In the meantime, I found this neat quote from Elder Jeffrey R. Holland that really means a lot to me these days.
"The very fact that you have been given such a responsibility [parenthood] is everlasting evidence of the trust your Father in Heaven has in you. He knows that your giving birth to a child does not immediately propel you into the circle of the omniscient. If you and your husband will strive to love God and live the gospel yourselves; if you will plead for that guidance and comfort of the Holy Spirit promised to the faithful; if you will go to the temple to both make and claim the promises of the most sacred covenants a woman or man can make in this world; if you will show others, including your children, the same caring, compassionate, forgiving heart you want heaven to show you; if you try your best to be the best parent you can be, you will have done all that a human being can do and all that God expects you to do."
It still is a pretty tall order, but that's why we have friends and family and the gospel and neighbors etc. to help us out when we need it.
Also--
My boys are adorable.
4 comments:
That's beautiful Karen.
Rich is one very blessed little boy to have you and Tyler as his parents. You will be with him and for him every step of his way.
I think writing in bursts will be perfect.
I love the quote from Elder Holland. Especially the part about the "forgiving heart."
I loved being with you even for such a short time.
-Dennis
Great quote from Elder Holland. Parenting is the most humbling experience.
I am so happy for you and Tyler. I hope baby Rich is doing better and better each day and that he gets to go home to you very soon! A family should be together. :)
You're boys are adorable!! I am so proud of you for making this brave step. I am excited to meet your little piece of heaven. I love you and your little family.
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