I have been very hesitant to post this. But as I shared this audio file with some dear friends and family, So, I have really felt prompted to share my story with you. This is the audio file recorded when I spoke
I have a feeling my little man is going to be
spending lots of time with his daddy in the future.
Learning how to be a farm boy of course.
But for now, we just visit daddy.
Joel is busy planting corn these days.
They work pretty late, so Levi and I went out to visit him in the field.
Otherwise, Levi might never get to see him!
Joel told him all about his fancy new planter.
And his green tractor.
We like our tractors green, right Levi?
And Levi even got to go for his first tractor ride.
No smiles.
He was too busy checking everything out.
About five minutes into our ride
the sun was going down and Levi fell asleep.
I am considering sending him out to the field for all of his naps.
Maybe that would solve our cat-napping problem.
Poor Joel got the flu yesterday.
Planting and the flu is not a good combination.
I’m just hoping Levi and I don’t get it too!
You are three months old…
This is you at three months.
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You have found your hands. They are in your mouth all the time. And you are grabbing at everything, especially your toys.
You definitely know your mama and daddy. You give us the BEST smiles!
You are wearing size 3 diapers and size 3-6 month clothes.Β
You weigh 17 lbs 6 oz. You are so heavy that I can barely carry you around in your car seat!!
You are a super sleeper. You are already sleeping through the night. Sometimes even 8-10 hours. You still are not very good at naps though.
You like to be rocked. I love that.
You are starting to be fussy in the evenings, but bath time always saves the day. You love your baths.
I think you are just about to giggle. You are so close.
At three months, we love you lots.
What started out as a little idea Grammy and I had…
turned into Cora’s for Calla.
Together we were able to raise $4,365.66.
All to encourage the Johnsons.
And to help sweet baby Calla.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
It was so fun to be able to give this money to the Johnsons.
They were overwhelmed by the love shown to their family!
I am SO sorry it has taken me this long to get everything wrapped up.
It took me way longer than I thought to track downΒ
all the auction winners and get payments finalized.
Everything is officially done now.
Yeah!
Thank you to the wonderful vendors
and their generous donations to Cora’s for Calla.
I have included a list of links for the vendors who participated.
You can bookmark this post andΒ
use the list for your shopping in the future!
Madivia Designs
I think I got everyone on the list.
but just in case I forgot…because that is possible,
please let me know.
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Tricia - What a lovely tribute to your mom. Happy Birthday, Grammy.
With love and prayers,
XO*Tricia
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Erica - your mom is absolutely beautiful. what a blessing! there is a peace and joy that just radiates from her eyes & smile. happy birthday “grammy” π
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Heather at All A Flutter - what wonderful photos of grammy with both her grandbabies! happy birthday to you grammy.
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Walquist - Great pic Aunt Kath! Happy b-day!
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Trasie Bressler - April 20th is a glorious day. My Mama and Daddy celebrated their
37th wedding anniversary today too!
Happy Birthday “Grammy” and may you have many many more!!!
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Heather | Cookie Mondays - Happy Happy Birthday Grammy!
You are the best! π
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Stef - so sweet. Happy Birthday to your mom! We moved our kids far away from my Mom about 7 months ago and if I think about it too much, it makes my heart feel like its breaking into a million pieces. The move has been a blessing for us in SO many ways, but I completely and utterly miss my Mom and the relationship my kids had with her.
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Anonymous - HAPPY BIRTHDAY GRAMMY!
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jen christians - What a gorgeous grammy your kids have! You are so blessed to have her so close. I am sure those pictures are treasures to her. Happy birthday!
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Lauren Kelly - Sooo sweet!! π
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Kristi REDISKE - Happy Birthday to your mom! What precious pictures you have of her with your two children, her grandbabies. There is nothing like pictures-love them. Hope she has a great day.
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Melanie - How sweet. You look so much like your mom! Happy birthday to her and to your family.
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Amanda - Happy Birthday Kathy – man, I hope I look as gorgeous as you when I’m a grammy! Your kids and grandkids are BLESSED to have you.
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Anonymous - Such a sweet, strong resemblance between your mom and Cora. I think Levi looks a lot like Joel–can see it in the eyes.
Always in my heart and thoughts. HUGS, today and always!
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Mrs. RedusRN-to-be - You are the spitting image of your mom! Beautiful!
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Beki - TheRustedChain - How precious.
Happy Happy birthday to your sweet mom! She is a gem.
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Anonymous - Even from bloggy distance, you can tell your mom is just “good people”
I love reading about your mom. Want to try making Belgium waffles because of her.
The pictures of her drumming are the best!
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meg duerksen - happy birthday kathy!!
you really are an awesome grandmother and mother….from what i have seen so far. π
i like you.
happy happy day!
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dianneavery - Sweet pictures.
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Sarah - Happy Birthday Grammy!!!
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Rebecca - What beautiful pictures! Happy Birthday to your mom. π
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The Moffats - I’ve always loved that pic of Cora and Grammy — one of my very favorites. And I LOVE that pic of Levi and Grammy. Happy (late) Birthday Kit-Kat! Love to you ALL.
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Anonymous - Love the pictures…of Cora and Levi and of Grammy with Cora and Levi π
Kim
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Beki - TheRustedChain - Awww, I love the pictures of Levi in your banner and sidebar now! Precious.
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Townsend Crew - oh, oh, oh….
Levi’s added to the blog banner!!! I so, so, so was looking forward to seeing him up there and watching it change every time I checked in. I’m sure this was HUGE for you… Proud of you for taking one more step… and trusting!
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Anonymous - Jess, When I pulled up your blog today I noticed right away that Levi’s sweet face was at the top. Tears came to my eyes because I know that was a hard change for you to make. I am a mother of seven sweet blessings and pray for you often. Thank you for sharing your life with us – the Lord uses you mightily! ~Becky
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hoosier68 - Love the photos of Cora and Levi side by side. I’m teary eyed. Still pray for you and yours each day.
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