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Labor has finally begun, at least last night. Several heavy contractions, water’s broken (it broke before but resealed). No contractions really so far since getting up this am, but that was normal last time. Midwife thinks it may happen tonight. Please continue to pray for us to have a safe, complication-free home birth and speedy, complication free recovery (more for the sake of the children). Thank you and may God bless you all abundantly!!!
Memorare (Prayer to Our Lady)
Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection, implored your help, or sought your intercession, was left unaided.
Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto you, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother. To you do I come, before you I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in your mercy, hear and answer me. Amen