Wednesday, January 28, 2009

O HAPPY DAY!!!!!!!!

THANK YOU FOR PRAYING FOR THE PICC LINE.........................Our prayers were answered above and beyond once again. Harper doesn't even need a PICC line!!!!! We got here this morning and the doctor had to do one test on her and then he said we could take her completely off the respirator and start feeding today!!!!! PRAISE MY JESUS!!!! The nurses were cheering - I was crying - it was just a great day! We didn't expect this for several more days!

(Get ready for a long stream of pictures from our wonderful day!)

Could I smile ANY bigger?????
They gave her a little dog that looked like Dawson and she loved it!
Daddy's little girl
They warned us she might not want to eat. Bigger babies who have been through what she has been through normally don't take to eating. NOT our girl - she's a Stamps. She gulped down her first bottle and was looking for more. So we gave her a 2nd one and that was gone in minutes!
We had a fan club! Our nurses are SO great! I'm going to miss them when we leave.
Harper just STARED at her daddy.
Daddy fed bottle #2
Somebody loves her flower head band
She's already such a happy, content baby.
I've changed a few diapers today
We've got a good eater on our hands!


We call her our "chunky monkey" and we just ADORE her!
She had her 2nd feeding at 5 and we are waiting to feed her again at 8. Tomorrow we start nursing!!!!

I prayed for this child and God has given me what I asked of Him
I Samuel 1:27

We recieved so many cards and wonderful packages and gifts today. If you have sent us something to the hospital - we are getting it! I'm working on thank yous but I want you to know we are SO appreciative of every thought and gift! The love we have been shown by the body of Christ is overwhelming!!!

P.S. I just wanted to say that I have not forgotten the prayer blog. I have been very distracted the last two weeks but I will begin updating again soon. Most likely when I get home - which we are thinking could possibly be the FIRST HALF of next week (if things continue so well!) Oh we can't wait to take Harper home!!!!!!!

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Bethany said...

Oh.my.gosh...is she stinkin cute or what?! Yay for such a great day! Her little bow in her hair makes me giggle and the headband is adorable. I love that you guys have such great nurses ... that is so nice when you are spending time in the NICU! The nurses we had were horrible and they made me cry! LOL! Oh my, Harper is such a chunky little monkey and so so cute! Yay! I can't wait for you guys to get home!

Crystal Chilek said...

Praise God! Harper looks great! It is so awesome that you got to hold and feed her. What a great day!

Kelly @ Sufficient Grace Ministries said...

WOW...Thank you Jesus for this miracle!!! You are holding and feeding your sweet Harper...and it looks like she can't get enough of the feeding or the holding! She is just looking adoringly at both her daddy and her mama! What amazing grace. Praise the Lord...Praise the Lord...Praise the Lord!!!

Rejoicing with you,
Kelly Gerken

Jennie said...

Oh, she is so gorgeous! I love seeing her big, beautiful, bright eyes!

Addimando's said...

Hi, I came across your blog through bring the rain. I have been praying for your little girl, and am so happy to see the wonderful healing that the Lord is doing in her life. I will continue to pray for you and your family. So nice to see you holding your little girl.
God bless all of you.

Alyssa said...

Congratulations! She is BEAUTIFUL! God bless you, your baby, and family. May He keep you all safe and bring your little girl home soon!

Melissa Stover said...

oh kelly! i'm tearful at all the beautiful pictures. what an amazing change. she looks great!! so happy and so do you. i'm so happy for your family. so thankful things turned out this way.

Anonymous said...

Thank you Lord is all I can say! Harper is so beautiful and I know how happy y'all must be! Praying that the coming days bring more wonderful news and sweet pictures!

cajun-girl said...

Praise God! She is the most beautiful baby. You have been so strong and faithful during this ordeal. We have been praying daily for you.

Anonymous said...

I am completely overjoyed for you guys right now! As I scroll down and read your update, I can't help but cry! Harper has such an angelic look...she's just adorable. You have my continued thoughts and prayers!

Erin

Girl Fisher said...

So glad you got to hold and feed here! How wonderful! God is so so great!

April said...

Yayyyyy God! What super news! Congrats!That bowband is perfecto! Awesome! Can't wait to see her in her home with her mommy and daddy!

The Pelhams said...

She is absolutely ADORABLE!!!! Oh she is just beautiful!! Can't wait to hear how nursing goes! Hang in there, you are both lea and ask for help, don't feel awkward if you are having problems! I nursed all 3 of mine, and my 2 girls learned how to latch on wrong and I had to reteach them how to nurse after they were a month old, but I was determined and did it, I had great lactation consultants. It hurts, for the first 2 weeks, they will tell you it doesn't but it did for me!! Good Luck and we will continue praying for a quick release and safe travels home!!

The Garners said...

Ahhhhhh!!!! I nearly jumped out of my chair with excitement when I opened this up and saw you holding/feeding her!!!!!!!! I am SOOOO happy! She does look so happy and content and healthy and rosy, BEAUTIFUL!!! What a wonderful day--congratulations on such huge milestones! I'm smiling from ear-to-ear!!!

Heather said...

She is so adorable! I am so happy that you had such a great day! She will be home in no time! I just love the big flower! Yay! Can't wait to hear that she gets to go home!
Hugs and prayers,
Heather~ On the Homefront

Anonymous said...

Congratulations on all the great news! God is so good! Praising Him for the blessings He is raining down in Harper's life and the work He has already done through her. By the way, she is GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!! I'm sure you know that, but just so you know, other people think she is too. :)

Heather said...

Praise God from whom ALL blessings flow!! She's beautiful! Absolutely beautiful. :-) When the picture of you holding her popped up in my blog reader, it brought tears to my eyes. A lot of us (including me), did not know you before this journey in your life. But through this, we have all felt such love for Harper and your family. We rejoice in this victory for God with you. Praise God!!

