I want to start my first post by thanking everyone for your prayers and support. There have been so many down times where we have been picked up by Jesus through your prayers. Please continue to pray for us as we continue this uncertain journey.
I have not posted until now....i guess for a few different reasons. I think mostly because I was scared because I am not a very good writer in combination with the common male trait of not being able to express or share my feelings, or maybe not wanting to......I'm working on that. Thankfully my wife is amazing at it, but if you have been reading this blog, then you already know this. I thank God every day for blessing me with Trisha as my wife.
I am so blessed to have such an strong, amazing, beautiful wife....she truly is my hero!
As you already know, we will finally get to meet our son face to face on Friday....I cant wait to see, hold, hug, kiss him. I am so very proud of Maxson, and December 5, 2008 (Max's first b-day), isn't even here yet. He is SO strong and been blowing the medical tests out of the water! I Love You Son.
I still dream and pray that I will one day get to teach Max how to kick a soccer ball, swing a bat, throw a football, fish, hunt and the list goes on and on, but I know that what I want isn't always the will of our Lord. However, I do find tremendous peace knowing that whatever happens, it is God's will, and God's will is ALWAYS right.
with love,
Dustin
49 comments:
Dustin and Trish,
I am praying.... I know the anticipation you must be feeling all too well. I know you must have received so much advice and all at this point, so other than telling you that I am praying, the only thing I will say is just be present. It will feel scary, uncertain, sad, and joyful all at the same time; but just be present. You will be so glad...
~ Stacy
Praying for each of you as you prepare to meet sweet Max. This is such a bittersweet time. I know it all too well. Though it will be sad, you will be blessed by this amazing little guy God has chosen for you. Praying for your hearts!
I am praying for you in every way I can think of, asking God to hold you in His mighty arms. I pray for peace all week and clarity of thought and memory on Friday and the days to come. I also pray that God will bless you with time with Max.
Dear Dustin,
I know that this isn't what you and your amazing wife had in mind when you found out you were expecting your first child. But the plans that are laid out for our lives are not always our own plans and the blessings we can find on these unexpected and sometimes unbelievably difficult journeys are beyond all imagination. You both love your precious son Maxson more because of this journey -not less! You now have an ability to savor life's small blessings in a way you never could have without Maxson having been entrusted to you both! You are touching other people's lives, near and far, known and unknown, through your journey. And you, typical guy, are learning to open your heart in a way that no one but your sweet Max could have taught you!
I am keeping all of you in my heart and in my prayers as you walk these last few days to the BIG day when you will both be able to hold and see and kiss and love all over your most deserving and wonderful son.
A warm hug,
Christena
Praying for you Dustin, as you prepare to meet your Max on Friday. I can't imagine what your heart must be going through but I am praying for the Lord to give you His amazing strength and peace so that you do not miss one precious moment of your baby's birth. May you have abundant time with him. Asking God to wrap you and Trisia tight in His loving arms as you meet Max together.
Many Prayers, Laurie in Ca.
Im praying for ya'll!! Give Max a kiss for me!!
May you enjoy your time with sweet Max, whether only a moment or a million moments.
God bless.
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dustin and Trish,
I am a newcomer to your blog, but I wanted to let you know that Max is being prayed for. I cannot imagine how difficult these next few days will be for you, but I pray that God will give you peace, understanding, and most of all, time with your sweet baby boy.
Here from Stacy's blog.
Lauren
I too am here from Stacy's blog and will pray for you and your family.
‘‘along unfamiliar paths I will guide them; I will turn the darkness into light before them and make the rough places smooth. These are the things I will do; I will not forsake them’ (Isaiah 42:16).
I just posted this to Stacy's blog. This was my devotion and I shared it with her and will share with you.
Stopping by to let you know you and your fa. mily are in my prayers. I know the journey you have taken all to well ... Our first daughter met Jesus before we got to meet her, at 32 weeks, due to Trisomy 18. May God bring you the peace, strength, and comfort He brought us through our journey with our sweet Hallie.
I am blown away by you guys! X.
