One year ago today...

One year ago this date was the due date for our daughter. The trick was that we didn't know for certain that she would be our daughter. Even writing that sentence takes me back to the swirl of emotions I felt at that point. She ended up holding off for another 8 days, making this time last year a whirlwind of thoughts, emotions and anticipation. nI wrote this on October 28, 2007...

Hello my good friend doubt. It's been quite a relationship you and I have had over these past five years. You and I have spent much time together talking and wrestling. I've really gotten to become comfortable around you.

Of course, I'm not the biggest fan of your brother disappointment, but I've grown to live with his monthly visit. In fact, as I woke up this morning, I found myself waiting his visit in the week to come. I don't want him to drop by any more, and I really want to believe he's not going to be here. It's just that all I've known for the past five years is weeks spent with doubt, only to be visited by disappointment.

Hey doubt, I've got some news. I think I've been cheating on you. I've been spending a little time with your mortal enemy hope. I've gotta tell you, he's a lot more fun. I'm not fully sure if I trust him yet, but he tells me that he's got a few brothers named promise, fulfillment, and celebrate who will be stopping by soon.

Hope says it's gonna be one awesome party.

I'm sorry doubt, you and disappointment aren't invited.

From,
A soon to be dad

One year later... hope, promise, fulfillment and celebrate are still hanging around. Janelle, Katylynn and I thoroughly enjoying their presence.