1. Lee's adoption happened on schedule and smoothly. 10 am on 10/22/15 the State recognized him legally as my son. He formally became Lelan Andrew Peter Oster, after a 4 minute hearing with just Ryan, myself, the judge, and our lawyer in the room.
2. Thanks to a co-worker at WATC, I found a sub. Actually, I found 2, a Biology adjunct, and a Chemistry adjunct. They will start when I go into labor.
3. Grace has abounded. Work and the Baby Shower went well.
Also...
The stitch was removed yesterday. I am almost fully effaced, but not dilated. Elora's head is right there.
It is a new week, Father, and we are in need of much more grace. We need you constantly. Here are new petitions:
-----That Elora is born safely, is healthy, and does not have to stay in the NICU.
-----That she is born in YOUR timing.
-----That you help Lee and Ryan to control their tempers and be kind, so we are not a household of yelling.
-----That you help me to be a better wife and mom. A Christlike wife and mom.
Thank you Lord Jesus!
OK, HERE WAS THE UNPUBLISHED POST:
Today (10/19/15) Elora is 34 weeks, 2 days GA. Only 8 more days til the stitch is removed.
This is who I feel like occasionally:
Sally the rag doll, from Nightmare Before Christmas. I feel like that because my body isn't normal. It doesn't hold together like it should. It doesn't hold babies in like it should. I'm not bitter about it; that's just me.
I am glad that the rest of me besides my cervix is doing ok.
Prayers for Today:
-----That this week goes smoothly. I am feeling really tired and need lots of grace this week.
-----That I can find a sub for Northfield for Elora's birth, and know how much time to take off. That hopefully I can take her with me to work.
-----That the adoption hearing proceeds as scheduled.
-----That the Lord continues to help Ryan, Lelan and I grow in grace and love.
I am so anxious for Elora to arrive. Last night we set up the baby bed and mattress in our room. This Saturday we are having the baby shower. I wonder when she will come. Lord, we pray that she comes soon and is strong so that she can safely come home.
