Monday, January 18, 2010

Know

You know you've lost a baby when you pray you will be able to bring your next one home from the hospital. Few women know the pain of coming home empty-handed to a closet filled with newborn baby clothes ready to be worn, a baby book waiting to be filled in with all the "firsts," and a diaper bag filled with all the essentials that will not be used.

Thoughts like this probably never cross the mind of a mom who has never lost a baby and is pregnant. Why should they? They are against everything we feel in our hearts as moms. It's against everything normal. I never had thoughts like these before Reese was born.

My heart now is filled with so many desires and prayers. That next time I'll be able to walk out (or be wheeled out) of those hospital doors with a baby in my arms. Our third baby. GOD's baby. Wow. What a day! It gives me butterflies in my stomach and chills all over just thinking about this.

I also think about the moment the nurse places our next son or daughter in my arms. I remember with Zach and Reese. Now I look forward to this day with as much anticipation as I did our wedding day. I just don't think I'll ever let go. ; )

My mind continues to wonder about the main events of this day. Our third child's birthday. I think about when Jason and I will first hear his or her little (or hopefully loud) cry. Reese never made a sound, but what a shout her life made and continues to be.

I want this day to be filled with joy and praise, not worry or fear. Tears of happiness and not of despair. A day and a baby covered with prayer.

Only GOD knows the exact day, the hour, the minute, (and everything that may happen) but we are thrilled to announce our next baby should arrive in July.

WE ARE GOING TO HAVE ANOTHER BABY!!!!!

July 28th is my due date. One month before Reese's due date last year August 28th.

Is GOD good or what!?

Thank you thank you thank you, Jesus, for this gift of life. Laughter. Redemption.

Are you jumping up and down, crying tears of joy, and praising the LORD yet!?

I am. ; )

We're also holding our breath and clinging to hope. Here we go...

Be at rest once more, O my soul,
for the LORD has been good to you.

Psalm 116:7

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Lisa Stone said...

Congratulations!! What a wonderful blessing! Many many prayers for you and your beautiful family!

Michelle said...

CONGRATULATIONS! I'm crying some happy tears for you sweetie and I don't even know you! I'll keep you in my prayers! Here's to a peaceful pregnancy and a healthy bundle to come home with!!!!

Colleen said...

Oh Katie, how wonderful! Congratulations =)

NiCole said...

Although I don't know you, I feel like I do. I have been reading your blog for a while and have prayed for you and cried for you. I am beyond words to hear "read" that you are pregnant. I will pray for you and your family.

Laura and family said...

How amazing and wonderful! Congratulations and many blessings!

Jacy said...

May God bless you and your family with a healthy baby and may he calm all your fears. Congrats!

Unknown said...

I haven't commented before, but I have read your blog for a while. I am actually the Ritchie's neighbor. I am overjoyed for you! What a wonderful blessing! Amy

Laurie said...

Oh Katie...my heart is over-joyed for you & Jason! I have prayed for you since Jennifer Francis shared your story w/ me when Reese was born. I started following your blog then & your faith has been an inspiration! God is so faithful to give us exactly what we need when we need it & pour out those abundant blessings. May God continue to shower His blessings upon you & family!

Sunny said...

My eyes have welled up and I got that burning tingly feeling in my nose like before you cry. I cannot believe it. I'm so excited for you guys - WHAT A BLESSING! PRAISE YOU FATHER GOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Paige and Jon Erickson said...

Congraulations, Katie!!!!! That is such wonderful news...God IS good :)
Paige (McGee) Erickson

Brittany said...

Praise the Lord and Congratulations!

Mary said...

So very happy for you! God has certainly shown Himself through Reese and will continue to do so! A new baby fills us with hope right alongside you :)

Melinda said...

I have been reading here since little Reese was born and have prayed and wept many times over for you and your family. I am so thrilled for you all.

Melinda said...

I have been reading here since little Reese was born and have prayed and wept many times over for you and your family. I am so thrilled for you all.

Mario and Andrea Rodriguez said...

Congrats Katie - first time commenter long time reader! Of course our dear Baylor friend Melissa Banks Wolfe shared your blog when you got sick during your pregnancy. What a wonderful blessing to be pregnant again - God is good! Much love! - andrea wise rodriguez

Becca said...

Katie-I have been reading your blog since the spring. I have cried over your blog just praying and praying. I had to come out and say Congratulations. I have tears streaming down my face-what an incredible blessing. You are an incredible testimony to God's unending grace, love and perfect plan. I just found out I am pregnant and my due date is August 28. I think of you and Reese daily. Again-what a blessing-congrats!!

Becca said...

Praise Jesus! How wonderful it is to hear you shouting with joy! Bryan and I are so happy for you. :)

The Anderson Zoo said...

