August 23, 2023
Hundreds of you from across the country and abroad have poured out your hearts in response to Baby Romee’s plight and have asked for updated news on her status. Braveheart’s open heart surgery and reconstruction of her coronary vessels took place on July 26, 4 days after birth. Although the cardiac surgeon predicted that she would be in the hospital several weeks post-surgery, she actually left the hospital and went home TEN days after open heart surgery.
In addition to the expert care she got by all the staff at Stanford Children’s Hospital, along with Romee’s strong spirit, there’s no doubt in my mind that your earnest prayers made a HUGE difference. Even one of the top scientists at Los Alamos Labs, a friend of mine, believes that the power of prayer played a significant role in Romee’s amazing recovery. At the pinnacle of science (quantum physics) and the pinnacle of spirituality, sometimes the same language is spoken.
On August 20th, Romee turned one month old. In the photos, you will see how well she is doing. She breastfeeds voraciously—even to the point of vomiting, is gaining weight, and is even smiling! Her incisional wound has completely healed as you will see in the photo. In one of the photos Romee looks like a little Buddha meditating with crossed legs.
I am profoundly grateful for your continued prayers as Romee faces the inevitable challenges of her life.
Baby Romee recently home from the hospital and peacefully resting with Momma Danni.
Baby Romee is voracious in her consumption of breastmilk.
Sleeping peacefully in spite of her recent open heart surgery.
Braveheart’s incisional wound from the open heart surgery healed very quickly, far faster than expected.
Finn, the dog, bonded immediately with Baby Romee and is now her guard dog.
Barrett, the adoring father.
Baby Buddha
September 7, 2023
Miracle Baby Romee, a.k.a. Braveheart, 6 weeks old now as I write. She is 5 weeks post open heart surgery with reconstruction of her heart vessels.
As you can see in the photos below, Braveheart is an unusually happy, healthy baby with a strong spirit. Your earnest prayers have made a significant difference–one could even say a miraculous difference in these circumstances.
At six weeks, Braveheart is alert and full of smiles
Captivated by a picture book
“Hi everyone out there!”
Many people ask me when I will see my grand baby in person. The parents have asked me to wait for another month, until after Romee gets her DPT vaccine since I am unvaccinated. It’s understandable that new parents are extremely cautious.
If you have the energy to keep up the prayers for a few more weeks, we would be so grateful. Her two-month “well child check up” in early October is when the prayers will be most appreciated.
With all my heart, I bow to you in deep appreciation.
Gramma Rikki
Prayers lifted up for Romee, her parents, and you, Gramma Rikki. We love you and miss you.
Thank you, Carolyn. I miss you too, but happy to know you are doing so well. With love, Erica
Hello Erica,
It is so wonderful to hear the account of your beautiful granddaughter! Blessings to her, her parents, and to you!
Carol & Clifford
Thank you dear Carol. Love to both you and Clifford. Warm hugs, Erica
Oh my! The photos are priceless…from the earnest student taking in the book she’s “reading” to the Buddha, to the adorable happy girl with the huge bow on her head…she just glows with her vitality.
I will happily continue to join so many others in offering prayers on her (and her parents and YOUR) behalf.
Thinking of you and sending much love and many blessings.
Sidney
Thank you so very much, Sidney. I love reading your message. Sending so much love, Erica
Precious Romee, brave heart DEFINETLY dwells in the spiritual realm!!!
She is indeed a very loved and an old sacred soul ….
Surrounded by all of us who LOVE her …prayers abound.♥️💕😇🙏
Thank you Gramma Rikki
Aw!!! Thank you so much, Di and Erik. You’ve always been so loving and supportive. Thank you for your prayers. Love you always, Erica
Dear Erica,
I can’t wait for the picture of you and Romee looking at each other, both smiling! I’ve been holding this image in my mind.
It was great to see pictures of the family at home together. Incredibly good-looking family, I might add!
