Monday, January 3, 2011

Tomorrow....

So, honestly, it hasn't really hit me yet. Don't think it will until he's actually born. And I hear him. And hold him.

What DOES hit me is the last time I left my house to go to the hospital believing I'd be bringing my baby son home, it broke my heart.

The last time I bought chocolate for the nurses, they loved it...but remembered me for something so, so, so different than I wanted.

The last time I packed a diaper bag for a newborn, it went unused and stared at me for months as insult to injury.

The last time I believed it was going to be ok, I was so wrong.

So...I'm excited, yes! I'm nervous, yes! I can't wait, no!

But I'm apprehensive and just praying...and so, so, so overwhelmed with gratitude for the many, many prayers and good thoughts and wishes. Please, please know how much they have given me a peace I just didn't expect I'd have.

If you would like to be updated with a text or on FB, please send me an email with infor or add as a friend on FB...we are updating our lists as I type! We'll update the blog too...but I think more info will be on texts or FB because those are easier for John.

Prayerful, grateful and hopeful
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  1. BrittJanuary 3, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    Sweet, sweet Lori! I am praying peace over you RIGHT now! I am so excited for you and can't wait to share in your joy (just a little bit through FB)! Take a few deep breaths and know that you and your sweet Luke are covered in prayer!

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  2. AngelaJanuary 3, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    Praying for you and your family Lori. And I just friend requested you on Facebook. Excited for you and John.

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  3. ShannonJanuary 3, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    We'll be praying for you all and waiting on pins and needles to see this handsome, little fellow!

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  4. KarinJanuary 3, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Praying and praying for you and your boys. I think we will all breathe more easily with you when you hold that healthy little boy in your arms. There have been few things lately that warm my heart more than the arrival of my dear friends' rainbow babies.

    I'll be stalking you on FB tomorrow. :)

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  5. MichelleJanuary 3, 2011 at 6:27 PM

    i don't know your last name - would you PLEASE add me as a facebook friend???

    michelle baker
    my city should be DC, i'm from fairfax county although my college was in cedarville, ohio.

    my FB profile pic is black & white, me sitting by a waterfall looking at it.

    if you send a friend request, i will confirm so i can get the updates in order to pray specifics.

    praying for health & safety for you and your baby boy!

    - michelle

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  6. BethJanuary 3, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    I sent a fb request. Sending you lots of prayers!!

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  7. SusanJanuary 3, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    Oh, dear friend... I desperately hope that your night and morning are peaceful...but I know that peaceful seems almost insurmountable right now. I am SOOO glad that Jenna came the night before our scheduled induction, and in terms of distraction, I am so glad that I worked until 3 hours before she was born. I am pretty sure that had we needed to wait for induction, I would not have slept at all the night before...for all of the reasons that you outlined here.

    Much love to you, John, Luke and Matthew.

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  8. { J }January 3, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    Going to send a friend request...otherwise I'll go crazy waiting for the blog post. FYI, I'm fine with un-friending after tomorrow. I understand if there's information on your account that you don't want available to strangers. Or if you only allow limited profile access to those you don't know in real life. But I appreciate your offer to your readers to join you on Facebook!

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  9. Andrea and JoeJanuary 3, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    Praying for you dear! I hope you have an amazing birth experience and an amazing day meeting little Luke tomorrow. Big hugs. Meeting Blake brought a lot of the should have beens back. It is Ok to be happy and in love with Luke, and sad for Matthew. I will be thinking about you all day tomorrow!

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  10. dotalotJanuary 3, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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  11. TessaJanuary 3, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    It's tomorrow!!! I've been thinking about it all day! I can't believe that it's here ... it really is going to be the best day ever. :) Can't wait to hear about Mr. Luke's big arrival ... Matthew's baby brother is coming!
    XOXOXO
    Ps - My word verification is "super" ... indeed!

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  12. RobertaJanuary 3, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    I have been lurking following you for awhile! My thoughts and prayers go out to you! Can not wait to see his sweet little face!

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  13. TinaJanuary 3, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    I'm SO excited for you and your boys!!! I'll be constantly checking FB tomorrow for your update! :) Sending lots of prayers and hugs your way!

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  14. janieceJanuary 3, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    I will obsessively watch FB tomorrow! Probably ignore my own patients cause I can't wait to hear! I'll will be praying for you, John, and baby Luke!

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  15. AndreaJanuary 3, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    Many Prayers being sent up for you now and always. I'll be with you in spirit :)

    xxx

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  16. MeganJanuary 3, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Praying you today and tomorrow! I cannot wait to see pics of little Luke and your amazing smile! Good LUCK!

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  17. pennynjonJanuary 3, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    I will be praying for you and Luke! I can't even imagine all of the emotions you must be feeling right now. ((hugs))

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  18. MissyJanuary 3, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    Been following your blog for a while. So excited for you and happy as well! You and yours are in my thoughts!

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  19. AlissaJanuary 3, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    Thinking about you and your family always...Best wishes. Looking forward to seeing baby pics soon. ((hugs))

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  20. Marie WJanuary 3, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    Praying right along with you Lori! I can't wait to hear the awesome news tomorrow!

