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Thank you all so much for taking time to share this milestone with our family. It is so great that you all are a part of our lives just as Ivey is a part of yours. And yes, I will give our reason for going with green. As soon as I get all of the pictures downloaded I will post more. There are only 300 or so to choose from!

If you haven't left Ivey a comment, please do. Someday when she is older she will marvel at the love and prayer that surrounds her - in all the moments of her life.
gwen

Comments

Anonymous said…
Ivey is GORGEOUS! Jenmom linked me to your site and I love it. Thanks for sharing everything. I can just tell from the words on your blog and your pictures, y'all are an amazing family!!!!
Take care,
Marianna Taylor
Pam said…
How exciting! Her eyes are gorgeous . . . just like the rest of her. I'm a green-eyed girl, too, so welcome to the club, dear Ivey!
I have never commented although a day does not go by that I don't check your blog and have kept up with every single event in your young life. Ivey...you have got the best parents around! Children everywhere are not as fortunate as you are. Your eyes are 'knock-out' beautiful and will sweep some young man off his feet one day!!! Green is equal to GORGEOUS!!!!! Also know that God put green with every color in his universe and that makes it even more beautiful.
Anonymous said…
Ivey's green eyes are gorgeous and her long eyelashes set them off so well-what a milestone. Thanks for including us in God's moment.
KM said…
Simply beautiful.

I've been blessed by finding your site today. I will be back, and you've been added to my prayer list.

Kristi in Texas
Sarah said…
Oh my goodness, Gwen! I just saw your comment today and burst into tears when I saw Ivey's sweet face on your site! Green is the perfect choice for her--they look beautiful next to her skin! Congratulations on such a huge accomplishment, Ivey!!

And Gwen, you look gorgeous, girl! Ivey takes after her mama :)
Look how beautiful she looks, as do you! Pretty Mommy, pretty little precious girl! Does my heart good to see you both...xxoxoBev
Marlo said…
She looks amazing! Congratulations Ivey!!
Anonymous said…
I've never commented before, but I've followed your blog since it began. I am always amazed at the grace and perception you & Matt show in raising this truly amazing little girl. God chose well when He chose you & Matt to be Ivey's parents. Ivey is a beautiful green-eyed girl!! I will continue to keep all of you in my prayers and wait for Ivey's next milestone! Love & prayers.....Joy Brown(Ginny's mom)
Keri said…
Hi! I came here from Jmom's site to see those beautiful eyes! I bet you all are beside yourselves with excitement at this long-awaited moment!

I was able to spend just a little time last night getting to know your family. What an incredible journey you've been on, and are still on! You're so generous to share it here with all of us so that we can be blessed. I'll be coming back to read more! :-)
Harriette said…
Miss Ivey, you are beautiful with your big gorgeous green eyes!! I love watching you grow and enjoying life~ I love you very much!!
Annzie
bing family said…
She looks GREAT!!!! I know that the whole family is beside their
selves with excitement. Can't wait
to see her again in person.
Ashley
Anonymous said…
Precious Ivey!

We love you and thank you for sharing this big event with us. What a blessing to be a part of your life. Thank you for the lessons you teach and the beautiful picture of our Lord you convey. You are fearfully and wonderfully made!

Love,

The Morgans
Courtney said…
Ivey, you are beautiful...and your eyes make your outward appearance the same! I love them. Green is gorgeous on you and VERY unique...just like you! May God bless your socks off...
Anonymous said…
I find myself at your blog daily, your strength and courage are incredible. You and your family are an inspiration. Ivey's eyes are beautiful. I admire your strength and courage.

A Friend
Stefanie said…
I just found this blog the other day--perfect timing! Congratulations Ivey on your gorgeous new eyes, you are a very special little girl. Your life is going to be wonderful!!
I just wanted to thank you so much for stopping by our site and praying for our precious baby Nolan. Knowing that someone that I don't even know is praying for my little guy and took the time to leave a comment really touched my heart.
I read through Ivey Elizabeth's story briefly and what a miracle she is too! You have an absolutely beautiful and amazing daughter, and we will be praying for her as well.
Blessings,
Catherine and family
PartyofFive said…
She is simply beautiful!
Anonymous said…
I have been reading your blog ever since Ivey came into this world. I am amazed at your strength and grace. Those green eyes are perfect for your precious girl.
A friend of a friend
Shannon said…
Hi Gwen and Miss Ivey,
I'm a newbie to the site via MIghty Max and his mommy Amy. I practically read the whole blog yesterday afternoon. Ivey's eyes are BEA-utiful. I saw a program on PBS a few months back about an artist who forms and paints the eyes. I just know that there are only a handfull of people who do this, so maybe it was the person who did this amazing work for your family. I am so thrilled that Amy has linked me to you and your family. Sweet kisses to Ivey!
Shannon and Family
Austin, Texas
Yay! - green. That's what I have! Somehow, that truly is exciting to me to get to share the same color as Ivey! Both of you girls look gorgeous in the photos! I have only seen one picture of you before Gwen. I love seeing the interaction between you two. And Ivey, to borrow a perfect line for you - "WHAT PRETTY PEPPERS YOU HAVE!"
Anonymous said…
ivey is absolutely beautiful... her green eyes are so perfect, and those eyelashes... wow!! you are an amazing family and an inspiration to all who know you...

