It's been 6 weeks since Emmanuel came into our world. We chose the name Emmanuel because it means "God with us." We know that God has given us the responsibility to raise this child in a way that honors Him. In order to do that, we must constantly remind ourselves that God is ever present and always "with us." After extensive thought and prayer, his dad chose the nickname "Lil' E" (just joking...he chose that name because he likes it!)
The past 6 weeks have brought lots and lots of visitors, a ton of meals from our church family, and more dirty diapers than I can count. (I must also admit that I've been peed on more than I ever thought possible.) And, the lack of sleep that one gets by pulling an all-nighter in college or grad school does not come close to comparing to the sleep deprivation that we are currently experiencing.
We've had some amazing help from visitors over the past 6 weeks.
Carmen's mom came for the first 3 weeks after Emmanuel was born...
Then, we packed up our car and headed to DC (not the brightest idea with a 4 week old who eats every two hours) to visit with Carmen's brother who was coaching at the Washington Redskins Training Camp. 
Carmen's friend from high school, Julia, flew in for a weekend visit with Lil' E. **When Julia and I were together changing Emmanuel in the bathroom, about 3 women asked which one of us was his mom! ** If you haven't noticed...he's a little lighter than me. 
Eli's mom visited Emmanuel when he was 5 weeks old.
And now...it's Happy 6th Week Birthday to Lil' E!Each day we are learning something new about him...and just when we think we know something about this little guy...it changes. What we do know for a fact is that he has his daddy's lips...his mom's feet...and a whole lot of personality.
Thanks for taking this journey with us and Lil' E. I will try to update this blog either once or twice a week. Please pray for sleep for us!
Carmen & Eli - yay!!! Emmanuel is more beautiful than I could have even imagined him! Such a blessed extension of the two of you! I miss you both dearly. It's been way too long but I'm glad I am able to get a small glimpse of your life through this blog. I have to thank Natalie for forwarding me the blog address. Greetings, well wishes and prayers from your long lost brother in Philadelphia - "Jeremy"
ReplyDeleteI'm lovin' it! I'll be your most faithful reader! Thanks for taking the time to keep us updated! Eli is cute cute. Hope you gusy start to get more sleep soon. Man, those first few months are hard! And here I am about to do it again! love you!
ReplyDeleteopps. I meant to say Emmanuel is cute. You are cute too Eli.
ReplyDeleteCarmen and Eli - I LOVE your blog. I haven't visited in a few weeks; all of the new pictures have truly made my day! I love his smile! Congrats, again! Have a nice weekend!
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