2011 brought many changes to our house, Chris and Brandi had gotten married in October of 2010, my little family was growing. I had also started a blog about that same time, Green Creek Primitives was born in honor of my father who had given me my love of old. The kids had also decided to go ahead and start their little family we were expecting our first grandchild in late July. But life has its many changes, Oliver decided he needed to come 3 months early.
Life has its scarey side to, weighing in at only 1 lb. 14 ozs. our little Oliver was here. Not knowing the outcome then, all they knew is that he was a little fighter, he was determined to survive. About that time is when I realized I had another blessing, my blog. After the first of the year I decided to make my blog more personal, little did I realize what lay ahead. When Oliver was born and I had put it on my blog, well blogging friends are the best, I had gotten emails and gifts offering prayers and support, some telling me about their premies and how everything would turn out alright. I had never experienced such warm, caring thoughtfulness in my life from people I had never met. Blessings come from places you least expect it sometime.
The first time I had gotten to hold that small bundle of joy, you just don't realize how small he was until you have held him. He has come so far since then.
Oliver finally came home after three months in the hospital, this is one of my favorite pictures of Chris and Oliver together.
And of course one of my blessings of the year, Oliver, looks like he is really concentrating on the butterfly, trying to decide how to get his hands on it. I am so blessed to be able to keep him some each week, just watching this little miracle grow, looking forward to the many things he will learn and things he will achieve in the coming year, being there to see it, priceless. I wanted to say thank you to each one of you that has ever left me a comment, joined my blog, sent me emails, cards and gifts, it touch me in a way you will never know, blogging friends are the best, looking forward to this coming year of sharing things that are going on in my life, but also dropping by your blogs to keep up with all of you as we go through this life's journey. Blessings to you all, Hugs Vicky
Nice post! Many more blessings to you in 2012!
ReplyDeleteWhat a priceless year you've had! There is nothing quite like grandchildren. Happy New Year, Dawn
ReplyDeleteWhat a blessing to have your little Oliver this year! I'm so happy for your family...babies are such a blessing for everyone! Happy New year my friend! ♥
ReplyDeleteWhat a great blessing and how fortunate you are to know that little Oliver will bring many more in the coming year! Happy New Year. ~Roberta
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful way to end your year, with this little blessing on your family. I'll pray that he thrives and becomes healthy and wholesome and brings his parents and grandparents much joy and happiness!
ReplyDeleteWhat a journey you have had! He is just so precious, a blessing, a gift from the Lord Himself! I'm so thankful he is doing well, and that you continue to share him and your life with us out here! Happy New Year! May God continue to hold you all close in His loving hands!
ReplyDeleteI have enjoyed watching him grow and change. I was born early and I was in the hospital for 3 mos, too! It is a miracle that I am here, since I was born in the 50's! I hope the new year brings you many more blessings!
ReplyDeleteBear Hugs & Blessings~Karen
Yes sweet Oliver is such a blessing.He's come so far.Blogging friends are like a special community that you would never find so many wonderful caring people with out it.I'm blessed to have met you.Your kind words and knowledge of what I'm going through has helped many of days.May you have a Happy and Blessed New Year!~Amy
ReplyDeleteLife holds miracles everyday. What a special baby. Cute too. I am happy for your blessings. May the New Year be as blessed. -Steph-
ReplyDelete2011 The year of Oliver ! hes such a blessing even to those of us who have never met him ! He has touched many a heart ! I am blessed to call you my friend and wish you the best in the coming year! hugs lilraggedyangie
ReplyDeleteSo many wonderful blessings! Thanks for sharing and may they continue throughout the upcoming year. Blessings to you and yours!
ReplyDeleteWell Look at little oliver, but he's not so little!!! he's getting SO big!!!! happy New Year Vicky!! OLM
ReplyDeleteVicky, little Oliver has come so far in such a short time!! Before you know, you'll be chasing after him!! Then it'll be on :) Have a wonderful new year!! Many blessings in 2012!!
ReplyDeleteErin
New Year's Blessings to you and your family and the little one ! He is adorable !
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Linda
Vicky, We are all blessed to have followed along on your blog with you and with the progress of little Oliver. I, too, find my heart overflowing with the love, and thoughtfulness of all these wonderful folks in blogland. Hope your New Year will be filled with Blessings, Health, and Happiness. Looking forward to visiting through blogland with you in 2012
ReplyDeleteAngela
I knew Little Oliver was at the top of your blessing list! He is a beautiful baby. A lot of us are thankful you started blogging or we would have never met!Happy New Year Vicky
ReplyDeleteOh Little Oliver is a sweetie! I was a preemie at 27 weeks and spent 3 months on the nicu a looong time ago...
ReplyDeleteGlad you've had a wonderful year!
Happy New Year Vicky!
patti
Oliver sure was a blessing to your family Vicky. He sure has grown. Blessings to you & yours in the New Year.
ReplyDeleteBecky
What a wonderful blessing Oliver is. You are very lucky to be able to spend so much time with him.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!
You are truly blessed my friend....Being one of your newer followers, I didn't realize all the changes you have just experienced this past year, or that Oliver was such a remarkable blessing. (One day I had hoped to go back through older posts of those whose blogs I follow and "catch up" - but, heck, I can't even keep up with current posts....Sigh....) Anyways - so very glad to have come upon you and your wonderful blog. Wishing you a blessing and joy filled year ahead. Enjoy that little bundle of wonder! Smiles & Hugs ~ Robin
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year Vicky. May it be filled with dreams, health and the may blessings you deserve.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year Vicky! WHat a sweet photo of Oliver and I am so happy to hear he is doing so well. I try to keep up with everyone's blogs but I get behind sometimes....Anyway blessings to all of you!
ReplyDeleteOliver is one little tough guy, he has really grown, definately a blessing. Heres to more blessings and health in 2012.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year, Vicky.... Here's to an awesome 2012 ! Looking forward to getting to know you better and seeing that sweet little Oliver grow !
ReplyDeletexoxo.
Oh my goodness. He is absolutely adorable! I have kept up with his progress thru my mom (Angela.) I am so glad to have my new blog and get to know all of you. I am a new follower to your blog.
ReplyDeleteOliver is sooooo DARLING!!!! Wishing you and your beautiful family a safe, happy & healthy NEW YEAR!!!!! Enjoy your day! All My Best ~Kimberly
ReplyDeleteA true blessing indeed!!! That little boy sure did get some cute little cheeks!!! So sweet!!!
ReplyDeleteTammy
What a joy to visit your exquisite blog. I was delighted to see your baby's progress toward health! Your story is a blessing to the reader!
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely post and congratulations on little Oliver...what an adorable bundle.
ReplyDeleteBlessings to you - I found you through Betty of 'through my back door'.
Karen