Last year we hosted our family for our first Thanksgiving.
And found out we were pregnant the next day.
I remember clearly the feeling welling up inside me when I saw that positive pregnancy test. Pete and I were so giddy we just kept laughing and looking at each other saying, “What!?”
My heart has expanded in ways I could not have imagined. I am so full of gratitude for my beautiful baby and for our journey and for all of the people who carried us through our tough time. I am thankful for our health and hers. I am thankful for my husband who is the best daddy and partner. I am thankful for Gracie’s cheeks, her expressive eyebrows, crazy hair, big beautiful eyes, and especially for the fat roll on her forearms.
It is ridiculous and perfect.
I am trying to get away from the personal on here a bit…
But I want to share this with you in case any of you are going through a hard time. 
This was such a sad night in the NICU. My heart hurts looking at this picture and remembering the pain and the fear I felt.
It was such a tough six months. There were many many times we were warned she wouldn’t make it.
And she is perfect.
Even the worst situations can become truly wonderful in ways you cannot imagine. I know that not everyone is so lucky, and I pray every day for those who are not. But Gracie gives me such hope.
Gratitude is not enough to express.
Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!
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Happy Thanksgiving Bailey!!! All the best for You and your family! XoXo <3
Happy Thanksgiving Bailey! All the best for You and your family! XoXo <3
How beautiful. Hope you and your family are having a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Oh my goodness, look at those eyes! She is stunning!
you are threesome of magic and love.
happy thanksgiving Mc’C's.
Just lovely. So many beautiful things to be thankful for on this day. You are one lucky lady.
This gave me the chills. Hope you and Pete enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving with Gracie girl!
She is perfect! Happy First Thanksgiving to your beautiful family.
What a wonderful post…so glad you’re still posting. I l look forward to reading them so much. Happy Thanksgiving to your sweet family.
I am so glad you are back on-line. I look forward to your posts. Grace is so beautiful, and your word inspiring. I am glad the person who made you think twice about your posts did not ‘win’. I get so sick of the negative people in this worl
I am so glad you are back on-line. Your words are inspiring, and Grace is beautiful. I look forward to your posts and am so glad the person/s who wrote something negative to make you second guess your posts didn’t ‘win’. So sick of the negative people in this world ruining it for others. God bless you
Gracie is a tiny lovely beauty! I’m happy that you’ve decided to share your thoughts again with the bloggy world. Wishing you and your family continuing happiness!!
BEAUTIFUL! She’s gorgeous! love that pic – her eyes are so awesome.
enjoy!
So happy to see beautiful Gracie doing so well. Congrats to you, parents! You done good!
She is amazing. Congrats and thanks so much for sharing!
What a special gift God has given you and your husband. Every time you look at her I am sure you thank Him for His goodness and love for you all. May God richly bless your family this Christmas season.
Happy Thanksgiving indeed! Best to you and your sweet family. Thanks for coming back; I’ve enjoyed reading your thoughts, especially during my late night feedings:)
Beautiful post, Bailey! So glad you are blogging again.
You are truly blessed! Looking to forward to 2012 with Peppermint Bliss!