I don't know you but "stumbled" on to your blog. Yes. I am crying & am praying.

Sara said...

Tears of joy! I just lifted you up in prayer early this morning. It was about 1:00 am and I was up with my fussy baby and when he finally went back to sleep and I returned to bed, before I went back to sleep, I asked the Lord to bless you with another opportunity to snuggle a fussy baby in the middle of the night! God is soooo good! I will now continue my prayers for your healing, but also for a healthy pregnancy, delivery and baby!

Elizabeth said...

OH MY GOODNESS... God is so good and the bible says that He gives us the "desires of our heart." May the Lord richly bless this pregnancy. Looking forward to "sharing" this blessing via the blog world with ya'll!! May God comfort your hearts and minds as you continue to go through your journey of grief and joy! Prayers from Indy.

the bowlin family said...

Katie! I am so excited for you, Jason, and Zach!! I am crying and praying for you and the sweet little one that will soon be apart of your family!!!

Brandi said...

I have never met you and I am in tears thinking about this. I'm so overwhelmed with joy for you and your husband. That is so amazing. No child will ever replace your little Reese but I bet you all are so excited to meet this little one!

Tiffany said...

Katie,

I have never posted before, but I have been reading along for a while and just wanted to say Congratulations! There are a lot of days that I think of you and Reese and pray for you! My miracle baby was born on July 28th, 2009! What a blessing!

Tiffany

Tiffany said...

I have been follow your blog for a while and I am so happy for you and Jason.

In late August 2007 I lost a baby to a late miscarriage. In late July 2008 I brought a beautiful baby home from the hospital.

I hope you are blessed in the same way.

Janie said...

My heart is LEAPING with JOY! I love the post! My prayers are with you and your new baby! God is so loving to give us, Mommas who came home empty handed, a desire to have more children!
Our God is awesome! He is going to do wonderful things in this baby #3's life! May God's love and grace be with you and your family.

Maureen said...

Katie.

I don't think I have ever commented before but I have ben reading for quite a while. I am so happy for you and your husband. I have three children but suffered three losses so I have some sense of your emotions right now. Please know that you will be in my prayers.

Melissa said...

Congratulations Katie!!! God is indeed good!!!! You'll continue to be in my prayers.

Anonymous said...

So great!Wow! I was wondering while reading this if you were thinking about being ready or not. I just had this convo with my husband on Friday about us! It is still so scary to me! Praise God for his comfort and grace in your life! will be praying for you and this little precious 3rd child

Taylor said...

Oh. My. Gosh!!!!!! I have the goosebumps!! That is such exciting news and I will be praying praying praying for a safe and healthy pregnancy/baby!!!!!

bhauch said...

I so needed to read your post today. Congrats! We too are expecting a baby. I have had 2 late losses...A baby girl at 17 weeks and a baby girl at 20 weeks. No answers as to why. Now 2 years later I am 16 weeks pregnant today and praying everyday. Please Lord just one more day, just one more day. I will pray for one more day until I can hold him or her in my arms and they are looking up at me and then I will continue to ask for one more day to love and to hold and care for. Thank you for your blog... You are a strong women and I hope you know how many others you have touched! God Bless your family and your beautiful daughter Reese. Thank you again and Congrats!!!!!!!!!!

The Taffs said...

CONGRATULATIONS! I'm praying for you all the way!

Melanie said...

I am SOOOOOOOO happy for you & Jason! God is good, all of the time! I am crying tears of JOY with you! You will be in my prayers!
HUGS, Melanie

Renia Flaishans said...

OH MY GOODNESS, I AM SO EXCITED FOR YOU GUYS!! I am crying like a baby. I say prayers for you guys ALL the time but tonight I am going to bed saying LOTS of prayers for you! Prayers of thanks, prayers of comfort, and prayers for courage!! I cant wait to get more updates!!
Renia (Michigan)

Margaret said...

Congratulations!!! I will pray for you and your family, Katie! I have "stalked" you after discovering adorable Zach on Shannon's blog. :) You are such a testimony to me - you are always able to praise God in "the storm," and I am continually inspired by your faith. May God bless you with a healthy baby!!

Cori said...

Congratulations Katie! I am so thrilled for you and your family.

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Lea Ann said...

Praise GOD from whom ALL blessings flow!! How amazing! My husband and I will be praying for you in Nashville, TN and have been for a while. You have a beautiful family and I have been so blessed by reading your blog!

Erin said...

Eeeeek! Katie, since I first read about your pregnancy with Reese when you were about 6 months along, you have often on my mind and heart and I cannot express my joy for you and Jason. What a blessing! I hoped this day would come soon. I love you by the love of Christ!

Lindsey Kindy said...

