The Results...
are not in... The sample didn't make it in one piece and the results were tainted; soooo, we will be repeating it tomorrow. As many of you who have been in a similar situation have commented, it is probably a good reminder not to place too much weight on the FFT, or any test for that matter. We know that God is totally in control and He knows the exact plan for us and Faith Clare's arrival.
I have been semi-comfortable today as I fluctuate between a higher dose of magnesium and chest tightness and a lower dose and more frequent contractions. They continue to evaluate our options and we'll see what this evening holds. Last night we had a few scary moments of frequent, hard contractions so we're praying those don't reoccur.
I can't even begin to express how thankful we are for all the prayers, calls, texts, posts for prayer, and the beautiful comments of encouragement, scripture and love! Thank you for lifting our family to the Lord and bringing our names before Him. As you know we have been in "unforeseen" situations before... ones that we never expected... but our Father has faithfully and steadily carried us through. We trust fully that He will again fulfill His promises.
"For in this hope we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what he already has? But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently."- Romans 8:24-25
I have been semi-comfortable today as I fluctuate between a higher dose of magnesium and chest tightness and a lower dose and more frequent contractions. They continue to evaluate our options and we'll see what this evening holds. Last night we had a few scary moments of frequent, hard contractions so we're praying those don't reoccur.
I can't even begin to express how thankful we are for all the prayers, calls, texts, posts for prayer, and the beautiful comments of encouragement, scripture and love! Thank you for lifting our family to the Lord and bringing our names before Him. As you know we have been in "unforeseen" situations before... ones that we never expected... but our Father has faithfully and steadily carried us through. We trust fully that He will again fulfill His promises.
"For in this hope we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what he already has? But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently."- Romans 8:24-25
Comments
Be strong now for little Faith.
Debbie
Angie
Julie
All God's best,
Tracey
I just wanted to say that no matter what, you are doing the best for that little girl in there. I know you know this, but sometimes it's nice to hear. I'm praying you make it to 27wks and beyond!
Jenny
and like you said, don't put too much weight on the FFN. I know many a women who got positives and went on to stay pregnant for many weeks.
And then there is me who got a negative but delivered 5 days later.
God is watching over you and your lil girl! You are doing a GREAT job! The mag is HORRIBLE stuff...
Hang in there! If you want to talk to someone who has been there twice before, feel free to email me!
I read your blog each day, and yet, I have never posted. I came across your blog MONTHS ago through Emily's site. She has become my "blogger" friend and I wanted to let you know that I am lifting you and your beautiful family up in prayer. You have an amazing family and an amazing God to guide you through. God bless you...I will pray for you, Faith Clare, Deacon, and Dusty....I know you have a precious angel in Maddox and I am certain he too, has God's ear.
Praying and thinking of you this evening.
Trisha
San Diego
Where is that prayer pager now?!?
Although I continued to have contractions up until the end, I didn't give birth to my son until I was 37 weeks. So, I just wanted to send some peace, love and encouragement your way. God bless you, and protect you, and watch over you and Faith at this moment, and always.
Stacy
The Skelton Family
The SMith's
We were gone for a day and I am just now getting home--I rushed in my office to get on the computer to see how you were doing, and unfortuately, it doesn't seem that you are doing as well as I hoped.
Please know that I am on my knees for you tonight, as I have been for so long now....and I will continue to be every day from here on out until that sweet girl is here, healthy, and in your arms--hopefully several weeks from now!!
Love you much and praying even more....
Psalm 107
Christine
Thank you for the text earlier tonight. Before we go to bed I just wanted to let you know that you have been in our thoughts all day and that we are in constant prayer for you, Dusty and Deacon. I am so sorry that you are going through all of this but I am so thankful you feel the prayers from everyone around the world because you have so many people praying for you sweet friend. I hope you get some rest tonight and that the contractions completely stop.
I love you, Yvette
You are incredible. Your faith, your unwavering belief and trust in God is not only inspiring but amazing. Your words are such blessings to me and so many other people. It has been such a great honor and pleasure to get to know you. Please know we are continually lifting you and your precious family up, and you are continually lifting us up through your faith! Its going to be amazing to see that tapestries God weaves through you. Please let us know if there is anything you need, at any time of day, in any capacity... We are looking forward to being able to bless you in return, as you have blessed so many others over the past months!
Hetal
Blessing to you and Baby Faith!
I miss you...
Kim
Catherine
CF Husband reader
The minute I read the news I was on my knees, and have been praying since.
Blessings,
Amy in NC
By the way.. her name is Faith too! Pretty cool, huh?
love in His name,
Keisha
I know people hate when you say these kind of things but.... i had a classmate in graduate school whose daughter delivered twins at 22 weeks and they are healthy and thriving and completely developmentally on track.
God bless you and your family.
Nikki Grant (Nolan's Aunt)
I have been following your story for some time now, courtesy of cfhusband pointing his readers in this direction. I wanted to let you know I am praying for Faith's safe arrival and good health whenever she decides to come! I am praying that her birthday is weeks from now, however.
I wanted to share a sotry of hope with you. My daughter was born at 28 weeks weighing just over a pound. She is my second child, my first, a son, plays in heaven with your sweet Maddox! We were so scared but were blanketed with a surreal peace upon her arrivl. Everything felt like it would be ok, and it was. She spent a long time in the NICU and on oxygen but today she is a happy (most of the time) chubby, healthy, 18 month old!
There is hope for a a wonderful outcome here and I am praying so hard that you get that.
Peaceful thoughts and hugs coming our way today and everyday.
We are praying for the safety and health of everyone. Love y'all!
You've got a lot of people out here anxiously awaiting your next blog... you'll be in my thoughts today.
you go. Hebrews 13:5b-6 says, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake
you. So we say with confidence: "The Lord is my helper; I will not be
afraid."
Blessings and peace to you and your family.
May the blessing of almighty God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit come down upon you Kenzie and Faith Clare, and remain with you always. Amen.
God's Love and Blessings,
Aunt Laura
hugs,
kelley
I don't know you or your family, but hope I will someday. My prayers are very much with you, Faith Clare and the rest of your family.
With love from Scotland, Laura Anne
Our pastor spoke about Praise today in church and how we should praise God when we are being attacked by Satan because praise is a pathway to God's power. I am praising God that you have such a strong faith in Him and knowing that He will see you through this. I don't know that there is much I can say that you haven't already heard, but please know that I am praying for you and all of your family. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.
". . . give thanks to the Lord; His faithful love endures forever!" 2 Chron 20:21
I pray that your contractions will stop and that you will have relief from the side effects from the medication! God Bless You and your precious family!