Sep 13, 2007

The Results!!

I sat all day at my desk waiting for the call to come in, but no call came. I harassed the doctor's office twice hoping to hear that results had come in. No results. I resigned myself to the fact that I would probably be waiting until tomorrow....maybe longer....until I found out the fate of my babies. I had waited this long, after all. What's a few more days, right?

I got home at 5:15. I had missed their call by 14 minutes. The phone was dead. I let it charge for about 1/2 hour and called; holding my breath to hear what the message said. The nurse said she would wait until 6:00, specifically to get my call. I called her at 5:53.

I'm still having difficulty wrapping my head around the news I received.

I'm having difficulty forming a complete thought or sentence.

I'm wondering how well I'm going to sleep tonight.

A month and a half of pure torture waiting to find out how these precious two little beings forming in my womb are doing. But admist the torture, a strange sense of calm and peace about the whole thing (once the initial shock and despair had passed).

My babies (which are definitively two girls) have NO SIGNS OF ANY CHROMOSOMAL ABNORMALITY WHATSOEVER. None.

The nurse said she's not sure how to explain the growth that was there initially, but is no longer present.

But I know why. Because as I said earlier....those babies have the Great Physician in their corner and I had I don't know how many people out there praying for me, loving me and supporting me. People that I know and love dearly....and people whom I have never even met.

I have never felt such an enormous sense of relief; of happiness; of joy. I have been through quite a few difficulties in my life; but I don't think many have matched the fear of the unknown where these precious little girls are concerned.

It's a miracle....plain and simple. There is no other explanation.

I'm having a little party here....join me, won't you? Because my babies are A.O.K.

You all are amazing, wonderful people and I will never in a lifetime be able to show my gratitude to everyone.

Stay tuned over the next six months. There's still plenty of adventure to come....I'm sure of it!

50 comments:

Diane@Diane's Place said...

You can't hear me, but I'm shouting here! Praise God, for He is worthy of all praise! I've got holy goosebumps all over me!

Oh my word, I am so thankful and happy for you and those precious babies, Kristen. Somehow, I just knew that everything was going to be better than okay, but wonderful instead.

God blessed you and those sweet little ones with a miracle, plain as day.

Love and hugs,

Diane

Myrna said...

Oh Kristen,
You don't know me. I recently started reading your Mom's blog and ended up over here when you learned you were having twins. I have been praying for you. Today I started thinking about you and a sudden peace just came over me.

Trust me, today has not been peaceful at my house. We are facing some heavy duty medical situations in our family and I have been stressed today. But thinking about your little ones just gave me such a good feeling1

I was anxious to hear your news. I am so happy for you! What wonderful news! I will continue to prayer for their progress and that you will be healthy and feel well.

What an adventure you can look forward to with joy!

nancygrayce said...

Oh, praise to our Merciful Savior! I always say, there is only One who knows and all the medical tests in the world can't outdo his wonderful love and care. I am so thrilled for you and your entire family! This is what I love about the blog world, you have so many people praying and lifting you up to His throne! Love to you and your sweet family. Nancygrayce

Linda said...

Praise God!!! Kristen what an answer to prayer. Oh thank You Lord!! In the midst of a very sad week, this is such joyful news. I am so excited and thankful and happy for all of you.

Trisha said...

Yeah, yippee, hooray. That is such wonderful news Kristen. I can't wait to see what the next six months brings!!

Unknown said...

I prayed for God to be big.

Words escape me except for the unbelievable joy. Praise God.

camille said...

YAAAAY!!!! I'm so so glad to hear that news. How fantastic and what a relief for you. You're right, they have God in their corner and it looks like he performed quite the miracle :)

Jana @sidetrackd said...

Praise God! What wonderful news!

Diane Viere said...

Oh Kristen!

It's a miracle! It's a MIRACLE!

Thank you God!

THANK YOU GOD!!!

I am rejoicing with you and so looking forward to the great things God has in mind for you and your estrogen packed--belly!!!!

Those two little girls are such a gift! They are a reminder that God is still working....in 2007!!!! They are a gift of love! They are packed sweetly in your womb direct from God!!!!

How wonderful!

How beautiful!

Amazing!

Diane

Brittany said...

I think I echo all of these other wonderful people whom have been praying for you!!

PRAISE THE LORD, for HE is good! :)

Unknown said...

That's wonderful news. Congratulatiosn!

mamashine said...

I'm crying. God is so good.

I can't wait to tell Gillian. We've been praying for you every night and she always wants to hear about Care Bear and Feisty and their new little sisters. :)

Diane Viere said...

I stand amazed in the presence
Of Jesus the Nazarene
And wonder how he could love me
A sinner condemned unclean

For me it was in the garden
He prayed not my will but thine
He had no tears for his own griefs
But sweat drops of blood for mine

(Chorus)

How marvelous
How wonderful
And my song shall ever be
How marvelous
How wonderful
Is my Saviour·s love for me

When with the ransomed in glory
His face I at last shall see
It will be my joy through the ages
To sing of His love for me


A little background music for your party! How wonderful! How marvelous! Is our Savior's love for......us!

Diane

Ms. Kathleen said...

Praise the Lord, Praise God, Praise Holy Spirit! Praise His Holy Name. God is so good, He is so wonderful and so marvelous.

I have tears of pure joy for you and your family!

"For they are fearfully and wonderfully made!"

Melissa said...

Hallelujah - our God is awesome!

Carole Burant said...

