Writing with My Personal Touch
I am literally typing this with my touch; that is, my iPod Touch. A new application allows me to update our blog from my iPod Touch. Isn’t technology cool?!
Well another week has come and gone and Katie has entered into her second trimester; although, she is still not experiencing the “glowing period” that is said to come in the second trimester. The anti-nausea medicine seems to be helping quite a bit but she does still have a weak stomach occasionally, and now she is experiencing pretty intense headaches almost on a daily basis. I think I know why it’s called a “trimester.” It tries every last part of the pregnant mother. And yet, Katie doesn’t ever complain.
Paul says in Philippians that he considers all the pain and suffering he’s having to go through as nothing when compared to the blessing and reward of eternity in the presence of Christ. Although no earthly experience could ever really be compared to Heaven, the process of pregnancy and childbirth is a great metaphor for the Christian life. Although the time is trying and the experience can be painful, all of it pales in comparison to the blessing of the end result. Praise God for the parable of pregnancy!
It’s Our Annivadaversary!
For those of you who are puzzled by the title of this post, it’s a Friends reference. Today is our anniversary! Three years ago today, Katie and I took the plunge into married life; ready for our lives as we knew them to change forever. And change they did. But for the better no question.
I can only speak for myself, but these three years, even with the moments of frustration (usually my fault), have been the best of my life. Katie is an amazing wife. She is servant-hearted, loving, and she always makes me feel like I’m the handsomest, most talented, best husband in the world (and we all know none of those things are true.) She is truly a blessing. When John Franklin was performing our wedding ceremony he quoted Proverbs 18:22, “He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord.” There is no doubt that Katie is the quintessential fulfillment of this statement.
Let me just brag on her for a quick moment. She woke me up about 5:30 this morning and had a rolled up piece of paper with a bow around it. Opening it I saw that she had three things printed on it (and I will paraphrase). #1, You have biscuits and gravy ready and waiting for you for breakfast (and she doesn’t even like biscuits and gravy). #2, We will go out and get you any set of wireless speakers you want (I’ve been wanting to put some wireless speakers throughout the house to play music from my computer which is upstairs). And #3, There is one more fun present for you which will be delivered on an undisclosed day (I think she means the baby). What a good wife!! The biscuits and gravy (and eggs) were awesome!
Happy Anniversary, my beautiful, wonderful Katie. You will never know just how grateful I am for you.
“There’s Your Nausea-maker!”
We went to the doctor yesterday for a brief, but especially eventful appointment. As we entered the doctor’s office my body decided it was time for its daily offering before the “great white throne” as Brian refers to it. So I headed for the bathroom and Brian headed to the check-in desk. Once in the office I was graciously given a Sprite, escorted into a room, the doctor pulled out some fancy looking stethoscope, and then these words were spoken… “There’s your nausea-maker!” It was a heartbeat! OUR baby’s heartbeat! So sweet. And just as sweet was when Brian got up out of his chair to come closer to listen. He’s so excited and I love it! Only two more appointments and our little “nausea-maker” will be given a name. We can’t wait!
11 Weeks and the Sickness Remains
Well, here we are right at 11 weeks and Katie is still feeling the sickness. Although, why they call it morning sickness beats the heck out of me. It should be called morning, afternoon, evening, and the middle of Wal-Mart sickness (or, just barely made it to the car in a plastic Wal-Mart bag sickness). When will it ever end?
Katie was hanging her head over the great white throne this morning (not the one written of in Revelation) and I said to her, “This kid better be worth it. He/She better cure cancer or something like that.” Please be in prayer for Katie as she endures this time. She has been so great through it all, though. She doesn’t complain. She doesn’t act grumpy. She just takes it all in stride. Hopefully as this first trimester comes to an end so will the sickness.
On a brighter side, Katie has her doctor’s appointment Thursday where we will get to hear the heartbeat. We are both very excited about that. We will post on Thursday to let you know how that goes. Until then…
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On Monday, May 26, 2008, we took a home pregnancy test and found out that we were great with child (before that we were just plain great). Who knew that peeing on a stick could bring such joy? We even took a picture of the stick but we’ll spare everyone that image. One week later an ultrasound confirmed that Katie did indeed have a little baby growing inside of her belly.
Well, nine months went by in a flash and our little girl is finally here. On Thursday, January 22, 2009, at 4:50 in the afternoon, Kharis Grace Parrish entered the world. She is absolutely perfect. We are so grateful to our Father in heaven who has blessed us by giving us the stewardship of this little girl. We invite everyone to check in from time to time and watch as Kharis grows and as Katie and I try to handle all of this. I am sure our attempt at being parents will be entertaining and sometimes just plain laughable. Your prayers would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