Just Call Me Grammy said...

Beautiful pictures of such a sweet answer to our prayers.

Always Pretty in Pink said...

I'm so happy for you! She is so pretty!

Holli said...

Now that is one beautiful baby girl! I have read a lot of blogs recently and this post, by far is the best one I have EVER read! I can't get over how bright her little eyes are! GOD is so good!

Kathleen said...

Love those sweet chapped cheeks! Hopefully the tape evidence will go away soon and isn't painful.

My first baby (soon to be 30) weighted 10 lb 10 oz. Harper is the first baby I have seen that looks as big as he did -- brings back such sweet memories!

She is so beautiful, I am so glad she is doing so much better. God has great things planned for her!

Love and prayers

Unknown said...

Praise the Lord. We are so excited. God is indeed good and Harper is beautiful.
Hannah Hough

Anonymous said...

PRAISE THE NAME OF JESUS!!!
Thank you Lord, for continuing to work miracles!
PS She's a beauty!

Marla Taviano said...

Oh my goodness!! Praise the Lord and Hallelujah!! She's so alert! And beautiful! And you get to nurse her tomorrow!??! WOOOOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOO!!!

Faith said...

Oh my word, look at that sweet baby!!! She is just beautiful, Kelly. I love the one of her looking up at you. My word, that will melt your heart right there! I am so grateful for how well she is doing. God is just amazing!

Anonymous said...

Oh my goodness! What a great post! Praise God. I can't help but cry seeing you hold your gorgeous miracle. I am sooo happy for you guys!!!
Love from Catrina in Oregon.

The Richards Family said...

What an amazing day!!! I am so excited for the three of you.. We have been prayer for your big fighter baby girl, as we will continue too.

-Just another family praying from THE GREAT STATE OF TEXAS!!

amy said...

praise the Lord! He is SOOO faithful! Harper is absolutely precious! We're already praying for an amazing nursing experience... I nursed Abby 18 mos and Josiah is still nursing at 14 mos. Such a special time for you all!

Jennifer said...

Kelly, Praise the Lord! Her eyes are beautiful! She looks absolutely perfect. What a miracle baby! Can't wait for you to bring her home so we can meet her in person!

Unknown said...

What wonderful news! I am so excited for you! She truly is a miracle!!!!

Carol said...

Praise the Lord! She is so alert! What a gorgeous little girl! I'm so happy for you & Scott!
Love & hugs!
Carol ~ in Tulsa

MakeLifeDelicious.com said...

I can tell you every one of us that has been praying for this precious little angel cried tears of great joy when we saw this today!!!! Your 'chunky monkey' could not be more precious!!!! You can see the joy bursting from your face. It is so wonderful to see you holding your precious Harper! What a blessing and we are all praising our wonderful Lord with you and Scott. Kelly, you, Scott and Harper have so much joy to so many lives and I would like to thank you for sharing your life with us. The Lord is doing a might work through you. May He continue to bless you, Scott and little Harper. Love, Sunshine (Sherwood, Ar)

valerie said...

I've been waiting for the day I would click on your blog and see the picture of you and Scott holding Harper.
She is so precious how she just stares into your faces.
I'm so thankful to our awesome God for taking such great care of Harper.
Love & prayers,
Valerie (OK)

cheryl said...

Well GLORY BE!!! Is that a SMILE on her face already??? I'm going to say yes!
So thankful for no PICC! God is amazing if only we ask!

Thank you for sharing all this so our faith may be buoyed too!

BEAUTIFUL!

kellydee said...

Hi Kelly. I have been following your blog for a while now and I have just been so touched by your faithfulness through all of this. I found your blog about a year ago and would check in frequently. When I read that you were pregnant, I kept checking back in to see how you were doing. I kept thinking 'There is no one who deserves a baby more' so the day you were induced, I was constantly checking in to see how it was going. When I read the first post after Harper was born, my heart just sank. I immediately began praying and I have been ever since. I have learned more about prayer in the past two weeks through you than I have in all my 12 years of being a Christian. I have never prayed so hard for anyone, and I kept thinking 'This is definitely God working b/c I don't even know this person!' :) I mentioned your story to two of my friends, and they had also read about Harper through blogs that they read! It has just been so amazing to see God's hand in all of this. Harper is beautiful and I think she is such a blessed little girl to have you and Scott as parents. Thank you for sharing your life and your faith with all of us!
p.s. My 3 yr-old little girl, Hadley, and I were saying a prayer for Harper the other day and as we said 'Amen' she assured me that 'God and Jesus will make her all better!' I thought that was so cute and so true.

Kyle and Shalen said...

Harper is BEAUTIFUL! What a gorgeous baby girl you have! Oh my...and that flower head band...just too cute!

Hillary @ The Other Mama said...

I know you have hundreds of these comments, but we have been praying for you all daily. Praise God for such an amazing development!!! God's healing hands are miraculous! You are an awesome witness to what He can do when His glory is going to SHINE!!!
Happy dancing in Alabama!!!
Hillary

The Flesher Family said...

oh look at that beautiful face. I cried just looking at the pictures. We have been asking God that you could hold her soon. GOd is so good and we are so thankful for your daily updates so we can so closely see God answering the prayers of so many. You have a beautiful baby and she look so precious in her new bows:) Great job Mom!!
Take care and enjoy every feeding!
Lindsey

Big Mama said...

I am seriously crying right now. God is so good!

And, oh! I could eat her up with that sweet flower headband and those big beautiful eyes. BEAUTIFUL!

heather spratt said...

