Two Have and to Hold

Our little girl turned 2 months old on February 24, 2009. It is amazing how in just a few short weeks so much can change. Caroline, around 6 weeks you started to coo and smile. At your 8 week appointment, you weighed 10 pounds, 7 ounces- exactly what Eli weighed at 2 weeks. You are in the 50th percentile for weight and 25th for height. I think you may be a shorty like your mommy, but hey, that works to my advantage because maybe I can borrow all of your clothes one day.

You were introduced to several other family members over the month, and Eli was very proud to show you off. Aunt Christy and Grayson came to South Carolina to see you. Grayson was mesmerized by you-- whom she calls "Carolina." She was very helpful in changing your diapers and feeding you a bottle although she couldn't understand why she could not carry you like she carries her baby dolls. Nana and Grandaddy came as well, and we then made our first trip with you to Alabama. As soon as you got in the car, you passed out asleep and you basically slept the entire trip with the exception of two feedings and diaper changes at Chik-fil-a and Burger King. Once in Alabama, you were introduced to GG and Grandad, your great-grandparents, Aunt Caylen and Uncle Dave, who flew all the way from Phoenix to meet you, Uncle Eric, and Great Grandmomma.

As your daddy and I look at you now, you remind us of how our faith should be in Christ. You totally rely on us for everything-- for nourishment, for comfort, for peace. You don't worry about tomorrow because you know that mommy and daddy will take care of you. Our prayer is that you will grow and mature in all areas of your life. However, I pray that your faith in Christ will remain as a 2 month old. I pray that you will cling to Him as you do your dad and I and that you will always seek Him to provide you with what you need. Daddy and I will sometimes fail you and not always know the best thing for you, but be certain my precious Caroline, that Jesus will not. He knows just what you need; now and forever.