It breaks my heart to share that we found out on Friday that our baby died. I went for my regular 4 week check up (I was 17 weeks pregnant) and we discovered that there was no heartbeat. As you can imagine, the last several days have been very difficult. On Tuesday, I was admitted to the hospital to induce labor. After 12 hours of labor our little David was born. He was beautiful and looked just like his daddy :) As much as our hearts grieve our loss, we have been thoroughly overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support from our friends, family and our church. Know we love you and are so grateful that the Lord has blessed us with you!
Know that the LORD is so GOOD and has never left us for even one minute. He truly is our Rock Eternal.
Below is an email that Robert sent to his friends at Pure Life Ministries yesterday after we got home from the hospital...I wanted to share it with you as well.
Love you all,
Luci
David Christoffer Nicholson
Born in Heaven: On or before December 5th, 2008
Born on Earth: December 9th 9:47 PM
Length: 6.9 in
Weight: 2 oz
Yesterday was the longest, most gut-wrenching day we ever had, yet God provided so much sweetness in the sorrow. Our baby was so precious. We got to hold little David and say goodbye. It was a blessing to have that closure, although we will doubtless continue grieving. Today we came home from the hospital and rested. Please continue to pray for Luci's recovery, both physical and emotional.
I wanted to share why we picked the name we did. Earlier this year we attended a class on biblical prophecy at a local church. On the last day of the class, the staff prayed over each of us individually. As soon as they laid hands on Luci, the baby leapt in her womb over and over again. It was as if he was already in tune with the Spirit of God and felt His presence. Yesterday, shortly after he was born I thought of the story of King David leaping and dancing in the presence of the Lord before the Ark. We also chose the Swedish (my heritage) spelling for "Christopher". We felt Christ - offer was so meaningful. We know our baby is with Jesus and we will see him some day.
"I shall go to him, but he will not return to me" -2 Samuel 12:23
Know that we do not grieve as those who have no hope. The God of all Comfort is with us.
God Bless,
Rob and Luci
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Love you guys... so teary and sorrowful for the loss of David Christoffer. I know this is so unexpected for your family, and I will continue to be in prayer for your physical and emotional healing... for yourselves and for your boys. I know it this has been a long and weary week for you all.
You said yourselves perfectly, and I pray this would be true of me in a situation like this.... that we do not grieve as those who have no hope. I pray that you can continue to trust Him to fully heal you here, until one day you can meet with your son again.
Love you guys so much.
Sorry, the deletion was me. I accidentally posted twice :)
Ohh, my heart is to moved and touched my both of you as a couple. I took out my ruler tonight. I measured the inches. I immediately wept. I'm so grieving for the loss, yet so thankful that David Christoffer has Christ driven parents who know how to give him right back to our Saviour in peace. I pray for your grieving. I love you both..greatly.
Much love,
A
My dear Luci,
My heart is so heavy for you....from the moment I heard, my thoughts and prayers have been lifting up for you and for your family.
I can't imagine the depth of your hurt, but I know that Jesus does -- and that as you wrap your arms around HIM, and lay your head against His chest, you will feel the constant beat of His love and comfort and hope for you.
God bless you tenderly Luci...I am here for you whenever you are ready to talk and pray.
love,
Toni
Rob and Luci,
I'm visiting your site. Very sorry for your loss of your little boy. I'll be praying that God heals your heart and gives you peace.
Jennifer
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