Calla Jayne Johnson

On: Wednesday, December 16, 2009

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1lb 15oz
12.8in long
9.45in head
7.68in chest
7.28in abdomen


Delivered at 5:52pm December 16
Apgars 6/9

Calla is doing well. She cried when she came out and fought the tube they had to put down her to get medicine to her lungs. She's long and skinny. Julie is recovering well. We should get to go back and see her soon.

Thank you for your prayers. Our little girl can still use them.
-Ian

79 comments on "Calla Jayne Johnson"

jen christians said...

Amazing, Beautiful, Blessings abound... I will continue to lift you all in prayer

Estie said...

What a beautiful blessing! Love you all and still praying!

LovenLife said...

She is beautiful! Found your blog from the Macs...will continue to pray for you guys!

thehighbargers said...

She is beautiful! Still praying....!

Kendall Smith said...

Continuing to pray. What a beautiful girl.

the mcclenahans said...

She is beautiful! Thanks for sharing the pictures. Keep fighting little Calla! We will continue to pray.

Rebecca said...

She is beautiful! The tears and prayers are flowing for all of you.

Love and Hugs to you from Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Julie said...
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Laura said...

She is beautiful! I am a friend of Mindy's (met you at Wilder's birthday party)...Just wanted to let you know that we are praying for you and beautiful Calla (as well as big brother Ori!).

Julie said...

God bless you guys! We have a few mutual friends, and so we've had the privilege of praying for you, also, this week! Calla is beautiful, and I'm so happy you wrote that she "fought the tube"....that sweet little scrapper. :-) Almost 26 years ago, our son, Seth, did the same thing. He was not quite 29 weeks along, and weighed in a little over 2 lbs. Cried loudly and fought the dr., even pulling his stethoscope out of his ears. Seth is 6'2" and is a graphic designer in SanDiego now. Love in Christ to you!

Mandi @ It's come to this said...

Came via The Macs ... praying for you little girl!!!

Sarah Furlough said...

I had a 25.6 weeker almost 4 years ago. He is full of spunk, just as I know your Calla is! She is a beauty, and God has great plans indeed for her! Praying for your family.

Amanda said...

She is absolutely beautiful, we are praying SO HARD for little Calla!

PamperingBeki said...

What a beautiful girl! Praying for your entire family.

cmjcbaldwin said...

Found you from The Macs...tears came to my eyes when I read her name...we have a 6 year old who was a preemie...his name is Callan. Praying for all of you.

leel said...

happy birthday calla! you are all in our thoughts. the best things do come in small packages, i say. lots of love to you all. you are in my thoughts.

Jenae said...

We will be praying that Calla continues to be strong!!! She is beautiful! And I absolutely love her name...Noah would have been Calla Grace if he was a girl. :) My niece was 1 lb. 13 oz. She is now 2 years old and is doing great...she is developmentally right where she should be. God is so good! We love you guys!

Ginger said...

Calla is beautiful! Congrats! :) We will keep praying!

Tim said...

Congrats to the Johnson Family. SHE IS GORGEOUS!! Prays are continuing, and will day and night!
tim and darla

The Moffats said...

Thanking God for precious Calla Jayne! What a beautiful baby girl! Praying that she will fight and be tough like her momma and dadda. Continuing to pray and lift her (as well as you guys!) to the Lord.

zoefeher said...

Found your blog throught the Macs. You are in my prayers!

Zoe

Kenzie44 said...

She is perfect. Congrats and we will continue to pray for all your strength. Love Kenzie, Reg, Nattie

Keilani said...

She is absolutely gorgeous! That cry is a good sign, and I see her apgars were a good 6 & 9! I am praying hard for you, and I know God gave you a miracle!

harpw716 said...

I am sending prayers your way as I lift your family up to the Lord, especially Calla tonight. She is a beautiful blessing. Hugs, kisses, and prayers from Ohio.

Heather and Travis said...

I found you guys through the MACS blog. Your daughter is absolutely beautiful! Please know my family is praying for each one of you. Our daughter was born fifteen weeks early.

Rachel said...

Praying for you all! Go Calla--God has great plans for you!

laura mcpherson said...

