Typing this note is just another addition to the now-many surreal moments the Lorenz family has experienced in the past 14 hours.
For those who haven't heard yet, Kelly gave birth at Beth Israel to a beautiful little girl at 6:28am on Thursday, January 8th 2009. The shocking bit is that we were not expecting Brooklyn Naim Lorenz's arrival for another 3 1/2 months! Needless to say, Brooklyn is extremely tiny and very fragile right now -- weighing in at 1 pound 3 ounces. Brooklyn, taking after her mother, is showing lots of spunk and refuses to let this whole pre-term birth thing get in the way of her goal of being the cutest darn baby this side of the Charles River.
We will be updating this blog every day to keep all our friends and family up-to-date on Brooklyn's progress. Kelly and I have been overwhelmed with gratitude by the many phone calls and prayers. Our wee Brooklyn has a tough battle to fight, but God is good and we know God has a plan for her life. We love you all and hope to post a more full story along with Brooklyn's first pictures soon!
Peace in Christ,
Kelly & Sean
Sean & Kelly & baby Brooklyn! I'm thinking of you all & sending love. Welcome, Brooklyn! xoxoxoxo, Beth
ReplyDeleteWe are praying as hard as we can! Fight fight fight little one! And welcome to the world! This side of the Charles River is WAY better than the other side. : )
ReplyDeleteWelcome precious Brooklyn. Be strong little one, I know you are (you have an amazingly strong and loving mommy and daddy). See you soon!
ReplyDeletecongratulations you two!
ReplyDeletewelcome to the world, brooklyn.
i hope you like it here.
xo
Congratulations to you and Brooklyn is gorgeous! We are praying for you and so is the Park Street Southie Bible Study. Love you guys!
ReplyDeleteYay! A baby!
ReplyDeleteSean & Kelly, Michelle & I are committed to contending for this child in prayer alongside you guys (You know how we are about kids). Anyway, I know we're very far away, but if you need anything that you can receive over the phone, just let us know. Anytime.
Welcome to the world, Brooklyn! Eveline can hardly wait to meet you! We pray God's covering over you as you grow stronger each day. We love you! You are precious in every way. Love, Lyndsay, Drew and Eveline
ReplyDeleteCongratulations Sean and Kelly! I am praying right now for baby Brooklyn. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!
ReplyDeletexoxo holly
You can't tempt me with pictures and not post them for hours! I can't wait to meet Brooklyn! You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteKelly Sean and Brooklyn
ReplyDeleteWe are all praying for you and are passing the word fast and furiously however I am guessing if this little one is like her mommy her chances are far beyond good! We are so excited to meet her and are thrilled for you knowing that God knows this baby's every moment of life and its all in His amazing and capable hands. We love you guys and are with you all the way on this one we pray you feel the amazing love support and tremendous prayer blanket that is covering you and lifting you up during this time! Welcome BROOKLYN little miracle baby.
Kari, Kirsten, Marvin, David, Jimmy Jeff and Marjean and CALEB
Me again,
ReplyDeleteI just wanted to let you know that we are all spreading the word like wildfire and by now, people all over the country are praying and hoping and wishing strength and blessing on this little girl!
Welcome little Brooklyn! That is Noah's birthday too! We will ALL pray for her. Curious little girl just wanted to see what it was all about outside the womb, huh? Congratulations guys.
ReplyDeleteWe are so happy for you! She is the most beautiful girl we've ever seen. Our thoughts and prayers are with your new family. xoxo
ReplyDeleteWelcome Brooklyn and congrats Sean and Kelly! I am now reminded that great things come in small packages! Prayers for Brooklyn form this side of the Hudson.
ReplyDeleteWelcome beautiful baby Brooklyn! Congratulations Mommy & Daddy! She is precious and we are so excited to meet her :) With loving thoughts and prayers.
ReplyDeleteTommy, April, Violet & Iris
THE BENEFIT OF BEING BROKEN
ReplyDeleteI can't imagine
How I might have responded
Had I not been
It feels so good
To be broken with you
Not because you are broken too
But because my heart is so tender
That I cannot help but be moved
By the thing that crushes you
-For Kelly, Sean, & Brooklyn (and Hanneke, the poem-hater; J/K)
Brooklyn is so precious! I know she will grow and be a healthy little bundle of joy. Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl! We are praying for all of you everyday.
ReplyDeleteWith Love,
Ryan, Leigh, Havanna, & Bella
God has a plan for little Brooklyn and He's already using her life to reach out to those around her! May her light shine brightly and may she always know how special she is! Love and Kisses - can't wait to hold you! Don and Merrie Willis
ReplyDeleteI just heard about the most recent miracle in Brooklyn's life - what an amazing gift the Lord has given all of you! I can't think of anything I would want more than the healing that is taking place within this little life!
ReplyDeleteI heard from Luke at the Mathworks about your wonderful premie. Just wanted to tell you about my niece, who weighed in under 1 pound, was featured on Good Morning America as an early kangaroo care infant (at BI, I think). She is now 16, top of her class, driving and dating. Best wishes to all of you!
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