Oh Kristen, I'm just sitting here bawling...but from happiness:-) Oh my word, imagine having gone through all that worry for nothing!! Now you can relax and just enjoy being pregnant, knowing these two precious little girls are perfect in every way!!! God certainly did hear all our prayers. Big hugs to you my friend!!! xoxo

Sherry said...

Some great tears of joy going on here. That is SO wonderful. I can't imagine how you slept last night! Talk about a miracle:)!bre

Tina said...

Yay! Yay! Yay! Praise God!!!!!

Joanne said...

Congratulations! That is wonderful news. I hope your next six months (and beyond) are filled with joy.

someone else said...

Fabulous news! God is good.

Unknown said...

I woke up this morning and remembered this good news and felt so happy.

Mall Worker said...

Kristen, I am so very very happy and relieved for you. I cannot imagine the enormous weight that just got lifted from your shoulders!

Summer said...

I haven't commented much but have been reading your updates and I am over joyed with this miraculous news!!

Southern Girl said...

What miraculous news! I'm thrilled for you and your entire family!

Midlife Mom said...

YeeHaw!!!! I'm doing the happy dance!!!! Our God reigns!!!! I am so happy for your good news and will continue to pray for your little girls as they continue to develope and grow!!!! xoxox

Nancy said...

I'm in on your party and celebrating your great news. GOD IS GOOD! and so are all of those prayer warriors for "praying you through". Now that is a blessing indeed! I will continue my prayers for all of you!

Barb said...

I know this was probably the most difficult thing you've ever been through, and that's saying a lot, but I had that same sense of calm through all this waiting. I just had a good feeling about this, Kristen.

Hooray! Oh my, let the excitement over having healthy twin girls begin! I'm thrilled to death for all of you.

Unknown said...

Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful. Your news made my day! I am relieved and thrilled for you. Enjoy your continued celebration with your ever expanding family.

Erin
www.ExpectingExecutive.com

Baba said...

I have been on pins and needles waiting for your answer....Wow!!! Now we can all party and say a prayer of thankgiving....I am so happy for you and your girls.
Baba

Shana said...

Yay! That's so great! I hope the rest of your pregnancy goes smoothly!

mamatwoboys said...

AMEN!

Sema said...

What an answer to prayer. We are very happy and can't wait to see those precious little ones.God Bless you. You've been through A LOT these past few weeks, but like you said, God can't give you more than HE knows you are capable of handling. Praise God!

Kelli said...

yeah and amen! its the best best best news I've heard all week! GO GOD!!!!!

Anonymous said...

I don't comment alot=====
But I must say PRAISE THE LORD!!!!!
Our God is good.

me said...

that is amazing news!! I'm so happy for you and your family!!!!

Unknown said...

AWESOME news!! Congratulations on your healthy babies! :)

Amy said...

My heart leapt for joy as I read your wonderful news...GOD IS SOOOOO GOOD!!! Thank you for sharing your heart with us and letting us surround you in prayer. I will continue to pray for you and that the rest of your pregnancy is boring!!! haha

Maine Mom said...

That is great news, Kristen! I am celebrating with you!

lifeinsuburbia said...

I am beyond thrilled for you. 4 girls. What are you going to do?!

ChupieandJ'smama (Janeen) said...

OMG! Congratulations on your wonderful news!!!!! That's the best news I've heard in ages.

kpjara said...

What incredibly WONDERFUL, BLESSED news...though you're right, not too surprising knowing the God we serve and who loves us over and above human understanding.

Praise GOD!

Keep us posted on every little thing you want to...and sorry I arrived so late!

louann said...

I don't really remember how I came across your blog. But I have been reading it and now I feel guilty for never leaving a comment - at least. So here I am.
I am so happy to know that! He truly is a Lord of miracles.

Janice (5 Minutes for Mom) said...

i am all tingly with JOY and PRAISE!!! How beyond FANTASTIC!!!!!!!!!

Holly said...

Words cannot express how happy I am for you and your family. Congratulations!

Amy said...

Whoo hoo!!! This is the best news I've heard in days. I'm so happy for you!

Robin Green said...

So happy for you. I've been reading and praying for you. I am the mother of 11 year old twins--so you have been on my mind.

Chrissy said...

Praise God!!
(Cmommy at singalullaby.typepad)

2Forgetful said...

I'm so happy for you! We were told that my twins were at risk for Down's Syndrome and it was such a scary ride. I'll be praying for you and your family as you go through the rest of your twin pregnancy.

Just little ole me said...

What wonderful news!
While pregnant with my daughter (now 13)..they found 2 cysts on her brain at ultrasound. Usually an indication of some sort of birth defect (Cleft palate, missing limb, hole in heart, etc.) The u/s was 45 minutes long. I knew something was wrong. They scheduled me for an amnio after a consult with the geneticist.
At the amnio, one cyst was gone. The other cyst was reduced in size all in a week! When she was born, they had disappeared and was born perfectly healthy! It is said to occur in 1% of normal pregnancies. My luck!

Shera said...

Praise God!!!! We serve a very Awesome God! I am crying as I write this because I am so excited to hear this blessed news!

Congrats on the pregnancy and two more girls (I have many boys including a set of twins that are only 19 months - hmmmmm we could always pair them up LOL)!!!! I have zillions of girly names I never got to use soooooo.

Yes, you are in for a bit of a ride, the number of ultrasounds and dr appointments seems a bit crazy by the time you are done, but it is fun (challenging but fun) having twins.

I'll continue to pray for you and you're welcome to read my twin pregnancy journals over at Twin Journey. They are just my experience, but it may be fun to read another mom's twin pregnancy.