Thursday, January 8, 2009

Birthday Wishes

Happy Birthday Gwyneth Rose!

We love you so much and can't believe how hard it is to imagine what our lives were like before you were here. We thank God that He has given us the joy and privilege of calling you our daughter. Your smiles, laughter and snuggles have helped us to forget so much of the hurt and stress of this past year, and you have given our lives an even brighter future. We pray that, as you grow, you will discover how much God has already blessed you and used you to bless others...He has a very special purpose for you, and we believe that you can do all things with His presence in your life.

Love,

Mommy & Daddy











Please, feel free to leave a comment for Gwyneth as well. Although it will be a while before she is able to understand what today means, we look forward to sharing with her the things we have recorded on this blog as well as every encouraging comment and prayer when she is old enough.

Nate

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Lynn said...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GWYNETH!!!!!
It has been so incredible to watch little Gwyneth grow. I think I found your blog either a year ago today or right around a year ago, right after Gwyneth was born. What an amazing year!!! Thank you for sharing your story!!!! God bless!

Jenny, John, Jennah, Abby said...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PRECIOUS BABY GIRL!

I am in disbelief that a year has passed since we were all blessed with your arrival! You are a fabulous, gorgeous, precious little girl!

Tricia and Nate... what an honor it has been to be able to look in at your family over the past year! To see the both of you overcome so many trials - all they while giving all the glory to Christ has been so uplifting, moving and precious! You both are living, breathing gifts to us who have followed... gifts sent to us by our awesome God to illustrate His power, His grace and His love.

We are forever grateful for having the opportunity to walk this journey with you!

"Blessed Beyond Measure". All of us are.

Much Love & Birthday wishes for your little White Rose!

The VandeCastles.

Unknown said...

Happy Birthday precious baby girl!!

You are a miracle from God and I pray he continues to bless your life as much each year as he has this first amazing year of your life.

HUGS!

Jenny B.

Justine, Romy's Mama said...

Happy Birthday little Gwenyth Rose! I hope you realize one day how much joy you brought into this world with you. Keep on truckin'! P.S- You are the spitting image of your Dad.

Pamela @ Frugal Vet Tech said...

Happy birthday Gwyneth!

Kim... said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth! Even though you can barely talk, your little life has been filled with more inspiration and strength than many can give in a lifetime. You have brought together a nation of prayer, many glimmers of hope, and more than a universe of love!
Cheers (hear sippy cups clanging) to many more years of happiness, smiles, laughter and joy!
Love,
Ashley and Emma Kidd (2 year old twins and nighttime prayers for baby Gwyneth from NC)

careysue said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth!!!

You and your family have touched thousands of peoples lives to the glory of God!

Have a wonderful 1st birthday with your precious Mom and Dad, you are loved by many.

Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us! :)

Lynsey said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth!!! You are not only remarkably gorgeous, but you belong to 2 of the strongest people I have ever come across in my whole life. You are one blessed little angel, in countless ways.

What a great day! I hope you're having fun celebrating! Don't throw back too many bottles if you know what I'm sayin! :)

Love,
The Lotty Family

Beth L said...

Happy 1st Birthday Gwyneth! What a celebration it will be. When I think back over the events that have been posted on this blog over the past year, it is nothing short of a miracle. You and your mommy are both miracle girls. To think of a 50/50 chance of either of you surviving- WOW! What a gorgeous rainbow that was yesterday, with God's Promise of a bright future for the 3 of you. Thank you Nate and Tricia for sharing your beautiful little miracle with all of us. I can't wait to see what the future of 2009 brings for all of you. Have a wonderful birthday baby girl. You have made a place in the hearts of thousands all over the world.

Emily said...

Happy Birthday, Gwyneth!!!
You are a miracle sent from our Lord and it has been a joy watching you grow this past year. You are a testimony and reminder of God's faithfulness, thank you for blessing my life!!
Thanks to God for your precious and beautiful life. May He bless you and give you joy in the many years ahead!

with love and continued prayers for you,
Emily Haager
(California)

Momofgirls said...

Happy Birthday Sweet Gwyneth! We have prayed and prayed for you over this last year and it has truly been a privilege to see how you have grown and blossomed, what a lucky little girl you are that God chose such wonderful parents for you!

We Love You!
The Luff Family
(in Redding, California) XOXO

Carissa said...

