Greetings to all!
As most of you probably know by now, Chad and I have been blessed by the Lord with the birth of our son, Simeon Joseph. He is a healthy, handsom, baby who is growing rapidly! :)
We had been in prayer about his birth ever since we found out that this little miracle was starting to form in my womb. We wanted to be able to give birth to this little one at home - whether with a midwife or without - but we were just praying for the Lord's leading in whichever way would be best. We knew He knew. :) After many attempts to find a midwife, we gave up, taking it from the Lord that one wouldn't be necessary. So the only options left were home with just Chad and I, or the hospital. I, from the beginning had a great peace about having my child at home...and so did Chad after a little while. I think this was the working of the Lord. :)
When the time came to give birth, neither of us had any doubts that we should stay at home. Labor started after a night of burning fields at our property in Palo. (For this reason, my dad nicknamed Simeon 'Smokey' cause I was starting and putting out fires all night and running around in the fields! :D I'm sure I was quite the sight at 41 weeks pregnant) - Labor started at 2:30 that night, and after 6 hours of back labor, our precious son was given to us by God. Praise Him- He does all things well! He gave much strength during that time...our prayers were answered. Simeon Joseph was born in our own house, as an answer to prayer. Chad did such a wonderful job in aiding in the labor and delivery....and yes, he caught him successfully! :) He weighed 9lbs 9oz. and was 20.5 inches long. Everything went so well...and fast! What a wonderful experience! Let us praise his Creator!
We have had so many visitors since his birth a week ago...what a blessing! Thanks to all of you for prayers, thoughts, visits, gifts and food!- we so appreciate everything!
With thanksgiving,
Chad and Jenny...and Simeon :)
