The hymn we chose to sing over Hardy’s life is “Come Thou Fount” because of the line about raising an Ebenezer as a reminder of God’s faithfulness in bringing us Hardy. However, as I sing this hymn to him each night, I’ve lately been touched by the final line “Here’s my heart, Lord, take and seal it. Seal it for Thy courts above.” My entire life I’ve sung this line, as I’m sure most people have, as an offering of myself to God. But as I sing this while rocking my baby, I realize that what I am singing about in that moment is Hardy. I’ve heard it said that being a mother is like watching your heart walk around outside of your body. I couldn’t agree more. So, now as a mother as I offer my “heart” to the Lord in that final line, I am really offering Hardy (and Mack). My two little hearts walking around outside of my body. “Take them, Lord! Take them and seal them for your courts above!” It’s an offering and a plea all at once. Happy 9 months, Hardy, 1/2 of my heart! We love you and look forward to the day when you will join us as we sing!