You asked, we prayed, God answered...Praise be to God! That is the CUTEST baby girl EVER!!! I could not be happier for your family. Our God truly is an AWESOME God!!

"The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all of their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." Psalm 34:17-18

Still praying...
Heather

Ava said...

Kelly,
What a sweet and special day for you and that precious baby girl! My daughter is close in age to Harper and I have kept up with your story and have prayed for God's protection over Harper! We are thrilled to see how she is thriving in her Momma's arms! Oh happy day!
Love and Prayers!
Jenny

Amber Filkins said...

Yay!!!! I am SO happy! She is so beautiful! Praise the Lord!

Amber

Frugal Jen said...

God is good! Seeing that sent tears of joy and knowing the power of prayer. Wow!!!

She is beautiful!

Anonymous said...

This is my first time here. I'm praising God with you!!! She is a beautiful baby.

~Lynn

Anonymous said...

Hello from Texas! I happened on to your blog from the reading someone else's. Harper is absolutely beautiful. I am soooo excited at what the Lord is doing for this little angel. She looks so sweet. Praise His Name for your wonderful testimony. You have touched so many lives.

Leigh Anne H.
Houston, TX

Jennisa said...

OMGoodness Kelly! I just cannot believe what I am seeing today with Harper! God has been so faithful! She is so precious, and just beautiful! I am looking forward to seeing more photos with her beautiful eyes, and that HUGE smile of yours! :)

Daughter of The KING said...

Somebody shout 'HALELUJA'!!! We have an awesome God who loves to give us good gifts. Your baby is absolutely beautiful! Will continue to remember your family and the staff there in my prayers.
Blessings
~Betty

Jennifer said...

YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have been checking ALL DAY for an update and am so glad you were spending the day with Harper and not updating us! God is good.
-Jennifer in OR

sarahross said...

It is amazing to see these pictures. God DOES answer our prayers. Harper is absolutely gorgeous.

Rachelle said...

He's listening! It is so good to see these new pictures of little miss looking quite healthy and content in her Mommy and Daddy's arms. That's exactly where she belongs. We'll continue to pray for her strength and her homecoming!

Terry said...

God is so good! I will continue to pray for your gorgeous girl!!

Anonymous said...

Oh my, those pictures are so heart-warming! Congratulations on being able to hold your precious baby girl today! I've been praying for this day to come, and it's finally here. Harper looks so adorable in her big flower headband, she looks so happy and alert!

Congrats again, I look forward to seeing what the coming days have in store for you all.

God Bless!
~Patty Avila
Lemoore, CA

Footprints Ministry said...

Praise the Lord! What an exciting day today was! We'll continue to pray for more improvement! Our prayers are being answered!

“Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks, receives. Everyone who seeks, finds. And to everyone who knocks, the door will be opened." Matthew 7:7-8

Lynette said...

I am so happy for you, Scott and Harper. Jesus is so awesome and I know that he is so using this to His glory. You have been such a testament to Him and your faith is amazing.

Jessica said...

Tears came to my eyes as i read your post and looked at pictures of the most beautiful baby ever!!! I am so happy for you and your husband that Harper is doing so much better!! God is sooo good!!

Annie said...

YAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!!! OH MY GOSH OH MY GOSH I ALMOST HYPERVENTILATED WHEN I SAW UR POST!!!!!!!!!! SHE IS SOOOOO GORGEOUS & HAS A BEAUTIFUL SMILE!!!!!!! I LOVE HER :) WHAT A TESTIMONY TO SO MANY PEOPLE!!!! YAY YAY YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

zum the mum said...

Kelly, I've been following your blog since Harper was born. I found you through Angie and BooMama, but I actually live in Tulsa so I feel so close! (I hope that doesn't sound weird). We have been praying for this sweet baby girl, and it is just AMAZING all that God has doen in the past 2 weeks. He is good!!!!! I'm so happy for you and so thankful that Miss Harper is doing so well. Can't wait to hear that you're heading home. I will keep praying. -Melissa from Tulsa, OK

Angie said...

Kelly she is so cute!! I am so glad that you both got to hold her today!! It's wonderful that she will be able to go home next week!!

The Bounds Family said...

Praise God. She is beautiful just like her mommy.

Anonymous said...

Harper is BEAUTIFUL! Continuing to pray for you guys.

Amy said...

Looks like it has been said several hundreds of times already today, but SHE IS BEAUTIFUL!!!! I was so happy to see the news. But, for some reason, you holding your precious baby girl is exactly what I expected to see as I waited for your site to load. God is so good. Thanks for sharing.

Amy

Kara S. said...

Oh, Kelly, that first picture brought tears to my eyes. How precious is that picture - mommy finally holding her baby!!! Praise our precious Lord!

pcb said...

How wonderful to SEE HER IN YOUR ARMS!!!!!

Anonymous said...

Kelly, sweetheart....you know that your FBC friends have been PRAYING for a miracle long before we knew Harper was a thought. The wonderful thing is that our precious Lord knew the "reality" of what was to come.

Who knew that your easy pregnancy would lead to something so scary after birth?? He knew. Make no mistake...He knew...and the events that transpire each day we see the miracle unfold, and His promises are new every second of each day!!

I am so very proud of you and Scott, and how you have ENCOURAGED this blogland by carrying us with you through this trial. The trial is almost OVER and the fun is about to begin!! Let the "BOWS" begin!!! :) I'm so glad that outside of blogland, I consider you a friend, and a WONDERFUL singing mate in choir!!! I cannot wait to hug your neck and see that precious miracle face to face!!!!!

God is sooooooooooooooo good!!!!

Luv ya' - Angie Slone

carozza said...

yeah!!!!!!!! she is just adorable! love the flower headband!!!!

