Learning

Last night, after a conversation with my sister-in-law, I had to think about why it is that certain things seem to repeat themselves. I really feel like Henry and I are in almost the same situation we were in about a year ago, with the only difference that we're not losing a baby this time, but hopefully adding one healthy little girl. But other than that the set-up seems pretty darn similar. Did we not learn what we needed to last year? Just now though, I think we did - and it'll help us survive and be fine.

We learned to lean on friends and family. We learned to have faith, and especially faith in the power of prayer. We've learned more about communication and specific goal setting. We've learned that sufficient rest is crucial during these times. I've learned that I can be ok with things, no matter the out-come. We've learned that we're very loved, and extremely supported. We've learned that there can be happy endings, even when you feel like all that's ahead is hopelessness.

I think we've learned a lot last time. Now we get a chance to apply it. I'd be ok without that opportunity, but I guess part of what we also have to learn is that life just happens. Sometimes it's great, sometimes it's tiring, sometimes it's hard, and sometimes it's everything at once.