The twins have arrived!
Hunter John and Jackson Thomas made their debut early last Wednesday proving miracles can and do happen.
Here's Hunter John. He arrived at 2:05 AM weighing 5 pounds and 11 ounces.
And here's Jackson Thomas. He arrived at 2:00 AM weighing 5 pounds and 6 ounces. 
Everyone is perfectly healthy now but both the babies and I had some challenges during labor and in the days after. The twins had brief stays in the NICU and we had to stay at the hospital a bit longer for some care for all of us, but we are doing absolutely wonderful now. The Hubs and I feel so blessed that they are healthy and strong and we all got to leave the hospital together. I can't thank the wonderful staff and nurses at the Mission Hospital labor and delivery, NICU and Mom and Baby Units for taking such wonderful care of us all.
We love them both so much already and I feel so lucky to be their Mama.
I'm looking forward to sharing a lot more about the twins arrival, more photos and the birth story with you very soon. For now, though I just wanted to let you know that they are HERE!
Thank you all for your tremendous support during this entire journey.
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Sarah says
Congratulations! Your boys are beautiful!
Farrah says
Aww, congrats, Julie!!! <3 I'm so glad you're all healthy and happy + back home now! They're adorable!
susan rawls says
So sweet! Congratulations and so happy for everyone!.
Charlie & Marcia Bornemann says
Congratulations! We are so happy for you. The boys are precious and we are so glad that you are all home, healthy, and happy! Love from Marcia and Charlie
Kristy from Southern In Law says
Oh they are so perfect!! Congratulations!!!
Blane Sherer says
Congratulations !
So happy for you and the Hubs ( smile )
Kathy says
Congrats on the twin boys and they are so cute looking and handsome
Bill says
Congratulations!! They are beautiful babies. So happy for you and Shon
Gail Bell says
Congratulations! They are just beautiful! I truly have enjoyed reading about your pregnancy journey, and look forward to watching Hunter and Jackson grow.
Flo says
Congratulations on the birth of your sons! They are absolutely adorable! Love their names also. So glad that all of you are okay and doing well. Enjoy your new adventure. Looking forward to seeing them grow up also. You are truly blessed two-fold. God is good!
Martha Marcum says
What beautiful baby boys! You're so blessed to have twins. Do post pictures often so we can watch them grow! Miss you!
Adriane VanDoren says
So happy for you and thankful everyone is healthy and doing well! God bless and Happy Thanksgiving!
Joan says
Julie, I'm so happy for you and your hubby. I'm also happy you all are home and doing great. The boys are beautiful! Looking forward to the rest of the story.
GEORGINA says
Congratulations.... they are adorable ... they are a bless ... enjoy every single moment.... the adventure binging ...
Janice - Salads for Lunch says
Yay!!!! I’m so happy for you and the wonderful moments you will experience as a family. Congratulations! Your boys are absolutely adorable!
Virginia Banks says
They are beautiful babies! CONGRATULATIONS!
Maxine Eatmon says
Julie and Hubs, you have two beautiful babies. I know how proud you are of them. Congratulations on their birth and that they are so healthy. May GOD bless you all. Take care. Keep us posted on their growth and your health. You sure have a wonderful blessing and miracle.
Patrick Kerrigan says
Good afternoon Julie, love looking at your twins. Babies are an awesome thing to watch grow. We are lifting parents along with babies up to our Lord and savior to watch over and guide.
Have a beautiful day.
KATHY Owensby says
What beautiful babies! Enjoy them . Blessings!
Catherine Dorn says
Congratulations, your boys are so precious. I love them very much.
Julie Bantin says
They are beautiful! Enjoy them, they grow up too fast. Congratulations to you and Hubs!
Lisa Ballantyne says
Oh Julie! Your sons are precious! Thank you for sharing the beautiful photos with us, and for allowing all of us to be a part of your journey into motherhood! I love the babies' names!
Now the real adventure begins.....enjoy every precious moment!
Diane Peterson says
Such beautiful babies. I am so happy for you and your family. What an added Thankgiving blessing. I thank you for sharing this journey with us and look forward to many more beautiful adventures.
May God continue to bless you always.
Ginger Shepherd says
so adorable......so happy for all...God is Great,
Nancy says
Congratulations! They are adorable - Many Blessings!!
Sherri Bradley says
Congratulations and God's Blessings on you and your little family!!! So glad everyone is doing fine. You will be a great mommy!!!
