a couple of weeks ago, kristi and i found out that we are pregnant with baby #2! obviously, this is incredible news and we are immensely excited. we had intended to keep it under wraps for a while, but our plans have changed a little.
tuesday night, we ran into some complications that were obviously not a good sign, so we called the doctor and they advised that we go to the emergency room. at the er, they ran tests to confirm that kristi was healthy (thankfully), and then did an ultrasound and several tests to check on the status of our baby. most of the tests were inconclusive, so they spoke to the ob doctor who asked that we come in to his office first thing wednesday morning. yesterday, the ob ran a few more tests and did another ultrasound. he seemed optimistic, but at this point, they can't tell us much.
according to our doctor, we are in what is termed a "threatened miscarriage". essentially, the odds are 50/50 on whether or not we have a healthy baby. unfortunately, it is too early to detect a heartbeat. right now there is simply no way to tell whether or not the baby is in fact healthy or if kristi has miscarried. the only thing we can do is wait and do another ultrasound in a couple of weeks. by then, we will either clearly hear a heartbeat and see signs of growth, or we will see the signs of loss.
so... now we wait. as you might expect, it has been a pretty emotional 36 hours, but we have hope! we serve an amazing God. we have hope that God will allow this baby to be healthy, and we are believing that he will continue to breathe life into our new child. we have no reason to believe otherwise. as we wait, we would greatly appreciate your prayers. pray that kristi would remain healthy. pray that God would allow this baby to grow and continue to have life. pray that we would have peace as we walk through these next couple of weeks of waiting.
thank you all for your prayers. i will post updates as often as i have them.
Jake - prayers from Asheville for health. Tina
Posted by: Tina Harkey | January 22, 2009 at 09:19 AM
Love you guys and are praying for you and the precious little one...
Posted by: Helen | January 22, 2009 at 09:20 AM
Praying for you guys...all FOUR of you! Excited for this little miracle. Sorry for the scare and wait you are having to go through. Thankful that God is in control and He will be glorified!
Posted by: Julie Ross | January 22, 2009 at 09:47 AM
Please keep us posted. We will continue to pray for all of you.
Posted by: Ben | January 22, 2009 at 09:53 AM
We've been through this same scenario. Remember, God's plan isn't always for us to understand. But every trial is meant to increase our faith. He is sovereign. I'll pray for peace and "joy in all things" for you and your family.
Posted by: Jimmy Smith | January 22, 2009 at 10:20 AM
praying for and standing with you guys.
"for the LORD is good; his steadfast love endures forever, and his faithfulness to all generations." psalm 100:5
Posted by: jay hardwick | January 22, 2009 at 10:36 AM
Dear Jake and Kristi,
Danny and I have been there where you are. When Josh was 6 to 8 weeks along we had problems. We turn to God. We went before or church and they anointed me with oil and we formally gave our baby back to God. From that moment on our fears where released, we knew God had Josh in the palm of HIS hand. I remember telling God that "This is your child, you are the beginner of life and would you please protect him." As you know how wonderful our God is, Josh is alive and well in Columbia. There have been other times when we have tried to take control back from God and then we would give him back to God. It's nothing magical, but it was important for us to give Josh back to God before he was born. We will be praying for you all and keeping up with your blog. With love in God:
Posted by: Jama Miley | January 22, 2009 at 10:48 AM
Wow. Definitely praying for you guys.
Posted by: brent(inWorship) | January 22, 2009 at 01:11 PM
Praying for all three of you. Miss you guys.
Posted by: Greg | January 22, 2009 at 01:40 PM
been praying, jake. will continue to.
Posted by: andrea | January 22, 2009 at 05:17 PM
Jake,
We've been through both: a miscarriage and healthy delivery. I know those anxious, scary moments as the ultrasound approaches. Just a phone call away if you need us.
Tank
Posted by: scott | January 22, 2009 at 06:16 PM
Jake - my family is in prayer mode for your beautiful family. Having gone through difficult times with Caleb, during pregnancy and for a long time after his birth, I can relate to the fears, hopes and prayers that you are living with right now. Please put it in GOD's hands and know that he has it all worked out. Much love from the Arms family. Please don't hesitate to call on us for anything!
Posted by: Sara Arms | January 22, 2009 at 06:25 PM
tina, helen, julie, ben, jimmy, jay, jama, brent, greg, andrea, tank, and sara... thanks for taking a few moments to leave a comment. i can't tell you how much we appreciate your prayers and encouragement! it means more than you know.
and to everyone else who has called, texted, emailed, sent messages through facebook and twitter... thank you all so, so much. our family is so appreciative of your prayers and support.
Posted by: Jake Miller | January 22, 2009 at 11:08 PM
We'll pray for you guys RIGHT NOW JAKE!!! God will take care of you guys for sure!!!
Steve Keyes
Posted by: Steve Keyes | January 23, 2009 at 08:07 PM
Were praying for you guys and this little miracle.
Posted by: Karen Hampton | January 26, 2009 at 11:56 AM
steve & karen... thank you guys. we appreciate the prayers more than you know.
Posted by: Jake Miller | January 26, 2009 at 01:15 PM
Today is a big day for you. You are in my heart and I'm thinking only good things.
Posted by: MoDLin | January 30, 2009 at 04:02 PM