Thank you for wanting to be part of our little miracle-in-progress! We welcome you into sharing the journey with us. We’ve been overwhelmed by the incredible support and prayers, from neighbors, co-workers, family, friends and our church community from all over the world. Although we haven’t returned many phone calls and emails, please know that we cherish each one. We will be updating this often with pictures, videos and stories of Jada’s daily progress. Please feel free to pass it on to other prayer warriors!
According to the neonatoligist, Jada is progressing amazingly well, and they remain optimistic about serving her needs. Although she is critically ill, she has proven in the last seventy-two hours to be, pound-for-pound, one of the toughest fighters in the world (in the words of our Senior Pastor). She obviously had a tough delivery, but her bruising and swelling has healed tremendously in the last twenty-four hours. The greatest concern right now is her ability to breathe, but she has improved significantly in the past few days. After getting help with nitric oxide, she has now been completely weaned and is breathing without the aid. Although she has the breathing tube, Jada continues to try to breathe on her own. Even though she can’t, the fact that she is trying is a huge positive that shows Jada’s fighting spirit. Her blood pressure has stabilized. Doctors are focused at the moment on a brain scan to look for blood in the brain. We should get results on that in the next day. Jada is getting daily blood transfusions, and she is responding really well. She has been on antibiotics since birth to fight the infection that took her sister’s life (and Allie is still fighting), and so far she has shown no signs of being infected.
My beautiful bride, Allie, is recovering well. Her heart is heavy but remains so close to God. We’re obviously really sad about Reese, but we feel so blessed to have had even twenty minutes together with her. Allie’s fever is under control, she’s on her last antibiotics, and she’s able to walk around on her own. We think we may leave the hospital tomorrow (on Saturday).
Because Allie’s symptoms are under control, Allie was allowed to go back to the NICU last night, to spend time with Jada, hold her hand, change her diaper, and take her temperature. It was a beautiful thing. We can tell from her vital signs that Jada gets really excited when she hears Allie’s voice and feels her touch. The main thing Jada can do is smell her mommy, so the nurses give Allie blankets to hold and then they give them back to Jada for comfort. We are so in love with our baby girl and have grown so attached to her already.
I also want to share with you the verse that God used to get me through Tuesday.
James 1: 2-4 “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete and not lacking anything.”
We’ll be updating regularly, so be sure to check back soon. And please continue to pray for our little girl!
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Our prayers are with all of you every moment. What a beautiful little angel Jada is. Thank you for allowing all of us to be on this journey with you.
Love,
Gina
I love, love,love so many things about what you said David! My favs…..Allie with her daughter…precious site!!!!
Your scripture verse…….
I have a similar favorite one I would like to share with you…….
It begins……..Romans 5:1-
Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God throught our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God.
(I love this part)
vs. 3 Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance, perseverance, character; and character, hope.
(listen to this)
vs. 5 And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us.
HOPE:}
Love that!!!!
The two of you are loved and I will continue to pray and lift you, Allie and Jada up multiple times throughout my day.
Thanks be to GOD that he has given Jada the strength to fight. Hurry home sweetie so we can sit on the porch and smell the rain with you.
Precious ones, oh my word, Miss Jada is one amazing little girl, but then that’s no surprise considering who her mommy and daddy are. What a privelege it is to be on this faith journey with you and your family. We continue to pray, pray, pray for you all! Love and hugs.
Beautiful baby girl. We’re praying for you guys. What a miracle she is. -The Le Family
It is a joy to “hear” your voice Dave. We are honored to be included in the updates and the blog and look forward to witnessing Jada’s miraculous fight for life. Your precious girls and your family’s journey is joining people together across state lines through hope, joy, love and faith! I know for a fact that churches in Alaska, Alabama, Oklahoma and Texas are praying for Jada. The word has spread and by word of mouth and technology, everyone is drawn to this amazing 1.5 pound little girl- with her sweet name and fighting spirit.
The entire Valley View family and surrrounding community our cheering for our littlest Cardinal! Please know that the Valley View family is praying and will be frequently the blog often to stay abreast of Jada’s progress.
We love you all!
Jennifer & all Valley View (young and old)
Praise God—-My thoughts and prayers are with your family always. I know God is working great miracles with your family. What a wonderful example of God’s many blessings.
Debbie—prayer team
We had no idea yall were even pregnant. So sorry to hear that it has been so difficult, but prayer is powerful and it sure sounds like you guys are getting plenty of it. You will both be in our thoughts and prayers daily. Can’t wait to meet little Jada sometime:)
What a beautiful story of faith, courage and love. You are all in my prayers.