I've been a blog lurked for several months now. I ound your blog through Jennifer Francis. She and I went to school together. Just want to say Congrats Katie! I've been praying for you and your family. July is a good month. We have 2 little boys with a July birthday. I'll be praying for you throughout your pregnancy.

Brei said...

How wonderful! Praying for you and your sweet babe and fam. So happy for you! How sweet our Jesus is!

Brian and Rachel said...

Just wanted you to know that we are rejoicing with you and praying that God will grant you this precious desire and give you a healthy baby! I have prayed for a long time that God would make you ready for baby #3 to be placed in your arms. God is good!

Casey said...

Oh, praise our good Lord!! I have never commented before but have cried with you. I have a 3 year old girl and a 7 month old baby boy and I have made sure to kiss them more and hold them a little tighter just for you! I am so happy for you and this new little baby growing inside you. I have a a very best friend that lost her baby on her due date. Went to the hospital thinking she was in labor only to have no heartbeat. I was there when she delivered and have never seen or felt so much pain. But three months later she got pregnant and had another beautiful, healthy baby boy exactly one year after the death of her first son. It was a wonderful but bittersweet day!! I will be praying for you! I have never lost a child but after that with my dear friend I never took my pregnancy or baby boy for granted b/c I knew how fast it could be gone. You are such an inspiration and witness!

Kari Beth said...

Katie, I AM CRYING TEARS OF JOY for you, Jason, and Zack! I am beyond excited for you! You will be in my prayers. Love you girl! Congratulations! What a blessing!

Kristen said...

This is my first comment here but I've been reading for awhile. My heart is overjoyed for you! I pray that you will have a happy and healthy pregnancy! Congratulations!

Anonymous said...

As I was reading this, a little voice told me to skip down and read the bottom to see if it said you were pregnant. So I did and tears filled my eyes! So happy for you. And yes, I did go back up and read it from start to finish. :) Wishing you all the best in the coming months! Our God is an Awesome God!

http://magnoliamom.com

TY MARLO MIA BO said...

I knew I wanted to pray specifically for this, and I'm beyond excited for you. Thank you for sharing this news :)
God Bless you ALL!

Anonymous said...

So I have to ask...did you know before your trip?

Shelley Webre said...

Katie,

I don't think I have ever commented on your blog but read it often to see how you are and to pray for you. I have cried many tears with you and prayed for peace in your heart. Your faith during your tough times losing Reese has been a real inspiration to me during some hard times of my own. I can't even tell you how happy I am for you about your new baby!!! I will keep your growing babe in my prayers and GOD IS GOOD!! Congratulations!!! Shelley in Florida

Anonymous said...

That is awesome!!!!! Congratulations to the whole family! I was reading the first paragraph, thinking "She's pregnant, she's pregnant!" So excited to watch (read about) this journey unfolding! :)

Kimberly said...

Katie
I am so excited for your family! Prayers overflowing from Australia to you! Keep us posted on EVERYTHING!
xoxo
Kimberly

Kimberly said...

God is SOOO good! Hugs and overflowing prayers to you and your family from Australia!

Jess said...

What a wonderful gift the Lord has blessed you with! Many congrats for He IS good!!!

Tina D said...

Katie!

Congratulations! I am so happy for YOU and your family. We will be praying for you and Baby Rowe every step of the way.

Love,
Tina D

Mindy Skains Independant Scentsy Consultant said...

Oh my gracious. I am so happy for you. GOD IS SO GOOD....
I pray that the Lord is with you and blesses this pregnancy.

come on little peanut grow big in mommy's tummy

Tina D said...

Katie,

I am so happy for YOU and your family!! We will be praying for you and Baby Rowe every step of the way!
God Is Good All The Time!!
Love,
Tina D

The B's said...

Oh Katie!!! I started the post and then scrolled down anticipating Good news, now I have to go back and read. PRAISE THE LORD!!! Praying that your pregnancy will be healthy and this little child the Lord has placed inside of you will grow strong!!!! Singing Praises with you!!!!

mommyof2sons said...

I am so excited for you!!! Congratulations! God is so good!!

Lindy said...

Congratulations, Katie!! I praise the Lord for this miracle!!

I have not commented before (I found you through Kelly's Korner) but could not pass up this opportunity.

Sallie said...

Oh Katie! You have no idea who I am...i usually don't comment, but i have bene following your journey since your sweet Reese went back to be with Jesus. I am more than excited for you and your sweet family! I pray major blessings for this next little one and that you will leave that hospital with a perfect and healthy baby this time! i'll be praying, girl! God is sooooooo good!!!!

Kristy said...

What wonderful, amazing news!!! Congratulations! What a beautiful blessing!!

Unknown said...

