Thursday, August 13, 2009

More Pics of My Baby Girl

The night nurse made Reese this little name card. All the details mean so much to us.

Last night during one of our little "mother~daughter" chats. ; )

Isn't this pink bow the cutest thing? It's glued to her head!

This morning we did a photo shoot with Reese and used this pink blanket under her. So precious.

I think she looks like Jason. ; )



90 comments:

Mandy said...

My amazing sister...you are the strongest person I know. The Lord is using YOU as HIS witness right now. I love you more than you will ever know. I am the older sister, but YOU, my dear, are the stronger one by far. PRAYING CONSTANTLY.

The Lewis Family said...

I found your blog through Julee Turner and I just wanted to let you know that my family is praying for your sweet baby girl. She is GORGEOUS!

duchess said...

Sending prayers for your precious family from SC.

ashley said...

Along with Mandy, I am praying constantly day and night - the Lord's strength in you is amazing. THANK YOU for pictures. I'm loving the bow - she's just beautiful.

Laura said...

My thoughts and prayer are with all of y'all!

For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

Jeremiah 29:11

Rebecca said...

Found your blog through the Kelly's Korner blog and wanted to let you know I am praying for you and your family. Your daughter is beautiful! As a new mom myself, I can't imagine the immensely difficult time you are going through, but One who does is the One who hasn't left your side since the beginning. Praying that God grants wisdom to Reese's medical team, peace and perseverence to you and your husband, and resiliance, comfort, and healing to your sweet baby girl.

Anne said...

I found your blog through Kelly's Korner and am praying for baby Reese! She is prescious!

Leslie said...

Your sweet baby girl is the most beautiful baby in the world. Amazing is one of many words that come to mind when I think of you. I am praying for all of you and what a witness you already are to so many. I am truly inspired by you. Reese is such a powerful and important little girl. Thank you for having such strength to be able to share pictures of her. Praying...

Karen At Home Blog said...

She is just precious. Congratulations!!!

Angie said...

Katie,
She is SO precious!!! I love the bow, so cute!! I am praying for you and your family.
Take care,
Angie

Rebecca (Sam's wife) said...

katie-this is su's friend. I am so sorry that all this is happening, but you are so strong(su says this all the time about you and it is true!) reese is beautiful and these pictures brought tears to my eyes. thinking about your precious family...

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Rebekah said...

Katie. I just wanted to tell you that our family is on our knees for you guys! I can't even begin to imagine what you are going through right now. Know that we send our love and we are praying without ceasing. She is so beautiful.

Morgan said...

She is beautiful. Barry and I love you and are on our knees for your family.

Natalie said...

Precious, just precious! She is just a beautiful baby girl! I am praying for you all.

Kimberly said...

I found your blog through Kelly's Korner, and just wanted to comment and say that your daughter is beautiful, and I love the new pictures (and being a southern girl, I love the bow!). Praying for you in TX..

Lauren said...

I am a friend of Mandy's from KD. I have been praying so much for precious Baby Reese and for your family. She is just beautiful :)

Brei said...

Found your blog when you were sick this summer through Kelly Stamps' blog. What a beautiful, beautiful girl little Reese is! Praying for you and your sweet family.

Katie said...

Katie, she is so precious! So sweet and petite! :o) I am still praying all the time for each of y'all and for a team of ministering angels to be at Baby Reese's bedside. Sweet, blessed Baby Reese... :o)

Brian and Rachel said...

I just wanted you to know that we are praying and will be praying. Reese is beautiful. She is your special angel. You are a true testimony to me and to so many. Mandy is right. God is going to bring good out of all of this!

Follow The Stepps said...

Hello sweet family,
I know am a stranger, but I have been praying for your family and for your beautiful daughter Reese ever since Kelly at Kelly's Korner Blog asked us to pray for you guys. Please know my husband and family have been storming the gates of heaven with prayer for sweet Reese and for your family.
Praying in NC,
Kelly

Chic Runner said...