Dear Dave,
Thank you for this creating this blog so that we’re all able to share your updates on your beautiful family. Please give Allie my love and tell her that my daily prayers are always with her, Jada and you. Your pictures and words are so beautiful and touching. Thank you.
Love,
Kathy Tucci
What a beautiful expression of love and faith. Know that my thoughts and prayers for health and strength are with you and your family.
Thanks so much for creating this blog so we can see the updates about your beautiful baby girl. Y’all are in my thoughts daily. I love hearing about what a fighter Jada is!
Love,
Daniele Van Den Bossche
Thank you so much for blessing us with the sharing of your journey! It is such a joy to be able to pray for you all! May the spirit of comfort be ever so close, and the peace that passes all human understanding surround you at this time! I am so thankful that we can petition to a God of miracles…..knowing that there is nothing He can’t do! Pleading with you to the Great Physician for quick healing for Allie and that Jada will continue to blossom and grow~
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. It was wonderful to see the pictures of Jada. What an amazing fighter she is! We will hopefully see you soon.
Love,
Diane and Abby Audet
What special words! God always knows what he is doing. While it may be impossible for us to figure out…in the long run, he’s doing exactly what he planned for all of you.
I am a mom at Valley View. While I do not know Allie very well, my heart is so drawn to the two of you as you become parents. May the joys of being with Jada help your hearts to heal over the passing of Reese. May her precious touch fill you with unbelievable happiness.
My family and I will continue to pray for strength and health for all of you. Blessings and love.
Hi Dave and Allie and sweet Little Jada,
I am sending big hugs to all of you. Not only are we praying for you and your sweet family but I have called out the prayer warriors from Kyle to Germany. Thank you for taking the time to share with all of us and we love you so much. Just a reminder to remember to open the card! Cant wait to meet Jada and hug you both in person. Love ya Laura
Dear Dave, you have such a beautiful baby girl, and what a fighter she is! She has the strength of her mother and father and is lucky to have such wonderful and loving parents. Please know that my prayers are with you and Allie and Jada and that I send all my love.
Dave & Allie,
I love you guys so much and I will continue praying for baby Jada for a healthy recovery. May God Bless Baby Reese for she is an angel in our hearts. I love you guys and I can’t wait to meet sweet baby Jada!
Dave and Allie,
Our thoughts, prayers, and hearts are with you and little Jada. What an honor to share in your journey.
Dave & Allie,
You have been in our thoughts and prayers repeatedly throughout many days and nights. We are so happy to see that Jada and Allie are fighters and are going to keep on fighting until both are healthy and home. We will continue to pray for you guys and will keep checking the blog for updates so we dont’ hound bill & karen.
Love you both,
Carrie & Daniel, Carson & Cade Cleaver
What a beautiful little girl. We knew she would be a fighter and possess the strength of her mom. All three of you are in our prayers and thoughts everyday. We can’t wait to meet precious Jada Reese.
Our prayers remain with you daily. You are an inspiration for all parents with your love and compassion. Stay strong with the Lord.
Welcome to a glorious new day. Go Jada!!
We love you all and are so happy that little Jada is doing well. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We can’t wait to meet your wonderful little girl!
I have a tiny silver cross under my pillow that I rub nightly and pray for you guys. Take care, rest, build strength. Jada amazes us all.
Thank you for including us all on your special journey. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you all and precious little Jada. I have also called upon the pray warriors from my church, Bethany United Methodist Church. We are all praying that His love will be felt by all in a mighty way! Keep on fighting Jada!
Love, Stephanie
The three of you are in our prayers . May you both continue to lean on all of us, as you continue this journey and God unfolds His plans for your family.
Allie and Dave,
Thank you for sharing your beautiful Jada’s story and pictures with us. We think of you so often, and are grateful for Jada’s progress. You and your wonderful family are all in our prayers, and we look forward to meeting your precious daughter.
Dear Alters, I am in awe of your faith and strength. I pray that little Jada gets stronger and healthier with each passing hour. I know that her twin sister, Reese, is watching over her. Allie, you must take care of yourself as well. Jada needs a healthy mommy and daddy.
Love, Val Caldwell
Dear Alters, I am in awe of your faith and your strength. I pray that baby Jada continues to get stronger and healthier. I know she has a special guardian angel watching over her. Allie, you need to take care of yourself as well. Little Jada needs a healthy mommy and daddy.
Love, Val Caldwell
Love to all. Our best wishes and prayers are with you. Thank you so much for sharing. Lots of love
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.