Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Because

Because of Reese's short life

Because of her light

Because of her perfection

Because Jesus loves

Because Jesus hears

Because Jesus redeems

Because Jesus restores

Because GOD is faithful to His own

Because GOD is working

Because of GOD's mercy

Because GOD answers

Because He is in the details

Because of your prayers

Because of your hope for us

Because of your burden

Because of your tears

Because GOD makes everything beautiful in His time

We are celebrating. Heaven is stirring.

Colson, your cry was one of the sweetest sounds we've ever heard. We love you. You are ours. You are GOD's. You have been and will be carried by countless prayers.

You're healthy. You're beautiful. Let's go home...maybe tomorrow since I can't even walk yet. ; )

Thank you, Lisa, for wanting to be a part of this exciting day. These pictures you took of Colson are wonderful, and I loved seeing your sweet face. We now have special memories with you and two of our babies.


My soul finds rest in God alone...

Psalm 62:1

144 comments:

Mrs.HVK said...

Congrats! What a miracle:)

Summer said...

Beautiful!! I am crying! He is so presh! Perfect in everyway! I am still sobbing tears of joy for you Jason Z and baby Colson....

I think he looks like Z....perfect :)

love ya
Summer

ty said...

Congratulaions. He's beautiful. And speaking of beautiful- you just had a baby and look gorgeous!

Mandy said...

LOVE THIS. I am bursting here!!! Might have to come up there sooner than I had planned. Oh my. God is just good. You have been so faithful through such tragedy and HE has blessed you. He WILL continue to do that. I love you. I love Jason. I love Z and Colson. WOW.

belle said...

how beautiful!

Jennifer said...

I've followed your blog for a while now and I couldn't be happier for Colson to be here! May God continue to pour His love and blessings on your precious family!

The Adventures of Baby Bond said...

Gave me major chills! What a wonderful way of writing how you are feeling now! He is just perfect and too cute :) Congratulations!!!!

KatieB. said...

He's beautiful! What a blessing!

Kelli said...

He is perfect in every way!!

Meg said...

I LOVE this post! It gave me goosebumps all over!! Thank you for sharing him with us, he is just beautiful, heaven sent!

Jill said...

He's beautiful!! And now I'm crying. So happy for you guys!!

Boothbloggers said...

I am crying and so excited for your family! what a beautiful post, what a beautiful little boy and what a testament to your faith in God. You all are an inspiration to me!

Mandy said...

He is beautiful! Just as perfect as Reese :) Congratulations!

Lara said...

He is so sweet. Congratulations, Katie!

Lindsay said...

Ohhhhh Colson, you are absolutely perfect and beautiful! Oh he is so beautiful, I mean really beautiful! I am soooooo happy for you guys! Congratulations Dear!!!

Katie said...

OH, he is beautiful! CONGRATULATIONS!!

Mallory said...

Congratulations!!!! Sweet Baby Colson is just perfect and gorgeous!

Lauren@ Not Your Average Southern Belle said...

God is SO faithful! He is an absolutely beautiful addition to your family! Congratulations :)

Danielle said...

He is absolutely precious! Congratulations - what a special miracle to add to your family of 5 now!!

Melissa said...

What beautiful photos of your gorgeous little son. Enjoy your little sweetie pie and keep sharing those photos. GOD is so good and faithful.

Becky said...

Katie - You are Jason create some beautiful kids! Of course you have a little help from the Master Weaver! He is gorgeous!

Mrs. Sojourner said...

Amen! Rejoicing with you in your precious gift from God!

Amanda said...

Many happy tears for your sweet family. It is hard to believe when that healthy, perfect baby is placed in your arms isn't it? I remember feeling that way when Emerson was born after we had lost Gavin. Soak up these moments with Colson.

Blessings,
Amanda

Forever missing Gavin 4/7-5/3/08

amy said...

Perfect post!!! Just tears of joy here!

The Gallup Family said...

Congratulations! I am crying tears of joy for your family. Blessings to you.

Kara Wright said...

How sweet! Brings tears to my eyes! Congratulations to you and your family!!

Donna said...

Katie,

Colson is so handsome! Congratulations to you and Jason.

hi-d said...

Love it! Thanks so much for sharing your new bundle of joy with us. :)

Amanda* said...

Congratulations!! He is just beautiful!!!

Janis said...

Oh so happy for you! Congratulations! He is so beautiful. He looks just like Zach! Praying you're feeling better soon!

Jennifer {Studio JRU} said...

Congratulations!! My heart is so full for you! He is beautiful. Praise God! :)

Ani said...

Congratulations on your third miracle! He is beautiful.

Run26.2Mom said...

Beautiful words, beautiful son, beautiful day!
Peace.

ashley said...

He is perfect! GOD is SO GOOD!

