Stronger

Joshua had so much fun today.  He got to snuggle with Dad for 2 hours in the morning and with Mom for 2 hours in the afternoon.  He just loves that!  Almost as much as we do!  They say that extra touch helps him grow, and I believe it.  I was so excited because I think I saw a double chin.  He's starting to fatten up a little, and I love it!  I just called in, and he didn't gain or lose any weight since yesterday, so he's still hanging out in the "2 lb and change" range, 2 lb 15 oz.  Maybe tomorrow he'll hit 3 lbs.

I haven't been feeling overwhelmed since last week, but tonight when I got in the car, the song playing on the radio hit me with such a great message of encouragement.  It's "Stronger" by Mandisa (from American Idol).  Check out the video or read the lyrics below.  If you ever go through a tough time, keep it in mind. 

Stronger

Hey, heard you were up all night
Thinking about how your world ain't right
And you wonder if things will ever get better
And you're asking why is it always raining on you
When all you want is just a little good news
Instead of standing there stuck out in the weather

Oh, don't hang your head
It's gonna end
God's right there
Even if it's hard to see Him
I promise you that He still cares

When the waves are taking you under
Hold on just a little bit longer
He knows that this is gonna make you stronger, stronger
The pain ain't gonna last forever
And things can only get better
Believe me
This is gonna make you stronger
Gonna make you stronger, stronger, stronger
Believe me, this is gonna make you ...

Try and do the best you can
Hold on and let Him hold your hand
And go on and fall into the arms of Jesus
Oh, lift your head it's gonna end
God's right there
Even when you just can't feel Him
I promise you that He still cares

'Cause if He started this work in your life
He will be faithful to complete it
If only you believe it
He knows how much it hurts
And I'm sure that He's gonna help you get through this
When the waves are taking you under
Hold on just a little bit longer
He knows that this is gonna make you stronger, stronger
The pain ain't gonna last forever
In time it's gonna get better
Believe me
This is gonna make you stronger