She is gorgeous! I found your blog through some Jenna and I will be in prayer for your family and for baby Reese in these upcoming days!

Leigh Ann said...

Katie, I pray for you every time I think of you (which is A LOT)! I love these pictures of Reese. She is so beautiful!

jennypilgrim said...

You are in my prayers. Your daughter is gorgeous! Just remember that God is with you every step of the way and he will not leave you ever. Along with my prayers, I am sending you a big hug!

Beth said...

Oh, Katie! She's just beautiful! I think my favorite is the one of Jason holding her. Sending you hugs (Faber was supposed to give you one from me!) and praying without ceasing!! Love you!

Mer said...

Dearest Katie...I'm with Mandy too...you are the strongest person I know. You are my "scripture sister"...every card I've ever received from you has a verse on it for me. I wish I had kept them all to write them back to you, but you know what I know...they are written on your heart as you have diligently studied God's word for so many years. Let Him heal you with His words.....I know you don't feel as strong as you are, but He is going to sustain you. I'm praying constantly. Love you love you love you.

Wendy said...

Oh, Katie, Reese is so beautiful! I am praying for you all! I am so touched and humbled by the faith you are showing through this. God is being glorified through you in a truly amazing way. Love you! Wendy (Elliott) Aebi

Melissa said...

Katie, I agree with Mandy, God is using you as His witness. Reese is absolutely beautiful and is so blessed to have such a strong and faithful mommy. Katie, you will be an inspiration to others in the same situation. Hudson and I are praying for you and Jason and your entire family!

Love,
Melissa Pope

3LittleByrds said...

Precious, precious. Continuing to pray for your family.

Sara said...

Just wanted to send prayers from Texas! I read about you and baby Reese from Kelly's Korner and I will continue to pray for Reese and your family! God Bless you!

Linds said...

We're still praying! Reese is beautiful, and I agree with you-- she does look ALOT like Jason.

G.B. said...

You and your sweet baby girl have been in my prayers...on my heart...and in my mind for the past two days. Please know that this southern girl is praying for you..for your family...for the doctors...and for Reese. God bless...she is beautiful!!

Adventures on the Farm said...

Keeping you in ours prayers....the NICU is very dear to us and they do work miracles our little girl was there just 3 short months ago. Sending prayers and love across the miles

Anonymous said...

Found your blog through Kelly & Jenna...I am praying for ya'll! Your new bundle is of joy is beautiful!

Kara said...

Praying for your family! I found your blog through Kelly...Reese is beautiful!

Carry Grace said...

She is precious. I pray she has a speedy recovery.

The Proctors said...

I found your blog through Jenny & Todd, and wanted you to know that we are praying for your family. Reese is absolutely beautiful!

Anonymous said...

Congratulations! She is just beautiful! Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers from the shores of Perth, Western Australia

Jill said...

She is absolutely precious! Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl. You are all in my prayers.

rm said...

She's PERFECT! We are praying for you dear, sweet, friend. You have stood in the gap for so many. I hope you feel the Lord with you in a real and present way. Thank you for sharing. Love, Rebekah

rm said...

She's PERFECT! We are praying for you dear, sweet, friend. You have stood in the gap for so many. I hope you feel the Lord with you in a real and present way. Thank you for sharing. Love, Rebekah

Liz Goodman said...

Katie,
Your strength and committment to keep your eyes on Christ Jesus through this violent storm is such a witness to me. It is my true priveledge to know you and able to grow from you. May Almighty God hold you and Jason in the palm of His hand tonight and in the weeks to come. Thank you for introducing us to your angel baby girl!

All of my love and prayers,
Liz Goodman

Cari said...

Katie, she is as beautiful as you! Praying for sweet baby Reese!!!!!!!!!!

Todd and Courtney said...

She is so so beautiful. What a gorgeous little baby!

Amanda said...

