Announcing...

Yesterday I got to meet the most amazing, beautiful, and precious little girl.  I so miss her already.

It's with thankfulness to her Creator that I announce:

Gracie Ann Kukis
Born December 30th
4:31 pm
2 pounds, 8 ounces
15 inches long

Seeing the strength, love, and courage that the Lord granted to Corey and Emily throughout her birth and the time in the hospital was one of the most profound blessings I have ever experienced.  I know I can say for so many of us, that our hearts go out to them.  Gracie was blessed with amazingly faithful parents. Let's continue in prayer for this precious family.

With love, on Em's behalf-
Posted by Kristen

December 29, 2011

Hello all.  This is Kristen, Emily's friend writing.  It is through tears and with a heavy heart that I share that today Gracie Ann Kukis went home to be with Jesus.  At a routine appointment this morning, Emily learned that Gracie had died.  As I type they are inducing her, and the hope is that she'll be able to deliver her naturally.

While we take comfort in the fact that Gracie is now perfect, and in the arms of Jesus, I know we are all deeply grieved at her loss and for the unimaginable pain that Emily and Corey are in right now.  Please pray for a delivery that is healthy for Emily.  Please pray for strength and comfort, and peace for both Corey and Emily.  Please also pray for safe travels for the friends and family that are flying in to be with them during this time.  I am getting on a plane in a few hours, and will continue to post in Emily's absence, as she wishes.  God is mighty and He is good- may His peace be with you all.

Posted by Kristen