I jumped over from Stacy's blog and just want you to know that I am praying for both of you and Max. I pray for healing but also for peace and that you may both have the time you need and want if it is God's will that Max be with him. I hope you don't mind if I continue to check in on you and I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers in the days and weeks to come.
I linked to your blog from Stacy's blog about Baby Isaac. I just read your story and wanted to let you know that you and your entire family (and of course Max) will be in my prayers. I will be hoping and praying for your miracle.
praying for you, daddy. Lifting you up to the throne room!! Looking forward to 'meeting' Max on here... thank you for sharing your heart and your life.
Love,
Kim in Seattle
i found you from stacy's blog....my thoughts and prayers are with you...
I am praying for you, Trish and Max.
Praying that you have time to love your son.
I'm praying for you. I found you from Stacy's blog. My love goes out to you.
You guys do not know me, but I found your blog through a friend. I will be praying so hard for your family this Friday and especially for sweet little Max. I delivered a triploidy syndrome baby (she had three of every chromosome) on 11-13-08...we were not suppose to have one second with our baby girl and the good Lord gave us a day! She was so beautiful but I completely understand your will to have time with Max. Keep your eyes turned on Jesus and he will lead you in the right direction. Good luck and I will get posted through your blog. Our stories are so similar and I feel your emotions!
Bethany
Sumrall, MS
Coming here from Stacy's blog...keeping your beautiful family in my prayers.
"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they will not overflow you....For I am the Lord your God, The Holy One of Israel, your Savior." Isaiah 43:2-3
Dustin and Trish,
I am new to your site - just coming to it today through Stacy's (Isaac)blog where I am a follower. I am sending many prayers to both of you...for comfort, for peace, for grace...enjoy this special time with sweet Max. I wish I could take the pain away.
I have not yet read your entire blog...but I will...but in reading your first post, Trish, one sentence spoke to my heart and was almost word for word what I felt almost 5 years ago. Your sentence - "I truly believed I had gone through the valley, as the fertility was very difficult but now I am learning that is not how God works."
I, too, have been through years of fertiliy treatments and was finally blessed with a twin pregnancy. Sadly and with no warning, I lost my precious Devin and Elizabeth at 22 weeks pregnant. I remember thinking "how can this be?" How could God let us go through the pain of wanting a child, only to give us 2, and then take them away. I still struggle with that question for myself, but also anytime I read of wonderful people like you and Dustin, Stacy and Spencer, Angie and Todd, The Mooney's...and so many others who have to feel this pain.
Know you are not alone. Holding you close.
Julie
Just wanted to let you know I am praying for your family. Max is one blessed baby boy to have the two of you as his parents.
Peace & Blessings!
Praying for you & your sweet boy!! With love~heidi
I'm also here through Stacy's blog. I've just read your story through streams of tears, and then went down on bended knees to pray. You will be in our family's prayers for the rest of our lives. I'm praying for a miracle on Friday, that Max will be home for Christmas, this year and 50 years from now.
I will be praying for your little family as you anticipate the birth of little Max. You little guy sounds strong I will pray that you will have some time to love and dote on your little guy for every precious minute, hour or day he is here. Stacy D 's advice was perfect. Soak it up, don't hold back and follow your instincts when it come to his treatment and comfort. Take lots of pictures...even if you may not think they would look perfect...you will want them later. I will be thinking about you Friday as I hold each of you up in prayer.
Dustin and Trish,
You don't know me- I found your blog through another site. I will be praying for peace and comfort for your family. Luke 1:37 says "Nothing is impossible with God." I also wanted to make you aware of nowilaymedowntosleep.org. This is a wonderful organization that provides photographers to take pictures of your sweet baby boy free of charge. Just wanted to let you know, I didn't find out until it was too late.
Dustin and Trish, Be encouraged about the 37th week delivery. I had two babies born at 36 weeks who did fine, without the need for oxygen. I know t18 adds alot of other problems and issues but he will do well.
