I had "3" beautiful little babies. Being born Pre mature, we endured a long Journey. I still wonder to this day, how did i ever get so lucky to be chosen to be their mommy...
Parker Charles
1lb 11 oz
Parker Charles
1lb 11 oz
Hayes Terrance
1lb 9oz
Olivia Faith
1lb 8oz
We made it through and have witnessed a huge miracle! We have been so truly blessed in our family and acknowledge the Lords hand in ALL of it. I tear up when I remember the feelings of love & kindness that was shown to our family. It was the Power of Prayer that carried us through this Journey, and will never go unforgotten.I just read in the November Ensign, Elder Joseph B Wirthlin's talk "Come what may, and Love it" I love this talk! It is so true! I know these experiences we endure in our life build our character and make us a much stronger person. Through all of this, Cory and I like the kind of people we are today, we appreciate life a little more and feel like this has shaped us to be more compassionate towards others, and have a greater understanding of our Eternal plan.
While enduring it with a faithful heart, we have been compensated...
Hayes & Olivia's
First Birthday...
"2nd" Birthday...
"3rd" Birthday...
"4th" birthday...
These two seriously make me smile! I absolutely love watching them play together. The things they say are hilarious & they are eachother's best friend!
This morning we are making their favorite, Crepes! Mmmm
& They are already loving playing their Leapsters and new games.
& They are already loving playing their Leapsters and new games.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Babies!!
21 comments:
Happy Birthday Hayes and Olivia! I can't believe how tiny they were. Thank you for your words on the blog. It's so nice to be reminded of how trials really can make us stronger!!
Shannon, you are truly beautiful in all ways! Happy birthday Olivia and Hayes and in remembrance of Parker. Much love to you!
what a sweet post! beautiful. i too loved elder wirthlin's talk, thank you for sharing!
luvs!
What a sweet post Shannon, you are a wonderful person. All 5 of your children are so beautiful. Happy Birthday Sweet Parker, Hayes and Olivia.
oh dear those photos bring back some good/hard memories. Happy Birthday! We love those kids!
Happy Birthday!!!! I so remember the day they were born. Jenn called me in a panic and had me rush over to watch her boys so she could get to the hospital to be with you. Your kids are so lucky to have you! Such sweet pictures.
Bitter sweet memories for sure! But look at these two now, and they are so perfect! Happy Birthday Hayes and Olivia! Nana and Papa loves you so. . .
This post was very emotional for me! I am still tearing up! I miss that little Parker! I still remember when you got to hold him! I am so glad we got to keep livi & Hayes!! What cuties!!!
This post was very emotional for me! I am still tearing up! I miss that little Parker! I still remember when you got to hold him! I am so glad we got to keep livi & Hayes!! What cuties!!!
Oh Shannon-- you are so sweet, that post made me tear up, and smile...your babies are such special gifts.
Happy Birthday Hayes, Olivia and Parker! We love you and miss you. I will make you crepes (with milk, 2%) when you come to Arizona for a visit. Have fun at your party tomorrow and do some sweet tricks.
--Uncle Todd (and Aunt Jane)
Shannon, that was such a tender post! I loved it, and thank you for sharing your sweet babies and miracle with us!
Love you!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Hayes & Olivia! WOW 4 years! I can't believe they are that old! Seems like yesterday I was snuggling them in the NICU! (Boy I miss those days!) They are such precious little miracles! Your little ones remind me everyday that my job is the best! Seeing them grow and have such a great outcome makes coming to work so much easier on those hard days! I just love you guys! Happy holidays! Give those two a big hug for me :)
Shannon,
This is London speaking
"Happy Birthday Olivia & Hayeser boy!! I hope you had a very happy birthday. I love you very much! Happy 4th b-day. You are my favorite cousins"
what cute kids!! Happy B-day you guys!!
THis post pulls on your heart strings. Happy Birthday kids!
wow Shan, thanks for sharing those tiny little premee pictures. What sweet little miracles/ blessings they are. Happy Birthday little monkey's!!
One word: INCREDIBLE!!
Seriously miracles! I had to fight back my tears reading this post. I can't believe your sweet children. What a blessing. Happy birthday to all three of your little angels!
What a sweet post. I remember the concern of the ward for you and your sweet babes. What a miracle and a blessing these sweet babies are in your life. Happy Birthday Kiddos!
They are such miracles! Love them to pieces - always remembering Parker on his birthday as well! Loves to you all!
i can't believe how fast time has gone by! The day I received a call from the hospital telling me that there were complications and they were taking the babies, my mind started racing wondering what would happen. I started thinking that Boston and I were going to lose a mom/wife and brothers and sister. The time in the NICU and ICU with Shannon was bitter sweet for me. I realized how much Heavenly Father loves me and my family and how much I love them as well. The day we spent with Parker when he passed away was something I will never forget. We had our family with us and truly experienced the most spiritual experience of our life. Knowing that we will have Parker in our family forever is the most comforting feeling I could ever ask for. I want to personally thank everyone that has offered words of comfort and spent sleepless nights with us at the hospital. We couldn't have made it without you all. The prayers and fasting on behalf of Shannon and Parker, Hayes and Olivia worked. Prayer is real and Heavenly Father loves us and wants us to reach out to him so he can bless us daily. I love my family and feel so blessed to have Olivia and Hayes alive and healthy to be part of our earthly journey. Our attitude towards our trials definitely determines the outcome. I am thankful for the lessons learned and for the outpouring of love from family and friends. I love being a Father to greatest children one could ask for.
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