Karen said...

Praise Jesus, for this wonderful news. Your "Chunky Monkey" is absolutely beautiful. You all have been through so much and I am just inspired by your faith throughout this difficult time. We are still praying! The power of prayer is an amazing tool!!!

Love from TN,
Karen

Colleen said...

I cannot get over this miracle - when I saw baby Harper awake and looking so beautiful, I cried. Thank you for sharing your story with all of us. Thank you for reminding me that God is good... I was beginning to forget. But when I look at Harper it is so obvious to me that He took care of her.
Congratulations to your beautiful family!

Anonymous said...

Praise Jesus! I am so happy for you and know that your hearts are filled with JOY! She is beautiful!!! I will be praying for you both regarding the nursing. It can be a bit of a struggle for mama and baby both but you will adjust to it beautifully!

Stacie said...

she is beautiful! i will pray for ease with breast feeding...

Gail said...

She is so beautiful! Thank you Lord for this precious baby.

Amanda said...

Kelly, I posted a few hours ago, but found myself looking at the post again. I just can't get over how ADORABLE your little girl is!!! And how dramatic the change is from last week!!! I love the little rosy cheeks and the pink bow in her soft hair and how she is gazing at her daddy. I love seeing her in her Mommy's arms. Just where she belongs! May God continue to bless you. Thank you so much for sharing your story, your faith and your daughter with us!!!

Tracy said...

I was SO happy to get on tonight and see such beautiful pictures of Harper! How wonderful to see her with her eyes open and eating! I am so happy that she didn't have to have her PICC line! She will be home before you know it! You will do great nursing! It will be such a sweet moment! Hope you have another great day tomorrow!

Lynn said...

Oh, wow! What a praise. No wonder you didn't post until later today. You've been busy with your angel. She's precious!!

Anonymous said...

God bless that beautiful baby! She is perfection and I am so beyond happy for all of you. Your unwavering faith is an inspiration to us all. Love from CA - Sheila

Chele said...

Oh Kelly! Tears filled my eyes when I saw you holding your precious girl! Praise the Lord for He is GOOD! She is soooo beautiful and I am so glad she proved to be a great eater! Keep up the good work Harper baby! We are all still praying for you!
Chele,KS

SF said...

Oh, Praise the Lord!!!!!!!
Harper is doing SO well, and she's - well, she's just perfect. :)
I'll keep praying for you as you transition from hospital to home. All the best, guys!
Love, Saminda.

Melissa and Cas said...

So thankful for you that you finally get to hold your precious baby! I love the hot pink bow that matches your hot pink! I check your blog everyday to check on the progress of Harper and your family. So glad for all the blessings that have come to you and your husband this week!

Melissa from Alabama

Tina said...

Wow, what a beautiful angel. I am so happy that your prayers are being answered. Breast feeding is wonderful, I hope it goes well. Have a blessed week! Looks like it's off to a great start.

Ter said...

I'm so glad your little girl is doing so well, and look at that big smile on her face!!!! :) Love the big flower band!

k and c's mom said...

Had to check your blog one more time before bed: so glad I did!
Bless God for all the good news! WHAT A BEAUTIFUL, ALERT, PRECIOUS daughter you are, Harper!
Thank you, Jesus. You are faithful.

Holly said...

Praise God. She looks wonderful!

kim_brough said...

You don't know me and I don't know you but I am SO EXCITED that Harper is off the vent!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Praise be to God. Woo hoo!

Anonymous said...

She is absolutely the most gorgeous baby girl I have ever laid my eyes on. What a blessing! Good luck with nursing. =) Beautiful Harper is just a big ol' PRAISE THE LORD!!!

Reen said...

I have been reading and praying for this moment for your family! Congratulations! Your baby girl is not only a miracle of God, but also just the cutest little bundle!

CMC said...

PTL! These pictures bring tears to my eyes and I am SO happy for you all. What a wonderful testimony to God's amazing grace :) Sending much love and prayers to you, Scott and beautiful baby Harper!

Tennille said...

GOD is Good!!

Harper is just precious-precious. I love her head bands. I cannot believe how alert she is. She'll be a great sleeper when you get her home because she'll be used to noise too. That's one good thing about a NICUnit!

This is just wonderful news. I check your blog twice a day for updates. I've even added you to my list of blogs-hope you don't mind:)

I truly believe I found you guys for a reason. I am a Christian and I find peace in your words.

You will have such a great testimony for your church as well as others.

Bless you all and I can't wait for tomorrow's good news:)

-Tennille

Kristen Good said...

Oh she is just so amazing. She looks so alert, cute and wonderful!! I am so happy for you all!! (BTW, I found your blog from Angie's. Hope you don't mind.) Jesus is good. :)

P.S. - Where did you buy that ADORABLE headband from?

Jen said...

I have tears of joy in my eyes!! Harper is so beautiful and precious! Thank you Jesus for baby Harper!

Anonymous said...

She is too cute...and I am definitely not just saying that!! I am so thankful that she is doing so well and I know that y'all are just thrilled! Praise the Lord!!
Liz in NC

Kelli said...

WONDERFUL!!!!!!

Thank you Lord!

Christensen's said...

I found your blog just when you had little Harper. I cried when I read what you were going through and prayed for you, your family, and little Harper. I'm so glad she's doing so amazing!! She's beautiful. You remind me a lot of myself... we would be great friends if we ever met. Well Congratulations and we'll keep praying for her!

Tamara said...

rejoicing with you on this wonderful day! i pray that nursing goes well for you tomorrow...what a joy it was for me to see you holding your sweet harper (and i find this funny as i type this because i will never meet you...but i am so committed to praying for you and your precious family! such is blogland i guess! :) ).
god is so good and i am so excited at your wonderful news!
--tamara in minnesota

Melis.sa said...

