Why We Call Our Blog the Miracle of More

The miracle is a beautiful image of Ephesians 3:20--more than I can ask or imagine. Every day is a miracle. Every moment is a miracle. Specifically for our family, the miracle of more is our family growing in ways I would never have imagined when we first committed to adoption 8 years ago. But, the greatest miracle is the change in ME!

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Saturday, September 12, 2009

Guess What!!! and Guess What!!!






Ellie's meds have kept her dry for the last 24 hours, so tonight she's wearing panti*s for the first time!!! (Complete with Poise pads just in case.) She is a little proud. Can you tell?

Guess what else?
Have you tried guessing yet?

Tonight, when it was time to use the catheter for the last time, Ellie asked, "When can I try to do it myself?" So, I told her she could try, and then I would finish up if it didn't work.

Well my four-year-old inserted her own catheter and proudly proclaimed she was pee-peeing on the potty!

What a difference a day can make in my spirits.
Thank you for all of your prayers!

11 comments:

Musings from Kim K. said...

I have tears in my eyes seeing the joy on Ellie's face with her big girl underpants. She continually amazes me. Hugs to you both!!

Unknown said...

Wonderful, wonderful news!!

Faith, Hope, and Love said...

Woohoo!!!! Go Ellie girl!!!

Terry said...

omgoodness Robbie you guys have really been on my heart and in my prayers the past 24+ hours! this is wonderful news!!! Terry

Addie Talley, Photographer said...

wonderful! I love it!

Marla said...

Wow!! That is awesome!!! Way to go Ellie!!!

Anonymous said...

What a sweet heart! What an accomplishment for your family! Thanks for sharing, Robbie. I'm truly happy for you all! :)

Anonymous said...

That's hollym. above, Robbie. Sorry I forgot to sign! :)
hollym.

One Happy Momma said...

Robbie -

OH MY GOODNESS!! I am crying happy tears of joy!!!

You go Ellie! What an awesome little girl you are!

Blessings and hugs-

Cathy

Sarah said...

Wow - wonderful news!

Anita said...

I'm in catch-up Saturday mode, Robbie and just now seeing Ellie's success!!! YEAH Ellie!! She's always been one of my favorite little girls, and her spunky "do it myself" just adds to it for me! So glad to hear the joy back in your voice too!! HUGS!!

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