Proverbs 22:6

Point your kids in the right direction—

when they're old they won't

be lost.

Proverbs 22:6

(TheMessage)

We took Rosie to church yesterday. It was fun to show her off to our church family. Her Papa (my dad) had already introduced her to the church the Sunday before during his sermon. He periodically threw a picture of her up on the screen. He also held her at the end of each service as people were leaving so they could meet her.

It was important to Bobby and I that Rosie get to meet many of the people who had been praying for her since we announced we were expecting, but even more important than that is our belief in the truth of Proverbs 22:6. Bobby and I were both raised in church, I don't remember my first time going to church but I know it was soon after I was born. When we decided we were ready to become parents, we began praying that God would allow us to raise the children He gives us to know Him and love Him with their whole hearts. We continue to pray that Rosie will give her heart and life to Christ. We pray that God will use her to do mighty things for His kingdom.

I've had a song in my head the past few days. I knew it was a hymn but I couldn't remember the name of it, so I googled the line that I could remember. The words of the song sum up what I've been thinking about and praying for my child. Here's just one verse:

"How sweet to hold a newborn baby,

and feel the pride and joy (s)he give;

but greater still the calm assurance:

This child can face uncertain days because He lives."

*The name of the hymn is "Because He Lives", look it up. I also just learned that it is my dad's favorite song :-)

Our first week at home...

We have been home for a week and Rosie is already 10 days old...time flies when your having fun!! I have to admit, it's been a pretty good week. Bobby and I are adjusting well to parenthood and Rosie is a good baby. We are learning to sleep when she sleeps and taking turns sneaking a nap when we need one. Bobby went back to work at the golf course on Monday morning and my mom was gracious enough to come over at 5:30 a.m. on the days he worked so that I would have help. Since I'm not supposed to lift anything heavier than Rosie, it is nice to have an extra set of hands. Bobby's mom, dad, and sister have also been a huge help. We are blessed to have an awesome family!!

Rosie and I both had doctors appointments last Monday. Rosie had gained 2 ounces since we left the hospital, making her a whopping 6 lbs 8 oz. She also grew a half inch, making her 21 inches long. Her doctor said she looked good. My appointment went ok too. My blood pressure was still a little high so I had to go back again Thursday. On Thursday, it was still high but better and the doctor wants to see me again next week to make sure it really is back down. This is pretty normal for someone who had preeclampsia, it just takes a little while to get back to normal.

Here are a few of my favorite things that happened this week:

Our first car ride!!

Rosie did great on her car ride home from the hospital. She doesn't seem to mind being in the car seat and sleeps pretty much the whole time when we are in the car. I have to admit I got a little emotional as we left the hospital, it seems like a dream....we really were taking our baby girl home!!!

Our first family walk

We took a very short walk down our street on Sunday. I couldn't walk to far but it was good to get outside. We would have taken more walks this week but it was too hot! Hopefully we can get out more in the coming week.

Cloth diapers

Bobby and I have chosen to use cloth diapers. A lot of people look at us like we are crazy when we tell them that, but look how cute the diaper is!!! Cloth diapers have come a long way and are much more user friendly than they once were. I've done a lot of research and even though it means we've got more laundry to do, I really believe that using cloth will be good for Rosie and obviously much better for the environment :-)