This is a picture of the two people I love most in this world - Harper and her daddy. It didn't take long to completely wrap him around her little finger. I don't know if I've ever seen anyone as crazy about their little girl as he is. It has made me fall in love with him all over again when I watch him talk to her with tears in his eyes every day. Every time he talks about her - I see this light in his eyes I've never seen before and I just want to bottle it up!
I love this picture.The night Harper was born and they took her away in the helicopter - the NICU gave me these two little blankets to sleep with so I could bring them here and put them in with her so she could have my smell near her. All today - she has been just holding it in her little hand and I love it. I can't hold her or feed her or have her open her eyes and look at me - but she can hold this blanket and know that her momma loves her more than life.
We met with our doctor twice today and he is so good to give us a lot of details. The latest is that her heart appears to still be good. He showed us x-rays from each day of her life. The pneumonia in her lungs gets a little better each day. They took her oxygen down to 95% at one point today but her levels dropped a little so they took her back up to 100% tonight. The plan is to watch her for the next 5-6 days and if her oxygen level doesn't get down to 75-80% - they will probably go ahead with ECMO. We are okay with that but we are praying that she will use less oxygen. I just have this calm assurance that she is going to be okay. God has made Himself so real to us over and over and over in so many ways. I wish I could share all the ways He has blessed us through others. We have had so many visitors and gifts and messages and today we recieved something so amazing we had to just go to a private place and sob at God's provisions for us. We know God continues to bless us to encourage us so that we can trust Him and look for ways to share Him. Our nurse saw us crying today and we were able to tell her it was because people had been so good to us - especially our church family. Later she reacted to something else that happened by saying "You have such a nice church".
Oh - I hope each of you have a church family that you love - there is nothing like it.
Thank you for praying for Harper. We tell her every day that she has no idea how many people are praying for her. We found that someone started a blog just for her so you could leave us messages. This is the blog. It is so amazing - I can't thank ya'll enough. I still haven't had time to get through all my e-mails or facebook messages or comments so if you are the one who started it - hopefully I can thank you once I figure it out!
Jesus said "Whatever you did for the least of these - You did it unto me" Matthew 25:40.
P.S. Just a couple of things people have had questions about:
1. I didn't have a c-section - I birthed that big girl the normal way. Which explains why I now walk like an 80 year old.
2. We are staying at the Ronald McDonald House for now. It has been a huge blessing to us.
3. We are expecting to be here for probably at least a month to 6 weeks or more right now.
4. We have laughed because we have been asked this more than anything - Dawson is GREAT! He was at doggie daycare but my dad had to go home today so he picked him up and took him home with him. He has a great set up and Dawson will be more than happy to be with him. Thank your for all the concerns and offers on our sweet puppy - we haven't forgotten our first baby.
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«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 346 of 346 Newer› Newest»I have been praying for Harper this week. I believe that God has His hand on your family and has a big plan for y'alls life!
Oy my...the pictures are soooo precious. Still praying for all of you....
Tania in North Dakota
Praise Him!
I love that Scott is so in love with her. Isn't it amazing what girls can do to their Daddy's.
I did the same thing with a blanket when Emma was in NICU, When you get to hold her, you can do kangaroo care. It helps you bond along with so many other great things.
We are still praying in NC.
I love seeing the pictures. The one of her hand is definitely one to frame. So sweet!
I'm so thankful you are experiencing the love of Christ in so many ways. I am praying, Kelly! And, believing ...
i'm soo late for work right now but I had to read the update on Harper. God is in the healing business. & I cant wait for the update when you get to take her home. God Bless Kelly
Thank you for the update. I just passed it on to my husband. He is the Best prayer partner a wife could ask for. On his way to work every morning..he gets busy with the Lord. I love knowing that oor little blog family is so close and just look at the blessings! Take care and dont worry about leaving us comment or sending email. We understand!
Praying for Harper in Louisiana....
I absolutely love reading your updates! It just shows how good God is! The picture of Scott and Harper is just too sweet! I will pray that they will be able to lower the oxygen level soon! Praying for you guys always!
Just wanted to say that I am praying for this beautiful little (big?) girl and reading each day to see what is happening with all of you. I found this through a link from a blog I read.
May God bless you and Harper. Know that he is holding you close during this difficult time. He is there always with Harper.
renee
I truly believe that you fall deeper in love with your husband when you see him with your children. I certainly fell deeper in love with mine the first few days after our daughter was born. I am continuing to pray for Harper and for you and Scott. The prayers of the faithful will not go unanswered.
Megan
I've heard you say that she was big several times, but I've never found how much she weighs!
I appreciate your answers to the four most common questions. I was wondering about each of them, but didn't want to bombard you with questions (and I KNEW you'd have Dawson in good hands!). The Ronald McDonald house is AWESOME. My parents stayed in one for a while and it is a cause I believe strongly in.