Happy Birthday sweet baby girl!

Cindy said...

Happy, Happy Birthday to an angel---one we've prayed for and love across the Internet!!

Have a great day little one!!

Kristi Bowers said...

Whoops I left a happy bday post on the wrong entry...so here I go again!
Happy birthday sweet Miracle Gwyneth!! Today is my 9th wedding anniversary so I can easily remember your bday!! Hope it was great and praying for your family...God bless

Gothic ʚϊɞ said...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GWYNETH!
I am so happy to be able to share this special day with you and your wonderful parents. You have touched me and my family in more ways then I can explain. May God bless you all, and I thank Him everyday for your strength and courage.
Tracy Kerschke, WI

Unknown said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth! One year ago today, we all said a prayer for you and your mommy. It's hard to believe where you'd be a year later. But we serve an amazing God - your life is living proof of that. Today I'm wishing for many more birthdays for you and your family to come!
Melissa

Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday sweet Miracle Baby!!!

Katy said...

What a glorious day! What an amazing God we have.

Happy birthday little miracle!

~Kate

Marge Sexton said...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SWEET BABY GWYNETH! I want you to know that you have truly been a blessing to me, and I look forward to seeing you precious smiles each day. May you grow to know the one who has blessed you and kept you on lifes journey so far. May God continue to bless and keep you and your Mommy and Daddy!
We serve a faithful and mighty God!
Birthday Hugs from Maryland

Melissa said...

Happy Birthday, Gwyneth!

I think you are amazing!

Melissa

Rebecca Meyers said...

Happy Birthday sweet angel. You look so cute in your birthday suit! You have touched so many people's lives. Your sweet face was very instrumental in bringing our family to the Lord! You are so dear to us.

AllTheKingsBlessings said...

Happy First Birthday dear, sweet, precious miracle baby Gwyneth Rose!! May God bless your entire life with His many wonderful riches! You have been such a blessing to so many people you don't even know, as well as those around you loving on you regularly!! Many blessings to your mama and daddy too!!

Anonymous said...

Celebrating your life, beautiful Gwyneth!

MANY HAPPY RETURNS!

Barbara

Laine said...

Happy Birthday sweet girl! We praise the Lord that He brought you through so much and we are thankful that you get to celebrate this VERY special day. God's given you wonderful parents and we are so glad that they decided to share you with all of us. We count it a privilege to have prayed for you. We look forward to watching you grow and seeing the special plan God has for your life! Hope you have a wonderful day!

~The Chambers Family

Karen said...

Happy 1st Birthday Miracle Girl!!!

LoveLladro said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth! It's been amazing to watch your story unfold through your mommy and daddy. They love you so much and through their love we have all fallen in love with you! I hope you have a wonderful day and God Bless You!

Jessica, Adam and Chase

terri c said...

Happy, happy birthday, beautiful girl! and many more. You are a very lucky girl indeed, very blessed, as are your Mommy and Daddy.

Rose Casell said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth! What a miracle birthday we're all celebrating!

lisamom2four said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth! God chose you to show all of us that miracles do happen. Thank-you sweet baby for sharing your life with us. We will keep you and your mommy and daddy in our prayers.

The Padilla family

The Liberto Family said...

Happy 1st Birthday! You are a fighter. From the first time I saw your picture on the blog and read your story you touched me my heart. You have two wonderful amazing parents. God loves you and your family. Enjoy your 1st Birthday.

Traci Liberto

cheryl said...

Happy birthday precious Gwyneth!
God has blessed so many people through your life already. It will be so exciting to see what else He has in store for you as you continue to grow.
You have an awesome Mommy and Daddy that will teach you all about God's love for you!
Praying that this next year will be a fun and special time for you and your family.

Joy H said...

Happy Birthday to an amazing miracle! Enjoy your blessed day.

Cool Grandma said...

Happy "1st" Birthday Gwyneth!! You are a wonderful miracle of God and a very precious gift. We have the most awesome God and He gave you wonderful parents. I am just a follower and prayer warrior of this blog and I don't know you or your family personally, but I do know how special "you" are to so many.

Love and prayers,
LaNell in OK

The Karaffa Family said...