xoxoxo,elbert & diane
Tanya Siekman said…
Ivey,

You are beautiful. Inside and out. You will see many things in your life through the eyes of God. You will see the beauty around you and you will see the love that he gives you. In the darkness, you will still have light, because God will give you visions of color and happiness.

The color green is for growth and that you will do, not only physically, but spiritally and with grace and beauty and you will spread the 'green' everywhere you go!

You are beautiful!

Tanya
Tara said…
What a beautiful, beautiful green-eyed girl! So happy for you, Sweet Ivey!
Willingham13 said…
Ivey's eyes are beautiful. She is beautiful inside and out.

Love,
Morgan, Monica and Haven
Anonymous said…
Dear Ivey,
When I heard the very first time that you had been born, I knew that God was going to use you to make some changes in this world, and he has. I continue to pray for you and your mom and dad. Ivey, you are so very special; I hope that you know how much you are loved.

Cindy Davidson

p.s. Your eyes are absolutely gorgeous.
Anonymous said…
From another green eyed girl, you are truly a beautiful and courageous girl. It was a blessing finding your site today.
Holly said…
Oh, Ivey, I have prayed for you sweet Girl. And God has wonders planned for beautiful you and those green eyes! I pray that the joy that you bring to others will always fall doubly back upon you, favored child of God.
Love,
Holly Smith
Monument, CO
Tink said…
I just read your story for the first time, I know what you are going through, I raised two handicapped boys.
I know all the stares and cruel comments, but thats their Handicap , Not your childs! I often wonder, are the children we have been Blessed with , the handicapped one's? Or is it the others that just can't grasp the gental beauty our children carry always. I was and still am amazed at all my children have taught me. I have truly seen things I never would have noticed without them!We have been Blessed with Priceless Masterpieces and
Ivey is BEAUTIFUL! And her Green eyes only add to her beauty.
Brightest Blessings to ALL..
Leslie said…
Yay for Ivey pictures!!! We love you all the way from Arkansas, sweet girl!

Anonymous said…
Ivey - you are so beautiful. What a wonderful milestone in your life. I miss seeing you sweet girl.
Gwen and Matt - no words are enough. She is an angel - it's a perfect choice. Miss you guys.
Rebecca
Anonymous said…
You have the most beautiful green eyes. Yes, I am partial to green since I have them too. You are one amazing girl who has your whole life ahead of you. You can do anything you set your mind too! Don't ever let anyone tell you you can't do something because nothing is out of your reach...

XOXO
Ashley said…
Sweet Ivey,
You are so beautiful! I have come back again and again to see you and this time I get to look into your amazing eyes. How precious you are to so many, many people. May God continue to bless you little one. We admire you so very much. You are loved. Trish and Ashley
Amy said…
Amazing! Precious Ivey, what a beautiful girl. May God continue to bless your family with your presence. I am blessed just to read about your life and your triumphs.

"We live, we love, we forgive and never give up. For the days we are given are gifts from above, so today we remember to live and to love."

Thanks for being a reminder of living and loving and never, ever giving up.
Anonymous said…
Ivey,

You are such a beautiful girl. Your green eyes are absolutely gorgeous. I am constantly amazed by your accomplishments as I know many others are as well. There seems to be an extra sparkle in your mom's & dad's eyes too. They are so very proud of you. You have taught us all so much since you came into this world. We will continue to learn through you. You are a very blessed little girl and I am blessed to know you.

Kim Maxwell
Patty said…
Beautiful, just beautiful. I love the green eyes and the gorgeous smile. Ivey, you have gotten so big, too!! I am so happy for you.

Love,
Patty Hunter
Anonymous said…
Such sweetness!
Unknown said…
From one green eyed girl to another, you are beautiful Ivey! Beautiful!

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