You faith continues to inspire people around this country. You are doing God's work even in your time of crisis. God Bless You and your beautiful family.
Still praying for Harper! Thank you for your continued updates and especially the pictures of your beautiful girl! I am so glad to read that you are staying at the Ronald McDonald House. When I read that you were going to be here for several weeks, I was going to email you that the RMH was really close to St. Francis. So glad that people are loving on you and taking care of you!
I know this may seem like a very personal question but I just wanted to put it out there.... Since you guys are living at the Ronald Mcdonald house and will be there for a while I would assume the two of you cannot be at work right now... will htis be a problem when it comes to your bills, if so I'm sure we could all work together to help you out
Your little Harper is just beautiful! You and your family are so strong, and although you already know this, God is right by your side making sure that everything is okay! We will continue to pray for your little girl and your family.. may her recovery be smooth and speedy so you can bring her home!!
Oh, what sweet, sweet photos. Harper most definitely knows her mama and daddy love her so much!
Still praying for you guys in Pearland, Texas.
God Bless,
Michele
Isn't it amazing how much more you fall in love with your husband when he is loving on his baby girl. I was flooded with all of these wonderful new feelings. It just melted my heart!
The pictures are beautiful! You are in our prayers today.
I have been praying for Harper since the day she was born when another blogger posted about her troubles.
Your story has been an amazing walk through history for me - 2 years ago this week our 10 week old boy was diagnosed with a rare liver disease. We began a journey we never would have chosen on our own, but God has used Alan and his condition to bless us and others in countless ways. Everything you say about Ronald McDonald, church family, kind nurses... all of it reminds me so much of our journey. God has been so good and answered thousands of prayers.
Alan had a transplant one year ago, and today is a happy, healthy two year old. I have faith you will see a happy, healthy Harper soon. :)
You are very blessed indeed! Praying for your sweet family!
I just want to offer you and your husband a place to stay. I don't know how the Ronald McDonald house works(I know they are a blessing) but if you come to need a place, my home is yours! I live in Broken Arrow which is just a short trip to see your little girl. I have a blog called Out of the Rut or you can e-mail me @ macornwell@hotmail.com
God bless you all! Still praying!
Kelley,
I am the one that started Prayers for Harper on Facebook. Just something I did to bring all my mommies together who have been thru this. I have one very special lady that has been thru your EXACT footsteps and she suugest "Tell her to consider asking for Nitric Oxide. that was our miracle stuff that and prayers". My name is Sarah. I was raised in Tulsa, worked in St Francis on the pediatric floor and have an 18mo old NICU grad who sufered resp distress. Please call me if you want to talk. I am now in FL or I'd be up there with you. 772-240-6860
Kelly,
You are so precious! Still praying in Texas!
I like many others dont know your family except through blogger and I love you all and hold your little girl in my heart and mind all day long. I know its a wearing time but you two are so strong not to mentions Harpers strength right now. True doings of the lord and his whole crew up there. God Bless you and things will get better.
i always keep you and your little girl in my prayers
I so remember falling in love all over again with my hubby when I saw him for the 1st time with each of our children. That is such a special moment and I too wished I could have just bottled it up. I'm so glad that little Haper is making some good progress. We are continuing to keep her in our thoughts and prayers as well as you and Scott and the staff that takes care of her. That is so sweet about her holding the blanket.
Kelly,
You and Scott are amazing parents. I know I do not know you personally even though I feel like I do through your blog but I am so glad you have the strong faith that you have because I really think it is helping you get through this difficult time. No mommy should have to watch thier baby stay in the hospital, especially a new mommy. But just know you are already doing the best you can do and Harper knows that! God is definitely working his magic on Harper and we all know she is going to come home with you and Scott very soon :)
Please know there are so many people praying for your precious daughter!
~Jennifer from NC
Thank you for continuing to keep us updated! I know that you and Scott have a lot going on, but it means a lot to be able to hear how Harper is doing. I am just crying over the glory that God has gotten so far, and I know will continue to get. What an awesome blessing He has given you by taking you through this valley.
I love that picture of Scott and Harper--what a beautiful family you have! So glad to hear that Dawson is going to get to hang out with your family--I bet he's worried about his dad, mom and sissy--he will love on Harper so much when she's home.
We'll continue to pray for your sweet family and for Harper. We love you all!
OH, Kelly! These pictures are so precious!! I love her sweet little hand on her "Momma" blanket, and I think it is so cute how her little legs are wrapped around that stuffed doggie. It's amazing how much love grows in your heart when you pray for someone, because I just love that little girl! Her pictures make my heart melt. Working in an (adult) ICU, I know how it is to watch patients so closely minute by minute, and the happiness that comes from any improvements, even the slightest ones. It often seems so slow-going. I have been witness to miracles, when I see things that are otherwise medically inexplicable, and I know God's hand is at work. I have so much faith in our God, and that is keeping me in almost constant prayer over this little girl. Keep taking care of yourself, Kelly, and so much love and prayers to you and Scott, and, of course, Harper!
