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The Christmas Eve Baby Miracle!

By Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Real Estate Agent with HomeSmart Real Estate AZ Broker BR030809000

December 04, 2017 03:48 PM

My favorite story of Christmas is all about a little baby named Anna and how The Christmas Eve Baby Miracle! she changed a families Christmas forever. Anna was supposed to be born 3 weeks earlier but she had different plans in mind. You see her Mother's Mother had passed away suddenly at the young age of 52 in October. Naturally Anna's Mom and the entire family was extremely devastated by her death. So much so that they really didn't want to even do anything for Christmas. But they knew they at least had to do something for the little ones. So they carried on with heavy hearts....

As it turned out there was a terrible snow storm that Christmas Eve. My Mother's sister was at their home along with a few other relatives. About 5:00 pm the furnace went out and the guys headed on down to Anna's fathers hardware story to pick up the parts needed through the storm. It was while they were gone that Anna decided to make her appearance. Her Aunt rushed Mom and soon to be baby to the hospital which thankfully was just a few blocks away. Anna popped out quickly upon arrival, apparently very determined to make it a memorable Christmas for the family!! Meanwhile the guys got back to the house and it was mass pandemonium. Where had Mary and Millie gone in the storm??? The oldest teenager told them the baby was coming and they went to the hospital. Anna's father called the hospital and was told he was the father of a baby girl! Cheers went out and everyone was smiling once again.

Mary and Baby Anna came home from the hospital on Christmas day and the entire family was so excited and happy to celebrate Anna's arrival as well as Christmas. For years, in fact almost every year My Mom repeated this story to me and everyone and shared why Christmas took on an entirely different meaning that year! They were once again happy and full of hope. To this day this story is close to my heart and I always miss my Mom a lot around Christmas. She was so much fun and a very wise woman! We had a very special bond my whole life and I was blessed to call her my Mom. Very blessed! Now you know why I am so darn determined to this day!

The Christmas Eve Baby Miracle!

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Debe Maxwell, CRS

Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC

The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

Oh my gosh, I LOVE this story, Anna! You were a Christmas blessing to your family and forever took away the painful Christmases to come that your family would have always experienced. I know people who lost family members during the holidays and never ever enjoy them the way they used to. You really were a miracle!

And, still determined - yep, you came out that way and still going strong! ;-)

Hope you're having a great week!

Dec 04, 2017 08:37 PM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Yes I agree Debe Maxwell, CRS many families have a tough time during the holidays. Mine was lucky to have had a big shift in energy to change things towards happy and peaceful. Funny that my Mom used to call me little Miss Determined! LOL

Dec 05, 2017 10:20 AM

Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS

Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA

South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

We all know that you are blessed Anna Banana Kruchten CRS,CRB and so are we just knowing you...

Dec 04, 2017 08:38 PM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Awww Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®,CRS, we are all truly blessed to have our AR family!

Dec 05, 2017 10:21 AM

Endre Barath, Jr.

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA

Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Anna, I read this story/post and it was bitter sweet,.... on a side note sadly my father passed away about seven years ago today and I miss both my mom and dad, I would have loved to share this story with them...Endre

Dec 04, 2017 11:54 PM

Margaret Rome Baltimor...

Pikesville, MD
Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Hi Endre Barath, Jr. I know that feeling as my Mom passed away on Dec 10th, 2002 and it was a tough holidays season for all of us.

Dec 05, 2017 10:22 AM

Kat Palmiotti

eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT

Helping your Montana dreams take root

What a beautiful story! Anna, the Christmas miracle.

Dec 05, 2017 04:00 AM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Thank you Kat Palmiotti - cute hat and pic!

Dec 05, 2017 10:22 AM

Sally K. & David L. Hanson

EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI

WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

Sometimes "strong will" is IN born....!

Dec 05, 2017 04:50 AM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Sally K. & David L. Hanson you and I could be twins from another Mother. I bet you were little Miss Determined!

Dec 05, 2017 10:23 AM

Sharon Lee

Sharon Lee's Virtual Assistance - Jonesborough, TN

Retired and loving life

Anna-What a beautiful story and there is no doubt you are special and you continue to bring joy to all those you meet

Dec 05, 2017 04:55 AM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Sharon Lee thank you and I'm happy that you appreciated my little story. Not sure it's joy to all but if I could I would!!

Dec 05, 2017 10:24 AM

Ron and Alexandra Seigel

Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA

Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Anna,

Wow, what a beautiful story. I can see why it was repeated every Christmas. My mother always said, that each baby brings a gift with them, and you certainly did! A

Dec 05, 2017 08:48 AM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Ron and Alexandra Seigel each baby does bring a beautiful gift! Love that!