Wow - Praise God! I am so happy for you! I feel like I know you! I will be praying for you! I am so excited for you!

What wonderful news!

Kim

Southern Cinderella said...

Hey Katie, I have never commented before, but have read your blog for the past few months. I guess I didn't know what to say because I didn't know what you were going through, but I did pray for you and your family everyday! I am so excited about your good news! I will continue to pray for your family and your 3rd baby!! Congrats!

Sugar said...

Oh my word!! I've been following since Reese's birth and have never commented but pray often for you and Jason. What WONDERFUL news you're sharing today!!! GOD IS GREAT! I'm thrilled for you and will continue to pray for the health of Reese's baby brother or sister. God Bless!!

Amber said...

Congratulations! You don't know me but I read your blog and think of you often! I'll be thinking and praying for you and your pregnancy!

Bekah F. said...

God is so good! Praising Jesus with you tonight!

Summer said...

I am crying, I let out a squeal, I am sooo happy for you Katie! I am still crying while I write this! GOD is good! Tears of Joy, what a blessing! CONGRATULATIONS....You are always in my prayers and I pray for a very healthy baby....Oh how lucky he or she is going to be to have parents like ya'll!

P.S. when I started to read this post I just knew what you were about to say and I did the Happy dance around my computer room LOL....
Summer :0)

Jodi said...

Oh, Katie, my heart is overwhelmed with joy for you and your family! Congratulations! God IS so, so good! Prayers for a healthy pregnancy!

Gail said...

Katie,
Thank you again for sharing your journey with us all - so raw and transparent! Yes, I have tears of great joy and praise.
Congrats to you three!

newmanfamily said...

Many congratulations! Oh, what a blessing! Prayers for a happy, healthy pregnancy and baby!!
Lori

alexandrea said...

congratulations !!! May your pregnancy be blessed !!

whippetmom said...

Congratulations! I'm so happy for y'all! And will definitely keep you in my prayers!!

austie86 said...

Congratulations, Katie! I will be praying for you to have a happy, healthy pregnancy and for the day you get to bring home your happy, healthy baby! :)

Mer said...

Holy MOLY!!! 272 comments...how many more are praying for this sweet baby!!! Love it! So happy for ya'll:)

Ady said...

Oh Katie, I am so happy for you and your family. I will keep you and baby # 3 in my prayers. Congratulations!

Adrienne (Cali's mom)

Kendra said...

Congratulations! :o)

Kylie and crew. said...

Thank you Jesus!!!!

Susie said...

Oh Katie! I am rejoicing with you and praying for this new life!

Kaitlin said...

I, like many others who've commented, have been following your blog since Reese was born but have never commented. I have enjoyed following your story and seeing how you've completely put your faith in God alone to bring you through these past months. I am SO excited for your family to be able to rejoice in a new pregnancy...and a new season of life! I'll be praying for you as you await the arrival of your third child! Congratulations!!! I can't imagine how thrilled you must be!

Cherit said...

Congratulations Katie!!! I'm so happy for you. I too will be saying prayers for a healthy and safe pregnancy. God is good!

Katy Hill said...

God is so good! Congratulations, Katie!

waikikimum said...

Congratulations Katie! Sending good wishes your way from Australia. I have been reading your blog since Reese's birth and am amazed by your strengh!

Follow The Stepps said...

Yes I am crying and jumping up and down! Praise the Lord for HE is so AWESOME! Congratulations! I am so excited for you! We will be praying!
Kelly

Karen At Home Blog said...

Wow Katie, I am just so thrilled for you and your family. God is so good. I pray for a easy pregnancy for you and for it to fly by!!! Such a joy!

Karen

Vicky said...

Wow, when I read the beginning of your post I thought "oh awesome I think she's pregnant" and them I read down and it brought tears to my eyes. Congratulations and I hope everything goes well.

Team McShane said...

I have followed your blog for some time and have prayed for you and your family. Katie, I read the initial words of your post and it gave me chills. When I kept reading towards the end, I had to catch my breath. And then of course, I cried. I'm still wiping away tears as I post this way-too-long comment to let you know that I am thrilled for you!!! Congratulations on your little blessing! :)

Fabiola said...

You and Jason give me much more hope than you can ever imagine.

Thank you again for your unbreakable faith.

I send you a huge hug!!!!

Fabiola

Michelle said...

I am so thrilled for you. I have been following your blog for the few months since Reese was born. Please know that she touched the lives of so many you don't even know. Your strength, which shines through your admitted weaknesses, is such a testimony of faith. God bless you Katie and I will be praying for you and your new one to come. Enjoy this time and savor every moment.

Laura said...

This is such wonderful news! I admire your strength and courage. All the best....this is a lucky baby to have such a loving Mama. Take very good care of yourself...loving thoughts are with you!