Our family is still praying for you and will continue to!
Thanks for the update. I check many times a day to see how things are going. I am still praying for Harper (as well as you and Scott). It is nice to know how we can be praying specifically for you and Harper. I will be praying for you that you can get some rest and to find the time to pump and eat. I will be praying that Scott will be able to find some time to rest also. And for Harper I will be praying for her to be able to have her oyxegen levels lowered and that God would heal her completely in His timing. He deserves all the glory and is doing all this in such a way that He is getting all the glory. Praise God!
Elyse
Kelly~
We are lifting up you, Scott and Harper here in IA. Can't wait to hear updates each day on your sweet Harper. When my youngest, who's now 5, was born 7 wks. early her lungs weren't totally developed. She was in the NICU for 10 days. God performed a miracle and she was able to come home much earlier than the dr.s expected. Cling to Jesus during this time. I know how hard it is to not be able to touch or hold her or nurse her. My angel was able to nurse even after that much time and because I pumped I didn't lose my milk. And she knew our voice and was a very loving, touchy-feely baby - she still is. God is on His throne and in total control. And we know what a loving church family means as well. We are faithfully remembering you in our prayers and have grown to love you all on your sweet blog. The Handel Family in Sioux City, IA
Loved seeing this and getting the update. I'll be praying today. There's nothing as sweet as a Daddy with his little girl.
Kelly,
We are praying so hard for baby Harper! Stay strong, that little girl is going to need to be held by her momma before long. Just you wait.
I have just found your blog through several that I read and I am praying for Harper and your family and all of the other babies in the NICU. My twin girls were born early and we spent nearly a month in the NICU with them. Sending good thoughts and prayers to you. Love the pictures ... Harper is a sweetie.
Oh my! I've got to stop reading these updates at work - so many tears!
I can't tell you how much I've been worrying about Dawson - I'm so glad your dad picked him up today!
Will continue praying for sweet Harper and all of you.
Praying so hard for Harper, as well as you & your husband. I can't imagine what you feel right now, but I pray God will rain peace over you and heal your baby girl.
Yall are in my thoughts and prayers!!!!!!
(((HUGS)))
Jeannie
You are right, there's nothing like that twinkle that a daddy has in his eyes when he's looking at his baby. So, sweet!
I'm so thrilled to hear that she is doing better day by day, she knows she is loved.
SO happy to hear Harper is doing well! You are continually in my thoughts and prayers, as our baby boy just got home from the nicu about 2 weeks ago after 6 days in. You are covered before our awesome God! -debi
Kelly,
Thank YOU so much for keeping us updated (and for the wonderful pictures of your beautiful girl - I cried when I saw the picture with Scott and read your words; I just had my first baby in Nov. and feel the same way about my husband) - this blog is the first thing I check every morning (and then several more times throughout the day). God just continually puts you, Scott and Harper on my heart throughout the day and night and I am praying, praying. So happy to hear you have a good place to stay and so much support and that Harper is improving little by little. You all and she have such a powerful testimony to our LORD that will only get more incredible once you can hold her. Andie in NC
Still praying. Harper is just beautiful!!
I love the new pictures you posted...The one holding the blanket is so precious and far my fav....I will keep you all in my prayers...
Love, Marci
Just ran across your blog. Sending prayers your way for Dubois, Indiana. She is a beautiful little girl. Amy
The sweetest pictures EVER!
It brings tears to my eyes - that you haven't held her, she hasn't seen you. But, she is where she needs to be to get better, and that's all that counts. We will keep up the prayers in Alabama!
Kelly...Just wanted you to know my prayers continue to be with Harper, your family, and all the babies in the NICU. Thanks for the update and the sweet pictures.
Cindy
Texas
I continue to cover you all in prayer and I think of you so often during the day. And I did like that little touch of *walking like an 80 year old* humor because I can SO RELATE! You begin to wonder if you'll ever have that skip in your step again let alone RUN! ha! Sending lots of love to you all from Georgia!
I'm so thankful she's getting a little better every day. I hate that y'all are looking at a month to 6 weeks more of this. Bless your hearts! I will keep praying!
I know when we had our girls, I fell more in love with my hubby! Our family is still praying for Baby Harper! My 3 year old told me yesterday "that baby is getting all better"! I said "yes she is, praise the Lord"!
praying today
I love the pictures of Harper and her sweet little hand. I know one day soon I'll be seeing tons of pictures of a healthy gorgeous little baby. I am praying for her and you all often.
