What a day! September 25 was brought forward to August 2. Kimberly, our oldest daughter, called late morning to say her doctor would be admitting her to the hospital. The prospect was a necessary premature delivery. The issue was what would be not what was.
She was fine. The baby was fine. But, things would not continue to be fine. Plans were made to work to get her to Wednesday or Thursday and then they would deliver Cohen Alan about 8 weeks early. Not something anyone planned. (I will certainly have some other reflections down the line. But this post is a “Welcome” post.)
We planned for Wednesday. But, it became apparent the decision needed to come on Monday, yesterday. Just before 7:00 p.m. last night we welcomed Cohen Alan at 2lbs. 7 oz. – early but safe. Mom and baby are doing well – as well as an early premie could be doing. Click on the “read more” tag for a couple of photos. You will watch and hear our welcome crew in the video in the right sidebar.
On the way to NICU
Home for a few Weeks - Good Caregivers Here!
Little Cohen said: “I’m ready to get out and start my life.” Who knows what great plans God has for him?? May he be a blessing in his preschool ministry and years after.
Brenna,
You and David are blessings to us.
Todd
Congratulations, Grandpa.
Thanks Benjie.
Congrats to Kimberly and Ol’ Craig. Congrats to the new G-Ma and G-Pa.
Hey Bro,
Looking forward to seeing your gang next week.
Todd
Yea! Congratulations to the parents and grandparents and great grandparents. I cannot even type this without crying.
Love,
Uncle Rick
Uncle Ricky when he comes home you have to come for a visit. Mom and dad have an extra room.
Many prayers lifted up for ALL!
Thank you Daralyn.
You are now one of the truly chosen ones: a grandparent! and the emphasis is on grand for a reason! These little people change your lives in so many ways. God surely knew what he was doing when he created grandchildren for us! Welcome to the club! Prayers for the continued health and safety of both Cohen and Kimberly.
Hello Carolyn,
I have always wanted to be in a club! Looking forward to all that you in the club describe. Thank you for your prayers.
Todd
KIMBERLY,CRAIG,TODD AND PATTY, STEVE AND I WILL BE PRAYING FOR ALL OF YOU. CONGRATS ON BABY COHEN. LET US KNOW IF YOU NEED ANYTHING
Thank you Charlotte.
I love my family so stinking much.
Tommie,
And they you!
Todd