Shortly after Joy's safe and exciting delivery, our recovery room was full of family and friends who celebrated her birthday with us. They brought gifts, treats, flowers, and balloons. My heart was overflowing. We didn't stay at the hospital long, but while we were there we received tons of love and support from our midwife and nursing staff too.
I am prone to postpartum depression, but by God's grace I have experienced the opposite during these three weeks. Our family and friends have nourished my soul by covering my family and me with prayers, scripture, gifts, meals, and love. The gift of meals has been a HUGE blessing. Our fridge has remained full. Thank you, because I could not provide food for my family during the chaos. You lifted a heavy burden.
I am also appreciative of the understanding for the crazy things I say and do because I'm sleep deprived. I've only had time to shower a handful of times. I think I've fixed my hair twice and put on makeup maybe three times. I look rough! But the understanding from those who love me is limitless. Thank you for supporting me as I recovered and for allowing me to have some sort of "maternity leave" even though I'm not working.
I am most grateful for my biggest supporter and number one fan. My husband, Michael. He coached me during my horrible labor pains. He has constantly encouraged me, telling me I'm doing a good job being a mommy. He's lost a lot of sleep, taking over household duties so that I can get the rest I need to stay sane. I'm crazy in love with that man!
Thank you to my entire support system.
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| Photo by Shannon Bedo |
