The Waiting Game

Well, it's about time I caught everyone up on life in the Miller family...we have definitely covered a lot of miles since my last post!!!  Because there's so much involved, I'll begin this post with the rest of my pregnancy.
   After Christmas, everything progressed soooo quickly!  We loved being able to share the name and gender with everyone and now it was time to prepare.  Life was in full swing as Chris was taking 12 hours of classes and working two jobs, and I was working part-time and enjoying the rest, while waiting for Moriah to arrive.  Movies, naps, and baby shopping quickly became the norm for me and of course, my weekly stop at McDonald's to get a hot fudge Sundae!! (Delicious, especially with extra fudge) Chris being the loving husband he is made many of these stops on his way home from Morningside...what a man!!!
   Around the end of January, Chris and I began talking about what the future looked like, knowing he had another semester of school left, I would probably have to get a job where I could take Moriah with me.  There were a lot of unknowns, but God revealed that when we got a phone call at the end of February from one of Chris' friends from Johnson City.  (This is a way longer story...details in another post).
   God continually amazed us during the pregnancy through the generosity of others.  We were given a few baby showers and literally showered with so many amazing gifts, cards, words of wisdom and encouragement!  So thankful to everyone who provided so much for our little girl.  It is incredible to be on the receiving end when God uses the body of Christ to bless and meet needs!
   The days kept getting shorter and my belly kept getting bigger...and in March a sneeze drove me into panic mode because I truly thought my water broke!  Thankfully, it was not, but like they say, the nesting instinct kicked in and that night I had my bag packed for the hospital.  During the weeks to come, Chris and I did a lot to keep busy and everyone was getting more and more excited.  My mom was even asking everyone to pray that Moriah would not come until she got to Texas (2 days after her due date).
  One of the most enjoyable trips was a visit to Mark and Julie's in Round Rock to see Alan and Brian!  We stayed for a long weekend and had a blast talking, playing games, and eating real Texas BBQ!!  Delicious, and Alan considered getting a to-go order to take with him on the plane!
   With the child birth class finished and the arrival of April, the anticipation increased.  Chris and I decided to make the most of our time together, making sure to eat out at our favorite places and spend time outside before the Texas heat came back.  I took my maternity leave a week before my due date (April 17th) and really enjoyed a few more days off.  My due date came and went and for more details...

you'll have to read the next blog!! =)

In October with Claudia Busse...barely showing

February

March

BBQ

Easter Sunday