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Almost Here

I’m dilated to a four, and am anxiously awaiting our little lady’s arrival. Today as I sat in her pink nursery, I couldn’t help but wonder if this little unnamed girl will look like her older sister, Preslee.

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I feel like I’ve come such a long way over the past six years. With each pregnancy I desperately hoped and prayed for another little girl. I’ll admit I always left the doctor’s office disappointed after learning each boy’s gender. After having twin boys, I started accepting that maybe having another daughter just wasn’t in the cards for us. But today as I sat in the nursery and as each one of my boys found their way in and we sat there giggling and discussing that their baby sister would be here soon, I couldn’t help but feel grateful for Heavenly Father’s plan and was reminded that He knows me better than I know myself.

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There’s nothing I love more than my three boys. I simply cannot imagine life without any of them. They each bring something special to our family, and I love how much they love one another due to being close in age. (I laugh that I wasn’t so sure about that as well a few years ago) I now feel like enough time has passed, that having a girl won’t be as painful as it could have been just following Preslee’s death. I feel like we’ve been given six years to heal and are now ready to just love on and celebrate another little girl in our home. The timing feels perfect and I know He was aware of our needs the entire time.

As I realize our family will soon be complete, I’m filled with more gratitude than I could have ever imagined. God is good, and I’m grateful He is aware of each and everyone of us. I simply cannot wait to hold another little girl in my arms and can’t wait to introduce her to all of you. Red heart

 

Fingers crossed that she arrives soon!

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12 comments:

  1. Auntie EMOctober 27, 2016 at 6:01 PM

    Can't wait to hear all about your new baby girl. I hope all goes smoothly and you have a calm, happy baby girl. You do have a darling family. I'm glad you are so happy for your new addition and can't wait to hear of her name. Life is sometimes not an easy road but it's a beautiful life you've grown, in spite of the challenges. Preslee is up there giving her sister good advice and encouraging her on her way. Your new little will come trailing a bit of heaven behind her as she whispers goodbye to Preslee and hello to her big brothers. They will be so protective and loving. It will sweet for you and Patrick to watch them bond and see them always be her protectors. Take care. Thinking of you!! Happy Happy Joy Joy

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  2. PaigeOctober 28, 2016 at 4:07 AM

    I've been checking in here and on IG to see if baby girl has arrived yet! I'm thrilled for you guys :-)

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  3. UnknownOctober 28, 2016 at 6:13 AM

    I have read your blog for years and reading this post this morning brought tears to my eyes. You have all come a long way to get to this point today. Congratulations on your soon to be new addition!

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  4. UnknownOctober 28, 2016 at 6:58 AM

    I have followed your story since the first post you and Pat did while Preslee was in the hospital. I have cried with you and I have laughed. It's crazy that it has been that long. Just know that your story is touching people that you don't even know and thank you for still sharing that with us. Prayers all the way from North Carolina -- Michelle

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  5. ReenieOctober 28, 2016 at 8:13 AM

    Oh... I can't wait to meet her. You look adorable Ashley.

    xo

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  6. Ashley ZieglerOctober 28, 2016 at 8:50 AM

    So excited for you!! :)

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  7. Aaron and CarolynOctober 28, 2016 at 11:16 AM

    I'm so happy for you!! Congrats on baby girl.

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  8. The AndersensOctober 28, 2016 at 11:42 AM

    Sweetest post ever! I feel like that happens so often the Lord's timing is perfect when we can't see it yet. My heart is touched for you and your sweet family. Congratulations.

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  9. UnknownOctober 28, 2016 at 12:27 PM

    I'm so happy for your family. The boys are going to be pure mush around her. I can't wait to hear her name.
    Love,
    Stef

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  10. UnknownOctober 28, 2016 at 1:37 PM

    I feel like her name should have Joy in it somewhere. Maybe that could be her middle name? Joy for the joy you have in your life and since Preslee's middle name was Jo it's kind of after her. I just felt joy reading this post and I absolutely love baby name talk so I had to share the idea with you. Praying for a happy, healthy momma and baby girl!

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  11. LisaOctober 28, 2016 at 2:30 PM

    Having the Lords timing is precious, he knows just what we need and this little girl is coming at just the "right time" for you and your little family! Hope everything goes perfectly and she gets here soon. Nothing can quite compare to having a baby placed in your arms and meeting their little spirit for the first time.

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  12. UnknownOctober 30, 2016 at 12:35 AM

    The baby girl is here. Her name is Oaklee Grace Sullenger, 7 ibs, 1 oz. and 21 in. long. All info's here: https://www.instagram.com/thesullengers <3

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