Our son has a name!
Samson August West
While some people choose to keep their baby's gender or name a surprise from themselves and/or others, we chose very early on that we would be sharing all the good news as it came. Honestly, it's been very difficult for me to believe we're pregnant (a little less difficult now that Samson's been squirming, punching & kicking regularly). It's been such an important part of our bonding with this sweet little babe, to know who he is, to call him by his name & to pray for him as a person.
His name is so special to us and has such significant meaning.
Samson means "sun," in Hebrew. We picked it because of the biblical story of Samson. His parent's struggled with infertility until God chose them to be Samson's parents. God blessed Samson with infinite strength, but he was ultimately consumed by his human nature. Samson's final act was one of obedience though, and he asked God to grant him strength one last time to fulfill his purpose. To us, Samson means that God is faithful, merciful, and just.
August, is the German form of the latin name Augustus, and means venerated. To be revered, exalted, respected, adored, honored. This name is so special to us for a very personal reason, but I also think it speaks volumes even on a superficial basis. Then sun of our lives will be respected, honored and adored... like every good and perfect gift from above should be.
My heart is so full to know that in a few months a little boy will come home with us and make us parents. God's timing is perfect and we feel so honored that he has chosen this moment and this child for us.
Cash is making sure all of Samson's toys stay safe until he gets here ;)
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