That is sooo awesome!! She's beautiful!! So glad to see you holding her in your arms. God is great!

Anonymous said...

I am soooo thrilled for you! She is absolutely gorgeous! I must admit that I had not prayed in years until I ran accross your blog and read your story. I have prayed for you and your family and I am elated that today she was well and in your arms. I will continue to pray for you and your family and I send a very big thank you to you and Harper for sharing your story and helping me find my faith, something that I never even realized was missing!

Ashlie said...

PRAISE THE LORD!! Isn't it amazing how our God can turn things around so quickly? Harper is proof that Jesus HEARS our prayers and loves us enough to give us the desires of our hearts!! Keep it up sweet baby girl! Your mama wants to take you home with her!!

Meredith said...

OOHHH KELLY! I am just squealing with excitement! She is just sooo precious!!!! She is gorgeous and I love all these pictures of her! AWW how happy you all must be!

Anonymous said...

All the pictures you have shared have been wonderful, but today's are indescribable! Kelly, in the first picture you look radiant. And of course, Harper looks beautiful in all of them. I think my favorite is the one of her gazing at her Daddy. What a beautiful answer to prayer.

Kellianne said...

Oh Kelly! She is precious and I am sooooo happy for you! Praise God! Praise God!

Melissa said...

I'm so happy for you that she is doing well and that you were able to hold her and feed her today! I'm sure it is a moment you will never forget. Praise the Lord!

Anonymous said...

I have no idea who you are, but found your blog from Big Mama and Boo Mama and have been tracking Harper's progress. She is so beautiful! God IS the Great Physician! Since I'm a grandmother I've enjoyed your Dad's perspective on his blog too.

SometimesSheWhispers said...

Yea! I was so excited to see the picture of you holding her I almost shouted out loud! She.is.perfect! You've got a beautiful little girl on your hands...and she's got more hair than my 18 month old!

Angela said...

There isn't a dry eye in our house with this update!! She is absolutely gorgeous!! We could not be happier for all of you:)

Anonymous said...

Harper is just absolutely beautiful. I wondered today if you might just be holding her. I know this will be a day you will treasure in your heart all of your days.
Rejoicing with you and continuing to pray. Will specifically pray for the nursing to go well.
Julie D.

The Barnes Crew said...

YAY, what FANTASTIC news!!!!!!! I'm so happy for you all and she is such a GORGEOUS baby! Congratulations Stamps family!!!

God Bless!

Al's World said...

PRAISE THE LORD!!!!!!! Our God is so good to meet all of our needs! I know several nurses and they are wonderful. She is absolutely gorgeous! I just look at her in awe of all she has been through and the first pics of her, and now she is just eating and looking like nothing went wrong at all! What a trooper!!! I am so glad that you got to hold her, too long in coming I am sure!

Misti said...

I was so happy to open your blog & see the pictures of you holding Miss Harper! She's beautiful. I've been reading your blog since her birth & have been praying for you guys. God is AWESOME! I can't wait to hear about your journey home with your little one!

The George Family said...

God is good Kelly, I am so excited that you were able to hold and feed her today! All our love from Denver

Anonymous said...

Kelly, Tears are streaming down my face. These pictures are exactly what I prayed for today. I was not praying for a PICC line, I was praying for there to be no need for one. Harper probably knew that yesterday and that is why they couldn't get one in! Happy Feeding and good luck nursing tomorrow. I know she will "latch on" like a champ.

Anonymous said...

Awesome news! She looks so much better, and just too cute for words!
I hope things keep progressing well. :)

Kate in Austin said...

I love her big flower!

Rachel www.jackandcoledesigns.com said...

Kelly!!!! We are so excited for Harper!!! She is so stunningly beautiful!!

I am SO LOVING that headband on her head!!

Where I can mail something to Harper?! Please let me know!!

Unknown said...

YEA!!! I know I write this everytime, but she is absolutely beautiful! What a precious, sweet girl you have.

She reminds me SO much of my 6 month old little girl. Emmie was 9 pounds, 5 ounces when she was born and had dark hair just like Harper. My sister and I both see so much of a resemblance.....crazy! :) We also call Emmie "chunky monkey!"

Hope you have a great day tomorrow and get lots of snuggles with your chunky monkey.

Gene Steiner said...

Kelly, we praise God with your entire family and all your friends. Harper is such a beautiful baby. We thank the Lord we had the privilege of meeting you and your mom Judy, and praying for you all. we know that our Gosd has answered our prayers and will continue to raise up Harper for a divine destiny.
Gene and Kathy

Marci @All Things Wonderful said...

Praise God! What a great day! She is so pretty.

Ashley said...

Kelly, she is just beautiful----praise the LORD! It makes me so anxious to meet my little girl. I really wish we were in the same town so we could be friends. I need a TV and new mommy buddy! :o) So thrilled for you!

Penny said...

Wow.............. Tears are streaming here! I can't imagine how you could look so incredible for your pictures. My eyes would like like the all night cry. She is SO beautiful and look at her leaps and bounds progress.
I hope the nursing goes well for you. That was my favorite thing about all our babies.
I love all the hats and headbands... I was so exciting to see all the pictures.

Continuing the prayers here for you to all be home together with a 100% Harper soon!

Sunshine said...

OH MY! She is just beautiful and I am SO incredibly happy for you all. Praise Him! I cannot even think of words to express the joy - I am SO SO very happy for y'all! Sunshine

Lindsey said...

Wow! God is so good! It is absolutely miraculous how far she has come this week. Undeniable! Congratulations! She is a beautiful girl!

Anonymous said...