Libby Haire says
May God continue to bless you and these beautiful babies. Congratulations to you!
Robin Davis says
Congrats Julie & Shon-they are adorable. You should both be very proud. I know you guys will be great parents. Robin
Sara Jones says
They are so adorably beautiful, congratulations to you and your Hubs 😊.
Your road to happiness continues 💙💙
Donna says
So excited! Congratulations to you both!
Kimberly says
Oh my goodness, this post makes me so happy! Congratulations to you and your husband. Hunter and Jackson are so adorable!!
Debbie says
Congratulations! They are so beautiful!
Danny Steadman says
Many congrats on the twins...they are so adorable
Judy says
Congratulations! They are so handsome! I am so glad all are doing well. God has truly blessed your lives!
Nicole @ Fitful Focus says
They are so so so precious, Julie!! Huge congrats!! And so happy you all are home and doing well!
Ann Gardner says
They are perfect. God blessed you twice. I am so happy for you Julie. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Martha says
Congratulations! Precious little boys, so happy for you. Now the fun begins♥️♥️
Susie @ Suzlyfe says
So beyond excited and happy for you. They are gorgeous and so perfect. Now rest up and have the best time soaking up this moment! Congrats to the daddy too!
Cindy says
Congratulations!! They are so handsome <3..
Paula Fox says
Congratulations! Beautiful boys, good sized for twins! Great Job Mom!! Enjoy it all as they grow so fast!! Blessings to you & your little family 💙💙
Arminta Stacy McKelvey says
Congratulations! Glad everything is well now and that everyone is home. Such handsome boys already.
Jill K says
What beautiful babies!!! Can't wait to see more pics and hear about your daily adventures on the blog!
Congratulations to you all!
Jenn says
They are perfect! Congratulations!
debbie says
Congratulations, how absolutely adorable-two sweet blessings!!!
Jan & Rick Allison says
They are beautiful. Congratulations to you all.
Terry Dorlan says
Hi Julie,
They are beautiful! Congratulations!!
[email protected] says
Hooray!! Your boys are absolutely beautiful and precious. I'm so happy for you and thankful that you and the little ones are happy and safe. Many blessings to you and your family!
Cathy L Justice says
Congratulations! They are beautiful! God has blessed you with 2 healthy babies! May God bless you and Hunter John and Jackson Thomas as they grow and thru out their life and the joys you will share in this new experience of motherhood and raising not one but two special gifts from God. Thanks for Sharing your new family with all of us!
Glenda Dills says
Congratulations! The boys are beautiful! So glad all went well!
Maureen @ Maureen Gets Real says
Julie they are beautiful!! I'm so happy for you, the Hubs, Makena, Hunter and Jackson. I'm glad everyone is doing well now and I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving! There is so much to be thankful for this year!!
Jean says
So happy for all of you, Congratulations with much love. Your boys are beautiful!!!
Crystal Johnson says
What adorable blessings! We are so happy for you guys!
[email protected] says
Oh my goodness! They are so precious! Congratulations to the both of you. Christmas came early this year for you! Enjoy your bundles of joy!!!!
Annette Gentry says
Congratulations! They are handsome little men. Thank you for sharing with us. Prayers for you all as you start this journey.
Brenda Miller says
Congratulations to you, hubby and beautiful baby boys! Your lives will be changed forever! Enjoy every minute!
Wendy says
Congrats Julie!!! I'm so glad to see everyone is well. They are just precious.
Mary Jean Henson says
Congratulations! Your babies are beautiful. So glad you all are home and doing well now.
Heather Brown says
Oh my gosh they are adorable! I am so so thrilled for you! Glad you are all home healthy now. I can't wait to see more! I've been stalking you for a week seeing if they've arrived haha!
Mike says
Congratulations Julie! They're beautiful! God has truly blessed you both!
Cynthia says
Congratulations, Julie!! Your babies are perfect. We will continue to keep you and your family on our prayers. So glad you three are doing well. Hope you are able to rest some.
Beth Ann Chiles says
Oh my goodness! They are so beautiful! Congratulations to you all--enjoy the miracle of these tow cuties!
MARY BETH JACKSON says
congrats to you! very handsome little guys already!
Alicia K says
Congrats!! They are beautiful.
Kay says
Congratulations! They are truly a blessing! So glad all are well!
Barbara Thomas says
Thanks for sharing your journey with us you both are going to be great parents!!1
Marilyn says
So incredibly happy for you all!!