Hi Catherine. Your mom got to hold you yesterday. Here's the video. You were wide awake. Today, they let me hold you. You lost some water weight and your head is approaching a normal size for a baby. You were a little jittery. Every now and again, you'd tremble your arms and legs, like a shiver. Probably because you are coming of your pain medicine. We love you! We'll be away till tomorrow night, but you are in good hands.
Dad
ps-hey sweet girl! this is mommy-i wanted you to know that you're not really cross-eyed=) it just looks that way for a second because you're looking at my shirt!!! no worries my girl=) i love you so much and we are missing you while we're in richmond for today!! see you tomorrow my beautiful princess!!
Downsizing Update: Almost 5 Years Later
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one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen. thanks be to God.
She is so beautiful.
God is good.
Prayers and very positive thoughts to all of you.
Two beautiful and strong girls! Takes my breath away.
Love,
Tiffany
Wow! This brought tears to my eyes! I can't imagine how wonderful this must have felt for you after waiting for so long! She's beautiful! Our prayers continue for you guys!
Yay! I love you three so much!
What a beautiful baby...and such a happy mama! So happy for you all!
Absolutely precious! (Catherine is so stylish with her little pink bow!)
What a wonderful experience that must have been! Love the little bows in her hair. Precious.
I am so happy for you!!! It wonderful to see you holding her!!! I hope she continues improve and gets to come off the machines soon!!!!
I love seeing you as a mama, Maggie Kay. So sweet.
Katie and Donnie, I'm so happy! Kelly and I have learned so much from the three of you.
Catherine Marie, I'm so proud of you. I think about you all the time. I cant wait to hold you...I know that day is going to be one of my most favorite days EVER! I love you!
Ooooohhhh Katie! I am so happy for you! This is the day a mommy waits for, you have been so patient and devoted. Even as a Mom, I can only imagine the beating of your heart as the love poured over you both at this moment. You've waited so long. You and Donnie. I love you three. Congratulations Daddy Donnie on your finally holding your precious sweetie completely too, the protective arms of a father is something every daughter treasures. THANK YOU GOD! THANK YOU JESUS! Looking forward to the happy days ahead for you all.
With love and continuing prayers,
Aunt Kathy
P.S. She does not look crossed-eyed sweet Daddy, she's just sleepy eyed. (-;
Katie and donnie, catherine is one pretty girl, so beautiful to finally see katie hold her. God is amazing.
I wasn't able to play the video on my computer... but I "see" you all just the same! The beauty of your words bring every little detail into perfect focus. The energy and strength and emotion in each syllable is a river of love. I am so happy for the beauty in your lives today. And I can't wait to see the pink bow that everyone is talking about!
So happy all is going well - I am not able to get the video to play for some reason - I will just keep trying - I know it is a sight to see.
Debbie
:( The video is not working.
I am so glad you got to hold her!
Okay, I was able to watch it. Oh Katie, I am balling! I am so overwhelmed by the fact that you are holding her, she's ALIVE! PRAISE JESUS!
I love you! She looks like her daddy!
I'm not able to watch the video! Help anyone??
Ok, I saw the video! How amazing! What a beautiful miracle!!! Honey, are those cute little bows I see in Miss Catherine's hair? Oh I LOVE THEM!!!
Love you and so happy for you!!!!!!
Katie and Donnie, You cannot imagine what a blessing it is to take care of your sweet Catherine and get to share in the amazing Christ-centered love from you both (as well as your family). I am humbled by your faith and the way you are filtering everything about her progress through God's eyes. "He knows the plans He has for you....." Thank you for this opportunity. Elizabeth
Katie- I am praying for you..even though we have never met! My miracle from God came to us May 29, his name is Joseph. He was born with his esophagus not connected to his stomach, along with a couple other problems that required surgery.... BUT we serve a mighty God who used the NICU and many doctors to heal our baby. Today Joseph, and his twin Johnathan are beautiful, healty 1 year old boys. God performs miracles today. WE are praying for you and your family.
Thank you so much for sharing your faith and complete trust in God with all of us. It is such an inspiration! I remember when Colin was born and he was so very sick, I asked my dad,"Do you think he'll be okay?" and my dad said, "He's God's baby. He'll take care of him." So I say to you, Catherine is God's baby and He is taking care of her. Thank you for the priviledge of witnessing this miracle. She is warmed by a blanket of prayer and we continue to prayer for healing for Catherine and strength for the two of you. Love, Kemie Brown-Vansant
AMAZING!!!!!! We love yall!!
I am praying for all three of you, every day! God is AWESOME! And your baby girl is just beautiful.
Thank you for sharing this beautiful moment. So very sweet and tender :) Praise Jesus!
Katie...I have chills! That is a BEAUTIFUL moment! :) Still praying for ya'll!
What a beautiful video. We are still praying. We serve such a great and mighty God!
Katie,
There is nothing as precious as holding your baby, is there? I'm so glad you got to have that special time with Catherine finally & I hope & pray that you'll get to hold her as long as you want to, very soon! We love you & pray everyday for Catherine's progress!
Sara, Richard & Jack
Oh my gosh!!! I am SOOOO very happy for you! I can't imagine the joy that must be in your heart when you're holding her....and she looks right at home in your arms! She is of course beautiful and her chubby little cheeks are so cute! God is amazing! Praise Him! Praise Him! Praise Him!!! Lots of love to both Mommy and Daddy and Baby!
Such a beautiful site! So great to see the progress of Catherine. God be with you all.
This brought tears to my eyes. Bless you all. Your daughter is a beautiful, amazing little girl. She continues to inspire all that hear her story...
Best,
Audrey
What a beautiful Blessing and what a miracle. May God continue to bless your wonderful family.
hi katie,
we were in a beth moore study together years ago and emilie shared your beautiful story with me...i have been keeping up and praying so much for your precious catherine. your faith and strength has touched my heart deeply! God's glory is unfolding day by day and it is a beautiful sight!
blessings,
ivy collins
Oh what perfection resting in your own arms! Thanks for letting us see:)
She's exquisite...just an angel. I follow your blog and pray for you always.
Hugs to baby Catherine. :-)
Oh! I saw the video, I saw beautiful Catherine, I saw the pink and purple bows! I'm in LOVE!
What a wonderful witness you all are to God's love. We continue to hold all of you up in prayer.
Hi Katie and Donnie:
Anne Purcell shared your blog with me shortly after Catherine was born. I have been keeping up with Catherine's progress and praying for her. I too have a newborn daughter - she was born on 8/14, so your story truly wrenches my heart. I am praying hard for you and believe and trust the Lord for his continuing work of healing in little Catherine! With so much love for you all in Christ,
Brooke Hammel
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