Their arrival surpassed expectations – how could they not change us, as we opened ourselves to new life? Yes, there were surprises. We never anticipated Caleb to be 1 in 68 affected by autism nor that Emma’s diagnosis would push us past statistical norms.
People tell us – I
could never do it. But yes
you could. Day by day…Life doesn’t come at us all at once. Jesus came also as a baby, growing up, upending expectations and Mary received him in time, letting him arrive day by day, until he filled the space she pondered large in her heart.
© 2016 – Laurel Archer
Photo Credit – Laurel Archer
Poetic form – Haibun
So profound and true, Laurel! (And what a beautiful photo! )
Thanks Violet. Emma was my Christmas baby, although politely waited. Caleb still does this little touch with his fingers — not on Emma’s head anymore, but on photos around the house. It’s fun to see the beginnings of little personalities.