You would nuzzle your sweet little face into my chest near my shoulder and would just snuggle up with me. It just felt so right... like how it's supposed to be.
I was so sad when my alarm went off this morning, and I wanted so badly to go back to that dream.
Today Mommy and Daddy leave for the beach. I can't wait to "take" you there. I won't be able to write my letters on the computer while I am there, but Mommy will be sure to still write to you every morning in her journal. I treasure having a few minutes at the start of each day to just be with you.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Last night Mommy had a very vivid dream about you. In the dream, I was at home, and then at the store with Mom-mom. Although some of the things the doctors have said are making you sick were still there, they weren't as bad as they had thought. You were alive, and you were with us. I had you wrapped up in a little blanket and just held you close. You would nuzzle your sweet little face into my chest near my shoulder and would just snuggle up with me. It just felt so right... like how it's supposed to be.
I was so sad when my alarm went off this morning, and I wanted so badly to go back to that dream.
Today Mommy and Daddy leave for the beach. I can't wait to "take" you there. I won't be able to write my letters on the computer while I am there, but Mommy will be sure to still write to you every morning in her journal. I treasure having a few minutes at the start of each day to just be with you.
I love you so much, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Friday, August 1, 2008
August 1, 2008
Dear Isaac,
Last night Daddy and I layed in bed for the longest time, both of us with our hands on my tummy. You had one of your wiggliest nights yet! Daddy asked me if you moving around that much was normal, and I told him that usually around 10:00 you get pretty wiggly. I told him that this was normal for you, and I love it.
Daddy also noticed how much more strongly we can feel your kicks now. You jabbed him pretty good a few times, and all he could say was, "Whoa!" I just loved that time that we got to spend together and with you, because I feel like it lets Daddy get to know you better in the same way that I get to every day.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
Last night Daddy and I layed in bed for the longest time, both of us with our hands on my tummy. You had one of your wiggliest nights yet! Daddy asked me if you moving around that much was normal, and I told him that usually around 10:00 you get pretty wiggly. I told him that this was normal for you, and I love it.
Daddy also noticed how much more strongly we can feel your kicks now. You jabbed him pretty good a few times, and all he could say was, "Whoa!" I just loved that time that we got to spend together and with you, because I feel like it lets Daddy get to know you better in the same way that I get to every day.
I love you, Isaac.
Love,
Mommy
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