Happy Birthday to one precious little girl who is loved so dearly. God has been so good, and it's so enoucraging to see you give glory to whom glory is due. May Gwyneth contine to bring you much joy...what a blessing from God.

Leanne B. said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth! We wish you many, many blessings!
Love,
The Blair Family
Cincinnati, Ohio

kpalm said...

I remember when you came into the world a yr ago, little Rose. I remember days before that talking with your Mommy and Daddy about what your name would be, about their excitment and fears, about my own family. This one year birthday is beyond special because it marks an anniversary of an incredible journey as well as your birthday. You have a wonderful family that will forever touch my heart.

Happy birthday baby girl. I wish many, many delightful years to you and your whole family.

Always, Kelly

Rebecka said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth!

Carmen said...

HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY GWYNETH!!!!!
I've been following your Daddy's blog since the day you were born. You just get more beautiful with each passing day. I hope you have the best 1st Birthday ever.

~j~ said...

Dearest Gwyneth,
Happy Birthday to you sweet little baby...your life already at one year of age has changed the lives of many including those of your courageous and oh so loving parents. When you are older you will read of your journey and the incredible faith and love that has surrounded you both before, during and after your birth. We have laughed, cried ,rejoiced and prayed over your precious and truly miraculous life and feel so privileged to have been part of this amazing and beautiful family. So Happy, Happy, Happy Birthday sweet Gwyneth, this is the day of your birth and we rejoice!!!
The Lord... HE IS GOOD!
xo
julia

Country Mouse, City Mouse said...

Happy Birthday Sweet Baby Girl.

Look at you, you are so precious, and perfect. A wonderful gift for your Mommy and Daddy, and a blessing to so many.

Carol said...

Dearest Gw-yeth Rose!

First, before I start, I am usi-g a computer that does -ot have the letter that follows M, so I am substituti- with dashes. Someday readi-g this will be a little like breaki-g a code, I guess; maybe a little bit fu- (I am fi-dig it a good bit a--oyi-g!).

You are a sweet, beautiful, wo-derful miracle with the most wo-derful Mom a-d Dad. I have loved watchi-g you grow over the last year. Will love watchi-g you co-ti-ue to bloom. You are a very stro-g girl, a very blessed girl ad a very loved girl: always k-ow that.

So ma-y people all over the world have loved you si-ce the day you were bor- a-d are sooooo glad to wish you a HAPPY HAPPY 1st Birthday! Grow i- love.

Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday! Doesn't time fly?

Kirst said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth! I've been following your story all year. You have amazing parents. Continuing to pray here in Calgary, Canada.

Amy said...

Happy Birthday, little one!

Rich and Lauren said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth! I remember anxiously waiting for news about you and your birth one year ago today. We are so happy that you are here and healthy. You are such an amazing blessing. We love you!

Rebekah said...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GWYNETH! May the Lord bless you and may He be working in your heart even now to draw you to Himself. May you find no greater joy than in serving Him as you grow. :)

It has been about a year since I started following this blog and I have been so encouraged by everything! The Lord has definitely used you all to proclaim His precious name!

Just the 5 of us said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth! I can't believe how fast you've grown.
We are continually praying for you and your parents! :o)

ttulizzy said...

Happy First Birthday Gwyneth!

It has been such a pleasure to watch you over the past year on your daddy's blog. You are adored by people all over the world!

I hope you have an awesome second year!

MadMaude53 said...

Happy Birthday, Gwyneth!

Anonymous said...

Happy birthday,little miracle girl!I've enjoyed watching you grow this year:)Blessings to you,your mommy and daddy!

The Curtis Crew said...

Happy birthday, Gwyneth! I found a pink and brown cake for you and put it on my blog! I hope you enjoy your first birthday cake! You have touched my heart and I love to watch you grow and change. You are a blessing to your parents and family and to many, many people!

Blessings,
The Curtis Crew
thecurtiscrew.blogspot.com

Thodgson said...

Happy Birthday precious Baby Rose! I am thanking God for bringing you to your Mommy and Daddy. Also, I thank Him for you giving me the opportunity and the courage to share my own faith with coworkers and with so many others. You are truly a miracle baby and I am blessed to know you and your family. Happy Birthday sweetness!!!!

2 Babes in Boyland said...

Happy, Happy birthday Sweet Girl!!! All of God's abundant blessings for you and your special family!!

Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday to your sweet and most precious girl! She has an amazing story to tell for sure. God bless you all.

Unknown said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth Rose! God is great, and you will do great things with this gift of life that he has given to you and your mommy. Thank you for the power of prayer that you and your family have brought back into my life with your story.

Heather Forcey said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth! You are a beautiful little lady, and you are the pride of joy of your mom and dad. It has been an honor to read about your story. Enjoy your special day!

Jennifer Whitlark said...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GWYNETH! I hope you all enjoy today as a day celebrating God's faithfulness in your lives. What a blessing today is! Your story has been an inspriration to me the past year. Thank you for your transperancy and sharing your sweet girl with us!
GO CELEBRATE that sweet little one!

Michelle said...

Happy Happy Birthday precious girl! I have loved every moment of "being a part" of your first year. The faith that your family has had spurred me on in my own faith. Gwyneth, I prayed for you. I prayed for you by name. I prayed for your mommy and daddy by name. God has answered many many prayers, and you sweet girl, are the answer. You have many more birthdays ahead of you and when you really really want that new bicycle, just remind your parents what a miracle you truly are!!! God Bless You and your precious family!!

2009-NewBeginnings said...

Happy Birthday!!! I can not believe how you have grown and your such a beautiful little girl. God has showed his miracle powers thru you, and I am sure that many of people have been blessed and lead to the Lord because of the healing thru your Mom and you....Lots of love from alittle Eastern Canadian family...

2009-NewBeginnings said...

Happy Birthday little Angel!!!! What a journey its been. We have been reading about you for quite sometime. Your story has touched our hearts and spirits!! The way God is using your life and Mom's strenght is absolutely a miracle, I am sure if there was a number counter for every person who has gotten closer to God because of your story the number counter would over heat from the counting..lol...God bless you all...from a little Eastern Canadian family...

David and Angela Estes said...

Happy 1st Birthday sweet little Gwyneth Rose! Oh what a true blessing you are not only to your mommy and daddy, but to everyone who has followed your amazing little life from the very first day! Our Lord is GREAT and MIGHTY and you are definitely proof of that. May He continue to watch over you each and every day and guide your path. We love you!
In Him, Angela Estes (and family)

Nana2Six said...

Gwyneth,
Way to be a great miracle baby! You have brought so many people so much joy! Have the most fun Brown,Pink birthday EVER!

AlaneM said...

Happy birthday lil Gwyneth!!
I think you are loved the world over thanks to your bloggin' daddy. God bless you beautiful girl, I can't wait to see how you grow & who you become!
Blessings from the Michels in WA

Julie Nickerson said...

Happy Birthday Sweet Gwyneth!

I remember the day you were born. We were all praising God!

God has such big plans for you! Follow Him and He will bless you!

Katie said...

Happy 1st Birthday Gwyneth!!! It has a been a real blessing getting to watch you grow! You are an amazing little girl and I can't wait to watch you grow all the years to come. We all love you guys!
Katie L

Becky in VA said...

Happy Birthday, you beautiful child.

During the past year your Daddy has shared you with us. Our prayers have been sent to you, your Mommy and Daddy as you have grown from a very tiny little baby into a precious little girl. God loves you very much.

Love to all!

Vivian said...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY...LITTLE BLUE EYES!!!
you are God's present to mommy & daddy...
hugs & kisses

Danine said...

Gwyneth Rose as you celebrate the 1st year of your life and the joy you've brought upon not only your mommy and daddy but the world surround, I pray that you grow up strong, healthy and a good head on your shoulders. You've already shown what a fighter you are (that's the spirit in us redheads!), keep that spirit alive in you in what path you take in life. God Bless.

Mama10EE said...

HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY GWYNETH!!! You are such a special little lady. We hope your first birthday is awesome, and we wore our pink and brown to help you celebrate! We look forward to watching with the rest of the world as you continue to grow, both physically and in your faith in God.

~The Tenneys in PA

http://10eefamily.blogspot.com/2009/01/pink-and-brown-day.html

Elizabeth said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth!! It's hard to believe it's already been a year, but wow a year of following your family and all the miracles God has blessed you with! Thanks for letting us be part of your first year of life!! Sending hugs and love from Texas.
The Engelhardts

bethany said...

Happy Birthday Gwyn!