This has brought me to tears - what an amazing (and often unpredictable!) God we have. To see you both with your beautiful girl after all she has been through is proof that He makes all things possible. Harper is such a blessing and I am just thrilled for you and your family!

My name is Kristen! said...

that's amazing. shes absolutely beautiful, it's so wonderful to see her face. thank you Jesus for healing your sweet baby girl. keep the pictures coming!!!!!

Preppy Pink Crocodile said...

I'm crying tears of joy!! Beyond exciting!!

Unknown said...

PRAISE GOD! All who visit your blog are witnessing GOD at work. He is showing us what he can do if we just trust him!

She is just BEAUTIFUL...

Anonymous said...

OHHHH KELLY, I've been away from my computer since earlier this afternoon but (as always) had to check in before bed... and I'm SO glad that I did. I'm so very happy for you, Scott and Harper!!!!! She is so beautiful!!! The headband is a HUGE hit in my book!! Lots of love & hugs, Nina

pinkmommy said...

Praise God for answering our prayer! She does look like her daddy! She is gorgeous. Congratulations!!!

P.S. I hope you don't have too many Newborn size outfits...it looks like she is going to skip that size! I just love chubby babies!

caknitter said...

What a wonderful day!! I'm just elated for you. Your little Princess looks so happy and healthy. Thank you for sharing your story and pictures with the world. Harper has won the hearts of everyone, especially my own.
God bless you.

Anonymous said...

GREAT is His Faithfulness! She is so beautiful Kelly, like a little cherub. I am so happy for your happy day. Praying for more amazing improvement and for the nursing to go well.

FaceforGrace said...

I was laying on the couch watching Idol and had to grab by laptop because I had a feeling there was going to be a good update! How exciting to see that my feeling was right. She is beautiful and I know you guys are so excited! How wonderful to finally be able to hold her!

I only started reading your blog the day your daughter was born, but I have to tell you that your faith is so incredible! You and your husband are an amazing testimony to the Lord.

G. said...

What a blessing! For Harper to see her loving parents and for them to see their precious sweet girl. I am so very happy for all of you...
She is beautiful and looks so healthy!

Micah said...

Ohhhhh, she is beautiful! Praise God for what He is doing in your family!

Anonymous said...

Hooray! For you to finally hold her in your arms... and for Harper to feel your arms around her and get to look up at her mommy & Daddy! These photos are a wonderful sight to behold after so many prayers from so many people!
Praising God along with you...

Jamie said...

Praise the Lord! What wonderful news! Harper is so precious!!! Blessings to you and your family!

Love in Christ,
Jamie

{K} said...

She's beautiful! So bright eyed and alert! I'm so happy for you all that you get to hold and feed her now!!

Jennifer said...

YAY!! That is so awesome! She is absolutely adorable! I pray that the nursing goes great tomorrow. I'm sure it will! :)

Thank YOU, Lord! :)

Mona said...

Thank you Jesus!! I'm so happy to see the proud parents holding their precious miracle Harper!!! Such a blessing.

Farmchick said...

Oh I am so happy and thankful that you are both able to hold baby Harper....what a wonderful feeling to hold your baby!! She is precious...continued prayers for you all!
Tania

Christy said...

I am so blessed by reading.. our God is good!

Anonymous said...

Congradulations! She is beautiful and strong!

Unknown said...

Praise Jesus! She is absolutely beautiful. I have been praying for your sweet girl and your family. What a miracle!

PinkPokaDot0518 said...

YAY YAY YAY!!!! Praise The LORD!! She's beautiful and I know y'all are ecstatic to be able to hold her and love on her. I'll be praying that nursing goes well tomorrow!! :o)

Unknown said...

Oh my goodness Kelly she is adorable. Praise the Lord you got to hold your amazing little girl today. What a joy it must have been. I am still wiping tears from reading. What a joyful day

Tara Gibson said...

oh my word she is such a doll! look at those big eyes and that headband! Praise the lord! I am sooo happy!

Susan said...

What a beautiful girl!!! I'm SO happy for you!!! =)

becca said...

AWESOME!!!!!!!

Jodi said...

God is good! She is beautiful. We will pray she can come home soon!

Take care
Jodi

Megan said...

Rejoicing in Texas! Praise God for His faithfulness! Thank you for being such an inspiration. Harper is an absolute doll!

John and Elizabeth Fowler said...

I am so happy for you guys!! I found your blog through a friend and have been praying for you from the start. God is so faithful and good!
I just have to say, when you start nursing it's going to be hard but stick with it...it's so worth it!! I can't tell you how many times I wanted to throw in the towel and go to formula...but the Lord is my strength and (as He is already showing you)! Good luck and praise Jesus...she is just so beautiful!! Again, I am so happy for you guys :) Blessings!!

Tiffany said...

What a precious baby you have. God is good and Harper is proof of a miracle performed by her Father. Enjoy the feedings, the late nights and all the firsts...it goes by so fast. We are so happy for you all.
Love,
Tiffany (California)

Jill said...

Kelly, she is so beautiful! She's even showing her little personality in these pics!

I sit here crying while looking at these pictures. God is an awesome God!

((HUGS))

Jill said...

Kelly, she is so beautiful! She's even showing her little personality in these pics!

I sit here crying while looking at these pictures. God is an awesome God!

((HUGS))

WillowLakeScents said...

What a HAPPY DAY !! Harper is absolutely beautiful & you are glowing !! Continued Prayers !
(((HUGS)))

Jill said...

Kelly, she is so beautiful! She's even showing her little personality in these pics!

I sit here crying while looking at these pictures. God is an awesome God!

((HUGS))

Melissa Lea said...

Thank you Lord for pouring out your sweet blessings on this precious baby!

