Heavy

Thank you for all of your prayers...they were heard and felt.  Heavy was born at 9:27pm (oct. 3).  One of Peter and Chelsea's prayers was they would be able to hold their little boy, alive, and that little Peter and Maria would get to meet their brother.  This was answered.  As they held him, they knew that he was broken and not meant for this world.  At 9:45, Heavy's spirit left this world to join his heavenly father. 

There was a holy time of loved ones getting to meet and spend time with Heavy.  There was a mix of tears, hugs, photos, Peter and Maria playing (especially with the buttons and levers on Chelsea's bed :)  ) and peace.  But most of all, LOVE.

It was obvious that Peter and Chelsea could feel your prayers for peace.  somewhat surprisingly, they shared that they felt thankful.  Here are a few of their prayers that were answered.  The labor went as well as it could have (although drugs were used to induce the labor, she did not have to have any other additional drugs).  That they were able to hold Heavy for 15 min. while he was alive.  All of the grandparents,and Uncle Paps were able to be there, meet him, and hold him.

A blessing was offered by our Pastor, reminding us all that Heavy's body is no longer broken; and in Heavy's short life he has taught us so much.  Jesus' victory over death gives us the hope to endure the pain and loss of Heavy, and reminds us that we will be reunited with Heavy some day.

Thank you again for all of your love, support and prayers.  Continue to lift our precious friends up in the days, weeks, and months to follow.  We will let you know other ways to support them in the near future.

with much love for our dear friends,
Ben and Jes