The whole affair was a pretty haphazard business. At my tender age, experience was dreadfully lacking. In a months' time I had graduated from high school, turned 18, bought a house and was about to be married. Still in the blush of my youth (batting eyelashes here), I had only witnessed one wedding ever. Ever. And it was only a month before my own. Not much help.
So much of it was patched-up and thrown together at the last minute that any original plans were long forgotten. The night before the wedding, when asked, "Where are the programs?", my answer of, "What are programs?" should have been a sign that all was not well in the planning department. After breaking into the church past midnight to create and print the programs (we had permission, but no keys), the next morning was nothing less than zany. All those visions of a leisurely breakfast saying goodbye to the family were not to be. Instead, folks were rushing hither and yon and the phone was ringing off the hook. When it was my turn to take a shower, things were just settling down a bit.
Stepping out of the shower, it was eerily quiet in the house as I realized I was the only one there. It seemed that everyone assumed that someone else was taking the bride to the church. Mr. Visionary had my car, and there were no other cars home. No one was answering the church phone, and those were the days before everyone five years old and over had their own cell phones. After a half hour of frantic and futile phone calls to find someone (anyone) to drive me to the church, I finally gave up. My best laid plans were long since wrecked, and my last minute I'll-Think-Myself-Out-Of-This-Bind efforts failed as well. I was down to, "Father, if you want me to be married today, you'll need to send me a ride," which is really where I should have started.
Mr. Visionary reminded me of this story this afternoon, as I was nervously trying to think myself out of another bind. My desire for a home birth this pregnancy was overruled by nature of it being twins. No midwife would attend a twin birth at our home, forty minutes from the closest hospital, and I wouldn't feel comfortable with it, either. However, a hospital birth requires planning in the area of childcare and transportation for the laboring woman (namely Me). Therein lies the rub.
Mr. Visionary works a minimum of an hour away from home four days a week. My midwife and OB have both instructed me not to mess around, and to expect a quick labor. My labors aren't terribly long anyway (usually six hours or way less), and twin labors are known for being much shorter than "normal". If I should labor while Mr. Visionary is at work, I will need someone to take me to the hospital and someone else to stay with the children. Both of these somebodies will need to be fairly close to where I live, which is a huge obstacle in itself- I don't have many friends that live close.
My worrier nature wants to remember that my labor with the Dreamer was just over two hours, that I am already dilated several centimeters, that my first childcare plan will not be available because of her having a boatload of company coming in this week, and that I cannot drive while in labor. That is just the beginning of my list. I can think of plenty more while laying awake timing contractions.
Back to the wedding day story. When I finally gave back to Yahweh the burden of deciding how it would all work out, it did. The phone rang, and some friends from out of town were calling to see if there was anything they could do. They picked me up, and the show went on... on time even.
Mr. Visionary reminds me that the same will happen in this situation -Yahweh will provide... and that it too, will be right on time.
He will provide. It is great that you have that wedding day ride to remind you that He is rarely early, but NEVER late. Rest and trust. Read Psalm 131 and then climb up on His lap like that weaned child and rest.
ReplyDeleteOh, baby, baby. (Said it twice...just because....there are TWO!)
ReplyDeleteIt WILL work out. I am PRAYING for Yahwah to work it out perfectly for all of you.
Can't wait to meet these precious ones!
I gave birth today.. a very different kind of labour from any of my first 5 births.
ReplyDeleteI was 10cm dilated for a long time, with no contractions, and no urge to push. I was waiting for a friend to arrive, she just wanted to witness the birth. She arrived, I told her what was going on.. and she went to get me a tea, and then I pushed twice and baby was born. very simple. and all in God's timing.
May Adonai bless you with the same simplicity to your birth, with all the details worked out in HIS way.
Oh, how I long to be closer! I will be praying not only for Yahweh's provision but for His peace and for His plans to be revealed to you so that you might be able to rest well in Him.
ReplyDeleteLove you girl!