I know you guys have to be so happy! It's funny that my hubby and I call our baby our chunky monkey too!

Michelle said...

I am so happy to find out that you were able to hold and feed her today! Praise God!!! Hopefully you will all be home soon!

Anonymous said...

I am SO HAPPY for you all!! Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift!!!! Praise the Lord!!!!!!!!!!

Alesha @ Full Time Mama said...

Woo HOO!! So amazing, yet not surprised since God can do ALL THINGS!! Beautiful.

Anonymous said...

Wonderful wonderful news!! She's gorgeous!!

Samantha said...

Praise God!!!!!! WOW- I am so happy to see those pictures of you holding your baby girl!!! WONDERFUL!!!!! :)

Kristin (kekis) said...

Through the tears in my eyes, I am witnessing your miracle and sharing in your joy. Harper's eyes are open and alert; her swelling has gone down significantly; she's breathing and happy and cute and I could go on & on! She is beautiful - looks like a perfect mix of you both. God bless you all, and thank you for sharing your joy with all of us.

Megan said...

Look how beautiful she is! Very excited for your family--will keep praying!

The Walkie Talkie said...

OH MY GOODNESS- Could she be ANY cuter???? or sweeter???? or more precious???? I just don't think so. And she didn't even need that silly pic line thingy (sorry for the misspelling). God knew that yesterday! And look at what all He did today!!!! Praises, smiles, tears and a whole lot of love, Jenny Beth

Lissa said...

She is beautiful! This is the day that the Lord has made let us rejoice in Him!=]

Unknown said...

I am thrilled for you all! LOOK at HER! Beautiful! (just like her mamma!) Congratulations!
Prayers from Norway

krislyn. said...

PRAISE Jesus!!!!!! She is a true beauty, Scott better keep his eye on all those little boys!

Miss JRenae said...

She is beautiful, just like her Mom!!! :) Sending you a great BIG hug from Arizona...you all are in our continued thoughts and prayers!!!

Dana said...

I have no words except PRAISE THE LORD!!

Jackie said...

Oh Kelly - I am just in awe of this beautiful little girl! Those eyes! Those chunky little legs! She is truly an amazing miracle.

I am holding on to 1 Samuel 1:27 for myself - I know He's faithful!

Elissa said...

Oh, Harper is just gorgeous! I have been praying for all of you since she was born and am so happy to see her without that ventilator! And for her to chug down two bottles? Amazing! I am a NICU nurse, so I know how amazing it is first hand! What a trooper that girl is! I am so happy for you and will continue to pray!

~*~Birdy~*~ said...

What a Beautiful Gift! She is adorable and so happy! Bless you all! ~*~SmileS~*~Birdy

Lisa said...

Yea!!! This post made me laugh because both of my babies were very large (and had issues too) but we called our son "Chunky Monkey". How funny! I am beyond thrilled for the 3 of you. She is so precious. :)

Kristen said...

OH! This just brought tears to my eyes to see you holding her!! Beautiful little Harper - we knew she could do it! I am so happy for you!!

DeDe Weeks said...

Warm tears of joy steaming down my cheeks. Harper is so beautiful, but what really amazes me is how alert she is!!! She seems more like a 3 month old...at least!!! Praise God!!!

Anonymous said...

His mercies are new everyday!

The joy in everyone's faces is contagious. Thanks for sharing Harper with the world.

Continuing Prayers from North Texas.

Jennifer said...

Rejoicing with you & your family on Harper's continued improvement. Our God is truly an AWESOME God!! I so enjoyed looking at all the pics of sweet little Harper. She is just gorgeous!!! Continuing to pray & hoping that you'll all be home together soon!

Jennifer
Greenville, SC

Suz said...

I don't think I have ever seen anything more precious and valuable then these pictures! She is gorgeous! Praise God!

Janetta Gray said...

I am so excited for you! I can't even imagine the fullness that your heart feels at this moment! God is so good! We have been diligent in our prayers for your baby girl & are so thankful to Him for each that He has answered! Can't wait to see the upcoming photos of Miss Harper in her gorgeous nursery!

Megan said...

Oh, my, what a wonderful post! I must say when I read your post about the PICC line I knew she was going to end up needing one!! You are simply beaming and Harper is just gorgeous!! You will be an old pro at diaper changing if you can do it around all those wires!!

I am praising Jesus here with tears streaming down my face!

Thanks for the pics!

PunkRockChic said...

Harper is absolutely gorgeous! I've continued to keep her in my prayers and am so glad to see her pulling through!

Janai Rogers said...

I could not be more excited for you. You were on my mind today and I remember each step you take and how exciting they are. I cannot wait till they tell you to take your beautiful girl home. It only gets better! Can you imagine?!?!?

Taryn said...

I lOVE the pictures! What a wonderful answer to so many prayers! I've been faithfully following your blog, but reluctant to leave a comment as you've been pretty popular these past few days! Enjoy every minute of God's new little blessing in your life. Motherhood is wonderful and something I prayed for for quite some time as you did. May God continue to bless you and your family! Harper is beautiful and looks so much like her pretty Mama!

Hugs and prayers from Texas!

Amber said...

Kelly, little Harper looks healthier just from her pictures! She is precious and I am excited that you got to fed her today and she was a good little eater! Thanks for another encouraging update.

Mrs. Valente said...

Yea! Yea! Yea! Yea! I am sooo excited to see her in your arms, and with her gorgeous eyes wide open!!! Praise Jesus!

mommyto3 said...

I just began following your blog last week and have been praying about your sweet Harper with my own 3 kids. I am so happy to see her awake and in your arms! What a blessing! Enjoy her!!!

Lacy said...

