Together Herron

Our little lady, we started your story  here .   Laurie Kate, your story began last Christmas. Your daddy and I were tickled to think about adding another little Herron to the bunch. We couldn't wait to start trying after your big brother turned one. We waited until May and miraculously your little life began. God breathed life into your precious soul just about eight months ago and our hearts were filled with such anticipation and joy!  Jude has no idea what is going on but, we've tried to prepare him by reading him a few books about a baby sister coming. He hasn't quite made the connection but he is going to love you. I'm sure he'll take extra good care of you once he realizes you're not a toy. Haha! I point to my belly and say, "what is this?" and he just tells me what color I'm wearing and says for example, "white bubble."  I've had a relatively pleasant pregnancy little girl, thank you. You've taken care of m...

I couldn't wait to get back home to these fine Florida ladies! God has placed some amazing women in my life in Tennessee and in Florida. It blows my mind that just a few short months ago, I didn't know most of these people yet here they are throwing me a shower?! I just don't have the words. My Cuban momma Mili and friends Mistie, Katie, and Kelsey put some serious hard work and love into this evening. I felt like we were having a slumber party!  We made some adorable bows, ate some INCREDIBLE hot spinach dip  (which satisfied such a strong craving), there was my all-time favorite William Sonoma hot chocolate, they prayed over me, we laughed, almost burnt the house down (seriously), and teared up over this new life. I'm just tickled that I get to hang out with these women and share life with them. They come from all corners of the world and speak straight to my heart. Thank you for being my friends, for speaking truth into my life, for telling me when I'm w...