Sunday, November 20, 2011

home has never seemed so sweet

Tate came home on November 15th. One week after surgery. That is remarkable. Before he was born the doctors told us that babies typically need to be in the hospital 2 - 4 weeks. He surpassed every expectation. I cannot believe what I have felt through all of this - just over 2 weeks of Tate's life. I know he was sent to our family to teach us. I know that Jesus Christ is real and that He lives. I know that the power of the priesthood has been restored to this Earth. I know that those who are worthy priesthood holders have been blessed with power, faith, nobility. I could not be more grateful for Erik. He is a man of God. I know that I have a family that has been sealed together. The faith, prayers and love of the diligent people that surround me has carried me each and every day since we first heard of Tate's heart defect. I know God answers prayers. I know He loves His little children, even those who are adults. I pray with all my soul that I will never forget the thoughts, feelings, moments, and comfort that I feel. I am full of thanksgiving. My cup runneth over. . .

7 comments:

Anna said...

wonderful! So happy for your family! Love you!

Liz said...

Anna and I came to check up on Tate. We are SO happy he has been able to come home and hope that he is growing stronger everyday! We rejoice with you!
We send our love to Darla, Bennett, Baby Tate, you and Erik.

Kate said...

i love him! and i'm so happy for you all. still thinking of you guys:)

Alison said...

Love love love love this beautiful baby boy! Sorry I'm always late to the game, but I've been kept updated through your mama! So glad he's doing so well. He is such a handsome stud already!

love you

Jeff and Kathryn said...

I'm so happy he's doing well!! He is so, so adorable!

maryirene said...

wow, i'm so happy to hear it all went so well. he's so beautiful. thinking of you.

brenley said...

what a beautiful testimony, jen! i'm so happy for your family!!