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Greg · 1 year ago

Such a perfect ending! Congratulations to you and Lori, and an even bigger congrats to Caitlin for being such a fighter! Those pictures of her smiling melted my heart.

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Greg! They melted mine too!

LoriB · 1 year ago

Beautiful. Perfect. Just like our miracle baby Princess Caitlin Arielle. Thanks daddy for putting this together for us, I bawled through the entire photo journey. Words can't describe how happy I am to have our entire family HOME where they belong. We love you!!!
xoxoxo
Mommy and Caitlin

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Words can't describe how happy I am that Caitlin has such an awesome Mommy! I love you honey!

Joe · 1 year ago

I am very happy to see Caitlin's in da house! Freakin' awesome. Congrats to everyone!

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Joe!

StaceyC · 1 year ago

That's is so amazing! Glad to see the whole family home!

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Stacey!

SciFi Dad · 1 year ago

That is such great news that she was finally able to come home, and although those 23 days were more trying than anything I've ever read about, I'm sure ultimately it was worth it to have her with you now.

My sister was born at around 30 weeks (this was the 1970's mind you) and while she did not have anywhere near the ordeal that your daughter did, she turned out fine.

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing that, and I'm glad your sister turned out well! I'm so thankful that we've had a success story too with Caitlin! We're ecstatic that she's home!

Aimee Greeblemonkey · 1 year ago

Isn't it the most amazing - and WEIRD - feeling.. when they disconnect the monitors???

BIG CONGRATS to you all! And best wishes to Caitlin! What a fighter!

Aimee

jnbammer · 1 year ago

It didn't seem real Aimee. It still doesn't. We're very thankful though and appreciate all of your kind thoughts and words for us!

secret agent mama · 1 year ago

I'm so happy to read this today!!!
Best wishes always!!!
Love,
Mishi

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Mishi!

Katja of Skimbaco · 1 year ago

I am so happy for Caitlin and your family. She is so beautiful and what a fighter! Congrats on your happy home coming.

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Katja!

simplyChuck · 1 year ago

Hallelujah! Welcome home Caitlin!

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks for praying for us Chuck! I believe it really did make a difference!

QuirkeeJames · 1 year ago

Thank God this had a happy ending! Welcome Home Caitlin!

jnbammer · 1 year ago

I know what you mean James! Thanks!

khylek · 1 year ago

Congratulations!

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Khyle!

jason · 1 year ago

Congratulations. I'm so happy for you. She has an angelic face. That combined with her strong will, she'll grow up to be a beautiful and determined young lady.

jnbammer · 1 year ago

I think so too Jason! Thanks man!

Kate @ Life As I Live It · 1 year ago

I'm so happy she's home! Congrats! It's been a long scary road, but now you've got nothing but happiness in front of you. Enjoy every minute!

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Kate! We're looking forward to every new experience!

Mr Lady · 1 year ago

Not that there was any doubt, but you, sir, are a fine man and father. I am honored to know you.

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Shannon! I truly appreciate you say that :-)

Zoeyjane · 1 year ago

YAY! this is SO the post i've been holding my breath to read. i'm so happy for all of your family, j!

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Zoeyjane! You and us both can now breathe a little easier now!

Andrea · 1 year ago

Welcome home, Caitlin.

Whew! You really had me on edge about the whole thing there for awhile. I'm so glad she healed. The body is an amazing piece of machinery.

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Andrea! I agree that the human body is capable of some amazing things, especially when it is encouraged by positivity and love!

kel · 1 year ago

YAY!!! I am so excited for you...this is the ending I've been praying for! I can only imagine your relief to finally have her home.
Congrats on your beautiful baby girl!
~K

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Kel! We're glad this is the ending that happened too!

Ed (zoesdad) · 1 year ago

Huge sighs of relief and happiness over here. I've not commented much lately because, quite frankly, I've been a nervous wreck about poor Caitlin's (and your family's) entire situation.

Thank God you guys are finally home.

jnbammer · 1 year ago

I understand completely Ed, and it was hard to write about it too. Part of me felt like it was therapeutic, but another part of me just wanted to forget each day and look forward. Now that it's over, I'm glad that I captured it for the future. Thanks again for your support!

Ed (zoesdad) · 1 year ago

You're a better man than me!

Stacey @Real World Mom · 1 year ago

I've been waiting for this news, and I couldn't be happier to finally hear it! I cried through most of the photos. You have a strong and beautiful daughter!

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Stacey, and I hope they were tears of joy!

Busydad · 1 year ago

Freakin frackin frokin A!!!! That is the BEST news EVER!! She IS a little ass kicker. I love a happy ending. The best to you and Lori and your whole family. Man, this is great.

jnbammer · 1 year ago

It does kick ass Jim! Thanks for the positive support and enthusiasm throughout the entire time she was in the hospital. You're awesome man!

dadofdivas · 1 year ago

What wonderful news... She is a beauty!

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Chris!

dadofdivas · 1 year ago

So doing anything special for the BIG fathers day weekend with Caitlin at
home...or is having her home enough?

matt · 1 year ago

Wow that takes me back....actually got a little choked up watching it. Congratulations, you guys. Seriously. She looks great, everyone looks great. My wife and I have really been pulling for you.
PS - From what I can see of it, the room looks good!

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Matt! We really appreciate the support and encouragement you and Aline gave us throughout this experience! I'll post about the room soon too ;-)

Lin · 1 year ago

I'm so happy for your entire family! Congrats to all of you! Give little Caitlin a wonderful hug and kiss from all of us who've been praying for her recovery! She's a tough cookie!

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Lin! I think we've given her about a thousand kisses since she's been home already!

pete · 1 year ago

That's a beautiful photo montage and a perfect ending to the last 23 days. I can't believe it's been that long! You and your family should be extremely proud of yourselves. I really appreciate your openness regarding this ordeal, smiles and tears, happiness and sadness. That's the sign of a real man. Thank you for breaking the mold.

Welcome home Caitlin!

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Pete! That really means a lot to me.

Kristen Turner · 1 year ago

Thank God! I am so happy for all of you. Your dear, sweet baby is just a miracle. Congratulations Biser Family!!
X & Os Kristen

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Kristen!

Cindy @ Her Family Blog · 1 year ago

I came to this blog after seeing a submission to my blog carnival. I just wanted to share with you happiness that your daughter is home. I was born at 28 weeks, and endured a 35 day stay in the NICU, to very young teenage parents in '85. I have a mild case of cerebral palsy, and otherwise am fine. It doesn't stop me from leading a productive life, and I'm very thankful to be here. Caitlin will enjoy life so much more when she realizes how hard she fought in the beginning.

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks for sharing that Cindy, and congratulations to you! I am always amazed at the success stories of others, and I'm very happy to hear that things are well!

Tom · 1 year ago

Thank God!!! I'm so glad to read this. And I can imagine that both of you are very, very happy to have your little baby disconnected and free to carry, touch and hold. May God bless you all as you go through life, and as Caitlin grows bigger and stronger.

jnbammer · 1 year ago

Thanks Tom! We feel so thankful for every small thing, like holding her without the wires or worrying about TPN lines anymore! We really appreciate your support through this entire thing!

soapbox mom · 1 year ago

What a beautiful slide show with a gratitude filled, beautiful ending. We're so happy for you and your whole family, Jeremy!

Welcome home, Caitlin!!