The Vosslers said...

A heartfelt congratulations on your third child in this beautiful world. I am so grateful he is here and healthy and feeding your souls. I am so glad all is well. God be with you and what absolute FUN for your Z to have a brother to pal around with!

Julia said...

congrats what a wonderful mircle!!

Amanda said...

Tears as I looked at the pictures and read this post! I am so happy for all of you. Isn't it amazing! God is so good!!!!!

Natalie said...

What a beautiful post! Colson is perfect and a blessing in every way!

Anonymous said...

AWESOME! JUST OVERJOYED and THRILLED for you! Anxiously awaiting for October to see what it will be like for us this next time around! OH HUG THAT BABY EXTRA TIGHT!!! (I am sure you are!)

Cameron and Rachel said...

Love this! I am so excited for you and your family of 5. He is absolutely precious and you look great! Congrats!!

Christa said...

He is so beautiful Katie! Congrats again!

Kathryn said...

Thanks for sharing the beautiful pictures. He is simply amazing.

God Bless all of you!!

Elizabeth said...

He is beautiful. Congrats... To God be the glory, great things He has done. Great our rejoicing through Jesus His Son!
Enjoy Colson's perfection Katie and get some rest!

Rebecca said...

Congratulations! I am so happy for your family. Praise God for a healthy, strong and handsome young man! You are such an inspiration to me and have touched my heart in so many ways. I wish you peace and happiness with your new addition.

Erica ;) said...

Praise God! I am total stranger that was touched by your story. I was praying for you all the way in Houston Texas! Congrats! He is beautiful!

Taylor Made said...

OH. MY. GOODNESS. He is just PRECIOUS! How perfect! What a sweet, sweet miracle! What a beautiful family you have!

Linds said...

God is so good!

Toni :O) said...

Continuing to be soooo happy for you all! What a true blessing!

Tristan said...

just brings me to tears!!

what perfect babies you have!!

Lauren said...

This is the most beautiful thing I’ve EVER read!!!!! Love you!!! :)

Jenny said...

I am covered in chill bumps!!! Oh he is just precious!!! Praising our wonderful Lord with you!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!

Wendy said...

This gave me goose bumps! He's absolutely 100% adorable! So happy for you all!

Brian and Kyndra said...

LOVE this post! Yes everything is because of HIM.
Praying for rest for you and Congrats!

Anonymous said...

Amazing. You have allowed God to use your story, and your life to bring Him glory. Your family is so very special! Congratulations!! Still praying over you all as you transition into this new life with your sweet and beautiful new baby.

Much love,
Becky

Melissa Abby said...

Congratulations, he is beautiful and perfect!!

Suzanne said...

Beautiful! Your Colson, your Reese, your Z, your Jason, and you. Your lives, your story, your faith, your testimony - all by and through the Lord........beautiful!!!

The Smith's said...

Colson is so beautiful! The pictures are amazing and made me teary eyed! You, your family, and your precious new little boy are in my prayers!

Traci said...

Congratulations! Isn't the power of prayer AWESOME??

Bourg Family said...

I am SO happy for you!!!

Angie said...

he is beautiful!!!! Congrats Katie!!

Karen said...

Colson is so beautiful! What a perfect addition to your family of five. You've been such an inspiration and source of faith this last year. I'm so glad to have found your blog...God bless you in this new chapter of your life. And know that Reese is always in my thoughts and prayers. What an impact her life has had on so many people...Looking forward to hearing all the cute things Zach says about his new baby brother, too!!

Unknown said...

Oh, Katie, he's so beautiful. Congratulations!!!

Tracy said...

So sweet. Looks like Z to me!! Take care of you while you heal and get to know your sweet boy!

kimmy said...

Beautiful and perfect in every way! Praising God in Michigan:) Congrats!

Anna said...

Congrats! What a sweet, darling boy! Makes me want another little one!

Hope you're feeling well and recovering quickly...beautiful pictures!

Care said...

"Every Good and Perfect Gift Comes from the Father of Lights" James 1:17...Congratulations! Colson is beautiful. I see a lot of Z in him. Bless all of you!

Rachel said...

Praising God with you all. He is beautiful just like his big sister and big brother. Praying you are able to relax and enjoy each moment with him. Thanking God for His faithfulenss and thinking of you during this bittersweet time as you approach Reece's 1st b-day. May God grant you the grace to enjoy your time here with your boys while you long for heaven with your sweet girl.
Hugs and Prayers
Rachel in TN

Sallie said...

He is perfect! He is BEAUTIFUL! He is all YOURS!! Our amazing God and His host of angels(one IMPARTICULAR) are celebrating with you today ( and me too :) as you hold your precious baby boy! Enjoy every moment! I am thanking God today for your third beautiful baby!

Anonymous said...

