We're down to the final hours.
Finding comfort in His words. Tea and scones. Laundering tiny pieces of clothing. Packing the diaper bag. Last minute deep cleaning. Blessing Bags for our children. Some tears. Praying. Lots of praying. Reflection on His mercies throughout this pregnancy. Lots of reflection.
God-willing, we'll meet Elijah Henry tomorrow morning. Ink will post an update here, and if you're on FB with me, then you'll see my Beloved's announcement there.
In case you missed my specific prayer requests, here they are again...
) Wisdom and skilled hands for my doctor
2) Competent and kind and compassionate nurses and anesthesiologist
3) Lots of healthy, loud screaming from Elijah and a blow-them-away-with -a-10 score on the Apgar
4) No torn bladder or other complications from the c-section
5) No getting sick during or after the c-section
6) That Elijah would take to nursing without any problems
7) That Chick-Fil-A wouldn't run out of waffle fries (had to insert a bit of humor here). They just built one not even a block from the hospital! Have I mentioned that I never eat hospital food? My Beloved eats the meals and then buys me something else. Yes, I'm blessed.
8) A super-calm spirit for me and a clear mind that focuses on the truth of His Word, regardless of my circumstances, and is ever aware of His mercies.
Thank you for the encouragement you've given me throughout this pregnancy. You simply can't imagine how deep that blessing runs.
With love,
Trisha
Praise Him from whom all blessings flow. So super excited for you sweet friend. I cried tears of joy while reading this today-God has brought you through so much this past year and a half-such sorrow at times and yet such growth and and such blessings. I am excited to hear how it all went and to see wonderful pictures. Praying for a safe wonderful delivery-no sickness-and lots of waffle fries too. :) So thankful for the blessing of life-for this sweet treasure that God has entrusted to you. Praising Him today.
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Thank you! Thank you! You have been one of my faithful friends and prayer warriors, Jill. I praise God for your friendship! Much love and many hugs!
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BenandTrisha Poff on FB. I tried searching for you and couldn't find you as well. Hopefully you'll see this and we can catch up with one another. Thank you for your prayers. Much love sent your way!
What a special day as you prepare! Can't wait to meet the new one!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Melissa! I thank God for you!
DeleteI am so excited!! I can hardly wait for the pictures!! I just prayed again for all your requests and added that our precious Lord's wonderful calming presence would envelope you during the entire hospital stay. You are so dear and I know He will take you through and bring you to great joy during this process. Welcome Elijah Henry! (a few hours early!)
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Sandy
Praying that Elijah's arrival goes safely and smoothly for both mom and baby. I'm so excited for your family. <3
ReplyDeleteOh yay! I will be praying. I'm so excited for all of you. ((hugs))
ReplyDeleteThe Lord bless you and all your family, Trisha! Remember Isaiah 26:3...
ReplyDeleteSo exciting!! I cannot wait to "meet" this little one. Praying for you and all your requests! xoxox
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ReplyDeleteYou're in my prayers, Trisha! So excited for you! I'll be praying tonight and tomorrow.
EEEEK! So excited for you Tricia!!! :-)
ReplyDeleteSweet friend, I've just spent the last half hour catching up on a month's worth of your precious blog posts and it's been a joy! I agree with a hearty *amen* to most every word and wanted thank you for sharing your wisdom the way you do. We are so excited for y'all and cannot wait to see a picture of the newest Poff. May God bless you with each and every request answered, may Elijah's arrival be safe, may your body withstand the c-section with flying colors, and may you be blessed with a boatload of waffle fries during your hospital stay! We love you all and we're eager with hope for the blessing that will be yours to hold in your arms in just over 12 hours from now. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE you! (And miss you so much it hurts a bit.)
ReplyDeleteOh Trisha, how exciting!! All the best tomorrow, and may all your prayers be answered!
ReplyDeleteI'm praying for you also, and can't wait to read your news!
All the Best!!
Love and prayers,
Lisa
I am so excited for you! I can't wait to find out the details of Elijah's birth. I will be praying for you, Elijah, your family and the doctors.
ReplyDeleteBlessings to you and your family!
Thank you all so much! It's wonderful to know you're praying for us. Thank you for taking the time to say so! I'm off to finish the million things I still have left to do. Getting some sleep probably isn't one of them. :) Love and hugs to everyone!
ReplyDeleteSooo excited for you all Trisha. Praying all goes well! Will be watching tomorrow for the big announcement. God's richest blessings on you! HUGS
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