Full Circle

Our morning started off early with a trip back to Northshore Fertility Clinic. I remember the mornings so well . . . early appointments where small details became huge milestones.

When we did the In Vitro procedure that lead to our successful pregnancy, we harvested several eggs and were able to implant two embryos (one of which was Sanne) and froze one other. Each year we are asked to make a decision for that embryo and to pay an annual fee if we choose to continue to freeze the embryo. While statistically, one frozen embryo is not likely to survive the thawing process and implantation, I can't give up hope, as I see this embryo's twin sitting in her bouncie seat cooing. Incredible.

We were required to turn in our form in person, which was a great excuse to head back to the clinic and show off our little girl. There is something so amazing about watching Sanne be held by the woman who examined me each day, pricked my finger, told me time and time again that we weren't pregnant after each treatment and then finally rejoiced with us when we finally were.

I am so thankful.

So thankful that we called out to God and the answer was yes.

And that our little miracle child is healthy, beautiful and loved. We have hope for the future, faith in our frozen embryo and peace that God provides for us time and time again, even when we have doubts.

I think that's why I unapologetically think Sanne is so special; she is proof that God does answer prayer . . . her name means Truth and Grace and I think she exemplifies that for me day after day.

Full circle.