You're a pretty amazing little girl!
We have been so blessed to watch you grow this year. You have grown so much! How exciting! We can't wait to celebrate your birthday with you in person. I can't wait to get to know you better and get into all sorts of trouble together!! :) We love you. God bless!

-Lucy-Kate (& Mom & Dad..)
:)

Christy said...

Gwyneth..
I hope your mommy and daddy fed you lots of cake today.. and took lots of pictures of it.
Happy Birthday sweet girl.

Anonymous said...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! I have followed your story from the otherside of the world everyday. You were born about 3 weeks before I found out I was pregnant with my own little blessing (who is a little girl like you!!) So as I read you and your mummy and daddy's story and prayed for you I was prayer for my little one too. Bethany is 3 months old exactly today (theres some maths for you!! LOL)
You have been such a witness of God's power and the fact that we have a God who hears and answers our prayers.
May He bless you always little one as you grow more and more each day.
With much love
Amy and Bethany in Australia
PS, Congratualtions to you both Nate and Tricia I imagine this is an emotional day!! You are truly blessed and have been so courageous in your journey and gracious to share it with us.
Blessing to you both!!

sarah said...

happy birthday, miraculous gwyneth. here's to 100 more and blessings upon blessings!

Kerry said...

Happy 1st Birthday, Gwyneth. You're a very special girl. Thanks for letting all of us help you celebrate this momentous occasion.

linda said...

Happy, happy birthday Gwyneth!!! God has an amazing purpose for your life. I pray you will learn to trust God as you get older walk in His path. Praying for you!

Linda

Michelle said...

I"ve been following this blog for almost a year, but this it the first time I have left a comment. I"m just amazed at the blessings and miracles God has brought to your family in the past year. More amazing is just how well that little babe is doing - the child that shouldn't have even made it. Congratulations to all of you! Thank you for continuing to update your blog on a regular basis.

Brenda said...

Happy first birthday, Gwyneth Rose. What a joy it has been to watch your progress almost daily through this blog. Already your story has blessed thousands of people all around the world. You don't know it yet, but God has given you the best parents ever. You are truly a miracle.

Brenda said...

Happy first birthday, Gwyneth Rose. What a joy it has been to watch your progress almost daily through this blog. Already your story has blessed thousands of people all around the world. You don't know it yet, but God has given you the best parents ever. You are truly a miracle.

Brenda said...

Happy first birthday, Gwyneth Rose. What a joy it has been to watch your progress almost daily through this blog. Already your story has blessed thousands of people all around the world. You don't know it yet, but God has given you the best parents ever. You are truly a miracle.

Brenda said...

Happy first birthday, Gwyneth Rose. What a joy it has been to watch your progress almost daily through this blog. Already your story has blessed thousands of people all around the world. You don't know it yet, but God has given you the best parents ever. You are truly a miracle.

Mom22girls said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth Rose!

What a beautiful little miracle baby you are! I began reading this blog when Gwyneth was born & I can't believe it's been a whole year!

Kelly Brown said...

Happy, Happy Birthday! It has been a joy to follow this blog during your first year of life!!! Your family is an inspiration to all!

Kelly Brown
Pleasant Garden, NC

Vince and Mia said...

Happy Birthday, Gwyneth!! I have been enjoying keeping up with you this year. I was pregnant when you were born and think about you often while watching my little girl grow up this past year. I'm so excited to see you turn into a big one year old girl!!!!

Jennifer said...

Happy Birthday!! What a blessing you are already!

BrownEyedSusan Designs said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth. I get such joy at looking at your sweet face and seeing your parents and how much they love and cherish you and each other. I always look forward to my blog visits with you. You are such a blessing to this world.

missmel78 said...

Happy Birthday Beautiful Gwyneth Rose. May the lord continue to bless you and your parents each and everyday as they have blessed you all this past year.
You are a mircle of God and you are a wonderful gift to this whole world.
May you have a wonderful day little one

Diana said...

Happy 1st Birthday to a very sweet and special little girl. I can not wait to see where your path goes as you are one adorable little fighter:) God has a special plan for you!!!
Birthday hugs,

tyra and matt said...

Happy first birthday, Gwyneth!! You are a very special little girl!!

Carey said...