You're a strong, beautiful woman, wife and mommie! May God continue to wrap you in his loving arms and lift you and your family closer to him. We're still here and still praying for you!
hi Kelly! I am so glad that she is doing better. I am praying so incredibly hard, and I know that God is looking down on her and holding her close. I can't wait until we get to see all of Harper's cute clothes and accessories on her - it will be here before you know it! Thank you so much for keeping us updated!
I am praying for Harper & your family daily. I do not know nor could I imagine what you are going through dealing with this with your child. But I do know what it is like to have your little sister in ICU, after a very serious car accident. We delt with the ventillator & brain pressure monitors and the not knowing for awhile. The waiting is the hardest part. With God's love and mercies we were able to get through it and are now on our way to recovery. I know just being at the hospital daily is draining & hard also. Just continue to put your faith and trust in our Miracle Worker Daddy and He will get you through this. What an amazing story you have to tell Harper when she is older!
Much love & blessings,
Tara
Those pictures are adorable! Especially the one with Harper and her Daddy, you can tell how much he loves her and adores her already!! So sweet =]
Still praying for your family and Harper!
Aww, Kelly, Harper looks just like you!!! What precious pictures. How wonderful that you have such an awesome church family. We're still praying for sweet Harper and for all of you. Glad to know where Dawson is...I've wondered, too, but knew that he was in good hands wherever he was. :)
I'm praying for baby Harper and I'm so sorry you're even having to go through this. May she get stronger every day!
Kelly - beautiful pictures of your loved ones. When my daughter was in NICU, they had me make a tape of me singing, reading and just talking to my daughter. The nurses would play the tape in a small tape recorder and play it for my daughter when I couldn't be there. When you spoke about Mommy's scent on blankets, it reminded me that Harper is used to hearing your voice too!
I am praying for you all.
Amy in NC
Just found your blog through a link from someone else.
I am praying for your sweet Baby and for you
Glad to hear you and Scott have a great place to stay, I know you are anxiously awaiting taking her home. I'll pray for patience for you two and healing for her. Do they know how she got the pneumonia? I've never heard of that, I'm so sorry you guys are suffering this trial, but believe me, when I say the Lord has been glorified because of that baby girl. Glad to know Dawson is taken care of.
Kelly,
I'm still praying each day and night. I think of you and what your doing at each moment and pray God gives you stength during this time. I know how hard it is. Thank God For the Ronald McDonald House, I always put money in the jar when I'm McDonalds. When our baby had to have surgery there was no room, but it was okay there where so many families that needed it and we would not be there long. I'm glad your able to stay there. Thinking of you often in Ohio we used to live in AR and have many friends there. People know you who I know, isn't that crazy. It is a small world. God is using you and your family in a mighty way.
In Him,
Katie <><
May God keep the blessings coming!!!
Hi, I know we don't know each other but I am a mommy of two preemie's that had some difficulty in the beginning so if you ever need some encouragement or advice I would love to be there for you. God definitely showed us how to get through the hard time and I feel He made me a stronger person during the process. My email is Shellbellmamaof3@gmail.com. I will be praying for your sweet baby!
Shelley
What sweet, sweet pictures! I'm glad she's holding steady. My prayers are with you and your precious baby girl.
Also, is there an address where we can send things for Harper? I'd like to make something for her.
We are still praying for you, Scott and baby Harper. She is such an adorable little girl, the picture of her holding the blanket is great!
Kelly,
My name is Nicole Bish and I discovered your sweet family from Audrey Caroline's blog. I live in Tulsa and am a pediatric nurse that works down in the ER at St Francis. I have worked many a day in the NICU where Harper is recovering. I would love to meet you and let you know you have a friend here in Tulsa that you can call if you need anything. My email is knsbish@cox.net. Praying for Harper! I have 2 girls, 9 and 6. What an incredible journey you are on. Girls are so much fun! I also have a soon to be 2 yr boy that started his life right in the NICU where Harper is at. Definately know how is pray. Look forward to hearing from you soon!
Nicole Bish
I am still praying for sweet Harper!
She is just beautiful! I love the precious picture of her little hand.
Blessings to your family,
Rebecca
Kelly, What a beautiful baby precious Harper is.. All of you are in my prayers. I know what pain you are going throught..It's unbearable to see your child go through something like this.
God bless all of you! ~Mary~
I saw your prayer request on the OBU alumni facebook page and am praying for you and your sweet family. The Ronald McDonald House has been a blessing in my life, and I hope it continues to be for you. Thinking of Harper and your family as you heal and continue to grow and get well. God Bless - a fellow obu alum
Kelly! I've been in Dallas and unable to post like usual - but I've been checking and praying...non stop. It amamzes me just like everyone else - how none of us have met (for the most part), but we all feel such a connection. He connects us - and we are all so blessed to know, love, and worship the same heavenly father!
I am coming to Tulsa next weekend - to hug your neck! much love - kate
I'm still praying too - the picture of Harper holding the blanket is absolutely adorable. I love the story behind it too.