Unbelievable!!!!!!Harper is so pretty and Im so overjoyed that she is alert and of the respirator and no picc!!! Whoo Hoo Harper. She does look so happy and content...It is so neat to see her personality when she is awake. Many praying for you still in Texas.

Janet said...

Oh what wonderful news! Look how alert Harper is? She is beautiful! Praise God for prayers answered.
Sending love as always from South Africa!
x

Shari said...

I am sitting here bawling like a baby! Tears of joy and happiness for you and Harper! The Lord healed your baby! Praise Him! I am so excited to hear about her progress in the next days. I am praying she nurses and goes to town the first time. Yay Harper!

Anonymous said...

Kelly,

What a beautiful sight. I know your heart was about to burst to hold that precious girl! And she is gorgeous alright! I love those ruddy cheeks! What a strong girl you have there--momma you did such a good job growing her!!
I pray that nursing will go well! It is such an amazing experience--nothing more natural in the world. It makes you feel so connected although it can be a bit sore at the beginning so be prepared.
Kelly, thank you so much for continuing to share this story. It is like a ray of light for me. I was just mentioning to me husband that I can hardly watch the news now for all of the terrible stories about murders, and child abuse and other things that seem to weigh so heavily on me. I truly find that it begins to affect me negatively. But coming here, and seeing this real life miracle and the testament of your never-ceasing love and faith. Well, it is just good for the soul.
Thank you again.

Shelly said...

Oh today's post really brought tears of joy to my eyes! I know you melted when you were able to hold that sweet baby! Praise Our Sweet Heavenly Father! Congratulations!

Caitie & Bailey's mama said...

This is wonderful news! I'm so glad prayers are being answered. What a beautiful baby; love the pics! I'm so happy for you and your family. I'm crying and smiling at the same time. :)

P.S. I enjoy reading your blog.

Pam said...

Hey, I am hosting a giveaway on my blog for a minky security blanket, that is MONOGRAMMED. (I know how much you like these things;))

These are really one of a kind as they have little beanies on them, so they are great for nursing covers that don't fall off, or for holding a binky in while driving.

I thought you might want to look at it. They are so flippin cute.

http://theflockofbirds.blogspot.com/2009/01/bloggy-giveaway.html

I didn't want to post about it before, because I know how stressful things are, but now that Harper is doing so well, and you can be a bit more relaxed, I thought maybe you would be interested.

Rhett sends Harper lots and lots of ((HUGS))

seesawfaith said...

Your sweet family has been a hot topic at work and on my IM. We start the day with updates on Harper (and Mom and Daddy) and then praise praise praise!!! What a beautiful answer to prayer. She is georgous and so very alert! Beautiful eyes and I love the flower.

By the way...we aren't done praying and praising! God is good all the time!

Anonymous said...

Oh my goodness! What a beautiful, sweet little girl. I came across your blog from my daughters blog, who has a handsome, sweet little boy. Andrew Harrison Horn is his name. You have so many messages I wasn't going to post because know you can't read them all. But, my grandson was born two months early and in the NICU. The picture of you feeding Harper reminded me so much of my daughter feeding our sweet baby. It just makes me cry and praise God for these miracles we have witnessed. I know you can't wait to get that little girl home Congratulations!!!

tickledpink said...

What a glorious day for you and Scott! I know you were elated to be able to finally hold precious Harper! She looks so happy being held by her parents, and of course in that adorable flower head band! Praise God for prayers that have been answered! Harper is just the cutest, most beautiful, happy baby in those pictures! What a testimony she has been to everyone!

sumi said...

OH Kelly, she is just the sweetest thing. Looking at her just warms my heart.

Jaclyn said...

I am SO HAPPY to hear that little Harper is doing well. She is adorable!!!

LitterOf2 said...

You don't know me yet but I found your blog through the grapevine, and I am so amazingly proud of your little girl and your entire family. I can't WAIT to see that gorgeous lady start to grow up.

I started to get tears in my eyes when I saw the picture of Harper looking @ her daddy - that's the way my son stares at me! You really have one strong, stunning little girl.

harmonysong said...

Thank you LORD JESUS!! I AM SO HAPPY FOR YOU!! What a story you are going to be able to tell about Harper's entrance to this world! People are going to be drawn to Jesus!

Anonymous said...

oh Kelly~ I was so thrilled to see you holding that precious baby! I have been praying of course for Harper and her healing but also that you Kelly would be able to hold your girl soon. Oh this is so wonderful!! Praise the Lord!!! He is good!!! I haven't commented often but I am following to see what our Lord is doing- you all are in my prayers. God bless you. I am so thrilled for you all and thank God for His answer! She is absolutley gorgeous by the way!
God bless~
Gail

Anonymous said...

Praise my Jesus is right! These dear people are total strangers to me, other than being brothers and sisters in Christ,but I cried getting to see them hold their baby for the first time. NICUs can be scary places and I am glad to be able to pass along the prayers that my family got when my nieces were there to another famly.

Mrs. Joyce said...

Thank you Father God! I am so thankful and joyful and grinning with tears. I'm so pleased to see her accessorizing with bows, stuffed animals and monogrammed blankets. That is what separates us from the animals, you know.

Anonymous said...

Had to laugh at the number of comments today. Doubt if you'll even see this in the midst of all of them but oh my! These are THE most amazing photos! Can't even put into words how thrilled I am for your family!!!!!!!!!
Stopping by to let you know I'm still here praying!
Psalms 27:7-9 Hear, O LORD, when I cry with my voice: have mercy also upon me, and answer me. When thou saidst, Seek ye my face; my heart said unto thee, Thy face, LORD, will I seek. Hide not thy face far from me; put not thy servant away in anger: thou hast been my help; leave me not, neither forsake me, O God of my salvation.
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