I came over from Kelly's blog. Reece is just precious...a beautiful little girl. From my own personal NICU experiences I know it is tough but remember God is with you through it all. Will be praying for all of you.

Heather said...

Katie!

We Love you and are praying Constantly for your Family this week! She is Beautiful!!!

Paige and Jon Erickson said...

Katie,
She is absolutely precious! You, Reese, and your enitre family are in my prayers!
Paige (McGee) Erickson

Sarah Suzy said...

found you through Kellys Korner. We're praying for all of you! Reese is beautiful.

Taylor said...

She is absolutely beautiful!! I'm praying for you guys!!

Colleen said...

I just learned of your baby and found your blog through Kelly. I feel I am reliving the praying that I did for precious Harper. Know that many are praying for your darling Reese. She is so beautiful!

Melinda said...

"When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. For I am the LORD, your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior ..."

Isaiah 43:2-3


Praying for your family tonight.

Mrs. Shelton said...

I found your blog through Kelly's Korner. I also read your blog when you were in the hospital and have been praying for you since then. Your daughter is absolutely beautiful! I am sending my prayers!

Superchikk said...

Such a precious little girl. And I'm glad the nurses are taking good care of ya'll!

We are lifting you, Jason, Zach, Reese, and your family up to the Lord and will continue to do so.

Susy said...

Thank you for sharing her with us. She is beautiful. Thinking of you tonight and sending prayers to heaven, and in the days and weeks to come.

dreamwyvr311 said...

Katie -- I'm one of Mandy's KD sisters, and wanted to let you know I am in prayer for you, Jason, and Reese often throughout the day. I've got a "miracle baby" of my own, and will continue praying God give you guys peace and strength through all that comes your way. She is beautiful -- truly "Fearfully and wonderfully made." Thank you for sharing her with us. In prayer, Kristin

readergirl1228 said...

Katie, Although we've never met, I feel like I know you somewhat; Meredith has kept me posted on your illness and recovery this summer, and now on what you and your family are facing with Reese. She is a beautiful baby, and the sweet pictures you have posted are evidence of the love you have for her. I am so sorry for everything you are going through. You and Jason are in our prayers.

Jill said...

I'm friends with Jenny & Todd and have been praying for your sweet family like crazy. Reese is absolutely beautiful.

Sherri said...

Katie,
She is so adorable. I am here from Kelly's Korner and I just wanted you to know that I have been praying for your sweet family. May all of these prayers lift you up.

Brittany said...

Katie, Reese is absolutely beautiful. My heart is breaking for your sweet family as you are enduring something no one should ever, ever have to. May God hold you up with his mighty grip and give you the comfort and strength you need. He will get you through today, tomorrow, and forevermore.

Cheryl said...

She is beautiful! You guys are in my prayers! Love from Texas.

sweethomealagirl said...

I've been keeping up with you for a while now, but I've not commented until Reese's birth. I am so very sorry that y'all are having to walk thru this valley, but I know the God of peace & comfort is walking right beside you. Y'all are in my prayers.

Rebecca said...

Katie and Jason, our hearts are breaking for you both as you are walking through one of the toughest valleys. We are praying for you and thinking of you during these days! Reese is precious, perfect, and beautiful! I love how you have chats with her and take so many pictures, you will always cherish them.

I know you don't need another story of someone elses pain and loss, just know that we are keenly aware of the pain you feel in your hearts. Please feel free to email me if you want to. rebeccamutz@gmail.com

Hold her until you hurt, until you have her memory written on your heart. Smell her and kiss her often, tell her stories, and put socks or hats on her. Just enjoy her.

Praying constantly,
Rebecca (Rainey) Mutz
(I grew up in LR)

Heather said...

Hi Katie, I came over from Kelly's blog and just wanted to say that I am praying for you. I don't know you but my heart aches for you and your family. Praying for the Lord to comfort you and asking Him to heal your little girl. Lifting you up....

Teresa said...

