After Phoenix was born, I didn't share our photos much. I loved him so much, and I couldn't bear the thought of someone else seeing him and NOT loving him and seeing how precious he was... because all they would see was a puffy and purple little boy. But, I underestimated people. I have watched so many of you love Ava. During the baby dedication for Ava at her house, her daddy said, "Before Ava was born, I didn't know what unconditional love was. Now, I know. She is my daughter and I love her. Even with her imperfections." So, I feel a bit sad that I haven't given you the chance to know and love Phoenix. I know you did as well as you could, but I have been so guarded of him. So, here he is, our sweet little boy, so beautiful to us. We miss him.
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Lesson from Ava
Posted by Christy at 5:32 AM
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AHHH.... precious boy. Thank you for sharing with us. Amazing the lessons God can teach us through children.
Oh, he is soooo sweet! What a precious little boy! Thanks for sharing.
how is it possible that you and the kids could look so BEAUTIFUL in the midst of such sorrow? phoenix looks absolutely precious. those pictures are amazing.
Thank you so much for sharing! I have always wanted to see a picture of Phoenix; somehow it makes me feel like I know him a little - it's nice to put a face with the stories you have shared. He is precious! Thanks for being brave enough to share him with us. I can understand that desire to keep him to yourself.
And on a much smaller level I can understand the fear of others taking what you think is so amazing and precious and not feeling the same about it. I remember having visitors at the hospital when James was born and was imperfect . . . reactions were hard.
What a sweet and beautiful little boy! Thanks again for sharing him!
I have seen one picture or maybe two of him before and, just as I thought then, he is still sweet, and still precious and beautiful...and a child of God! Thanks for sharing those with us...
Christy, he is beautiful and we DO love him. There have been so many lessons learned recently...and getting to know Ava has made us all miss sweet Phoenix with you all the more. Wow...the things we have learned about LOVE! And WHO GOD IS! THANK YOU for being transparent and letting us in! LOVE YOU!!
We see him just like you and just like Jesus- - -he is gorgeous and perfectly knit in his mother's womb!!
Oh, Christy. He is beautiful. And those pictures are beautiful.
I have been reading your blog for a while and just haven't commented yet. I couldn't NOT tell you how gorgeous he is. I can't get over it. I really appreciate you sharing your story.
Oh, Christy, he is beautiful. I can't imagine the strength it has taken so share his story. Thank you for letting us in. You and your family are amazing
Hey sis. I don't check this blog enough. Every time I do I am slapped in the face by God's love. It is amazing that a wound that was so deep for you can just keep blessing everyone around you with God's love. I love you. Joe D.
Christy!
Thank you for letting us share Phoenix...he is so precious. I can now feel like I know him a bit more! What peace gave in the midst of an terrible storm.
Hugs,
Caroline
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