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Bela had a good night and is doing good this morning. She needs to receive more blood this morning, but she should be able to rest most of today, no major procedures are planned. Everything changes from minute to minute though, so we'll see. She is so sweet and I've been able to get her cozy in her blankies. Being a mommy is the best thing in the world to be and I love my little girl.. I know she is being strengthened and blessed every minute. We chose Grace as her middle name because it means 'divine help' and we are sure she is the recipient of lots and lots of that. We are being blessed.
More soon..

Comments

Trevor and Kimmie said…
Oh Avery! I am so glad that she is here! Your sweet family has been in our prayers and today you are all on my "fasting list"! She is a dolly! Keep us all posted!
March 2, 2008 at 9:18 AM
Sally Jensen Interiors said…
Oh she really is just so precious. She looks like you. I'm so happy to hear that she is being such a strong little fighter!
March 2, 2008 at 10:44 AM
Dana said…
She is absolutely beautiful and I am so happy that all went well with the delivery. We are praying for you and your sweet family. Avery you look amazing! Thanks for the updates - I hate being so far away. Hope all continues to go better than expected!
March 2, 2008 at 12:13 PM
Anonymous said…
She is beautiful! I can't believe her perfect light complexion, blond hair and all, she looks so sweet. We're so glad to hear that she is here and that she's a fighter! We continue to keep praying for your little family.
March 2, 2008 at 12:21 PM
Ali said…
so glad to hear that things are going well. We love you! She is so beautiful.
March 2, 2008 at 12:43 PM
Anonymous said…
I can't believe she's finally here! She is so precious, Avery. She really is so cute and looks so good! I'm SO glad the delivery went so well for you both. I'm also very happy to hear that she is doing well and being strong. I will look forward to updates on Bela Grace.
March 2, 2008 at 1:54 PM
Chelsea said…
Oh Ave, I am so glad that she is here and doing well. I've been thinking so much about you these last few days. Thanks for updating the blog. It is so great to see the pictures. She is beautiful!! We love you guys!
March 2, 2008 at 2:31 PM
Rachael Earl said…
Congratulations again-she's beautiful! Let us know if you need ANYTHING!
March 2, 2008 at 3:37 PM
nicole said…
Avery, she is beautiful! I am praying for you guys like so many others, I am happy that things are looking up! I can't get over how sweet your baby girl is.
March 2, 2008 at 5:07 PM
Meggan said…
Avery, she is absolutely beautiful. What a sweet doll. I'm glad things are going okay. Please keep updating. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
March 2, 2008 at 8:32 PM
Carrie said…
Congratulations Avery she is just beautiful. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers! Carrie Archibald
March 3, 2008 at 8:08 AM
Dallas and Krista said…
She is so sweet and beautiful. She looks so great! I had a feeling she would be a little fighter- she has already made it through so much... and on leap year! She is something else isn't she?? I love Grace by the way, it's just perfect. You are in our hearts, minds, and prayers always. Sending so much love to you from over here... can you feel it?? XOXO
March 3, 2008 at 8:44 AM
Jennifer said…
Avery - TC Jolley has been trying to get me blog savvy, but I had to call her to find out how to leave you a message on your blog -- I'm old! I sent you an e-mail this morning instead...It shares all the things in my heart right now!
March 3, 2008 at 10:17 AM
Meriel Frandsen said…
Oh wow. I am so happy things have gone well so far! Good luck in the next couple of weeks and stay strong. She is gorgeous and such a sweetheart.
March 3, 2008 at 2:38 PM
Becky said…
congratulations!! we are praying for you guys everyday. you are so strong and i admire you so much for how well you handle everything. she is so darling.
March 3, 2008 at 11:46 PM
Missy said…
Avery, she is beautiful! She looks perfect and healthy and just gorgeous. It is amazing to read and hear the strength of you and your family through your writing.

We're thinking and praying for you too!
March 4, 2008 at 7:42 AM
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