I was wondering how Dawson was doing, but was actually too embarrased to ask. :-)
I have been praying for Harper everyday since she was born. I was a NICU nurse for 13 years and completely understanding how its overwhelming for you being there. But she definitely knows you are there, she smells you, she feels your love and that is the absolute best medicine as well as all these prayers of course!
I cant wait to see pictures when you finally are able to hold her and love on her!
Lisa
God is sooooo Good all the time. I am blessed to pray for your precious baby girl and praising the Lord that his sweet creation has such an impact on His Kingdom.
I love that He is touching both you and your husband in the deep places of your soul, it is a marking of rememberance for your family as well as an equipping to be able to be His hands and feet to others.
Much love and prayers to you,
Celeste
I just found your blog. Harper is beautiful. I've been a NICU Mommy and understand the emotional roller coaster that it is. I'll be saying lots of prayers for Harper and the whole family. The only advice I have from one NICU Mom to another is to give yourself the time you need to rest, when you need to cry..cry, when you need to laugh, well laugh and most importantly give it to all to Him. His peace was the only thing that's gotten me through.
Big Hugs and Lots of Prayers coming to you guys from Alabama.
That is such a sweet picture of Harper and her daddy! Please know that I am praying for you and your little baby girl. God is so faithful and I know he will heal her little body.
praying for sweet baby harper! know that you are receiving love from bartlesville, okla. just a few miles from tulsa!
Kelly, as soon as I read your blog, I told my Hubby, he came right away and said a long prayer for Harper, you, and your Hubby. Even though the situations are not the same, our little guy was in the NICU right after he was born with tubes coming out of everywhere, a central line, I couldn't feed him for two weeks and had to pump too. He had surgery the day after he was born. We spent as much time every single day at the hospital that we could, we know exactly what it's like to go back and forth from the hospital. There were days with setbacks and while we too were completely trusting God, we know how wearing it is. We are praying for all of you and please know even if there are small setback days like bringing the oxygen back up a little, there will be the great progress days too. We are praying.
I love her sweet little hand holding onto her "mommy" blanket. What a thoughtful idea from the NICU.
I am glad that you have the opportunity to stay at the Ronald McDonald house. I had an illness when I was younger and stayed at one for a few days when I had to go out of town to have some tests done. After that, my family was so blessed by the experience that we volunteered at the RMH for several years every month. It is such a wonderful place that I know really blesses the families that need to stay there!
Still praying!!!!
Everytime I read an update it reminds me of the chorus "Count your blessings, name them one by one". Everyday you get better news about your sweet baby girl! Praise the Lord for He is Good.
Still prayin' for ya'll!
Amanda
Before you know it, that sweet baby girl will be in your arms! Glad to hear she is continuing to get better every day! Still praying in Indiana! :)
That photo of Harper's tiny hand on her blanket has left me sobbing! How sweet that photo is! I am praying for ALL of you, and especially sweet Harper. I just KNOW God will answer all our prayers. He is so good!
Kelly,
I found out about your blog and sweet little Harper through Twitter and I have been praying ever since.
I am so glad that she is doing better and will continue to pray about her oxygen levels!
-Rachel
Thank you for continuing to update. I've kept Harper in my prayers at night!
Jenny
Dear Kelly, praying with you for your dear baby girl. Our God does miracles! I know first hand, I got one yesterday...continue trusting in His LOVE no matter what!
A sister in Christ in Colorado, Lorri Steer
www.lorriscancerupdates.blogspot.com
Hello Kelly,
You don't know me but a close friend of mine has asked me to lift you all up in prayer. She knew I have a special place in my heart for NICU babies. My first child Benjamin was born with a lung infection but what is different was that he had to have open heart surgery and a couple of days later put on ECMO. Know that the Father loves your Harper more than even her Mom and Dad do and that I am praying. If u want to contact me please do. charandjj@gmail.com Through our Savior, Charlene Shawa
I love the pictures and how she is holding the blanket! I'm sure she knows how much she is loved! Always praying...
She is gorgeous. She will be fine, I am praying for you!
Kelly,
I just received the link to your page and a request to pray for you. I'd like you to know that I will do just that! I've had similar experiences with my three pregnancies. I had a premie at 29 weeks, one stillborn, and one at 37weeks that had to be flown to Wichita, KS for respritory problems. I can empathize and sympathize with you. The best thing that you can do for your little girl right now is take care of yourself! She's going to need you WHEN you bring her home!
God Bless!
Cassie Duncan
She is so beautiful and the pictures are so sweet! Praise God for the great news! Still praying....
Kelly,
I ahve been reading your blog for so long and I feel like I know you. My heart just rips in half when I think of you not being able to hold her yet. I am so confident in the complete healing of Harper by our wonderful God. You are an inspiration to me. I wish I could say that I were that sweet when my son was in the NICU. I know it's hard leaving her there but remember she is your baby girl.(Sometimes it soesn't feel like that to me when the nurses took care of my baby.) She is absolutely beautiful.