Beautiful words from such a beautiful mother! He is so precious!

Nicole Bolinger said...

Beautiful post Katie! THe pics are GREAT too! Lisa does a GREAT job! :) So happy for your family!

Laurie said...

Oh he is BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Nonna's loves......... said...

Hi
First time writer, long time follower.........
Colson is the most beautiful baby I've ever seen.....
God has blessed you again, again and again.
I'm overwhelmed with joy for you as I was with sadness with the loss of Reese. Look forward to watching your babies grow.
You are so precious Katie and have a beautiful family.
May God continue to watch over you.

The Allens said...

He is absolutely beautiful

jessie said...

he's beautiful! congrats again!

Lynn said...

Congratulations!! Colson is a beautiful gift sent from God! =)
This is a beautiful and uplifting post, Katie!! I'm so happy for all of you!

God Bless!

Kelly said...

he's BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!
I'm so overjoyed for y'all!! I know Reese thinks her little brother is precious too!
Praying for a time of complete joy!

All That Glitters said...

Crying tears of joy here!!! He's beautiful!!!! Congrats!!!

~Jennifer

Sara said...

What a beautiful post! He is just perfect and I am so happy for you, Jason, and Zach.

God is so good!

Meg said...

can't tell you how i am celebrating both reese's and colson's lives here in waco, TX!! praising Jesus for you. enjoy your 3 sweet men :)!

Unknown said...

So happy for you and your family. Iam always lurking never posting but love to hear about Z and Reese and now Colson. All 3 of your children are beautiful. Enjoy every second :0)

Deciduous Heather said...

Gosh, Katie. I am just so happy. I could just cry for you and your family...I am celebrating Reese and Colson in my heart...so happy for His Grace in it all. I love the pics. Colson is precious. What a gift.

Lemme know how the walking goes over the next couple of days. I had two c-secs too so I know how you feel. Take your time wiht the healing process and don't overdo it! :)

tiffany said...

Oh Katie - God is GOOD! To read the words, "let's take you home" have made my heart leap with joy. Colson is a true blessing. xoxo

Unknown said...

Precious...so thankful he is healthy and all is well! Praise God for this special little miracle!!

Elisabeth said...

Beautiful boy so happy he's healthy and here!

Kelly said...

What a sweet post, Katie. Congrats to you, Jason and big brother Z.

dave and jenn said...

Congratulations!

texasaggiegirl said...

He is seriously one of the most beautiful babies I have ever seen! Congrats!!!!!!!

The Irish Lass said...

Congratulations on your sweet little miracle, so happy for you!! Looks just like Zach!

Colleen
Baylor '91

Hautemama said...

He's a true miracle and one of the most beautiful babies I've ever seen! Just precious! Congratulations, you definitely deserve it!

C said...

he is just precious! so happy for you! been following your blog for over a year now.

Devon said...

he is SO handsome! and this post was so beautifully written....congrats!!!

Bev said...

Wow, he is beautiful, and not just sayin' that either :0) CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Unknown said...

Perfect...just perfect! Congrats, Katie and Jason and Zach!

Nicole said...

He is so beautiful and perfect. Congrats again to your family.

Sarah said...

So incredibly happy for you and Jason. Praying you will continue to be blessed. I am sure Reese is happy for her new brother to be in her mother's arms as well.
Hugs,
Sarah

Lexie said...

he IS beautiful! congratulations

Unknown said...

He is so beautiful; CONGRATS!

In This Wonderful Life said...

HE IS BEAUTIFUL!!!!! Congrats :)

E @ Oh! Apostrophe said...

Welcome to the world, Colson!
Congratulations! :)

D said...

Oh, Katie. He is absolutely gorgeous! CoNgRaTuLaTiOnS!!

Angie said...

Congrats to you...what a handsome little man you have in your arms!

You look great, and so very happy :)

Sara said...

What a sweet, peaceful little face!

Sunny said...

Katie, so precious. Tears here too!

J said...

YAY!!!!! LOVE it. and him. and jason's face in that first picture. and yours. praise Him :)

Clementsville: Population of 5! said...

So sweet, he's so beautiful!!!

His Doorkeeper said...

Colson.IS.BEAUTIFUL!

God.IS.GOOD!!!!!!

Congratulations and many blessings!

Becki@Just The Three of Us said...

He is so precious! Congratulations again!

Meet the Brummett's said...

He is just about the cutest thing I've ever seen! You and your hubs sure make some beautiful babies...Congrats to you guys, I'm so happy for your family!

Ashley said...

BEAUTIFUL! Him. You. The pictures. This post. Everything!
Congratulations on your newest little bundle of love-

Liz Goodman said...

God is GOOD...all the time. You have been FAITHFUL...all the time! He has rewarded your faithfulness with goodness! We rejoice with you here in Texas! XOXO, Liz

Mary Louis Quinn said...