We have not met, and likely never will...I am an out-of-state friend of the Swain's. I have been praying for you and your family and wish you all the comfort our Heavenly Father offers each of us.

Kate said...

we found your blog through kellys korner and wanted to let you know we are sending strong prayers your way.

Jeremy and Melissa said...

Katie,
Baby Reese is absolutely beautiful. I have been and will continue praying for you and your family.
Love,
Melissa Banks Wolfe

Unknown said...

Dear Katie,

I'm praying Ps. 34 for you, especially verses 18-19.

You are a beautiful, radiant picture of God's grace, as is your sweet baby girl.

I love you,
Miss B.

rindie09 said...

I found your blog through Kelly's Korner. I am praying for you and your sweet family. I can't imagine what you are going through, but I'm thankful that we serve an awesome, loving, compassionate God. Know that you are being lifted up in prayer as you go through this valley.

Kim said...

Rowe Family,
I have read about your baby girl and I am praying for your family to have strength during this difficult time.
Sending thoughts and prayers from Illinois.
Kim Darnell

Pamela said...

Just stopping by again tonight to let you know i put another prayer in for you!

Love my 2 BoYs! said...

hi there.... from kellys korner and just wanted to say i am praying also!!

Jenna said...

Katie, you and your whole family are in my constant thoughts and prayers. You are greatly loved!!

Michelle said...

What a beautiful baby girl! Your family is covered in my prayers.

Angie said...
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Joni said...

Katie,
You are such a strong person. You are a great example for others. I am lifting you, baby Reese, and your family up in my prayers all day long. I love Reese's pink bow. She is so beautiful. She has such an awesome mommy!
Love and prayers,
Joni

Angie said...

Reese is just adorable. So sweet. I am praying earnestly from MN. My heart is breaking for you, I know this pain all to well and I am so sorry. I am praying for your strength and for your family.

In Him,
Angie

Hilary said...

I am praying for your family. May God wrap you in his arms and give you comfort. A blog friend of Shannon's and Kelly's.
Gods Blessings, Hilary

Mandy said...

I found your blog a few months ago and have been praying for your family. Reese is absolutely precious!! I am praying that God will wrap his arms around you guys tonight and for the days, weeks, and months to come.

Kimber-Leigh said...

Katie,
Reese is absolutely beautiful. What a precious gift children are. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm thankful that you know that our Lord is sovereign, and I am praying that He would uphold you with strength and peace that only He can give.

love,
Kimber-Leigh Simpkins Drown

MMM said...

She's perfect. The pink bow is the sweetest thing. Praying right now in NYC for your family.

Kate's Mommy said...

praying for your family and sweet Reese...she is beautiful beyond words, but I know that you are well aware of that. God Bless.

Jessie said...

Katie, the Lord has used you to minister to me throughout my life, and He continues to use you now. You are a precious sister in Christ and His grace is evident in you. Chris and I are praying God's strength, comfort and peace over you and your precious family.

Diane said...

Katie, my heart is broken beyond words for you and Jason. Know that we have been praying for you and we love you. I know her wings are beautiful, and she will be a wonderful angel for us all. :)

Stephen said...

Jason and Katie, we are and have been and will continue to lift you and your precious family up to our great God and King. Our hearts are with you and we love you guys!

the martins--and many others praying around the country for you guys!

In This Wonderful Life said...

praying for you guys!

jennypilgrim said...

Jesus loves his little children. I am sure that Jesus is cradling Reese in his arms and rocking her. You are in my prayers.

Big hugs to you!!!!!!

Shermanators said...

She's beautiful! I cried as I read that post...I'm praying for you guys!

Angela said...

And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus...Phil. 4:7
I am lifting you and your family up in prayer.

Wearing Mascara said...

I just found your blog through Kelly's Korner and my heart is breaking. You have such an amazing outlook - my thoughts are with you and your family.

Anonymous said...

I have thought often of you and your family these past couple of days. My heart breaks for you and your loss. May God comfort you in the days to come.

 
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