JennP said...

i couldn't help but comment! Congratulations ! What a blessing :)

Kristin said...

YAY! I am SO happy for you! I will be lifting your whole family up in prayer, but especially you and this new baby! can't wait to follow this pregnancy!

Mrs. Chapman's 2nd Grade Class said...

Praise God! I will pray for a good and safe pregnancy and a very healthy baby! Congratulations!

Shelly said...

Awesome!! Congrats Katie!!!

Ani said...

What a blessing!

Unknown said...

Congratulations! So happy for you! :)

Danielle said...

Oh Katie and Jason how wonderful! Congratulations....I will continue to pray for your strength and recovery from your precious Reese and now I will pray for a healthy blessed pregnancy and a healthy baby. God is good and His timing is so great!

G.B. said...

I am jumping up and down and seriously! Congratulations! What a blessing for your family! I will praying for you!!!!

Anonymous said...

Praise the Lord Katie!!!! Ive been reading your blog for a long time but never left a comment, but I pray for you often and will contiue to do just that. CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Love, Reese Ray

Brooke said...

Katie, I found your blog through Kelly's Korner right around the time of Reese's birth. My eyes are filled with tears of joy for you right now. God is so good! I will be praying for you and your family in the coming months.

J said...

oh happy day!!! CONGRATS!!

Mimi Minton said...

God is sooo awesome! My eyes are filled with tears of joy for you and Jason! Wonderful news - thank you so much for sharing with all of us! Much love...Mimi

Boni Williamson said...

Katie,

I have been reading your blog now for a while. I am not sure I ever comment, but I do read. I check these every morning and this morning, I am crying. Tears of joy, hope and excitement for you as if we are the closest friends. Your due date is the same due date of my sweet Catherine! She arrived early and everything was great (7/24/09). I hope and pray a year from that date, you will feel the same joy that we felt bringing our sweet girl home. Congratulations! Our family will continue to keep you in our prayers.

Brooke said...

God Bless You and yours. I pray for a safe pregnancy, delivery, and trip hom from the hospital!!!!!

Unknown said...

I am sooo happy for you! I will be praying that God will bless you in this pregnancy and that you will be able to enjoy all of it.

The Meredith's said...

Praise the Lord!! So happy for you and Jason!!! Congratulations! Saying many prayers for you!!

Unknown said...

I have been following your blog since precious Reese was born---you have been such an inspiration to so many and God has worked in and through you! I'm so excited for you and I don't even "know" you! I'll be praying for you! Congratulations! God is so good!!! :)

Anonymous said...

Yes God is good! I continue to pray that you have a healthy pregnancy and many blessings continue to come your way as your family grows.

Larissa said...

I have never commented before but have been following you for about a year. I'm sitting at my desk with tears of joy in my eyes for you and your family. I'm so excited for you. What a blessing.

Schluter said...

Congratulations! I'm so happy for you guys. I'll be praying along with you!

Ethansmom08 said...

I have been following your blog for a while now and have yet to comment. I am so very happy for you and your beautiful family! Congrats on the upcoming arrival of your next little bundle of joy! I will continue to pray for you and your new little one!

Love and Prayers,
Sara

Diana said...

Hi Katie-
I have never commented before but I have followed religiously since before Reese's birth. I am 33 weeks pregnant right now and through your blog, I continue to pray daily that in the coming weeks, I will be able to walk out of the hospital with a baby and be so grateful to what your blog has taught me about life, love and most importantly the works of God. What joyful emotions you must be feeling right now! I will continue to pray for you and that sweet baby and your wonderful family!
God Bless-
Diana

Paige said...

I'm not sure I've ever posted on your blog, but have been reading for a long time. I have been praying for you. I am so happy to hear this news. Congratulations. I will continue to keep you in my prayers!

 The Morris Family said...

Oh, Katie, what wonderful news!!!! I am so thankful for God's provision of a fruitful womb, a gift to you! I will be praying for you and this new baby!!!!

~Cindy

Linda said...

So, so happy for all of you! I'm not a frequent commenter, but a frequent prayer warrior instead! I will continue to lift up your family as you count down the days until 7/28! Best wishes to all of you!

Casi said...

Oh Katie, I have prayed and prayed that you and Jason would enjoy sweet redemption in 2010 and I am so excited for you both. While I know you will always miss sweet baby Reese, I firmly believe you - of all the people I know (both cyber and IRL) - deserve some straight up J-O-Y!

Congratulations, my friend!!!!

The Cummings Family said...

Praise God for His faithfulness and thank you for your faith in Him-the giver of life!
I am jumping up and down with excitement for you! Thank you for sharing your journey with me!
Patti

Stephanie said...

