First of all, we want to thank those of you who have encouraged our hearts with your emails, phone calls and visits. What a blessing it is to know that people all around the world are bringing our situation before the throne of our Almighty Lord. In a situation that has seemed so impossible at times, we know that it is only the faithful prayers of His saints that carry us through.

Naomi was in for an ultrasound yesterday afternoon. The ultrasound was to keep tabs on the two main issues that concern her doctors.

1. Has the abruption worsened or improved?
2. Has the presence of the abruption affected the healthy development of the baby?

Well, it seems that Naomi’s condition has neither improved nor worsened. From what the technician could tell, the abruption was about the same. However, she was happy to see that the baby is developing normally. As well, Naomi’s placenta seems to be functioning alright, which directly affects how well the baby can develop.

We were so grateful to know that our little one is doing alright, despite less than ideal circumstances. We ask for your continued prayer for Naomi’s condition and the safety of the baby. Naomi still has to lay low. We’re so thankful for Troy’s mom, Starr, who’s been such a huge help. Please pray as we work out details for when Naomi’s mom should come down to relieve Starr.

July 18, 2006. Seventeen weeks old

During the ultrasound, our child was seen sucking his thumb (I say “his”, but we do not know the gender, so don’t read anything into it!).

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A few months later and a little girl was born: Adelaine.

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