I was doing some cleaning up earlier today and came across a CD that Georn and I were given towards the end of last year … it’s a Christian CD produced by Valley Vineyard international that they handout to all visitors … so whilst we were church s(hopping) and I was a good 7/8 months pregnant – we received this CD…
Anyway – it’s been lying at the bottom of a drawer probably since Daniel was born … out it came and WOW … I was once again reminded of the power of music. There was one specific song that I sang compulsively … ironically – I loved the beat but had no idea about the words … until today when i loaded it onto my PC and up popped the lyrics. It's all African and titled “MMOLOKI WARONA” (MY REDEEMER) and the chorus in Sotho translates goes : And I will stand tall in the trials and mountains of this life For you oh Lord are my strength and my shield.
I was so completely overwhelmed by the memories and emotions that the music evoked … vividly recalling the many moments that I was driving and singing the words to a song I didn’t understand – at the top of my voice – oftentimes – tears streaming down my face a the thought having Daniel in a just few weeks time AND not knowing! And in those moments – all that I had – was prayer!
As most of you know – it has been a whirlwind … with his feet, the colic, the skateboard and the sleepless nights – that I really haven’t had time to reflect – and maybe that’s a good thing – but today … well .. TODAY … NEED I SAY MORE!
His shoes are coming off in 2 weeks time and I am counting the days … I can’t wait to not have to dress him in adapted Elvis style babygro’s, I can’t wait to have him just sit on my lap, I can’t wait to feed him without having to maneuver this awkward steel structure … I think it’s probably the only reason that I have managed to persevere with the breastfeeding for as long as I have … JUST to be able to feed him comfortably and cuddle him close to me.
It has been a journey and a half and I just cannot fathom how the time has flown … and in the midst if it all, in the scarce moments that I have to actually think and reflect – I marvel! I wouldn’t wish my pregnancy on my worst enemy and too much reflection makes my heart ache at the memories – but all that I can sing and all that I can say is … “MMOLOKI WARONA” … on the wings of angels our prayers took flight!
Anyway – it’s been lying at the bottom of a drawer probably since Daniel was born … out it came and WOW … I was once again reminded of the power of music. There was one specific song that I sang compulsively … ironically – I loved the beat but had no idea about the words … until today when i loaded it onto my PC and up popped the lyrics. It's all African and titled “MMOLOKI WARONA” (MY REDEEMER) and the chorus in Sotho translates goes : And I will stand tall in the trials and mountains of this life For you oh Lord are my strength and my shield.
I was so completely overwhelmed by the memories and emotions that the music evoked … vividly recalling the many moments that I was driving and singing the words to a song I didn’t understand – at the top of my voice – oftentimes – tears streaming down my face a the thought having Daniel in a just few weeks time AND not knowing! And in those moments – all that I had – was prayer!
As most of you know – it has been a whirlwind … with his feet, the colic, the skateboard and the sleepless nights – that I really haven’t had time to reflect – and maybe that’s a good thing – but today … well .. TODAY … NEED I SAY MORE!
His shoes are coming off in 2 weeks time and I am counting the days … I can’t wait to not have to dress him in adapted Elvis style babygro’s, I can’t wait to have him just sit on my lap, I can’t wait to feed him without having to maneuver this awkward steel structure … I think it’s probably the only reason that I have managed to persevere with the breastfeeding for as long as I have … JUST to be able to feed him comfortably and cuddle him close to me.
It has been a journey and a half and I just cannot fathom how the time has flown … and in the midst if it all, in the scarce moments that I have to actually think and reflect – I marvel! I wouldn’t wish my pregnancy on my worst enemy and too much reflection makes my heart ache at the memories – but all that I can sing and all that I can say is … “MMOLOKI WARONA” … on the wings of angels our prayers took flight!
I used to be smaller than Pooh Bear!
If i can't suck it or chew it it's not worth having!
My perfect little feet! How lovely on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news. Isaiah 52:7
If i can't suck it or chew it it's not worth having!
My perfect little feet! How lovely on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news. Isaiah 52:7
Wrapping Dad's 40th Birthday presents - i tried to help mom but i eating the wrapping paper was much more fun!