Congratulations! Praying for you and Jason as you continue this journey of grief and joy! God is good!

Laura Ann said...

Praise the LORD!!! I am so happy for you Katie this is such wonderful news and even though I don't know you in life I teared up at the joyful news, I had to scroll back and read the message again to make sure I read it right, HA. I will pray that the rest of your pregnancy goes well and that you have the joy of walking out OR rolling out with a baby in your arms from the hospital.

Daily laying it at the Master's feet!
Laura Ann

Melissa said...

Praise the Lord! Love you Katie!

mindy said...

Congratulations!
I read your blog everyday and I am so excited for the both of you. You are an amazingly strong woman who has touched many peoples lives with your story. May god bless you with a beautiful new baby!

Just Jac said...

I have tears in my eyes and am thanking the Lord for blessing you! So happy for your sweet and adorable little family!

My Story's Fingerprints said...

Congratulations!!!
I'm so happy, excited, thrilled for you!!! God is so good and so sweet! :)
I will be praying for you and the precious life growing inside of you!!

Congratulations again!!

angie said...

God is so good! Praising Him and praying for a wonderful pregnancy!
Angie

Kim said...

Congratulations! I never comment(few times), but always read. I will be praying for your family!

Allyson said...

Congratulations Katie and Jason! Your post brought tears to my eyes! Praying for you both and your sweet little baby!

Blessings,
Allyson Stephens

E @ Oh! Apostrophe said...

Oh this post gave me such goosebumps! I am so happy for you and will keep you and baby #3 in my prayers. SO exciting!

Nicole Bolinger said...

WOW! 324 comments!!! Such a wonderful gift to have so many people supporting you!!! :) Amazing how God is touching your life!! I am SOOOO excited for you! I know Reese is joyous for you too! :) Hope to see you soon!

lauren said...

I am so happy for you! What a blessing. GOD IS GOOD!

Julie said...

I found you via Kelly's Korner a while back and have prayed for you, prayed for Reese, prayed for your family countless times.

Today I continue to pray, but also rejoice with you!!

Congratulations!
Julie

Danielle said...

Congratulations! So happy for you :) I've never commented but have followed you for quite some time. Such an exciting time...I'm due May 7th of this year and you're right, you never DO think of those things when you're pregnant. Anticipating that moment of holding my little boy for the first time!

Emily Davis said...

This is my first comment but i have been reading your blog for months now. I am soooooo EXCITED for you and your family. We lost our first child last year and are hoping to be able to have one this year. GOD IS GREAT.

Emily

Andrea said...

What wonderful news! My prayers will daily be with you and your family...for an uneventful, safe and healthy delivery of your next little bundle of joy...and for the peace only God can bestow on your hearts throughout the next six months. Hugs to you all!

The Vosslers said...

What a sweet blessing. I pray for complete peace and freedom from all fear.

Erin said...

Praise the Lord! Yeeppeee... I am crying so hard I can't even type. I am so happy for you!

God is SOOOOO good!

Bonita said...

Congratulations!!! Praise God- He has a plan for you and he is Faithful and Loving :)

I am so happy for you!!!

Beth said...

what an amazing God we serve! Congratulations, Katie & family. Praying for and rejoicing with you in Michigan.
Looking forward to all that is to come!

Molly and Kevin Strom said...

Katie,
Praise the Lord from whom all BLESSINGS flow. I am so happy for you and your family. I have been following your blog for sometime now. I had meet you back in the day through Jenny Tidball...Congrats to you isn't God Great!!!!

besnini said...

I'm covered in goosebumps and have tears in my eyes. Oh, how I praise the Lord for this gift!!! I will be praying for you...rather continuing to pray. There truely are no words for His goodness are there.

Jennifer said...

God is so good! HIS timing is so much better than ours! I continue to lift you up in prayer. I may not know you but you are my sister in Christ! Many many blessings!

Jennifer

Ashley said...

Congratulations, Katie! I've also never commented before, but follow your blog. What an inspiration you & your family have been to so many people! I am so excited for you & will constantly be praying for you!

Meet the Brummett's said...

Through tears I type "CONGRATULATIONS!!!" May God's grace and His hand be over you and your baby through this pregnancy. I'm sure Reese is thrilled that she is going to be a big sister! God bless!

Megan said...

Oh Katie! Congratulations! I am so happy for you and your family and I will be praying for you and your new baby!

Dustin & Kate said...

I too have been following your blog and have been so inspired by your family's testimony. Many blessings to you as you wait in expectation for the birth of your third child. Prayers for a healthy baby and mommy!

Steph said...

Katie,
Tears of happiness are flowing for you in NC!!! What a blessing :) I can't wait to follow this journey with you!! Congratulations!!!