Found your blog through the Mac's and my friend Amanda...praying for your sweet Calla! She is beautiful!!

Les said...

She's a doll!! She looks great! Awesome apgars! We'll keep praying! Did Julie have to have a c-section?
Love you guys,
Lesli

Les said...

By the way, I just LOVE her name!!!
Lesli

TheHappyNeills said...

congrats on your new blessing! we've been praying! calvin and fallyn prayed on their own, too :) it was really sweet....they didn't quite "get" what i was telling them but they each stopped what they were doing and prayed that julie would not be sick :) love you guys!

p.s. we're really close by so don't hesitate to call and tell me to bring up food or something for ian so he doesn't have to leave to go through a drive-through, or if you need a sitter for ori...

Mindy M. Harris said...

Eeeee! Auntie Mindy can't wait to give that girl kisses (ok I know it will be awhile so I won't get too eager). She's as beautiful as her precious name.
Lord, we thank you for the miracle of life and pray your breath to be breathed into Calla--your healing, your perfection, your glory.

Jennifer said...

Beautiful! We will continue praying.

Natalie said...

eeee... congrats you guys!! Calla is a gorgeous name, so glad she arrived safely and we are praying for her everyday!! and you two too!

Olivia said...

What a little miracle! Congratulations Julie, Ian and Ori. You are all in our prayers!

Ashley said...

Congrats! We are praying for you!

Abby said...

Just got off the phone with Lesli who gave me the news. I love her name! Beautiful job mom and dad. I work again Saturday if you all need anything. Blessings to you all.

Bill and Mary said...

She is beautiful!! Many prayers for Calla and your entire family!

marie said...

She is absolutely beautiful! I love the name too! Oh I can't wait to meet her! Continuing to pray for you guys and this precious blessing!

Ryan, Christy, Addyson, & Braden said...

Congratulations!! Calla is precious. So glad that you got to hear her beautiful cry. Her apgars are awesome - better than either of our kids. She's got that tough girl fight in her!! Praying for all four of you.

Allison said...

Praying for your sweet baby girl. My heart breaks and rejoices for you all at once...to be a parent is the greatest, but to worry for our babies the hardest thing ever. May God hold her and bring her up with strength.

Lindsey Burr said...

She is so lovely and special! Praying for you all.

Cameron's Mommy said...

What a teeny, tiny, little miracle! We will continue to pray for you all.

Livesays said...

What a beautiful little baby girl! Congrats to you all! We'll continue praying for Calla's health and fighting spirit.

Linda said...

Big congratulations! She is gorgeous. Will be praying for little Calla and your whole family.

neufeldepp said...

amazing. we'll pray too.

Aubre's Creative Cakes said...

She is so beautiful. Praying for her to become stronger. Thanks for sharing the pictures of your new bundle of love.

maya's mom said...

Congratulations on a beautiful baby girl. Still saying prayers for your whole family.
Kendra

Maria said...

She is beautiful! Still sending prayers your way...

Carla said...

Hi, I came across your blog thru The Macs. Your new daughter is beautiful and looks really good (love the name btw). My gorgeous niece, who turns six next month was born at 27 weeks and hasn't been held back by her shaky start at all :-). Wishing you all the very best and I'll be thinking of you lots and sending positive vibes across the miles till your next update.

Parkwood Stories... said...

I came across these this morning and hope to encourage you..."Yet there is one ray of hope: His compassion never ends. It is only the Lord's mercies that have kept us from complete destruction. Great is His faithfulness; his loving kindness begins afresh each day. My soul claims the Lord as my inheritance; therefore I will hope in Him. The Lord is wonderfully good to those who wait for Him; to those who seek for Him. It is good both to hope quietly for the salvation of the Lord." Lam 3:21-26 Living Bible
Lord we praise you for your faithfulness to have formed Calla and for your mercy poured out to give her life and breath. We praise you for her life and call upon you continued hope, strength, courage during this time.
Love in Christ, Mackenzie W.

FROG PRINCESS said...

