Saturday, December 22, 2007

Indescribable


Yesterday was a day that we will never forget. Jenn got to hold Drew for the first time! Mommy and Daddy got to sing and talk to Drew for almost 45 minutes while he cuddled on Mommy's chest. The feelings of love that we have for him are so strong and this experience forever changed us. Drew has an extremely powerful presence and we feel very blessed to have him. He is doing well and his lungs might take a while to fully mature but he is stable and oxygenating better every day. We can't wait until we can hold him again, we just love him so much.

19 comments:

Anonymous said...

This picture made me cry! Jenn you look SO beautiful. It's a moment (and picture) you will cherish forever I'm sure.
Julie Weiss

Natalie said...

What a beautiful picture and a wonderful day for you guys! We're excited to see you in a couple days!

The Cooks said...

Congrats!! That is so awesome that you were able to hold Drew for a while. I can only imagine the emotions that were going through your minds.. Merry Christmas to you guys, I will see you the day after im sure! Until then, keep me posted. Love ya!

Jen and Mark said...

I'm so happy you got to hold Drew! What a great Christmas present!!

Anonymous said...

Your picture holding Drew brought tears to my eyes and memories of the first time I finally got to hold my girls also. "Indescribable" is the perfect word. It helped me to feel so much more connected like I was really being a mom. All three of you amaze me. Keep positive. We continue to pray for you.

Thomas and Mandi said...

How exciting that you got to snuggle that cute little baby! Drew is such a little fighter and we love that little guy!

The Morzelewski Family said...
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The Morzelewski Family said...

What an amazing picture! Jenn, you look so beautiful and little Drew looks so happy and content cuddled up to his mommy! He is such a little miracle!

Brandon and Tenille said...

Oh my gosh I am sooooo happy for you. There is nothing like holding your baby and you had to wait an extra long time so I am sure it was that much more special. He is adorable jen and such a fighter I wish nothing but the best for you guys and hope you and your new little family have a merry christmas...

Anonymous said...

What an amazing sight! Congrats on your wonderful milestone.

Unknown said...

What a wonderful Christmas gift! I love staying up to date and seeing this made my day! How exciting to hold the little guy! What a neat picture to have forever! You are amazing and such a great example!

Anonymous said...

I guess it hadn't really occurred to me that you haven't been able to hold little Drew... what a milestone and a blessing! Our four year old Liv prays for you all and "little baby Drew" everynight. In fact, she had some coins set aside for you... which was sweet even though she kind of missed the point! We will keep praying for you. Love, Debbie & Brandon Gilbert

Anonymous said...

Wow! A stunning yet humbling moment. What more can be said about the precious bond between mother and child that is not captured in this picture? From the first moment of Drew's life we have prayed you could hold him. Indeed, how tender and merciful our loving Father in Heaven is. We love you Drew!

Anika said...

Yay! I'm so happy that he is doing so much better. You look beautiful, Jenn! Merry Christmas!

Harv and Karen said...

What a Christmas joy! Our love to you through the holidays and through this experience. You're in our daily prayers.

Karen & Harv

Matt and Courtney Orme said...

Jenn- oh my gosh Drew is so precious. I just found your blog off of Rachelle Frames. What a precious little spirit in your family. I'm glad he is getting better everyday. Our prayers will be with you this Christmas Season. We hope you have a Merry Christmas! if you want to check our our blog it's www.basketballormes.blogspot.com
From, Courtney Richards (Orme)

Karen said...

Merry Christmas!!!!! That is the best news that you got to hold your precious baby. We are just thrilled for you and praying for Drew every day for his lungs to mature and for him to keep fighting.
We love all three of you dearly!!
ALL the Merrills

Abigail said...

Jen it Abbey! I saw Eric's brothers at the mall the other day, I had no idea you had Drew. He is so so cute! I am so happy that he is getting stronger every single day. If you don't mind I am going to add you to my blog. Merry Christmas

Sara said...

Wow! How amazing that must have been! You guys have shown so much strength! So precious!!! Merry Christmas!
Sara Andersen... Greenwood