Mandy said...

Thank you Father! I am so happy for you! I'm sitting here crying tears of joy praising God, and I'm just a blog reader! :) I can't imagine how you feel! Thanks be to God!

Mel said...

Congratulations! Will be praying for u n ur family :) so blessed

The Hams said...

What a wonderful blessing! GOD is so good! I will continue to pray for you and your family as you go through this pregnancy!

ajgregory said...

Congratulations! I read your blog on a regular basis but usually just lurk :o)
I'm so happy for you and your family!

Adam, Emily, & Abbott said...

SWEET baby!! So excited for you. Will continue to pray for you!!

Laura said...

Praying.....deep breaths! I am so excited for you. He is with you...each step.

Love,
Laura

Meg said...

Congratulations! Your news bought tears of joy to my eyes! Lifting you, your family, and your sweet baby up to the Lord!

Anonymous said...

Congratualations! I am so happy for you and your family. Your blog has become one of my daily reads. You are such a strong person in your faith. I pray that each day gets easier and for a help baby boy or girl!

Deidre said...

Praising the Lord with you, Katie! Believing God!

jess said...

YAY YAY YAY!!!!! What a praise!! I am soooo excited for you guys, Katie!!! What a wonderful blessing!!! GOD IS GOOD

Debbie Dankelson said...

Another lurker here just popping in to say Congratulations with tears streaming. I've been praying for you since before Reese was born and I can't wait to read your blog on the day you bring your son/daughter home ;) God Bless your family!

The Pelhams said...

YEAH!!! Wonderful news, I am also due with my 4th on July 10th!!! This is my 7th pregnancy! I have had 3 miscarriages. Praise God!!

Deciduous Heather said...

Katie! Look at all your comments and how many people that are so happy for you! I had chills when I was about half-way thru your post...thinking "is she?" Awww! "Is she?" YAYYY I am so happy...and yes I am crying....happy tears...soooo happy for you and your family. I have been praying for your family for months and I feel so fortunate to "know" you from afar, to be witness to awe-inspiring and unwavering faith....and I feel so blessed to be able to share in your JOY now. Thank you!! God is GOOD!

Katie said...

Oh Katie! I just got a chance to get caught up and when I read this good news my heart was beating out of my chest with joy for you! I am so happy for you and will be praying for your little one and your wonderful family!

Megan said...

Praise the Lord... congratulations!!!

Anonymous said...

Congrats!!!

Denissa said...

Hi Katie!
Praise the Lord!!! God is so good..I think that I saw a post on Kelly's Korner asking for prayer right after Reese's birth. Then I came across your blog on someone else's just the other day and I have to tell you I sat here and sobbed...
Your faith and trust in the Lord is truly inspiring.
Congratulations to you & your entire family!!
~Denissa
xoxo

Julie D. said...

Congratulations from reader in Vancouver, WA. Continued prayers coming your way!

Diana Lesjak said...

So happy for you all!!! God is good! As I read this post, I knew the words were going to come at the end... Congratulations!

Jen said...

Katie!
I am your sis, Mandy's friend/neighbor and you have been on my heart and in my prayers for a long time now. I have not commented before but I read your blog and have cried many tears with you. Now I am jumping up and down SO excited for you and your precious blessing!! Praise the Lord!!

Love and hugs to you,
Jen

momofall said...

Katie and Jason-- I am so so happy and thrilled for youall. I have been praying for you since you had the brain infection and have been following your blog ever since. You have such a sweet and precious story and witness of faith. God is certainly so so GOOD. Congratulations to you and Jason and Z. :) dsfox625@hotmail.com

Laura said...

Yay! Congrats, Katie! So happy for you and your family. Praising the Lord for this sweet baby.

Brittany said...

I am so excited for your family! What a blessing! :) May God's peace be with you through the pregnancy.

Prayers,
Brittany

Carrie said...

Katie - This is the best news! I have been reading your blog since you were in the hospital, very sick, before Reese was born. Your daughter has made such an impact on my life, and my attitude toward my beautiful children was forever changed by your pictures and words in the midst of your grief. You're right - she didn't made a sound, but the world did shout for her. Congratulations on your joyous news!

Lindsay said...

I am so happy for your sweet family! I have been reading and praying for you since Reese was born. I too have a Reese. She was born about a month after your precious Reese!
I can't wait to hear what you are having and the names you choose!

Susan said...

Oh, Katie! I have read your blog for some time now but don't think I've commented. I am overwhelmed with joy for your family! Congratulations and I wish you nothing but happiness and blessings in the new year! :)

3boysmom said...

God is good!!! I don't know you, but I am crying tears of joy for you tonight. I am SO happy for you. I will continue to pray for you and your family.

Congratulations!