Good Afternoon, I heard about your little beauty Harper through Angie Seaman's blog and thought I would venture over here and see Harper. I want you to know that I a praying for you as well, God is awesome of that I am certain. My daughter Alicen was born 4 months early, weighing only 1 lb and 13 ounces. She is 4 now and does have many disabilities but we are dealing with them through God;'s strength. Remember while in the NICU (Alicen was in NICU for 111 days) there will be up days and down days but the down days will make you stronger in more ways than one. My prayers are with you all. God Bless you so much.
Christina (a preemie mom)
Kelly Sweetheart,
Harper is such a big and beautiful baby girl. I can't help but think that he size is working in her favor right now. She looks so healthy and well nourished. God made sure she has enough meat on her bones to handle this illness. The pictue of her little hand is so precious.
Your Dad's blog warms my heart. I started reading it before Harper was born. It's easy to see why you are such an amazing peron. You have the support of wonderful parents and friends in your life.
I hope with each good report on Harper, you are able to rest easier and that your own body will have the opportunity to heal.
Constant prayers for all of you from Virginia Beach.
Love,
The Duffy Family Len, Margaret and boys
I can relate to loving your husband more and more when children are born. After our daughters were born he changed so much in a good way. He lives for those girls! Just wait until Harper starts talking and asks her daddy to marry her like our 3 year old did last night. As I am sure you know not much compares to the love between a father and his daughter. We continue to pray for all of you!
I'm praying for your family & little one. Ronald McDonald house is such a blessing, most people don't realize all of the great things that company does. My parents stayed there when my brother was born. (He had to have open heart surgery when he was 2 days old). The house provided so much support, both financially and emotionally. I am happy to hear you are there, you will be well taken care of.
Great pics! Praying for your precious baby girl!
I am praying for you still my friend and for sweet beautiful Harper! I wish so badly I could have already seen you and give you a big hug and pray WITH you.
I absolutely cannot wait to see the mightiness God is going to accomplish through Harper! Her story will be wonderful and life changing for many people even years from now!
Love all the sweet pics of Harper she is so precious. So glad ya'll keep getting good news. You have so much faith and it's so inspiring to me.
I know how hard it is to go into the hospital and expect to have a healthy baby and then have them rushed to the NICU! It is all so surreal and I am so glad that you have a church family to love on you and clothe you in prayer. I don't know how we would have handled it without them! And you are right...God will give you opportunties to help others who will be in similar situations. Right after our little guy left the NICU an opportunity was presented to us by a church in a nearby town. A young mother was going to have a baby with spina bifida and she would be in the NICU for several weeks. We jumped at the opportunity to help this sweet couple because we knew how trying the next few weeks would be for them! I remember being SO frustrated while our little guy was there...I just wanted him healed instantly. But it took baby steps and every good sign came with a tiny setback. Harper will be healed and be home with you before you know it! You will get to do all of the motherly things tha you yearn to do!! Praying for you and your family.
Kelly - I just started to read your blog a few days ago, so I don't really "know" you at all, but I was initially struck by the size of your baby. I went back and read some of your previous posts and the only one I could find was just a few weeks before delivery saying the baby was "almost 7 pounds" or something like that. I'm wondering what the reaction was of you and everyone else when she came out so much bigger! :) My sister just had a baby a pound bigger than the u/s indicated, and she was only 8.8 and we were astounded. I can't even imagine YOUR shock! Just curious. If you've already said something about this and I missed it, I apologize...like I said, I just found your blog! Many many prayers for you and your whole family, especially that adorable little baby.
I loved seeing that picture of Harper's sweet hand wrapped up in the little blankets that smells like you. I have prayed a lot about yours and Scott's hearts as you can't hold and cuddle on your baby girl right now - and I've prayed for Harper to feel nothing but held by you all the while. I look forward to the day with you that you can scoop your healthy girl up in your arms!! That is a picture I can't wait to see and celebrate!
Hi Kelly,
My daughter, Life Lucia, was on ECMO this summer at Children's Dallas. I had some sort of uncultured infection when she was born (it's still a mystery how we were both so sick when I delivered her) and she was septic within 12 hours. She was transported to Children's and put on ECMO all within 24 hours of her little life.
It was the scariest and most difficult experience of our lives, but God was so gracious and merciful and he healed our precious girl.
I'm sure you are completely overwhelmed with people sending you their stories... but if you are in the valley today and need a story of God's redemption, you can read Life's story on our blog (the month of August 2008 has her story in it). http://aroyalallegiance.blogspot.com/
I am praying healing, redemption, and mercy over your sweet Harper and your family.
Our God is mighty to save.
