Category Archives: Suffering

The Story of Our Son – Coming Home (Part 5- The Final Chapter… But Really Just the Beginning:)

Posted on May 24, 2013 by

Our sweet son is ours. He had some minor health issues at birth so was in the NICU for a while. We were there all day every day and a few nights sleeping in an uncomfortable recliner by his bassinet. … Continue reading →

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My First (Happy) Mother’s Day

Posted on May 12, 2013 by

Today is my very first Mother’s Day. I’ve waited for years. The past 4 Mother’s Day loomed on the calendar… taunting my barrenness as it came closer and closer. Today- my baby is 6 weeks old. Sometimes I’m still in … Continue reading →

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The Story of Our Son – Preparing the Way (Part 1)

Posted on April 22, 2013 by

As I blogged about earlier this month, Bryan and I have welcomed a beautiful baby boy into our family. Well a few steps were missing in what happened and I wanted to share my sweet baby’s story- for you, for … Continue reading →

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Infertility Never Fully Goes Away

Posted on March 21, 2013 by

I’m happy. I’m happier than I’ve been in a long time- even before we were matched. As I overheard my husband say when someone asked him how I was doing, “The old Jackie is back.” Our office has become a … Continue reading →

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27, You Were A Heartbreaker

Posted on February 4, 2013 by

Today is my 28th birthday. Many aspects of my life have me reflecting back… much can change in a year. 27, you were a heartbreaker. 8 days before my 27th birthday we got our first positive pregnancy test. My husband’s … Continue reading →

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