Run26.2Mom said...

What!?! Very very exciting news! Prayers will continue for your family. An awesome God!
Continued Peace.
Susan

Yolanda said...

Congratulations and God bless your family. I am so happy for you.

Michelle said...

As I scrolled down and was reading, I was only hoping and praying that you were about to announce that you are pregnant! God is so good and he does great things! I am so happy for you, what a blessing!

hi-d said...

So exciting! I knew that this was going to be a year of healing for you guys. God has you in the palm of His hand.

Congratulations and God Bless!
hi-d

mcjacobsjournal said...

Congratulations, Katie! I am so happy for you all, and will be praying for a healthy pregnancy and delivery. I know you wait in sweet anticipation of your third child, and I know that God is excited to bless you in this way! I pray you will have deep joy and abiding peace every day, as you carry this precious one!

Lindsay said...

Oh Katie, I am so very happy for you and your sweet & beautiful family! God is so good and what a blessing He has in store for you. Congratulations my dear! Many prayers are with you and that sweet little baby that is growing in your tummy!!! Oh I am so excited!And look at all these 375 people that are here in support and love for you guys...that's so awesome!

Rebecca said...

Praise God!!! Praying for a healthy baby and pregnancy.

Julie said...

Katie,
As a sister in Christ I have sorrowed with you over Reese, and mentioned your family many times to all my praying friends. Now I am crying (sobbing) tears of joy for you!....praising God with you!...will keep praying with you!! Your testimony is a tribute to God and to the life of your Reese. You have taught me so much about trusting God and leaning on His word! I am so,so,so happy for you!!! I will be rejoicing over this and earnestly praying for you in the months to come. God is SO GOOD!!!!!

With love and prayers,
Julie

Brooke and David said...

Praise God! I read your blog all the time, but I don't think I've ever commented. As I was reading your blog I knew in my heart you were going to announce you were pregnant at the end. Praying for a great pregnant and a baby that will glorify God!

All Things Cherish said...

Congratulations!! That is amazing news and truly a blessing!

amy said...

Praise the Lord! Praying for you during your pregnancy! What a blessing- God is SO good!

The Mommy said...

You have me crying tears of joy! CONGRATULATIONS! I know God will truly bless you.

Anonymous said...

PTL!! I have been praying for you for a very long time and hoping God would soon bless you with another child and he has! Everyday I will lift you and this precious little one up in prayer!! Congratulations!!

Julie said...

I have been following your story since I found your blog through Kelly's Korner...but I haven't posted too much. But wow - I am so very happy for you! Congratulations on this new life! So many joys and sorrws and worries as you wait on this new little one...praying for your mother's heart!

Jill said...

Congrats!! God Bless you and your family.

Kimberley said...

Love your blog, love your spirit, love your faith! Rejoicing with you!

Kimberley

Ewww said...

God is so good!!! I sit here crying tears of joy for you and your family. I've only been following your blog for a short time but what an inspiration you are. I'll be praying for you!!!

Holley said...

I have goose bumos after reading this! Praise God!!!Congrats!

Julie said...

I am crying! I do not know you, but i have been reading your blog since Reese passed. I am over joyed for you. God is good ALL THE TIME!

Jess said...

This is so amazing! I am crying tears of joy for you and your family!! congratulations on your new blessing
we will all be praying for you! here is to a strong healthy pregnancy and baby!

God is great!

Unknown said...

oh my goodness, oh my goodness, GOD IS SO GOOD! CHEERS ALL THE WAY FROM TAMPA.....LOVE YOU

Anna said...

How wonderful. Praise God! Can't wait to follow baby #3's journey!

Leah Scott said...

Absolutely overwhelmed and overcome by God's grace. Praise God and thank you for sharing your story.

Laura said...

Praising God right now!!!!! Congratulations on your pregnancy and I pray that you feel well and have a great pregnancy! So thrilled for you.

Melissa and Cas said...

So HAPPY for you and your family! What a blessing! Sending you many prayers!

Jen said...

This is WONDERFUL news!! Thank you for sharing it with us.

*Katy* said...

Congratulations! We're so excited for you and we're keeping you in our prayers!

Traci said...

I've been reading your blog for awhile now & pray for your family often. I'm so glad to hear your exciting news. God is so good! You & you're family will continue to be in my prayers.

*Valerie* said...

Katie, May you truly feel God's love around you every step of this pregnancy! Congratulations!! I pray peace for you this pregnancy! Give all your worries to God! He is faithful!

Love and prayers,
Valerie

mrs shortcake said...

Praise God! I'm a new reader to your blog, but I'm still so happy for you! After losing two babies (through miscarriage), I'm now due in July as well - on the 22nd! Best wishes to you and your family!

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