Thursday we left the hospital without Jonathan. There are a great many emotions that walk out of the hospital with you. Sadness, as we're unable to hold Jonathan to comfort him during his first days out of the womb or that he couldn't come home to be with his family. Joy, to finally meet him after praying for him for so long. Gratitude, for his strong vitals and wonderful staff at the hospital who are taking care of him. Anxiety, for all that still lies ahead and uncertainties in our future.
The list could go on...
Tonight, we are just thankful and humbled by the outpouring of love and support--from around the world. We are taking one day at a time. Fighting hard to keep our minds in the present and not jumping too far ahead. We could not walk in this manner without the grace that comes from God alone and the power of prayer.
It is incredibly difficult to see Jonathan lying on his stomach and watching his back heal while his head continues to grow with increased fluid. It seems like such a difficult thing to ask of such a little fellow, knowing he has so much more ahead of him. But we tell ourselves DAILY that Jonathan is God's creation, uniquely formed by His design, brought to our family. He will give all of us the strength we need to love and support one another and bring glory to His name. And our prayer is that He guards our family's faith and enables us to shines like light. May this be one of the many ways that He chooses to do so!
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