Happy 1st Birthday Gwyneth! I wore my pink and brown today JUST for you. I'm so proud of the strong little lady you are! You've come so far and you are just perfect. A true testament to what prayer can do. Still can't believe it's been a year! Happy Birthday to a sweet and beautiful girl!

Emily said...

Heppy Birthday Gwyneth! You are such a beautiful miracle that God has already used in so many ways.
Nate - thanks for sharing your miracles with the world. God has used you to change so many lives, and I'm positive He's not done yet.

rhymeandreason said...

Happy Birthday, Gwyneth! I wore brown pants today in your honor! I hope you had a good day!

Pam D said...

Happy Birthday, Gwyneth! I'm crying as I write this, but it's tears of joy. You are a miracle, a blessing, and a promise from God. You are beautiful, and you are a princess.. a daughter of the King. May He bless you and cover you always with His greatest gifts! With overflowing love and endless prayers...

Cindy said...

Happy 1st Birthday, Gwyneth! You and your mommy are miracles!

LindsayS said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth!

Unknown said...

You are very blessed to have so many people who love you. Someday I hope you are able to see how wonderful you are and what a blessing you are to everyone who has been able to be a part of your life. Happy Birthday!

Caitie & Bailey's mama said...

Happy 1st Birthday, Gwyneth! :)

I don't have a Facebook account, but you can see a pic of my daughter wearing pink and brown, wishing your daughter a happy birthday on my blog: http://ahawksview.blogspot.com/

I hope Gwyneth is having a wonderful birthday!

Robin said...

Happy 1st Birthday Princess Gwyneth Rose! With so many posts, I'm sure I can't say anything original. So know in my heart of hearts that I believe you are a super special little miracle girl, who in the first year of your life have brought more people to Jesus through prayers than most do in their entire lifetime! You will do wonders in your life, with each prayer you evoke. You are loved by so many, including me, the first day your Daddy posted your picture on the web. You and your Mommy & Daddy are very brave and strong and I wish you a lifetime of love, happiness and blessings.

Devin said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth....

You are a sweet and beautiful miracle. I am one who has been encouraged and blessed, stretched and strengthened by your story.

There are so many who love you and pray for you daily--I feel priviledged to be in that catagory as well.

....and many more!

Aggiema (Michelle) said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth! It has been a privilege and a pleasure to watch you grow from day 1! You are a beautiful blessing to your family and many others. I pray that God may shower you with His richest blessings always. I pray that you will continue to grow in His love and presence. Blessings Sweet Girl!

megasam said...

Happy 1st Birthday Gwyneth!! You are an amazing little girl and your journey has profoundly affected my life. I pray that you continue to touch so many lives and that God continues to shower you with love and joy.

Congratulations Nate and Tricia. You have come so far in just one year. It has been amazing and an honor to follow your journey. You have brought me so much closer to God just by praying for you and seeing what miracles God can perform.

Kate said...

Happy Birthday, Gwyneth! You and your family's story has touched so many people this past year! May your lives continue to be blessed!

~Bev~ said...

Happy Birthday Miracle baby! I work at Cracker Barrel and wore a pink shirt and brown apron! Smootchies!

mommyoflove3 said...

Happy, happy 1st Birthday, Gwyneth! You are a miracle and God's hand has been on your life since you were in your mommy's tummy! You are beautiful and I know so many people have been profoundly touched and changed by your life. Happy Birthday!
Heidi

Nicole said...

Happy Birthday sweet Gwyneth!! You have touched and inspired so many lives in your first year. May God continue to bless you and may you have many many more happy birthdays!

Carolyn said...

Happy Birthday, Gwyneth! My 8 year old daughter woke up and came in my bathroom this morning and said, "Mommy, remember Nate and Tricia and Gwyneth? Well, today is Gwyneth's birthday!" I said "how did you know that?" She said, "I remember it was on this day last year when you told me she was born." This just shows how much one little girl has cared about a precious baby girl -- Gwyneth! -- that she has carried even you birthday in her heart this year as we prayed for you, and she loves to look at pictures of and hear about you! You are pretty special to a LOT of people, many of whom you will never meet, but I agree that God has a special purpose for you, Gwyneth!! Blessings to you all!!!

Lexie Loo, Lily, Liam & Dylan Too said...

Happy 1st birthday, Gwyneth! You are truly amazing!

Bethany said...

