...we had our third daughter. My husband and I got saved after our 2nd daughter was born. Melissa was our first child to be born to Christian parents :o) Right before I found out that I was pregnant with her, the Lord called me to quit my job and stay at home with my girls. It was difficult at first; but only because of my mindset at the time. I really thought that you had to have 2 incomes to be able to live and I wouldn't be pulling my fair share if I quit.
When the Lord called me to be at home, I was the bread winner. I had a great paying job at a utility company, full benefits package, etc. My husband was helping someone get his business off the ground making children's furniture (bunk beds, dressers, etc). It was something he loved, but it didn't pay hardly anything, no insurance either. The Lord spoke to us both and made it clear on what I was to do. I said, "Lord, we can't afford it! I am pregnant and I am the one who carries the health insurance." and then went to my employer to discuss my options. They actually created a part-time position for me! 2 days per week, same benefits. GREAT!
But, the Lord said to quit, not go part time. I was so sick with this pregnancy, more than the 2 before. Broken blood vessels in my throat from being sick. I was so sick that I could barely make it into work those 2 days per week. My husband said that we just need to take a step of faith and just do it. If this is what he has called us to do, then we need to obey. I finally listened and quit. Three weeks later, my husband landed a driving job for 7up, excellent pay, insurance that started the day he started-it covered the remainder of my pregnancy.
I have NEVER regretted it since then. I have been a SAHM for 10 years and my sweet Melissa is 10 today. I completely fell in love with her the moment she was born. We never found out what we were having. Anyone who has children of only one sex knows the questions that come with each pregnancy: "Are you trying for a boy (or girl if you have all boys)?" Are you kidding? No, I am not having numerous children just to get a boy. I am accepting these precious gifts from God to raise for His glory. Someone actually said to me, "wow, it's cool to see you so excited since you had another girl." How sad. I was very excited because I had a new gift.
Wow, I didn't mean to get this long. So many things in my spiritual life happened before/during/ after my Melissa was born. I pray she feels honored, not just today, but everyday! Happy birthday sweetie!
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