Life is Precious

She had been put on bedrest till her due date.

               The doctor said, no stress, till baby comes.
                         But on this special day, he gave special permission. 
                                    Her day . . . their day!
The joy on her face. . .
                            The excitement in her voice. . .
                                             The energy in her walk. . .

It was a day to celebrate the joy of life. . .
                          A day to show our support 
                                                    and love to the momma-to-be.
 And to this little one. . .  
I'm going to be a great aunt. once again, but she will be the first on my side of the family.
  
To rejoice in new life!  
 Pink was the color of the day!  
In the decorations, the cake, the presents!
 Already, preparations were being made for this little girl!                                This little life, not yet born, but forthcoming. 
Already, she's a precious life, to her parents and family,
                To extended friends and loved ones. 

Most importantly, to her Creator.
              To all, she is a princess. .
                   To the King, she is a member of His Royal family! 
     

     Already, she has a name. . .                  Cards were presented, with congratulations and love.
 Gifts were opened.Sweet, girl-y things were shared. 
The waiting is almost over. The anticipation has been intense at times, especially lately.  
 Only 7 weeks to go (or maybe sooner) and another little life will enter the world!

                                        Then we will say . . . 
Oh, how precious life is.
                  Even before she leaves the safe and comfortable womb,
                                   she is adored, embraced, and loved! 

 That is how our Lord sees each of us. . .

                  We are all precious to Him!!! 
                                  Thanks be to God, our Lord and Saviour!!! 

Giving thanks today, as I continue to count my blessings, and joining others at  "Multitude on Mondays"

1,273 - New life, soon to enter the world.
1,274 - My hubby, slowly overcoming a bad cold.
1,275 - Knowing my son will be coming home for Easter to visit.
1,276 - Melting snow
1,277 - Snacking on jelly beans
1,278 - My new look on both of my blogs (New headings and backgrounds).
1,279 - Being in awe and rejoicing, as I remember what Easter is about.



Comments

  1. UnknownMarch 26, 2013 at 10:22 AM

    Dear Ann
    What a blessing it is to be expecting parents! I pray that everything will go fine with the rest of your pregnancy and that your big day will be easy!
    Blessings to you and your little princess
    Mia

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    1. cairncottageMarch 27, 2013 at 8:39 AM

      Actually, it's my niece who's expecting, but it truly is a blessing, Mia! Thanks for your prayers and wishes!

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  2. tinuvielMarch 26, 2013 at 10:42 AM

    What a beautiful shower and kind doctor to grant permission to celebrate! Those cupcakes look yummy, too.

    May the Lord grant your niece and Ellie protection and health for the remainder of the pregnancy. May Ellie's birth be at just the right time and free of complications. May her life be accompanied by the joy and love her birth brings.

    You linked up ahead of me at Jen's SDG sisterhood today. I'm glad I stopped by.

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    1. cairncottageMarch 27, 2013 at 8:41 AM

      It was a wonderful day of celebration. Thanks for stopping in and leaving your beautiful comments! Blessings to you, also!

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  3. BARBIEMarch 26, 2013 at 11:36 AM

    How wonderful! I am praying that your niece and little Ms. Ellie will have peace during the final stages of pregnancy. Praying for a most beautiful birth experience.

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    1. cairncottageMarch 27, 2013 at 8:42 AM

      Thanks, Barbie! Your thoughts and prayers are so appreciated! May you have a blessed and joyful Easter!

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  4. darnlyMarch 27, 2013 at 3:49 PM

    What a fun post! And what a wonderful thing to be thankful for. I'm going to be a first time grandma in July....My youngest and he is 36. I've waited and prayed for a long time. So I rejoice with you and pray for that new little life coming.
    God bless.
    Here from Ann's.

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    1. cairncottageMarch 28, 2013 at 7:27 AM

      Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving a comment! Being a grandma is amazing! I have 3 step-grandkids, as well! I pray all goes well with the little one on it's way into your family, too! I stopped out to read your blog and started following. Have a beautiful Easter1

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  5. Gena at ichoosejoy.orgMarch 29, 2013 at 12:42 PM

    How wonderful! So sweet!
    --Gena

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  6. Jennifer DouganMarch 30, 2013 at 4:04 PM

    Ann,

    Congratulations on being an auntie for this new little Ellie! The party looked like a sweet celebration. I smiled as I scrolled the photos.

    Thanks for stopping by my post "Underneath the Mom Hat...It Stirs" this week. Happy Easter, friend!

    Jennifer Dougan
    www.jenniferdougan.com

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  7. JenApril 1, 2013 at 12:42 PM

    What joy awaiting! so much anticipating in God bringing a new little one into the world!

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