My second daughter was born at 36 weeks when I went into Pre eclampsia and my kidneys were shutting down. She had some learning disabilities but was able to graduate cum laude from college as a special education teacher. God will give you the grace for the journey you are on!!! You will be in my thoughts and prayers this Friday!!! Birthday Day Louise Muir
Dustin & Trish,
Thank you for the comment on our blog. I'm so glad to meet you and to read about Maxson's story. You are in my prayers this week.
My prayer is that you will enjoy every moment with Maxson - in the womb and after his delivery. God is with you each step of the way.
We are excited to see his birthday pictures. God bless you both.
Blessings,
Kirsten
Just found your site from Stacy's(Isaac's mom)...
Father, I lift up Trish & Dustin to you. May they continue to feel Your presence & Your loving arms wrapped around them. I ask that You give them precious time with Max. Please keep Max free from physical pain & discomfort. I praise You for their precious son, Max, that You have made in Your image. Thank you for keeping Max safe in his mommy's womb. Give Trish, Dustin, Max, family, friends, doctors & nurses the courage, strength, wisdom & peace that only You can provide. We give You the Glory for this precious family that You have created. Amen.
Praying in Georgia...
We are praying for you in Texas.
Hugs,
Amanda
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you both. May you find the peace, that only HE can give.
Blessings,
Kaye
Matthew 21:22
Psalm 46:10
Praying for you...
Prays for all three of you from Wyoming!
I'm lifting you all up in prayer. I pray for time and for peace.
Coming from Stacy's blog...I will be praying for you and your precious son Max!
Came to you from Stacy's blog and will definitely be praying for little Max, his Mommy and Daddy, doctors and nurses, and all those that love him. I can't fully relate, I can't even come close, but I just wanted to let you know that one more person is praying and there can't be too many prayers. God Bless you and little Max forever.
Susan in Indiana
I found your blog through Julie and Noah Roberts' blog. They are friends of ours. We will be praying for all of you tomorrow. Take Care and God Bless.
--Kristin and Tony Claytor
Dustin and Trish,
I recently found your blog through Taylor's blog. I just wanted to let you know that we will also be praying for you guys. Know that you are so blessed to have been chosen to be the parents to your sweet Max! I pray that you find true joy and are able to enjoy all of the time you are given with your precious son. Praying for a miracle too!
Checked in hoping for an update, but I would guess that you're busy and sidetracked and praying. Please know that bunches of us are praying too. My words aren't beautiful, but God is hearing the cries of my heart on your behalf. Hugs!
Dustin and Trish -
I also found you thru Stacy's blog. I will be praying for you tomorrow as you meet sweet baby Max. This has not taken God by surprise and He will be right by your side during the birth. Praying for some special time for you all with Max.
Prayers and hugs to your family on Max's birthday from Indiana! May God bless you over and over for your faithfulness shining his light!
I am praying for you both & little Max. I follow Stacy Delisle's blog and found your blog on her site. Last Oct our baby boy was still born and he was diagnosed earlier with T18 as well. I've walked the path you are on and I pray that God will fill you with peace and strength. I pray that you will have time with Max. God bless you and be with you.
Praying for you as you prepare to meet your Mason tomorrow. Asking God for His peace that passes all understanding over both of you and your baby boy. Praying for lots of precious time to be with him, and for your hearts.
Laurie in Ca.
Praying for you tomorrow. Please know that we are all chearing on baby Max!
Praying for your family tomorrow morning!
- Shannon
Dustin and Trish:
I am a friend of Julie Roberts, Magdalena's mother, and I want you to know that you are all in my prayers. Please God, give Max strength and give them time as a family. Please let Max be comfortable and know the love of his sweet parents. God bless you all tomorrow!
Praying for you and sweet Max.
Jamie
Greensboro, NC
That is so sad. Your son is beautiful and I am praying for him and you. My mom (Kayleen Erdman) was one of your nurses during that struggle and she remembers everything!! She was so sad when she came home from the hospital that day. Almost in tears!! I am so sorry for your loss... Im praying...! He is in a good place and he loves you so much. :)
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