Baby on the way...

I was reading the Bible this morning and had revelation in Phillipians. I realized momentarily that with the news of a baby coming on facebook there was no chance I was writing about it on my blog today. (Save it for another day). My husband and I have been married almost a year... We found out a week and a half ago that we're having a baby. I had my suspicion, but a test and then a doctor confirmed.
I am full of emotion at the prospect of baring a child. I have always wanted to be a mother and have a big family (and I am 25 about time to get going). But this particular timing wasn't planned, nor was it a surprise. I am torn between true joy and fright. I have trusted God with the seasons of my life and He has never failed me. Now I am learning to trust Him with a whole other life, one that grows inside me. My husband and I are overjoyed that we've been given the honor of being parents. But I am sobered that a life long journey has just begun. Birthdays, family vacations, graduations, recital, games, education, awaits. More than that, the equipping and teaching of a little person about everything in life from how to wash hair, to how the eat veggies, to how to be kind to others. I know I will fail. I know I know I will fall short. But, by the grace of God I hope to be an encouraging mother who hopes for the world in her kids and supports them to reach the stars! I hope to be a beacon of love. I will love the name, mother.