Love,
Lauren
Thank you, Lauren. Guess what? I’ll be there in a few days–at last. I can’t wait to hold Baby Romee in my arms. Love you, Erica
What an incredible baby and family!
I definitely believe in the power of prayer!
Sending more prayers her way.
Love to all of you😘
Thank you so much for your prayers, Grace. Your love and kindness mean so much to me. Love, Erica
So great to see all these photos of Romee, Barrett, and Dani. So happy everything is going so well. Congratulations, Gran! Will definitely keep up the prayers. She has such big, beautiful eyes!
Thanks so much, Sally. I will be calling you soon to wish you a belated happy birthday.
Hi Erica – such a privilege to share in Romee’s miraculous journey in some small way. Her beauty and strength in body and spirit leaps out of the photos, and her joyful wonder at the world that she has come to be a part of is effusive! Makes me smile!
I, too, am an advocate and practitioner of prayer and my prayers for Romee continue!
Keep updates coming!
What a joyous surprise to hear from you, Linda. I have such fond memories of our times together. Thank you ever so much for your prayers. Love, Erica
Continued prayers and blessings for your most gorgeous granddaughter…so pleased to watch the healing unfold so well. So much love to all!!!!
Daryl
Thanks so much, dear Daryl!!
Oh she is soooo beautiful and her mediation pose is perfect. Such a little sweetheart and looks so well. The power of prayer can never be underestimated . Sending love 💗 and prayers 🙏for Romee’s healthy progress.
Lyn, I’m so grateful for your kind words and for your prayers. They mean a lot to me. Love, ERica
Hello dear Erica, This is the first that I am reading about dear adorale Romee! And, wow what a precious and adorable miracle baby! She looks so full of life and joy! My prayers are starting for Romee and will continue! I totally believe in the power of prayer! Many blessings to dear Romee and to her loving parents and dear grandma. Much love, Linda Frisone
I’m so grateful for your prayers, Linda!!
Wishing you all health and vitality!
Thank you, Lasita!!
I love the Baby Buddha picture! She’s a natural; but then I guess we shouldn’t be surprised. She has radiated a pure and joyous spirit since day 1.
May the time pass quickly until you get to hold that bundle of magic in your arms.
Thanks, Jane! I’ll be holding her in my arms in less than a week—finally!!
Thanks for all the pictures. I’m sending good thoughts for her to do well and wishing Mom, Dad, and Grandma the strength and fortitude to keep positive. With such a gorgeous, brave girl, it should be easy.
I so appreciate your words, Sue. They mean a lot to me. Love, Erica
Joyful story! You are a most deserving Grandmother. Beautiful family. Blessed Romee.
Aw! Thanks so much, Debra!!
Makes me cry to think of the miracle of medicine and love. She’s a very beautiful tiny human with a big future.
Amen! Thank you for those words, Marie.
Praying for a great report for her well-baby checkup! I know you are all anxious to hear the outcome! She looks as if she will pass with flying colors!🤗
Thank you, Kay!!
Soooo wonder full!!!
Thank you, Lorien!
Thank you, Erica, for thinking of us. Wonderful to know that miracles such as Romeo’s open heart surgery are possible, and that she is thriving in the warmth of her loving home, and with the power of prayer.
Thanks so much, Chris. I always love hearing from you.
Happiness is seeing these Baby Romee photos. such fun. and reading the story. Amazing Parents, Doctors Nurses, Grandma! a real cure-all. thanks and love
Marjoyrie
Thank you, Marjoyrie, for your lovely message.
Thus baby is destined for great things!! She is beautiful and amazing. Sending prayers of love and hope…💕💕Kelly
Thanks so much, Kelly!
So nice to hear good news. hn
Yes, good news is a good antidote to all the bad news we’re hearing lately. Thanks, Henry.
Gramma Rikki, I LUV this SO much !!!!!! Honored to have followed this amazing journey, of the perfect, beautiful and strong Romee . Braveheart indeed, and she even has the hands right in the Buddha pose lol
So happy for all of you !
