Seth

Our lives have dramatically changed over the past (almost) 4 weeks. On August 14, 2013 at 12:40 a.m., our little miracle, Christopher "Seth" was born, all 6 pounds 1 ounce and 18 inches. Like many others would say, it was a bit hectic leading up to our son's birthday.

My water broke around noon (at a friend's house nonetheless) on Tuesday the 13th. I called Christopher who works 45 minutes away so he would begin to head home. After I got home, I had to pack. I had plenty to do and no time to do it. I had plans to run errands that day. I had plans with a friend. I didn't plan on having a baby a week and a half early. To say I was scared and anxious is an understatement. I was so excited to meet my son, but I questioned if I was ready to be a mother. God has an amazing way of encouraging and reassuring us. He graciously gave us a son and perfectly timed his arrival.

God cares so much about each one of us. So many things that happened during labor and delivery point me to that fact. He cares about the big and little things alike. He cared enough to allow my water to break when I wasn't alone. He cared enough to allow my own doctor to be on call at the hospital and for her to deliver Seth. He cared enough for my labor to be a euphoric and wonderful experience. He cared enough to allow Christopher and I to become parents to a healthy and incredible baby boy.

We feel like God gave us Seth's name. Seth is a Hebrew, Biblical name that means appointed. We believe that Seth is appointed by God to do great things with his life. We so look forward to continuing on our journey of parenthood with our sweet baby boy. We are so in love with our tiny little miracle and we can't wait to see all that God has planned for his life.