I could read those sweet, perfect words over and over. What a blessing Colson is!

Unknown said...

katie- I pray Colson is the baby to heal your heart! what a beautiful gift straight from the Father! Oh my heart swells with joy for you and your family!! PRAISE and GLORY to the LORD GOD ALMIGHTY!!

Anonymous said...

This is sooo beautiful! Congratulations! He's precious!

Mommy2CVC said...

He is absolutely beautiful! God is Good! Prayers for you and your family!

Alison said...

Katie, I have never commented on your blog before, although I read it often! Beautiful post and a beautiful little baby boy! I am just so, so happy for ya'll and the sweet little miracle from God that you've just been given!

Spirt Mom said...

The absolute best part about those pictures was seeing Jason's huge smile as he handed Colson to you. Praise be to God!!!!!

m&msmommy said...

What a beautiful, beautiful little boy!!! God bless your wonderful family!!!!!! :)

Anonymous said...

God is SO good isn't He!! Congratulations on your little guy..I think he looks a lot like his big brother!!

Kimberly said...

Joyful Joyful! He is true perfection. So happy for you and your family!

newmanfamily said...

Congratulations on another beautiful blessing!
Lori

The Cummings Family said...

Tears of joy! God is so good! Thank you Lord for Colson! Congratulations Katie, Jason and Zach! Enjoying your family-all 5 of you-from Nebraska!
Patti

Allison said...

OH MY look at that precious face! I could just eat him up! so sweet! congrats!

Sara said...

Absolutely precious Katie!! Congratulations and I hope that you are savoring each and every moment with Colson in your arms. He is so perfect.

Dale Budd said...

Colson is absolutely beautiful, and so precious. He is a picture of health. I think he looks like his big brother. So very happy for you all. You truly deserve this miracle that God has given you. Tears of happiness for your wonderful family!
I know Reese is smiling down on you, and her baby brother with love.

Hugs!
A Mom-Mom in NJ

Sarah Bussey Adams said...

Oh my he is so beautiful. Congratulations guys! I am so happy for you and I know Reese is look down on you smiling right now.

Leah Scott said...

Congratulations! What a precious boy. I have been reading your blog for quite a while now.

Amanda said...

Hey there!
I am Morgan Rush's friend and neighbor and have followed your blog and story for some time. I can tell you that people you've never met have wept for you and now we rejoice with you!
Congratulations and blessings to ya'll!
Amanda

Glitter & Bliss said...

I am so thrilled beyond words for you and your family. He is so perfect!! Hugs.....and more Hugs....Leslie

Amy said...

love this post!!! He has made everything perfect in it's time! Blessings to your sweet family :)

Jess said...

Congratulations, and praise God!! What an adorable little boy he is!!

Allison said...

Awe....he is BEAUTIFUL!!!!!! Congratulations! I am so happy for you! Praise God from whom all blessings flow!

Sallie said...

How beautiful he is! Just brings tears to my eyes. He will continue
to be a blessing!

Shelley Webre said...

Katie,
CONGRATULATIONS!! I have followed your blog for quite some time and am thrilled to see you with your beautiful new baby son! He is ADORABLE! Congrats to you, Jason, and Z! Shelley in Orlando, Fl

sweethomealagirl said...

*tears* Katie, this is beautiful . I'm so happy for your sweet family!

Olga said...

Congratulations!! He is beautiful! GOD is good!!

Unknown said...

I've been following your blog for quite some time, but never commented. Colson is absolutely adorable...just precious. Congratulations!!

Blessings,
Barbara

Colleen said...

He's beautiful Katie. Congrats!

M.O.T.B said...

Oh so happy for you! You deserve this gorgeous little miracle! Congratulations~!

Sarah said...

Those pictures are PRECIOUS!!!

♥♥♥♥

Heather said...

Katie, he is beautiful!! I have tears from what you wrote, God is faithful and He is most definitely in the littlest and biggest of details. Bless you friend, he is so very handsome and precious!!

Meredith said...

Praising God with you.

When I look at your family photo at the top of your blog there are smiles - but there is sadness behind your eyes. But the photo of Jason giving Colson to you - wow! Those smiles. Especially in Jason's eyes. That is one special photo.

Praising God. But still praying.

Brei said...

beautiful post and BEAUTIFUL baby...what a precious fam you have. so happy for you all!
love and prayers

Leslie said...

Just give me goosebumps!! What a little miracle. You are a gorgeous family! Reese is smiling I am sure!

Rebekah said...

Katie, this is one of the most beautiful posts. It really is amazing how God works. His plans are perfect. And He has blessed you with a perfect little guy and the perfect presence to remind you of Reese. I am so happy for you guys.

 
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