Sunday, October 4, 2009

Funny thing about lightning...

just in case you were wondering...

"A popular myth is that lightning cannot strike the same place twice, but nothing could be further from the truth. Lightning does, can and will strike the same exact place more than once. It doesn't have a memory, and if an object has been struck once, it is no less likely to be struck a second time. How about the Empire State Building in New York city which gets struck by lightning about 25 times each year. Even Roy Sullivan was struck by lightning 7 times!" (from weatherimagery.com)

Well, Roy, I am going to give you a run for it! When asked about having more children I have been known to say "lightning doesn't strike the same place twice." I had to go with that mentality for my own sanity. I didn't want my mind to "go there" and then feel that disappointment when years go by and it's not happening. I've been there. I've done that. Didn't like the view. I have three beautiful children and I felt so blessed to have Sara as a special gift to our family and I almost felt selfish when it came to the thought of having more children. I guess what I have learned is that our Heavenly Father never "runs out" of miracles for us and for those that we love. I have also gained an even stronger testimony that the Lord's will is much more powerful than anything that science can prove. (even when you are told that you will "never" be able to conceive a child on your own) HE is the creator of ALL and it is in HIS control. So if you haven't caught on yet...our next little bundle of energy is due at end of April.

19 comments:

  1. OMG!!! Congratulations! Are you feeling OK?

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  2. Tina and Steve.. We are so excited for you, hope all goes well.
    Tammi

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  3. That is so exciting!!! I am way happy for you guy's!

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  4. CONGRATS!!! We love miracles in the form of babies!

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  5. I knew it wouldn't be long! So happy the cat is out of the bag! I have wanted to post it on FB for a week now!! We have known brown haired Bryson would be along anytime now!! Congrats guys! T- you don't even have to stress bout a car now! Love you.

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  6. Congrats Goates Family!!! and just when you think you've got enough on your plate, the Lord always has another serving ready for ya!! I'm so excited for you guys and this new addition--please know I'm here for you and want to help w/ whatever I can :) I hope you are feeling well!

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  7. You're hilarious! Can't wait to see the new little one. Congratulations!!!!

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  8. No one wants to assume but I could feel that one coming and couldn't be happier for you!!! We all want another little Goates baby to just stare at and adore!! Hope you are doing ok...let me know if I can help I'm available for ya!!

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  9. Yeah...I don't have to be quiet anymore....I am so excited for you. I can hardly stand it. You guys make the cutest kids ever. It would be a shame for you to not have lots more. I just love you all. YEAH!!!

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  10. Okay, I am crying. And I have the chills. And I have way too much to say to you so I am going to call instead. We love you guys so much and you deserve every blessing in the world.

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  11. Congratulations! I am so happy for you and your little family! Enjoy every bit of these kiddos!!!

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  12. Congrats!!! I can't believe number 4. That is so crazy!!

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  13. Yay!! So excited for you and your family! Good thing you have the van!

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  14. Wow - I'm really behind, but congratulations!! I'm so happy for you guys. :) Lots of babies coming to the extended Goates family this coming year. What a blessing!

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  15. You know how people say it's all the same after 3 kids? Those people are liars. TOTALLY not the same. :o)

    Congratulations!

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  16. This was so clever! Congratulations! How amazing is Heavenly Father? I'm so, so excited for all of you!

    Love, Nicole

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  17. HOW EXCITING!!! i am soo happy for you guys! that is soo great! soo darling! I LOVE your cute post about it! i feel bad about my NON post about my pregnancy! and how i am due in april as well! ;O) YAY! love you sweetie! CONGRATS!

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  18. So I am so late on reading this post but if you are still reading past post comments, I'M SO FREAKING EXCITED FOR YOU!!!!! Seriously excited! You are such a phenomenal woman with a fabulous family-I miss you. Congratulations on proving your doctors wrong.

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