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  21. mom pup, pepper.January 3, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    Praying peace for you and your family. Can't wait to hear the news of the arrival of your sweet baby Luke.

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  22. EstherJanuary 3, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    I just sent you a friend request on FB. :o) I'm excited and nervous for you. Can't wait to see pics of baby Luke!!

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  23. Jennifer RossJanuary 3, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    I CAN'T BELIEVE IT!!!!

    Oh.......I CAN'T BELIEVE IT!!!

    I will be praying......

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  24. The Ross'January 3, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    Lori I will be thinking of you and can't wait for updates on FB! You, John, Matthew and Luke have been in my thoughts and prayers so much lately. Hope you get some rest!

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  25. Gen 's Family StoryJanuary 3, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    Lori,
    May the Lord be with you and bless you tomorrow! Praying for you and can't wait to see the happy family!

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  26. Amy, Jeff, LM, SC, & AshtonJanuary 3, 2011 at 10:46 PM

    Tomorrow is almost here --
    And I so believe that you will be lifted up on eagles wings and all of our hearts will sing in the wonderful news of Luke's arrival... just emailed you and John for a TXT. Hoping to hear.. maybe someone could post a COMMENT for those of us not on TXT book to let us know how it goes in case our TXT requests don't get read for a while b/c John and Lori will be a tad busy with Luke?

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  27. AntoinetteJanuary 3, 2011 at 10:57 PM

    sending you LOTS OF PRAYERS AND LOVE and positive vibes....I will start stalking you around 1ish lol....good luck to you and john and luke...Matthew is so close to you guys I CAN feel it too!!!

    xoxo

    i dont know HOW you will sleep but I hope you are able to rest as much as possible

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  28. JenniferJanuary 3, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    I've been following your blog since before little Luke came along and I just have to say.. I'm so excited that he is finally going to be in your arms! I shared your story with my mom a while ago and she's been asking about you everyday. We are so anxious for you to see your little guy. We'll be praying for all of you!

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  29. HW AdoptionJanuary 3, 2011 at 11:23 PM

    I am soo praying for you. This child, she shall keep. There are so many things I would like to say to you - my hero in cyber-space - but it will and can wait until we can talk about our sons. I believe. I belive in you and Luke.

    Bridget

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  30. DeniseJanuary 3, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    I am so excited and so happy for you. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers and I cannot wait to read his beautiful and perfect birth story, which you'll write with him in your arms cooing <3

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  31. JenniferJanuary 4, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    You know I am sending many, many prayers up and good thoughts your way! I pray that God would give you a peaceful night's rest and help you to be refreshed when Mr. Luke makes his debut! Deep breaths...

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  32. AdalizJanuary 4, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    Lots of prayers are being sent your way for you and your family! I know everything is going to go great tomorrow and look forward to seeing photos of your sweet baby boy! All the Best!!!

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  33. ChristyJanuary 4, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    Praying for you Lori! Sending love and hugs and can't wait to hear the good news!
    xo

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  34. Angie HJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:01 AM

    GOOD LUCK LORI !!!!
    Just remember that every pregnancy IS different and you are going to have a HAPPY END this time !!!

    Sending you love and peace .

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  35. veraladyJanuary 4, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    Remember "this one she will keep"
    I am so over the top excited for you and John today! I've been praying every few minutes!!!

    Much love, xoxox!!!

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  36. BarbaraJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    Sending you all the best wishes in the world Lori.

    xxx

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  37. The RobeysJanuary 4, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    Lifting you all up in prayer today!

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  38. April TaylorJanuary 4, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    thinking of you all day today!! Please post as soon as you can!

    xoxoApril

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  39. Maria QuarlesJanuary 4, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    Praying for you Lori & sweet baby Luke! I will be sure to friend on you FB. I can't wait to see photos of you & your famiy! <3

    Maria
    Pasadena, MD

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  40. StephanieJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    LORI! Luke is officially here! I just heard on another post in the community! I can't believe it! I am in tears for you. . ..sooooooo happy! I would love to see his little perfect face and you and JOHN just BEAMING! I know that you will update your blog when you can. No rush ~ just wanted to let you know that I love you and am thinking of your joy and pain today!

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  41. Joy AliJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    Hey everyone! Little Luke is here! He was born at 1:20 pm today-he and Lori are healthy and doing well! Pray for a speedy recovery, relief from pain & queasiness for Lori & a cofy stay in the hospital for her, baby & John! Here are some pics!

    http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=48597&id=100000010701240&l=51de5560f6

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  42. Joy AliJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    Click for Pics of Luke!

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  43. April TaylorJanuary 4, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    Yayy!!!! He , and you, are GORGEOUS!! I am so happy for you all. Your whole lovely family.

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  44. JeanneJanuary 4, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    Love those beautiful pics!

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  45. HW AdoptionJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    Joy -

    Thank you for posting. I have been thinking of Lori all day long and I cried when I saw the pictures. I hope Mommy gets better soon and can enjoy her son.

    Much love to you and your family. You have some idea of how many of us who have never met Lori were rooting for her, John and Luke. There are many of us!

    Bridget

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  46. SuzanneinAustraliaJanuary 4, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    Congrats Lori, I am so happy for you. Welcome precious Luke

    love Suzanne

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