Messages for Quinn

9/15/08
Well, Little Girl, you've gotta know that with each passing day you're becoming cuter and cuter. I LOVE your little smile! You are smiling more now and it's not just random. We can make you smile by tickling you or talking to you. Your oldest brother Drew can tickle your cheeks in a special way and you smile so big! Only he seems to be able to do that, which makes him feel pretty special. When you're awake you look around all over like you're learning more and more about this great big world you're experiencing. You're experimenting with your voice now too. You are talking to us! When we hold you and talk to you after you've eaten, your mouth starts moving and, after a bit of work, a cute little sound comes out.

Here's some news: I started your "7-and-a-half-week-old" portrait in clay this weekend. It's amazing to see the sculptures of your brothers and sisters when they were your age. Looking at the sculptures, you can tell which one is which. Some day I'll hold that little sculpted head in my hands and remember how little and cute and fragile you were. What wonderful memories you're giving us as you grow!

We all love you very much, Quinn!
Dad

9/8/08
Congratulations! I loved looking at your site and seeing your family along with your new addition!
Michele (Social Teacher)

8/31/08
A Huge Congratulations to the Kulzer family, Quinn is so adorable, how precious is God's little angel. It was great meeting you Karen and Gerry and I wish you and your family the best!! Wow what wonderful pictures of Quinn on your website. Karen you did any awesome job!!
Diane (OB nurse)

8/12/08
Thank you dear Lord for giving our family Quinn Mary Kulzer. She is such a beautiful healthy, happy baby. Our prayers were answered. We will enjoy watching her grow and learn so many things from her brothers and sisters. They are big helpers and will be great teachers too. We are proud of our grandchildren! Congratulations to your family Gerry and Karen. On the Feast of the Assumption of Mary into heaven, Quinn Mary will be baptized and become a new member of our faith family.
Roman and Mary Kulzer

8/11/08
Congratulations to the whole family! It was wonderful to see you (Quinn and Daddy) yesterday at the St. Phillip's Bazaar. You are a part of a wonderful family full of love and I pray for God's richest blessings to follow you always.
Tiana Schweim

8/8/08
Well, well little Quinn, we're so glad you are here safe and sound. You are beautiful! You will add to our holiday joy along with 17 other little grandkids. Some of them are not so little anymore, Zach is 13yrs. already!! And Cole is already helping his dad with his wiring skills. Jaedyn is playing mother to her new little brother Ian. He is just 5 mo. older than you. And of course your big brothers are karate kids already! Your cousins are growing up fast. Welcome to the family Quinn....can't wait for you to meet everyone.
Love you much.
Grandma Lori & Grandpa Jerry

8/8/08
Hi,
I just wanted to say how happy I was to hear about your new baby!! I hope everyone is doing just great. I wish you many delightful moments with all of your children.
Gail U.

8/8/08
Congratulations to Mom and Dad. Welcome to the world Quinn. There is so much to learn and you are in very capable hands.
Treden

7/31/08
Congratulations! She is a beautiful little girl.
Lana T.

7/28/08
Congratulations!! Your family is very blessed!
Doug, Janice and Ben Merrill

7/28/08
Congratulations Kulzer family! I am looking forward to meeting Quinn. I am glad all is healthy and well.
Take care!
Jodi S.

7/27/08
Quinn, You are a gorgeous baby! You looked so perfect when we visited at the hospital. We are blessed to have you in the family. Kaia is especially happy to have a baby girl cousin to grow up with.
Denise, Scott & Kaia

7/27/08
Congratulations Karen and Gerry! She looks like a beautiful little girl! We were so glad to hear everyone is doing fine-Yikes... what a scary time for you guys! Hugs and kisses to Quinn and her big brothers and sisters-
Love,
Uncle Greg, Auntie Maria, and cousins-Zach, Riley, and Ben

7/27/08
I love you, Quinn! I'm staying at Grandma Lori's house tonight. When Therese & I get home we will play with you. It was fun to hold you at the hospital today. I didn't want to leave.
See you soon!
(big sister) Anissa

7/27/08
Janelle and I are so happy and excited for you. I am sure you guys will have a blast every minute.
Take care,
Brad and Janelle Asplund

7/25/08
Hey Congratulations you guys on the new addition, how exciting for the whole family! Way to go! Take care of yourselves and try to get some rest.
Love always,
Brad and Sue Bachmeier Family

7/25/08
Congratulations on the birth of your new baby girl Quinn! It sounds like she is a strong little girl as she came into the world overcoming a few obstacles. We are happy for all of you.
Best Wishes.
The Kings

7/25/08
Congratulations!! Can't wait to meet Quinn and see you all again real soon!!
Carin and Jeff

7/25/08
Congratulations Karen & Gerry!! She looks adorable, look forward to meeting her. Hey, now the girls outnumber the boys--way to go!
Betsy & Tom

7/24/08
Hay little girl, you gave us a scare today! After a few hours of labor, the nurses found that your umbilical cord was out of mommy but you weren't. It's not supposed to happen that way because it makes the blood stop flowing to you and you can't breathe. Dr. Strei was called and only a minute later she was here helping your mom. They took Mommy to the surgery room and explained to me what was happening. A few minutes later they came back and told me that I had a new healthy little girl. I was so worried about you and Mom. Karen had to stay in the recovery room for a long time afterwards so she didn't get to see you until 2 hours later.

I sure love you!
Dad

7/19/08
As I work on this website I'm anxious to meet you face to face. I've felt you kicking inside Mommy's tummy and seen a grainy ultrasound picture of you, but those things are nothing compared to actually holding you in my arms.

I need to tell you what an amazing Mother you have. She hasn't had an easy time throughout this pregnancy, but she doesn't complain and has worked through all the little (and big) problems with an amazing strength of heart and will. I know you'll love her very much, but I'm afraid the love you have for her won't even come close to the love I feel for her. She is the most wonderful woman in the world and I love her beyond compare. She really is a great mommy.

See you soon!
Love,
Dad