Jase has been really sad this week, spending a lot of his awake time fussy and only taking 20 minute naps. With BJ out of town for the week and little relief from the crying day or night, I have been feeling very tired, physically and emotionally. Tonight after all the girls were in bed, I was holding Jase as he screamed. I was unable to console him, so I just sat on the couch and rocked him as he cried. Exhausted, I started praying that somehow Jase would be comforted and that he would be able to sleep. The crying woke little Brighton up and she came to snuggle by us on the couch. After a few minutes, she started quietly singing "weenter, weenter, witter tar" (twinkle, twinkle, little star). Immediately, his cry became less frantic and he calmed down enough to hear her sweet voice. Soon, he fell asleep. Though this was just a small thing, it was a miracle to me. Through Brighton, I felt the love that my Heavenly Father has for me. He is aware of me.
Well, hopefully this memory will sustain me through the night. Jase is crying again....
Thursday, January 17, 2008
mini miracle...
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Awww Mindy! I wish I could help you! Jared was out of town for 6 days with a business trip and then a hunting trip. I decided that I would go absolutely insane by myself so I went to Mom and Dad's. I guess if Kennady wasn't in school you could've done that too. I'm so glad I went!
Anyway, I hope Jase gets happier for you soon. I've heard the 3 months is the end of colic, but that's still a long time. You might try turning on some static on the radio (loudly if need be). That seemed to help G when he was a fussy baby and helped B on our long drive to and from Thatcher.
Love you! Thanks for sharing that sweet story. I love little Brighton and the love she has for "her buddy" :)
Mindy- I totally feel your pain. Hunter (my oldest) was the same way. Playing Enya music consoled him every time. I used it in the car and had it at my disposal inside too. But it was almost instant relief every time. Maybe that might help.
Sweet little Brighton! I'm so happy for your little miracle. As moms we need all we can get!
have you tried sleeping him on his tummy? he might sleep longer.
Every day this week we had to do major things outside the home; Dr. appt, errands, grocery shopping, etc. It seems like any day that we have to go out, he has a hard time. Then, today we stayed home all day and he has been pretty happy. So, maybe I just need to stay home.
I do lay him on his tummy sometimes. He hates it and gets so mad, but if I can get him to fall asleep that way, he will sleep a little longer than normal. I did get a good night's sleep last night (my first good night since BJ left), so I am feeling much better today.
Thanks girls for the concern and advice!
Mindy, I am so sorry.... I can't even imagine being alone with 4 kiddos. Britton was also very colicy and cried non-stop for the first two months of his life. I was starting to think that anyone with more than one child was completely insane or a saint! You are definitley in the saint category!
I took Britt to Bret a few times and that totally helped him. I know I tried tons of stuff, but just magically one day he turned into the happiest kid! I hope that dat comes soon for you!!!
That sweet story of Brighton made me cry for you. What a sweet spirit she brings to your family. I am so glad that we have a Father who is always aware of us in moments like these!
What a sweet story of Brighton! It's so hard to be on your own with 4 kids especially when one of them doesn't feel good...sending prayers yoru way, Min.
That is the cutest story! I wish I could just snuggle with that screaming baby! Someday I'll get to meet him!
Both of my girls did the same thing! I can so feel your pain! I hope he grows out of it soon! There is nithing like the third or fourth night in a row with no crying...when you realize it isn't just a good night...that they are getting better!
Until then, just keep praying for little miracles and try running water and vacuum cleaners! Both noises worked for us a little!
Mindy~
What a sweet story! It's amazing the way that Heavenly Father answers our prayers! Isn't it fitting that Brighton was able to bring peace and calm to Jase. What a special, spiritual experience. It made me cry!
Love,
Ranee
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