I remember buying a couple bags of lily bulbs at Costco last year, then I put them out of my mind.
The two that Ray cut and put in a vase on the kitchen table are perfuming the whole house. Walking through the yard wraps you in that heavenly fragrance.
I am "on call." My daughter could go into labor at any moment. There are signs it is coming. Who knows when? My job will be to pick up Sofia, whose bag, like her mother's, is also packed. She will stay here until we are called to come and meet her baby brother. She is excited, but I can tell she is a little worried too. It's a lot for a 3-year-old to comprehend. I feel a little anxious myself, and very protective of Sofia. Her world will change. I remember. I was also a first-born. I have a special baby doll to give her when the baby arrives. It is a little boy doll and I have been making baby accessories for it that roughly correspond to things her Mom will be using with the new baby. She has moved from the "baby room" to her new pink, big girl bedroom. I made a little wall decoration to hang over her bed. I photoed this in my studio. Imagine it on a bubblegum pink wall.
Friends are sending messages. "I hope the baby comes soon!" Soon is not my first wish. Healthy baby, easy birth. That is my mantra right now. He will come when he comes. It really isn't that hard to wait. We will just be here, ready, when he makes his move. Miracles can't be rushed.
You are such a wonderful grandmother. How nice that you made a banner for Sophia's new big girl room.
ReplyDeleteAnd, what a great idea to have a boy doll with the proper accessories.
Darn, I spelled Sofia's name wrong. It is a special name and I should get it right someday.
ReplyDelete... the babies always come out and your last sentence produced a serious lump in my throat!
ReplyDeleteLinda H.
Your lilies are wondrous, as are your photographs of them! I can smell their sweetness! Thank you. Ours bloomed a month ago and are just a fond memory these days.
ReplyDeleteWe too are expecting, but not until December. How is it that you and I share the exact same wedding anniversary but you are so far ahead of us in progeny? Lucky you!!! Anyway, I'm with you in wishing for a healthy baby brother for darling Sofia! You are a wonderful grandmother....so thoughtful for Sofia!
xo
I love Sofia's banner! I'm sure she'll do great at your house enjoying her special grandma time while her brother is being born. Best wishes for all the family that the birth goes well. :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful time for you all. So exciting! You are so right about the miracles.
ReplyDeleteI ahd lillies this year a s well but the heat took care of them in short order!!! THank you for sharing your beauties with us!!
ReplyDeleteYour banner for little Sofia is glorious and I am sure it looks fabulous in her new room!! Miracles cannot be rushed and all of your lives will be the richer for it!!! Very best wishes for all of yyou!! Sofia is so blessed to have such a wonderful grandmother!!!! Enjoy your special time with her!!!
Love to all.
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely things to do for Sofia -- welcoming her to the eldest child position in such a happy way. I bet she will love the baby doll and accessories! I will keep all of you in my thoughts!
ReplyDeleteI hope it all goes well when the little one arrives. With you to help her, I'm sure Sofia will adjust very well. But I'm the second child so I have no experience with that.
ReplyDeleteWhat ag reat idea to make Sofia a little boy doll. something for me to remember in the future. I'm glad your daughter is letting nature take it's course, and this little boy will come out when he's ready.
ReplyDeleteYou sound like such a great grandmother. When I had my second child I remember telling my daughter that it was her baby brother so she would have some ownership. Nature will take its course and yes, healthy baby (and mom) is what counts.
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