His name
ByIt happened, just like one would think it could only happen on TV or in daydreams.
On Sunday, the four of us, Brian, Anna, Noah and I had gone out to lunch, something we do not do very often at all. Brian and I had purchased a baby name book the day before, I had gone through it and picked out the names that I loved or maybe even liked.
The details are so daunting, I can remember Anna, our seven year old, pointing to Noah and saying “do you love this name.” A name I had approached both of them with, separately, earlier in the day. He replied with an enthusiastic “YES!” She asked Brian and I the same question.
I looked at Brian and said “is this his name?” And he said “yes!” The kids celebrated “THE BABY FINALLY HAS A NAME!” and I quickly covered my face with my hands to hide the tears that were stinging my eyes. Brian laughed at me.
It reminded me of when we found out he was a HE. It was just us.
It reminded me of how LOVED this boy is, that these four people were celebrating this day, his NAME day, a day that is etched in our hearts forever and I do believe that when this baby is born, this baby with this PERFECT name, he will know nothing other than love which already makes me the happiest person on this planet.
I just keep thinking about Sunday and how excited we all were at his name. What’s it going to be like with his presence? With him actually in our arms?
{please don’t be upset, but we are going to keep the name private for now…until he’s born…only 7.5 more weeks!}
OK, I’m upset… but I’ll get over it!!!!! (Actually, wonderful gift to your baby boy!!!!) xo!
Oh my!! I cannot believe you are only 7.5 weeks away from meeting that boy. It feels like you just announced your pregnancy. Holy cow!! Naming our daughters was so hard. We debated their names forever. What a nice name story your little boy has.
That is such a beautiful story! I had a very strong, distinct experience when I discovered my 3rd daughter’s name. It is still so meaningful to me!
Sweet with a capital S! Destiny
My husband and I felt similar in naming each of our boys. It was just kind of a magic moment. (Minus our younger son’s middle name. That was difficult…. very.)
Beautiful post!
Isn’t it just Awesome how God’s plan is unfolding! Great story!
So exciting!! Happy day for ya’ll!!
Quite frankly I think it is your business and your precious “name” to hold on to. It’s not “our business” really. In other words…I love that your holding on to it. It’s totally sweet!
I am so excited for you. I remember how difficult it was to come up with the names for the twins. I think it may have been the most difficult part of the pregnancy but when you hear the “perfect” name…you just know.
Congrats. Looking forward to hearing what it is
The suspense is killing me, well not really, but I’m so excited for all of you. This pregnancy of yours has gone by very quickly for me. Can’t wait for the reveal!
I have to admit I am envious! We are 5.5 weeks away from meeting baby #3, and like baby #1 and #2, we have yet to decide on a name! And to top it we do not know the sex!
But congrats on deciding, you will never forget that moment!
I think it’s great that you’re keeping his name secret until he’s born. What fun!
BTW, I’ve been thinking a lot about you over the last week, because of the loss you experienced this time last year. AND I know your birthday is coming right up. (Who will serenade you THIS year?) So, happy early birthday, too.