Today marks the Terrific Trio's second birthday. Since we have a chicken pox attack wafting its way through the house, the celebrations will be delayed a few days or maybe even weeks. Tonight I walked into their bedroom and thought back two years... it was Sunday night and they were almost twelve hours away from being born. The situation with Tess seemed to be status quo, and we thought that just maybe we could squeek another week or two out of the pregnancy. But over the course of the next twelve hours the preterm labour picked up it's pace, and by about 4 to 5 AM the writing was on the wall: the triplets were going to be born. Two years later they have done amazingly well, praise be to God, the incredible healthcare we received from the Queen Mary Hospital NICU and the support from our friends and family. A special mention goes to Lita, Mila and De, who day in and day out for twenty-one months have provided the Terrific Trio with extraordinary, reliable, consistent care.
JASPER, 2.2 lbs (l) at birth; February 2006 (r) playing with a balloon.
SELA, 2.1 lbs (l) at birth; February 2006 (r) doing Wiggles moves.
CARYS, 1.65 lbs (l) at birth; February 2006 (r) doing Wiggles moves.
You've come a long way babies.
We're proud of you and love you!
HAPPY 2ND BIRTHDAY TO THE TERRIFIC TRIO!!!!!!!
Posted by: Brandy | February 23, 2006 at 03:17 AM
Happy happy birthday darling babies, it seems like yesterday when I used to refresh your page every few hours. You were on my mind and in my thoughts every moment of every day. It was then when I got to know your mommy and daddy, and realized what wonderful people they are.
You are very special miracle babies and very loved, but lots of people, all over the world.
Lots and lots of love from all of us here in South Africa, we can't wait to meet you in person one day
Big kiss
T, A and K
xx
Posted by: Tertia | February 23, 2006 at 03:31 AM
Happy birthday to you - Happy birthday to you - Happy birthday to you -
Sing along three times.
Posted by: joeinvegas | February 23, 2006 at 04:43 AM
Happy, Happy, Happy Birthday to Jasper, Sela and Carys! What a joy to see their "that was then, this is now!" pictures. Each one is such a blessing, and a resounding answer to all those prayers in their earliest days.
Congratulations Tess, Charles and Sebastian on this big milestone that your family has reached together.
Smiling along with you!
Posted by: SheilaC | February 23, 2006 at 04:54 AM
Happy birthday to all three of you gorgeous darling little toddlers. You are so so special and so loved by many many people. It is incredible to see the journey you have come on and how well you are all doing. Looking forward to meeting you all one day.
Lots and lots of love to the three of you as well as your big brother, mum and dad.
Posted by: Trinie | February 23, 2006 at 05:27 AM
wow! Happy Birthday Jasper, Sela, and Carys!
You've come a long way, babies!
Posted by: Katrina | February 23, 2006 at 07:15 AM
Happy Birthday to the most special triplets in the whole world! I hope you have a fantastic birthday!!!
Love all the way from Texas,
Karen
Posted by: Karen | February 23, 2006 at 08:07 AM
Happy Birthday to the cutest trio ever!
Posted by: Kate | February 23, 2006 at 09:43 AM
Happy 2nd Birthday to three wonderful miracles.
We have so enjoyed this journey with you to this point, and can't wait to see what is ahead for each of you.
Love to all,
Karen in snowy Alberta!
Posted by: Karen Ritchey | February 23, 2006 at 10:09 AM
Happy birthday to 3 amazing babes that share a birthday with another wonderful Cutie Pie!
Posted by: Leggy | February 23, 2006 at 10:12 AM
happy birthday trios
Posted by: Liz | February 23, 2006 at 10:18 AM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE TERRIFIC TRIO!
Auntie Pammie send her love to you all! xoxox
Posted by: Auntie Pammie | February 23, 2006 at 11:03 AM
Happy Birthday Jasper!
Happy Birthday Sela!
Happy Birthday Carys!
love to you all,
s.e.s.m.
Posted by: knobody | February 23, 2006 at 12:07 PM
Wow!?!? Has it been two years since I found out about you guys??
I remember crying, praying and then crying and praying some more and then rejoicing and then crying and praying some more. Someone had a fungus, something was wrong with someone's eyes. Someone gained 2 ounces, Praise God! What a roller coaster it was, eh??
The "small stuff" was so thrilling. I lost sleep over you all and have never even met you. This is the impact you have made on people around the globe!
I cannot fathom what it was like for all of you. I have never even met you and I was stressed and worried and trusting God for a miracle.
I love checking your blogs every few days and seeing those gorgeous children of your's. I know you cherish them.
Happy Birthday to you stunning Two Year olds!!!
Posted by: laura | February 23, 2006 at 01:11 PM
Happy Birthday little ones that have grown so big!
lots of love Claudine, Richard, Alex, Ben and Daniel
Posted by: Claudine | February 23, 2006 at 04:38 PM
Wow. 2 years. Happy Birthday Sela, Carys & Jasper!!!
You've already done & experienced so much, which is good so you're ready for all that still awaits you!
Posted by: Viscouse | February 23, 2006 at 09:27 PM
Wow, two years already! Happy birthday, little ones, it truly is an amazing thing to watch you grow.
Posted by: Lioness | February 23, 2006 at 11:23 PM
Add my wishes to all those above. You all have a lot to be proud of, and thankful for, in those precious babes! May God continue to bless you all. (NB: Big hugs to the proud Grandmom, too, please!)
Blessings,
Erin
Posted by: Erin | February 24, 2006 at 02:01 AM
Happy birthday to you! I cant beleive how much you have grown! Hope the pox leaves you soon and you can celebrate! Wish we could be there to help eat that wonderful elmo cake and wiggle dance with you! Love to big brother Sebbie too!
Carrie, Tom, Amanda & Alex!
Posted by: Carrie | February 24, 2006 at 03:31 AM
WOW!!! Two years already... what an amazing testament to God's love, mercy, grace, peace and provision...not just for the three..but for you and charles and Seb as well... I am so glad that this past year brought about happy times, new memories and real smiles!!! I am honored to know you, love you and to pray for all of you!! I miss you more than you'll know...but you are not far from my thoughts and prayers even though we are 1/2 a world apart!!! xo lyns
Posted by: lyns | February 24, 2006 at 03:46 AM
I NEVER DOUBTED THE LITTLE NIPPERS WOULD BE HEALTHY.THEIR GRANDMOTHER HAS FRIENDS IN EXCEPTIONALLY HIGH PLACES.
WITH THAT BEING SAID WOULD YOU PLEASE TELL THE DEAR LADY TO RETURN TO YELLOWKNIFE.
THANK YOU.
LOVE,DAD
Posted by: DAD | February 24, 2006 at 04:59 AM
PS HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Love Dad aka Granddad
Posted by: DAD | February 24, 2006 at 05:02 AM
Happy 2nd Birthday to 3 very special, amazing little people :) All the way from Australia!
Posted by: Sue | February 24, 2006 at 09:39 AM
Wow. We just celebrated our twins third birthday. It is great to look back and know how lucky you were.
Happy Birthday babies.
Posted by: Tuesday | February 25, 2006 at 03:05 AM
If ever I wonder whether miracles really happen, I love the fact that I can look at your blog and see that they do. Happy Birthday to three lovely little ones.
Posted by: Polly | February 25, 2006 at 08:31 AM