Sunday, February 5th, 2011 I received a call from my oldest daughter Stephanie at 6:30am.  If you know my sweet daughter she is not a morning person.  So to get a phone call from her at that hour I was a bit concerned.  UNTIL....she says "Mom, wake up!  You really need to be awake to hear this!".  That's when I knew that all of our lives would be changing and quickly. 
You see Stephanie married an amazing man named Ryan in August of 2011.  He is the perfect mate for her!  And I am blessed to call him my son.  I leave off the in-law part because he really is part of my heart now.  OK back to the story. 
Stephanie and Ryan are expecting their first baby!  What incredible news for this mom and for our whole family. We are all giddy!  (Not sure my husband or sons will appreciate that word choice).  We are so excited and blessed to start the process of welcoming a new little one to love into our family. 
From my current view....life is amazing!  The creation of a new life brings with it new hope, new dreams and new love.  

Baby "S", Mimi is so excited that you will be joining our family later this year.  I pray that your time growing and developing inside of your precious mommy will go smoothly.  I pray that even now you will learn to hear the voice of Jesus. That you will know Him intimately and personally.  He is knitting you together even now (Psalm 139.:13) and He knows the plans that He has for you (Jer 29:11).  I pray for your mommy and daddy that God will prepare their hearts for you.  That their love for God and each other with continue to blossom and grow.  You are such a blessing to our family even now. 

I can hardy wait to meet you and hold you precious one!  Until then I will cover you in prayer knowing that God is in control and that He has you in the palm of His hand.  I love you!  Love Mimi