Happy birthday, Gwyneth! I have been following your family's story for over a year and prayed many times for you all! I pray that now and always, the Lord would bless you and keep you; that He would make His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; and that He would grant you His peace, in all that life brings.

Blessings,
Bethany

Ann said...

You are such a beautiful and precious little girl. God has blessed you and he has a beautiful and wonderful plan for your life. My the Lord bless you all the days of you live. Happy Birthday Gwyneth!

Unknown said...

Happy Birthday, Gwyneth Rose!
I feel like I know you. I have watched you grow this past year and have prayed hundreds of prayers for you and your family. Each day, you are growing more beautiful. You are a precious treasure and a spectacular masterpiece-evidence of God's miraculous touch.

You were born just four weeks later than my twin boys who were stillborn in 2006. When you were first born, you reminded me so much of my babies.

When I see the amazing miracles that God has worked in your life, I have been comforted to realize that God is in control in our lives. He has a plan for each person. The plan may or may not be the one that we wish and pray for. In either case, our loving God is in control, all powerful, and oh, so worthy of our trust (even when we don't understand why He allows certain things to happen.)

I never thought a tiny baby could teach me so much! I hope you will always allow God to use you to touch others like He has in the past year!

Happy Birthday!

Bree at Clarity Defined said...

Happy 1st Birthday, Gwyneth Rose!! What a blessing you are and continue to be... and may God continue to bless you in this next year!

Kathy - mom of many said...

Here is a link to our picture for "Pink and Brown Day."
http://kathymomofmany.blogspot.com/2009/01/pink-and-brown-day.html

Anonymous said...

Hi Gwyneth!

I'm a little late, I'll blame the timezone :-)

You are such a precious miracle! It's wonderful we're able to celebrate your birthday with people from all over the world! Can you imagine? People in the USA, Netherlands, Africa, Australia and all other countries are congratulating you on your birthday and thinking of you today!!! I wish you a wonderful day with many, many more birthdays to come! Have fun baby girl!! I hope you get lots and lots of cool presents and enjoy the love of all the people around you. I know God has some amazing plans for you!
xxx Jolanda from the Netherlands

Cassie12 said...

Happy FIRST Birthday Gwyneth!! You are a special little girl.
Lots of love and hugs.
Susan

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The Hager Happenings said...

Happy 1st Birthday Gwyneth. It is hard to believe that you are already one. I have enjoyed reading all that your daddy has written about you. You have a great mom and dad. Enjoy them. Keep God close. And don't ever forget about the miricle that you received. The gift of life!

Love,

The Hagers in Michigan

TupeloLove said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth!!! You have such a wonderful life ahead of you, and amazing parents who will walk you through it every step of the way!!

Rebecca said...

Happy (belated) Birthday Miss Gwyneth!

Thank you for reminding me about how powerful prayer is. Your life has been a reminder that the God we serve is real. At one year old, the Lord has already worked through you in a mighty way. You have changed the lives of your parents, grandparents, and so, so many others already. What a legacy!

Lisa C Photography said...

Sweet baby girl, Happy Birthday (though I am a day late). A year ago we pleaded with God to let us see a true miracle happen right before our eyes. I remember refreshing your Grandpa's blog page every 30 seconds waiting for news...and hoping that it would be great news. A flood of emotions came over me as I saw your dad's blog proclaim, "I'm a Daddy!" I believe it was because of the faith of your parents and thousands upon thousands of people all around the world praying for you, little one and for your mommy too that God did that miracle!!! You entered this world by God's hand and even in just your first year of life you have made a HUGE impact on people all over the world!!! We may never get to see you in person, but we love you and we thank God for you! The only small piece of me that you have is a small scrapbook I made for your parents after you were born. I literally shed tears all over that book as I placed each photo on the pages of the book. I was in awe of what God had done and I wanted to be a part of it in some small way. I'm thankful that your Mommy and Daddy shared each detail with all of us so that God could receive the glory for all He had done in your lives. So from Conyers, Georgia, Happy Birthday Gwyneth Rose!!!

-Lisa Collinsworth

Keeley said...

Happy Birthday, sweetie. =)

Amy Siegert said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth !!!
What a year, what a miracle you are. Your mommy and daddy are pretty darn awesome, too!! Love, the Siegerts in Wisconsin

christi said...

happy birthday miracle girl! you have blessed so many lives already and you are only 1! i can't wait to see what the Lord has in store for your life!

blessings to you today and always!

