One of the neat things about blogging is that you can regularly see your analytics – what posts are most viewed, shared. What day of the week most people read, where they’re coming from, etc. It’s actually pretty cool (and something I used to obsess over – I rarely look at numbers these days).
Since November 15th, 2012, one of my TOP THREE most viewed posts has been this one. Titled, “Devastated.”
It still hurts…
It also pained me to write a second, very similar post last April 30th, 2013. Titled, “Devastated 2.”
When I tell you that Porter is a blessing, that he’s been WANTED and PRAYED FOR…I hope it makes sense.
This child…he’s my beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness.
delighted…lindsay
**Tomorrow I’ll have more pictures and in the days to come, a birth story! Thanks in advance for letting us settle in as a family of 5.**
Purelytwins says:
Beautiful!! Wish we could give you a big hug right now. So happy for you and your beautiful family!!
Brittany @ Delights and Delectables says:
Praise the Lord! My heart over flows!
Domi @ Eat, Pray, Lift says:
So, so, so happy for YOUR happiness. What an incredible blessing and beautiful story. Our God is so faithful. Soak it in, mama. <3
Heather says:
YAAAAYYYYY!!!!! Welcome to the world Porter Killian!! He is SO beautiful, Lindsay! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!
Katie @ Talk Less, Say More says:
SO freaking happy for you!!!
Laura @ Mommy Run Fast says:
It absolutely makes sense, my friend! Enjoy these first few days together!!
Becky says:
Damn girl, you look beautiful! Porter is beyond adorable! Congratulations!
Jamie @ Rise.Run.Mom.Repeat. says:
Woohoo! Welcome to the world, Porter!
And congratulations, Lindsay and family!
Meg @ A Dash of Meg says:
I am so happy for you and your fam! can’t wait for more updates<3
Kim @FITsique says:
Congratulations!!! He looks PERFECT!
Jess @ Blonde Ponytail says:
CONGRATS!! A beautiful blessing!
Christy@ My Dirt Road Anthem says:
Huge huge congrats!
Betsy says:
Congrats! So happy for you!
Jody - Fit at 56 says:
LOVE!!!!!!!!!!! Congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
janetha says:
yay! little dude!
Sara says:
Oh, Lindsay! I’m so happy for you and your “Party of Five.” ;) :) Congrats!!
Brittany L says:
Congrats!!!! So happy for you!
Ashley @ Coffee Cake and Cardio says:
He is a beautiful blessing! Congratulations to you all.
Annette@FitnessPerks says:
Ahhh I am SO SO happy for you!! <3 I love that Porter has joined your family! big hugs!! xo
Katie says:
So so happy for you!! Congrats :) You’re one beautiful mama!
Tamara says:
Beyond words and over the moon for you all! xo
Holly @ The Cooper Family says:
Family of FIVE!!! How incredible, Lindsay! God is GOOD. There is beauty in the midst of pain. Enjoy :)
Linz @ Itz Linz says:
LOVE! congrats! so happy for you, friend! xoxo
Alexandra says:
This just gave me the chills. I am SO SO happy for you! God is GOOD! I have been struggling with infertility for 2 1/2 years and posts like this help me to power thru and never give up! I know that God has a plan. Thanks for sharing :)
Suzi O says:
Oh, yes my love! I am crazy about my Josh for the very same reason. I am so delighted for you and Travis. Your lives as couple, and as parents, are a beautiful reflection of our Father’s great love for us. I pray your whole family will always be salt and light, for all you touch.
Katie @ Peace Love & Oats says:
So, so happy for you all!!!!
Deanna says:
Congratulations! I loved reading along throughout your pregnancy and am so glad he’s here!
Natalie @ Free Range Human says:
Congratulations! So happy for you and your family!
Krysten Siba Bishop (@darwinianfail) says:
SUCH a blessing and so so so happy for you and the whole family!!
Erin @ Girl Gone Veggie says:
He’s beautiful!! And I’m so happy you have such a joyful baby to celebrate after those two tragedies.
Abby @ BackAtSquareZero says:
Congrats, he is perfect. So sweet and handsome.
Krista @ Krista Mae's Healthy Ways says:
Congratulations!! You give me hope :)
Madeline @ Food Fitness and Family says:
JOY is written on your face! Congratulations!!
Emily says:
Overjoyed for you and the family. What a true blessing!! <3
Megan (The Lyons' Share) says:
He is adorable!! And you are so blessed! Enjoy this time as a new family!
Brittany @ run, read, repeat says:
Welcome to the world, Porter!!! :)
Danica @ It's Progression says:
I’m overjoyed for you. Congrats again!! What a beautiful gift.
Lee says:
So happy for you! He is perfect.
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says:
So very happy for you guys. I’ve said if before, you tow make some pretty babies! :)
Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says:
Congrats, Lindsay!!!
lindsay says:
i cannot wait. BLESSINGS indeed! He’s perfect. congrats mama
Caroline @ Fighting For Wellness says:
YAY- I’m so glad he’s here and you can hold him in your arms! Congratulations on the birth of your new baby; I hope the first hours and days together are truly wonderful.
amelia @i_heart_kale says:
I am so happy and delighted for you! Congratulations on the newest addition!! Family time > blog time, okay? You won’t get these days back. :) XOXO