. . . at 1:27 p.m. this little guy entered our world!
Not full-term like most babies. He came early, at 32 weeks, 6 days. 
But God’s hand was on him, and when he was born, someone called out, “4-12.” That can’t be his weight, I thought. I would be thrilled with anything over 3-8! But it was. An amazing four pounds, twelve ounces!
And I heard the smallest little cry–I heard him cry! I had been warned that I might not hear a cry–but God gave him strong and healthy (tiny) lungs, and he cried. Blessed sound. He didn’t even need oxygen.
For 23 days, he lived in the NICU–too young to suck a bottle or to hold his body temperature; needing stimulation when his heart rate drifted, when he forgot to breathe. 
When he came home, he was on caffeine and spent four months on the cardiorespiratory monitor until he grew out of the heart rate drifts and breathing irregularities.
But now? You look at him, and you would never know! He’s already a 20-lb. normal 1-year-old baby boy!
We named him Micah (“Who is like our God?!“).
So today I pause in humble gratitude for God’s goodness in my little man’s life. And I ask God to work another miracle–to draw Micah to Himself. That God’s glory would be seen throughout Micah’s life, just as clearly as we have seen it during his first year.
Thank you, Father!
Thank you for posting! I need a tissue. = ( I remember so clearly watching Mara that day, you calling from the hospital, & saying so calmly “I am headed to have a c-section”. God gave you the grace to deal with all the unknowns that would be heading your way! He has been so faithful!! Like you said, “look at him (micah) now”! Wow…what a year! It has sure flown by! Looking forward to see what God has in store for your “little man”. = ) I am thankful to be a part of your lives. Love you!
Melissa
Thanks for the post, Becky. A beautiful story of God’s grace & faithfulness. He has given you a gift of expression. May you always use it for Him.