Thank you, dear Nina!! I always love reading your comments.
I am SO happy for all of you and this miracle baby!
Thanks so much, Margo!!!
Such an amazing Saga! And my prayers continue.
I am trying to get to Northern Can mid October.
Maybe a chance to coordinate grandmother visits. May the blessings continue, Leah
Thank you so much, dear Leah!!!
What a sweet baby! She is truly a Braveheart and a great survivor! I am so happy that she recovered so fast from the surgery! A true blessing! Thanks for the update, dear Erica! With love, Traude
I love hearing from you, Traude. Thank you for all your love and support.
Absolutely adorable, the little Buddha! Already meditating and learning to read. I get tears in my eyes each time I see her. I know you can’t wait to go to Truckee to see her. Sending love and continued prayers, Patty
Thanks for all your kindness and support, Patty. Love, Erica
What a beautiful testimony to miracles and God’s handiwork. Be assured of my continued prayers of thanksgiving and healing for baby Braveheart and for peace of mind and patience for you, sweet Grandmother.
Love and prayers!! 🙏
I’m so grateful for your prayers, Elaine. They mean a lot to me.
The little one will need 3 DPT shots at 2, 4 abd 6 months to have basic protection. The real risk is pertussis which is definitely floating in the community all the time and more of a risk in fall and winter. Perhaps the new parents will let you visit if you mask in public for 7-10 days prior to your visit. I know you can’t wait to hold this precious one!
I will finally be holding Braveheart in my arms in just a few days. I can’t wait!!!! Warmly, Erica
Such a beloved soul!
Thank you, Victoria!!!
Thank you so much for sharing the beautiful photos of your braveheart grand daughter.
I pray for you and the parents and grand mother too.
love Holly
I’m so grateful for your prayers, Holly. It’s so nice hearing from you!!
Love love love the baby Buddha photo☺️❤️
♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Wow, Erica. Romee’s spirit is an ongoing buoyant force in the universe. Hooray! Will be a pleasure to keep the prayers going
for all of you. Thanks again for including us in your growing family.
With love, Bob
Thank you so much, Bob. I always appreciate what you have to say. Much love, Erica
Wait till she meets her Rickie-ji… though I am pretty sure you’ve known each other a LONG time!!
Thanks, Heidi. I had that same feeling—that our souls have known each other for a very long time. Love always, Rickie
Oh Erica, what a lot to go through but there is magic all around this. I have been praying from afar for all of you. Science spirituality and magic happens all at the same time. What is time but a fleeting sense of the timeless present. You we are all blessed, Kindly Jim
Thank you so much for your prayers, Jim. I think of you often and wonder how you are. With love, Erica
Thank you for this precious post with lots of pictures for all of us to love. Wonderful news. Please keep posting. Carol
Will do!! Thanks so much, Carol. Love, Erica
Hey Gramma!
What a saga that little doodle bug went through!
So glad she’s got some wind one her sails and is starting to cruise.
Good luck on the adventure ahead.
Thanks, Michael. I miss you and Caroline.
What a remarkable little being! Sending love and many blessings to the whole family.
Thanks so much, Cathy! I think of you fondly. Love, Erica
I can’t believe this came just now as I was in the process of sending your an email to ask how Braveheart was doing. She definitely is a little miracle and oh what a beautiful little girl. Thank you so much for all of the photos you provided. You definitely have made my day today Erica. Continued prayers and healing energy going to Braveheart. Also prayers going out to mom and dad as well as Gramma Rikki!
Thank you so much for your continued prayers, Cyndi. Love, Erica
…as I have bowed to you for the last 15 years! Thank you for the update and the honor of being able to be there for you and your family through prayer. The good news does my heart good. So much love and continued healing to you all!!
Thank you so much for those kind words, Micaela, and for the prayers. Much love, Erica
Amazing! Beautiful little girl. The force is clearly with her.
So nice to hear from you, John–as always. i think of you often and wonder how you are doing.