I FOUND YOU VIA THE MAC'S. I AM PRAYING FOR YOU GUYS. I HAVE A COUSIN WHO WAS 1LB 14 OZ AND HE IS THREE AND JUST A LITTLE BUTTERBALL NOW! TELL BIG BROTHER HE NOW HAS A BIG JOB CAUSE TAKING CARE OF A LITTLE SISTER IS A HARD THING TO DO! CONGRATS, PRAYERS, AND THOUGHTS OF LOVE TO YOU GUYS!

thehobbs said...

Congratulations! She's a beautiful little girl with quite the attitude already! ;)

Matt, Rachel, Ellie Renee, and Tripp said...

What perfect and beautiful little girl! I was so nervous and praying the whole time my really slow internet pulled up your blog! I was so surprised to see Calla was born! What a tiny blessing! We will still be praying for you. And please don't hesitate to let me know if you need anything!

Kelly said...

Praying this morning for your beautiful baby girl, what a pretty name, Calla Jayne!
Praying that the Lord keeps you in His perfect peace & you feel His blanket of love on your family!

Melissa Joy said...

Another follower from the Macs. And praising God for your beautiful daughter!! We will continue to pray our Father's grace upon your family, especially sweet Calla.
The Lord be with you all!

Stephanie said...

We are praying for you guys! Calla is beautiful!

Jeri said...

Absolutely praying here in Texas.

Micah said...

Congratulations on a beautiful baby girl! I have been praying, praying, praying, and will continue. Keep fighting, Calla!!!

Townsend Crew said...

Way to go on the apgar's, Calla! Love that spunky girl - and her spunky, prayer-filled parents, fighting right along side her! Prayers for you all!

Gail said...

Not sure if I already left a comment, but wanted to let you know that this little girl is a doll, and I'll be praying for her strength and growth!

ryanandlindsay said...

She is beautiful. Thanks for sharing. We are praying so much for all of you. I love her name Calla so lovely.

Jamie and Joy George said...

We prayed for you, your family and for Calla today at my work. Know that people are praying for you in Colorado!! --Joy Claassen-George

Beth said...

Oh, Calla is beautiful!

Congratulations, may God continue to carry you in the palm of His hand, and wrap you in His love & peace.

Praying for you in Michigan.

Beth,
Mommy to 3 boys

Alisha said...

Praying for you in Fayetteville, AR!

Jennifer said...

Found you from the Macs. . . congratulations - she's a beauty. May God continue to bless your family and little Miss Calla.

Tyler and Gillian said...

Congratulations Julie and Ian!! She's perfect! Still praying for a strong healthy baby who gets to come home soon!!

The Veers said...

Precious!!! She is beautiful and we have been praying for all of you!

Amy said...

Such a precious tiny little thing. Love her name! Prayers for all of you as you walk this road.

i love plum said...

calla...what a beauty! praying for your family...xo

Vail and Pam said...

Calla couldn't have better parents. You are so blessed, and so is she! Congratulations!

Judy said...

Praying for you guys! She's beautiful!

Angie said...

She is so adorable!!! I will lift Calla & your family up in prayer.

I love her name, it is so sweet, just as that precious girl.

Thinking & praying,

Angie

Todd and Courtney said...

She's beautiful! Prayers your way. Found you from Cora's blog!

The Peters said...

I found your blog through Carmen and have been following since Ori was born. My prayers are with you and your sweet daughter. What a beautiful gift from God.

Stefanie said...

Congratulations! Calla Jayne - what a beautiful addition to your family! Praying for her strength and yours..

Angie said...

Came over from the Mac's-I have thought of your family often this week and have prayed for you all. Your daughter is beautiful! I will continue to pray for you all.

Samantha said...

Found your blog from the Macs blog, Calla is beautiful. Will continue to lift your family up in prayer.

PS. I love the name you chose also, it's so pretty.

Dawn said...

I found your blog thru a friend, but just wanted to say I am praying for your family and sweet Calla. I am a NICU nurse in North Carolina. The fact that she is a girl will help her out in the NICU -- statistically proven! Good luck and God be with you.

Misty Rice said...

Born on MY birthday.... wow!!!! Now I can never forget her little face. :)