Sunday, September 12, 2010

Quinn Ruthie, September 9, 2010

Quinn was born at 3:02 am after an easy delivery. She could not breathe on her own. Because of expert medical intervention, she was able to live for almost six hours. We held her alive for almost an hour. It was a precious time, and we were full of awe. She was beautiful, and she smelled so good.Her heart rate became slower and slower. She was peaceful for the entirety. We don't know exactly when she slipped away, but we suspect it was while I was holding her.

We loved you with all our hearts, Quinn!

24 comments:

Carrie said...

Quinn is beautiful and I love her name. Beautiful pictures. I'm so glad could have that time holding her. Wish I could reach out and make it better and make it right.

Unknown said...

Your lives have been touched by an angel. God love you, bless and care for you! Aunt Wilma

shaunjoy said...

Beautiful little girl

Jenn said...

Quinn is beautiful and has the face of an angel. Thank you for sharing pictures of her.
We love you!

Unknown said...

Oh Joyce and Jason~She is absolutely beautiful. I'm so sorry I can't hug you in person. Praying for you sweet sweet friend.

Melissa said...

What a beautiful, precious little girl. I agree with Carrie on all counts -- I'm so glad you could hold her, and I just wish I could change this.

Sabrina said...

She's beautiful

Anonymous said...

Quinn is beautiful. Speaking Got Melanie and Tasha and Rachel and Kelly know that we are all thinking of you all and wish we could just come and hug you...Joanne

Anonymous said...

Dear Jason & Joyce~
I'm crying, and so thankful you were able to spend those cherished moments with your precious Quinn Ruthie!

With our love & prayers,
Randy & Eunice

amy said...

She is so beautiful, and yes, thank you for sharing these sweet pictures. You're constantly in my thoughts.

Kris said...

So, so beautiful. What a precious little girl.

Kris said...

So, so beautiful. What a precious little girl.

Deb said...

You have been in my thoughts and prayers all weekend. I am so sad for you and your family. Thank you for sharing the beautiful pictures.

Jen Bontrager said...

She is beautiful. I'm so sad for your family. Praying for you.

Anonymous said...

Jason & Joyce, What a beautiful little angel! My heart aches with you! So thankful God allowed you to hold her in your arms before she took her flight to God's arms! May you climb into God's arms and find rest and peace with Him! Love ya.

Anonymous said...

Jason & Joyce, May God comfort and keep you as you endure this time of loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending our love

Karen & Alyssa Spitsbergen

Melissa said...

She is beautiful. I am glad you could hold her. May God hold you in your grief.

Jodi said...

Thank you for sharing your sweet and touching pictures of Quinn with us. She is beautiful. We love you and are praying for your family.

Ashley said...

Joyce,
Quinn is one beautiful and very loved little girl. My heart has been very heavy these past few days, thinking of and praying for you & your family. Thank you for sharing Quinn's pictures and your memories. I will continue to pray for you to have peace that passes all understanding.
Love,
Ashley

Jaime Lee said...

What a beautiful little baby girl, those photos are precious and will always be special to have. You do not know me, my family lives in Costa Rica and we are blessed to work with your brother and Krista. I have been following your blog for over 6 months now. My heart is so heavy with grief for you. I am praying that you will feel the embrace of Jesus as you walk through this season of grief.

Karla K said...

She is really beautiful. We are so sorry for what you guys are going through, and we're praying for you.

Valerie said...

I found this blog several months ago while looking for interesting, improvised ideas, and I've enjoyed watching your projects take shape.

Your loss is unfathomable and while I'm merely a stranger who appreciates the creativity you share, I'll continue to lift your family up. I'm so very sorry.

Kristin B. said...

Even for such a short time she was blessed to have parents like you. She's so beautiful!

Rustin and Lynette Polinder said...

I am just so sorry. She was beautiful. So thankful you have these beautiful pictures.