Milestone: GOING HOME!
Praise God for: Duvan is breastfeeding like a pro. His hearing tested out fine, his bloodsugar stabilized last night. His eyes are alert and taking in the world. He's healthy, lovely and perfect. A perfect gift from above.
James 1:17
Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow.
First of all, thank you so much for all the kind wishes and wonderful comments that's filled this page (and our hearts). There's room for more ;).
WOW, we've only been into this 3 days, but it's been amazing! There is so so much to learn, yet at the same time we feel like we can do this - it's nowhere as complicated as we thought it would be (I feel like I should clause everything with "Not yet, at least", but I'll refrain). Duvan cries when something is amiss, and so far we've been able to figure out what it was that was wrong every time. Take 10 minutes ago, he started crying, and I'm (that's Jan) is on monitor duty. So I go to the room, and follow Marésa's instructions on making sure that his arms are nicely tucked into the blankie with which he's swaddled. Tada, happy baby, I come back to the room, and get such a sense of accomplishment I daydream about it for another 10 minutes. Thank God for His hand that is upon us!
There are so many highlights today! While driving to the hospital, Jan reflected on the fact that this is probably the most important thing that he will do for a very long time. But then it occured to him that he will drive them back, which surely is of great importance. However, after this, he will carry him up to the apartment, introduce him to his new home, swaddle him, burp him, make Marésa comfortable, change his diaper, swaddle him, dress him, change his diaper, sooth him to sleep, burp him, change his diaper, take his pictures, etc. etc. At the blink of an eye, menial tasks are catapulted to the highest priority. We do it with a pride and honor that would put the King's musketeers to shame.
Duvan's bloodsugar was perfect throughout the night, so the pediatrician allowed us to go home. (Duvan's body was producing insulin for breaking down sugars he got from his Mommy until Thursday morning, when all that insulin started breaking down his own as well - so it takes a while before his body recognizes that it needs to lower the supply somewhat).
Anyhow, to business, the stuff that you're really here for. He's such a tall baby, we had a pretty hard time getting him to fit in the carseat! We had to re-adjust the seat to the second highest position so his head would fit :). Here Dad's trying to figure out where all the buckles should go.
The hat that we made him wear was a little snug, so it put a cute little frown on his forehead. :) There, all strapped in. Surprisingly, uncomfortable as it may look, he fell asleep as soon as we had him strapped in, and slept soundly until we took him out of the seat at home - a good 45 minutes later!
Now, look at the grace of God eminating from this woman. She is as graceful as ever, two days after giving birth to Duvan. That is the Lord's provision.
Dad's very excited he gets to keep this little one.
There's that hat-frown!
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We were surprised at home with a welcome poster from dear friends, Eric & Lis
While Marésa snuck in a nap, Jan had Duvan on his lap and stared at him for... o, for a long time.
You're probably thinking "Are they going to keep up posting so many pictures!?" Maybe.
He's so tiny in his crib, he looks a little lost. He slept like a rock for the whole afternoon!
Dear Jan & Maresa,
We praise God for His faithfulness to you and many answered prayers for the quick, safe delivery of Duvan to complete your family. Duvan is a precious child and the peace of God is seen all over him! May you be blessed with a quick time of adjustment to Duvan's time schedule. Enjoy him now as he will grow up all too quick. Love & peace to you all.
Posted by: Sue & Chuck Miller | September 29, 2003 01:12 PM
Jan and Maresa,
Congratulations and welcome Duvan!!!! What a beautiful son God has given into your care. He looks so happy and peaceful; so content to be a Boshoff. What a beautiful family you make. Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us; and the pictures are such an added pleasure. God bless you and lots of love, Carol
Posted by: Carol Deck | September 29, 2003 01:40 PM
Soos in `n oogwink is dit verby: 9 maande van wag en wonder??? En hierdie "wonder" het in `n ander WONDERDERLIKE WONDER oorgegaan:
DUVAN CHRISTOPH!!!!
En nou wil ons net sê:
BAIE GELUK PA JAN EN MA MARéSA MET JULLE PRAGTIGE SEUN!!!
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ONS VERWELKOM VIR DUVAN IN ONS 2 FAMILIES IN!!
HY IS ALREEDS 9 MAANDE LANK IN ONS HARTE, EN NOU NOG MEER, NOUDAT HY GEïNDENTIFISEER IS GISTER, OP 25 SEPTEMBER 2003.
Ons voel al klaar aan dat hy `n mannetjie gaan wees om mee rekening te hou en ons glo dat hy sy naam definitief gaan gestand doen!!
STERKTE VIR DIE TAAK WAT VOORLê!!!!!!
AL DIE EER AAN DIE HEMELSE SKEPPER!!!!!
MET LIEFDE,
PA EN MA EN OUMA EN MARIUS EN PATRIZIA
Vrydag, 26 September 7vm
Posted by: Oupa & Ouma van Tonder | September 30, 2003 01:54 AM
Dear Jan, Maresa, and Duvan,
Praise God for such a beautiful story of God's faithfulness to your family! Children are such an incredible gift, enjoy this time, it will go way to fast, only to be filled with more wonderful moments as you help Duvan go in the Lord. You are in our prayers. We cannot wait to meet this gift from God!
Love,
Jason & Michelle
Posted by: Michelle & Jason | September 30, 2003 10:51 AM