The Benzes said...

Happy birthday Gwyneth! You and your family have shown us all what love and faith can accomplish. May the coming years be just as joy- and grace-filled as this past one, and also just a little more peaceful. You have our prayers in Baltimore!

MARGARETE said...

Happy Birthday! You are a beautiful little girl and I'm so glad I got to "Know" you through your family's blog. Hope to celebrate many more of your special birthdays! Jesus Loves You!

MahoneyMusings said...

Happy Birthday! My family and I have been praying for you and your Mommy and Daddy since the day before you were born....way up here in British Columbia, Canada. You have touched people's lives all over the world.

God is so good!
Blessings,
Colleen and family

Candy said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth! I know I'm a day late, but that's okay. I have been so blessed to get to "know" you and your wonderful parents over the last 13 months or so. You truly are God's blessing. May you have many, many more happy birthdays.

Twila said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth!!! You are a very special little girl. Always remember that God is good all the time!

Unknown said...

Happy 1st Birthday young Rose. May this day bring you all joy. Make lots of mess with your cake, get all dirty for mommy and daddy.

Leah Courtney said...

Happy Birthday, Gwyneth! It has been amazing to watch God work in all your lives this year!
May God continue to bless you this year and for many more.

Amy said...

Happy birthday Gwyneth Rose!!! What a miracle you are.

Michelle M. said...

I'm a little late, but..

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

I've loved watching you grow up! You bring so much joy into everyone's lives :)

GinaMarie said...

Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday to you
May you feel Jesus near
Everyday of the year

Happy Birthday to you
Happy Birthday to you
Have the BEST year
You ever had!!!

Happy 1st Birthday Gwyneth!!!

Hope it was a great day!!!

You just keep getting cuter and cuter!! :o)

amanda said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth! It's been awesome watching you change and grow, and I thank your parents for sharing you.

Big things have come from a small package sent from God!

I wish you many more Happy Birthday's, Happy Days, and blessings from God.

What an awesome testimony you own, and don't even know it yet.

Jill said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth!!!
This past year for me has been one where God has used pain in life to make my faith sooo solid. I January 08 my mom died in a tragic car accident. It shook up my world. She was 52 years old and my best friend. I came across your blog in April and read it daily. I was encouraged by your faith despite the circumstances, and your struggles also put my life into perspective. Then one day a few weeks ago a realized the little Gwyneth was born the day my mom went to be with Jesus. I cried and was amazed at how God know the big picture of our lives, and how he takes away but also gives so generously. Thank you for sharing your lives with many...more people than you can possibly imagine. I pray for your family and am encouraged by you. Love and prayers, Jill

luvgod2 said...

Happy Birthday Gwyneth! What a precious blessing of life you are to your family and to all of us in "blogger land!" Seeing God's amazing touch through your birth to your 1st Birthday has been a wonderful journey to watch. God bless you even more amazingly and abundantly as you grow into a beautiful young girl that you would show the world His glory!

A said...

Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday Miss Gwyneth!
Happy Birthday to you!!!

Sandi said...

Gwyneth, you are a celebrity without even knowing it. God has blessed you richly with the family that you have been born into. He is writing a beautiful story with your life, and I am honored to read it from afar. May He bless you every day of your life with an ever-increasing awareness of His presence. Happy Birthday!

Tamara M. said...

Was a few days away, but I haven't forgot you!! A little late but: Happy Birthday for you Gwyneth!!
Hope you've had a lovely day!

xxx

Kenzie said...

Happy 1st birthday precious girl! Wow... you have come so far and it is beautiful to see how much joy you bring to your family! Oh, how so many have prayed for you and your mama and daddy and God continues to be so faithful to answer in His perfect timing. May the Lord bless you all the days of your life.

So much love,
Kenzie Stanfield

bobbie said...

A little late ('puter problems), but Happy Birthday, dear Gwyneth!!!

Gila said...

YOM HULEDET SAMEACH HAMUDA!

Happy birthday Cutie!

I am one of the thousands who has been watching your progress from an incredibly tiny little thing to the gorgeous little girl you are now. As we say here, Ad Meah v'escrim--Until 120. God bless you and your family.

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