Apr 5, 2008

One Month Old

Happy One Month Birthday Cohen. It amazes me that we are here. The doctors said he would maybe live a few hours. And here we are - 31 days later.....744 hours - that's a lot better than a few!!! I can't even begin to explain how it has felt to parent Cohen for the past 744 hours. I have been continuously amazed at God's provisions and blessings. I have no idea what tomorrow or the next day looks like but I am thankful for each day we have had so far and am hopeful and confident that tomorrow and the next day hold more parenting of my two sweet boys.
I am grateful for the support we have had throughout the pregnancy and since Cohen's birth. We are overwhelmed by the love that everyone has expressed for our son and humbled by the way our friends and community has served us. You have all shown us God's love in unbelievable ways.
A few pics from today -I had a few more but my camera battery died as I was loading pictures (not staying up to wait for them to recharge!!!!) .....




I was trying to upload a slideshow of pictures from his birth but it isn't working right now so I'll hopefully get that up in the next few days.

PS Cohen has been really fussy during his feedings today -pray its just an off day and that things will get better soon.

21 comments:

GE is me said...

Congratulations! It is truly amazing to see the miracle of his life. May God continue to bless you & may you continue to have many FROG days! (frog=fully relying on God)
Praying for your strength & endurance.
Isn't it so tough for us as moms when WE like to be in control & forget to let God be in control???
God Bless, -Gail

Jane said...

Praising our ultimate Physician for providing 31 days of life for Cohen! And I LOVE that big smile of his! Melts my heart!

praying for the feedings and the oxygen levels too!

Anonymous said...

Happy first month you Happy little guy!!! May our Good Lord give us many, many more... one precious day at a time! I look forward to meeting you in person, (man to man!) one day soon. You guys take care and we'll be in touch if you ever need anything.
The Jarvis'

Rebecca said...

Happy 1 Month Birthday Cohen!!! I LOVE the first pic Emily- What a SWEET, ADORABLE Face to love on all day!! God is soo Good! will cont to pray for his feedings!
Rebecca

Laurie in Ca. said...

Happy 1 month birthday miracle boy. You are so beautiful and perfect. You are amazing and the One who holds you is so good. All children are a gift of God and you are one to be treasured and cherished. Be strong in the Lord sweet Cohen. You are loved.

Laurie in Ca.

heather said...

what a beautiful miracle! happy one month birthday Cohen! you've touched more lives than you will ever know and given us all a reminder of the wonders of our Lord.

Angela said...

He is so beautiful!! I love his wonderful smile. I've been praying for him a lot and will continue to do so.
Angela in central Ohio

Anonymous said...

Happy 1 month big guy!
Love you all and are keeping you lifted to the Most High...Adonai...Maker of each moment...Even this one.
Kristina, Chris, Connor and Cayden Alford

Anonymous said...

Emily, Cohen looks incredible. Such a sweet, beautiful boy. Continuing to pray for all of you.

Love,
meredith

The Carsons said...

He has really chunked up and is looking so different! LOVE the sweet smile.

Anxious AF said...

What a good looking little man!!!!
Happy one month birthday!

Brandi said...
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Brandi said...

I have been following Cohen's story for a while now. :) I came across you from Chrissy and baby Eva's blog.

I just have to jump in and say Happy Birthday Little Buddy!!!! He is such a gorgeous baby. You are so blessed. :)

Brandi

W and Js mommy said...

am a reader friend of the MAgners! WE hve prayed and prayed over here at Taylors First baptist for your sweet family! Happy 1 Month!!! What a miracle baby he is

Shannon said...

Happy 1 month birthday, Cohen!!! I love the new pics! He is so precious!

Julie said...

Happy Birthday Cohen! And thanks Chris and Emily, for letting us share in the celebration of his birth and life with you guys through your blog!

All In Lexington said...

Happy 1 month birthday Cohen! What precious pictures, Em! We will be praying that his feedings get better and the oxygen is only a temporary addition. Glad he is doing so well!!! Love, John, Rebekah, Jack and Rylee

Bird's Eye View Photography said...

Ohh he's got little rolls! What a dolly! Happy 1 month!

Laurie in Ca. said...

Stopping by to send some love to Cohen and praying that his feedings are getting better. He is so beautiful. Praying for you too mom.:)

Love, Laurie in Ca.

Unknown said...

I have been reading this blog since Cohen was two days old, and I have been rooting for him ever since. Happy one-month birthday!!

Renee said...

Happy belated one month, Cohen! What great pics...a happy, thriving boy...praise God!