Materpiece

"Before you had a name

or opened up your eyes,

or anyone could recognize your face."

"You were being formed,

so delicate in size.

Secluded in God's safe and hidden place."

"With your little tiny hands,

and little tiny feet,

and little eyes that shimmer like a pearl.

"He breathed in you a song,

and to make it all complete.

He brought the masterpiece into the world."

Look at that little heart beating! What a blessing to bring children into this world. I have the special treat of being able to watch, listen, and talk with my first bundle of joy, while the second one kicks around and keeps on growing! I am forever thankful for one healthy little girl, and one healthy little peanut on the way.

It is truly a miracle -- the gift of life.

(lyrics from Sandi Patty's "You are a Masterpiece")