Cheri
Wow Sombra! Congratulations!! May you rest and stay strong and healthy - and may your new baby be the same.
ReplyDeleteJulie - He will provide. I'm so glad you have a previous experience to fall back on and "be still and know". I know that the "be still" part is hard, it's hard for me sometimes too. But that's where trust comes in, and I know you trust. Your twin birth story will out-do your wedding day ride, I'm sure. Not for the stress, but for the provision. May it be so...
Blessings ~
Lisa
LOL The "babystrology" widgit finally loaded here on my screen. I am chuckling because two beautiful babies are "floating" around. I seem to doubt there doing much "floating" going on right now. I imagine that they're quite close and getting tight. :) 34 days to go...
ReplyDeletePraying the Lord will mercifully tend to all the details for you in His perfect way. I was in the midst of typing in some ways He comforted me by tending to all the details in past deliveries, but alas, my computer clicked off and I lost it. Be assured He cares.
ReplyDeleteMy delivery last week was a testament to His goodness and faithfulness. During labor our little one was suddenly in a very risky situation, but the Lord sent His angels to protect us and all is well.
Praying for a strenth in these final days and a safe and peaceful delivery for you and your little ones. Thanks for sharing your musings and experiences with us~ what an amazing miracle birth is! I am looking forward to hearing the news and seeing pictures. ((((hugs))))
~Annette
Oh, yes..... for those not there, I can report the accuracy of the program snafu. I was one of those in the church in the middle of the night. I was at Kinko's at 4:30 a.m. on the morning of the wedding, getting the programs printed.
ReplyDeleteFor those not there.... It was a beautiful wedding, a radiant bride, and everything appeared to go smoothly.
I'm reminded of words to a Chris Rice song, "The Eighth Grade", when he sings, "Why does the past always seem safer? Maybe because at least we know we made it..."
ReplyDeleteIt's so much easier to see how God work(ed) when we look back on a situation, not so easy when in the midst of it. Thank God we have the promise that He will work, though! Praying for you...
Here is a song for you. I am sure you probably know it:
ReplyDeleteThey that wait upon the Lord
Shall renew their strength
They shall mount up with wings as eagles
They shall walk and not grow weary
They shall run and not faint
Teach me Lord
Teach me Lord
To wait...
This is a good song to sing when you are finding it hard to be patient :)
Hope you are doing well today!
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Just wanted to let you know I'm thinking of you often and keeping you in my prayers. Wondering if you are still awaiting the arrival of your little ones or if life has suddenly gotten busy!
ReplyDeleteMy aunt delivered twins (unexpectedly) on her due date about 18 years ago, and they both weighed around 7 1/2 lbs. Hang in there!
~Annette
I just wanted to let you know I was awakened by a dream about you last night and started praying for you and your family and the babies. I pray all is well. All my love in Christ...
ReplyDeletePraying for you and the babies~
ReplyDelete(((love)))
Annette
Checking everyday for an update...
ReplyDeletehope all is well with your family!! - ali
Congrats! Just heard!
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Kate
Your widget says "12 days left". I've been thinking of you often as we're finishing up our fair rotation. I'm looking forward to your announcement as soon as you're able.
ReplyDeleteMay the arrival of your newest little ones be safe and easy for you and for them. May you *know* the Father is watch over you with all care and joy.
Blessings ~
Lisa
Kate? Just heard WHAT??!!
ReplyDeleteThinking of you and checking frequently for news! Take care.
ReplyDeleteJust checking in...hoping...praying...
ReplyDeleteWe are all waiting on the edge of our seats for you to make an announcement. ;-) One comment gave us a clue that they were born and you can be assured I am not the only one checking a dozen times a day for an update...
ReplyDeleteEnjoy those little babies (boys or girls?) and take good care of yourself. I do hope all is well and that you are getting the rest and help you need. When you are able, please fill us in- it doesn't need to be anything profound! We just wanna know. :D
(((hugs)))
Annette
What's happening?
ReplyDeleteThinking of you and your family!
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