Friday, July 4, 2014

Celebrations and Fireworks ~ A Friday Finds

What a week!  We surely found a treasure!!!  Two hundred thirty-seven years ago today, our United States was born...


and my little Gabriel Joseph has not yet completed his third day of life.  He started July with bang at 5:30 p.m. at 6 lbs. 9 oz. and 18 inches long.


My third grandson...this never gets old.




And all seemed right with the world.

I have a unique perspective.  In some ways I know too much...working in a Children's hospital with babies in intensive care units.  My daughter was seen during the last four weeks of her pregnancy by a perinatal specialist physician with concern about his size and needing to rule out intrauterine growth restriction, which could have serious implications.




I know that every baby that survives outside its mother's womb is a miracle.  The intricate complexities that God has designed are a wonder!


And rediscovering that miracle in this brand new life brings exceeding joy beyond words.


13 comments:

  1. What a handsome little baby and precious gift. Congratulations to all.

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  2. Such a beautiful baby! This is a "Friday Find," for sure!

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  3. Congratulations to you and your family. He looks about perfect.

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  4. Oh my Denise!! LOVE all the emotion you captured...the tear on your son-in-laws nose and cheek, snuggle time with mom, dad, grandma, and Gabriel. The last one is priceless....showing his peace to be with his family! LOVE it and congratulations! I'm sure you are overjoyed, again.

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  5. What an absolute miracle and certainly the find to bet all others. He looks so adorable.

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  6. Denise how wonderful the emotions and love can be felt over the other side many congratulations to all... And what a beautiful boy congrats to his new brothers someone else to play with...

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  7. Congratulations! He's adorable! What a cute little chap. Such lovely, special photographs. All the very best, Bonny

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  8. Congrats and you are so correct, it just never get old no matter how many. Love all the emotion had me crying through the post. Happy Birthday.

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  9. Congratulations Grandma, he is a cute one.

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  10. Oh, my, Denise he's precious! You've made my teary-eyed! So thankful he's here and doing well! You've capture some wonderful moments of his little life!

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  11. Oh Denise, what a cutie your grandson is ...
    congrats to you and your family !
    Sylvia

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  12. Congratulations on your precious grandson, Denise! Such a sweetheart, he's got the most beautiful eyes!

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  13. Congratulations! Gabriel is just beautiful. Your photos are wonderful, especially the one of Dad.
    God bless your family.

    xoxo

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