In Christ,
Lauren Larsen
Kelly,
I don't have a blog right now, but I have been reading yours for about a year now. I have loved reading your entries. I think you are one amazing person with your devotion to family and the Lord. I have been thinking and praying for your family often. I just want you to know that you are am amazing woman of faith and Harper is one of the luckiest girls because she has you and Scott as her parents!
I kinda hate to leave a comment, because I know you are probably overwhelmed just trying to read them all. But I just had to stop in and say that we're thinking about you and praying for you constantly! Love you!!
I love that sweet picture of Harper holding onto that blanket! This has just been such a blessing to be praying over you all~ That girl will be a woman of God!
Prayers for your baby girl!
Kelly, I love the pic of Harper and the blankie! How precious is that hand. Can you believe you can love someone so much! Meg(7) and I have started praying together for Harper. I show her the pictures and she loves the updates. God is so REAL!! Love you!
Jennifer
We are just praying for all of you.
I am sending you "The Lemonade Award". With everything going on in your life, I felt that you deserve a little pick me up. Hope you can take the time to visit my blog to see your award.
My prayers are with you.
Cindy (tinta)
Praise God! I know this has to be hard for you and your family but I am praying, as we all are, for God's peace and healing for your precious lil' girl (and for recovery too)!
And, I will definitely say a prayer for all of the lil' babies in the NICU.
We'll keep on praying!!! You are such a sweet spirit too! I came here upon all this starting with and got sucked into reading your blog for hours! And, kept saying prayers for you along the way too!
I know Harper is getting better every minute, and am praying constantly to assure this. Bye.
I love this picture with the blanket. It is so Sweet! Still Praying for sweet little Harper. God is going to BIG things in her life!
Oh my what a beautiful picture. I am so glad to hear of the improvements. She is a fighter!! Still sending up prayers...
Praying for all of you - Kelly, Scott, sweet baby Harper and both your families! I know God is with you during this tough time!
Harper is in my prayers. You are both so strong for her and I am sure she feels your presence.
I just found your blog through another blog that I follow. I have two kids and my 8 month old son just got out of the hospital from pneumonia and RSV. I understand your heartache watching your baby lie there. Your faith is AWESOME and will guide you through the days ahead!! Harper is a beautiful girl!! You, your family and precious little Harper will be in my prayers here in Lubbock, TX.
Hi there,
I just had a baby Dec 24, and our little girl was in the NICU for two weeks. The pumping, going home every night, not getting to hold your baby...it's so awful, and I wanted to say I'm sorry you're having to travel this road. It makes a huge difference to have such a strong support system, and I'm glad you have that in place. Thanks for sharing your story; it's always nice and comforting to hear from other moms who 'get' how scary and overwhelming it all can be.
Praying for you,
~melissa in OR
I came to know of your story from a blog I follow (Life With My Special K's), and I admire your strength and courage. I will be praying for Harper and your entire family. She is SO beautiful!!!!!!
What a beautiful picture to treasure...our thoughts remain with you and your beautiful baby girl...
Harper is beautiful and the picture of her holding on to her blanket is too precious. We are praying for Harper, you and your family.
Angie
Kelly & Scott, I pray you are getting the rest you need. Matthew 11:28 says "Come to me who are weary & burdened, & I will give you rest". I can't even begin to understand what you guys have been thru. I'm so thankful that your beautiful Harper is doing better with each passing day. Her life will shine for the glory of God. Hebrews 10:23 says " Let us hold onto confession of our hope without wavering for he who promised is faithful". And Hebrews 11:1 says " Now faith is being sure of what we hope for & certain of what we do not see" . The Lord is still Lord & I will still pray for your Harper, you & Scott. And all those grandparents who are weary also from all you guys have been thru. Much love & hugs Kelly, Karen Barnes= Jessica M's mommy
She is just too precious! My prayers continue for Harper, you and Scott. May our Lord hold all of you in His hands and take care of that sweet little baby.
Sending love, hugs and prayers,
Colleen
Louisiana
You are an amazing woman, and I will remember you and your beautiful girl in my prayers. God bless you all!
MOMMY2VIN
Sweet Kelly and Scott,
We have grown to absolutely LOVE your family! We anxiously awaited the birth of Harper and are now praying daily for her safe healing! Our God is a God who heals and restores. I cannot imagine how you must feel seeing your baby like this, but know that God is showing himself real to so mnay though you and your family. You are not alone! Your brothers and sisters in Christ stand with you, lifting you before the throne of grace! Love, love, love you.....and are constantly praying for you and for Harper! Can't wait to see what God has in-store for His precious child!!!!
Danielle and Brad
You don't know me, but I heard about your baby- I live here in Tulsa. I am praying for little Harper- for healing and an awesome testimony that gives all the glory to God. Your family is an inspiration!
Just found out about your blog, and your daughter's need from my sister in law, when I saw she added your button. My prayers are with all of you. PS. No one should look that good while in labor its unfair to the rest of us :)
Oh my goodness, Kelly! I just happened upon your blog from a link at The Secret Martini Diaries. I'm sitting at work fighting back tears after reading all your posts about little Harper. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I can't wait to see pictures of your sweet baby once she's away from all the nasty machines! Hang in there!
Kelly & Scott,
You guys don't know me.. I found your blog from Angie Seamans blog. I just wanted to offer my prayers to your sweet baby girl.
Hang in there and take care of yourself. I've been where you are right now... I know it isn't easy.
Hugs,
Vicki K
I came across your blog through McMama and just can't believe how strong you are. I am amazed at the strength of Harper and your family..and your community! I am praying for Harper like crazy. I just know she will pull through.
What a beautiful family. We're all praying for you and Harper.
The Drozdowski Family
Massachusetts
I loved reading "your story"! I will be praying for you and Harper. She is beautiful.....I think she looks like you (Mom)!!!
Shelley, in Mississippi
Oh sweet Kelly, what is there to say? She is just beautiful...a dream come true, that's for sure!
My husband comes home from work every evening wanting to know "How baby Harper is doing" Your entire family is in our prayers!
-Becca
Mobile, AL
I am praying for your precious baby girl and for you and your family. I found your blog through Kim Wheeler, who I am friends with. Your blog has been a blessing to me and shown me that God is faithful and how wonderful he is. I am lifting up Harper in my prayers. She is so beautiful.
We just wanted you to know that we are praying for you and your sweet family. We serve an incredibly awesome God and we are so thankful that Harper is doing so well.
blessings,
kari & kijsa
Hi Kelly,
I found your blog through a friend of mine and even though we've never met, I am praying for you, your husband, and precious baby Harper. Your blog is so inspiring and uplifting. I love your positive outlook and your faith in God is so encouraging! Please know that I am praying for you! We serve an awesome God and I am so thankful that he is in control!
Well, you don't know me, and I don't know you. I live way up in frigid cold New Hampshire. i just wanted to let you know that I think Harper is absolutely beautiful! She's just gorgeous- and you know, God gave you a nice big baby so that she would be good and sturdy to make it through all this! And her name is lovely! One of my favorites!
I found your blog the day Harper was born, and I've been following and praying ever since! I can't wait to see her beautiful face with open eyes and no tubes- and in your arms! Praying to that end......
Jenna
Praying for you here too. I know you don't know me, but I am a mom of three and I was lucky to have healthy babies. My oldest had heart surgery last summer and I was terrified. He was 17. So I can barely imagine what you must be going through, but she's beautiful and she's improving and that's what you must hold onto. God and Harper have plans and we just have to wait for their timetable. She'll be running circles around both of you in a few short months.
Take care of yourself. She weighs what mine weighed at three months! Those chubby legs just beg kisses don't they.
Harper is so beautiful! There is nothing like a Daddy and his little girl. My daughter is definitely a Daddy's Girl and I am so blessed to have a hubby that is so deeply in love with her as yours is with your little princess!
You are all in our prayers on a daily basis as well as all of the other babies.
By the way...kudos for giving birth the "normal way". My first baby was 8lbs. 15oz. and I thought that was big. LOL!
All of my best to you and your lovely family! :)
Kelly, I love the picture of Harper's little hand. I will continue the prayers on her behalf as well as the other babies in the NICU. Thank you for the updates and know that thousands are praying.
Snoedels are the best! Blair had one too. I'm so glad your precious pumpkin has her mommy near her always! Still praying...
ashlee
ashleemwood@gmail.com
she is TOO cute with a bow in her hair, but I must agree that it's a little small! :o) Praying from NC!
Girl FRIEND!!! and I do mean friend!!!!!! God has blessed me with reading your blog... you along with a few other girls in this blogging community are the reason I started blogging!!! Being able to be surrounded by "Sisters in Christ" is a true gift from GOD!!! I will be praying for you ALL!!! Thank you for being such an amazing person: God really shines through you!!! Love - Katie
Kelly,
Praying that you will soon be holding that sweet baby girl in your arms. God made her such a big girl because he knew she would have the fight of her life ahead of her! She is just amazing and beautiful. Holding you and the other NICU families up in prayer!
Blessings On Your Day!
Gretchen in Omaha
Hi Scott, Kelly, & Harper,
The Tubb Family in McMinnville TN are praying for each one of you. I had a premature baby born 12 years ago and had some scary days at Vanderbilt Children's Hospital in Nashville. God is awesome! With prayers, I have a beautiful healthy daughter (along with two handsome older sons). Keeping your prayers going up to our Lord and giving him the glory....is priceless! We will continue to pray for all of you daily and God Bless You!
Joy Tubb
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