Dec 05, 2017 10:24 AM

Sheila Anderson

Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ

The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good afternoon Anna. Wow, what a story. Even in birth you brought happiness. Yeah......

Dec 05, 2017 10:03 AM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Hi Sheila Anderson I'm so glad you appreciated my story! It was a gift to the whole family that year!!

Dec 05, 2017 10:25 AM

Debb Janes

Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA

Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

I just love this story - and of course you arrived amid a big storm and turned the somber mood into a Merry Christmas. Anna, you have continued to make people happy ever since. We're all thankful for that little girl who was born, not that long ago. :)

Dec 05, 2017 11:24 AM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Thank you Debb! It's pretty amazing how things happen for a reason and change the world around for many people. I'm just happy that my arrival helped out my family for many years to come!

Dec 06, 2017 08:28 AM

Chris Ann Cleland

Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA

Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

That's a heartwarming story and says so much about you and your family. You were their miracle.

Dec 05, 2017 03:16 PM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Hey Chris Ann they surely needed a miracle that Christmas after the loss of my grandmother so unexpectedly. Miracles happen every day!

Dec 06, 2017 08:29 AM

Pat Starnes-Front Gate Realty

Front Gate Real Estate - Brandon, MS

601-991-2900 Office; 601-278-4513 Cell

Excuse me, you were three weeks LATE? I think someone miscalculated. :-) Your timing to enter the world was perfect, brought joy to your family and helped your mom recover from the tragic loss of her own mother. Your mom was very wise in sharing that recount of your birth. Happy early birthday.

Dec 06, 2017 06:24 AM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Hi Pat my Mom says no but who knows! Either way it was meant to be to bring joy and happiness to the family. Thanks!

Dec 06, 2017 08:32 AM

Belinda Spillman

Aspen Lane Real Estate Colorful Colorado - Aurora, CO

Colorado Living!

I love how you decided to enter the world on your own terms. You are truly a special spirit and a miracle. Love ya Sista.

Dec 06, 2017 07:49 AM

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Phoenix, AZ

Anna "Banana" Kruchten

Hi Belinda on my own terms or so it appeared to my Mom in her story! Love you back sista!!

Dec 06, 2017 08:33 AM

Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400

HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD

Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Please continue to share this story every year! Just beautiful, just perfect timing and a delight to read for December's contest.

You are a gift to so many !!!

Dec 06, 2017 10:07 PM

Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP

DFW FINE PROPERTIES - Flower Mound, TX

Selling Homes Changing Lives

Anna Banana Kruchten CRS,CRB - I'm glad I came back here to read this one more time. I know for sure I read it previously and was sure I wrote comments too. Surely, I didn't dream it, nor for another post, but for some reason, I'm not seeing my comments, so I'm really not sure if my work is disappearing or I'm being deleted.

Any how... I love this story. You entered the world all in due time, at a time in history when your mother needed you most. You quite possibly, saved her life, in ways women need to be saved - by some miracle. And you were definitely a miracle. I can understand the close bond the two of you had her entire life. Thank you for bringing this very special Christmas story into focus for all of us to enjoy.

By the way, you weren't just a gift for your mother and father, you ARE a special gift to all of us here on ActiveRain.

Dec 08, 2017 09:28 AM

Rebecca Gaujot, Realtor®

Lewisburg, WV

Lewisburg WV, the go to agent for all real estate

Anna, a great story and a wonderful present for the family.... a sweet baby!!

Dec 10, 2017 09:01 PM

Inna Ivchenko

Barcode Properties - Encino, CA

Realtor® • GRI • HAFA • PSC Calabasas CA

Beautiful story...Thanks for sharing your special memories!

Happy Holidays:)

Dec 18, 2017 11:42 PM

Jan Green - Scottsdale, AZ

Value Added Service, 602-620-2699 - Scottsdale, AZ

HomeSmart Elite Group, REALTOR®, EcoBroker, GREEN

Apparently calculating a baby's due date wasn't an exact science then! I get it, my daughter came 15 days late in 1980 instead of 1979! Thank you for sharing your special story. That must make you feel very special at this time of year. Fond memories are a good thing! Merry Christmas to you and Gary!

Dec 20, 2017 09:49 PM

Charles Stallions

Charles Stallions Real Estate Services - Pensacola, FL

850-476-4494 - Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl.

Anna, wow what a beautiful story and thanks for sharing. Merry Christmas to you and Gary

Dec 25, 2017 06:58 PM

John Juarez

The Medford Real Estate Team - Fremont, CA

ePRO, SRES, GRI, PMN

What a wonderful story, Anna. A time of joy was made sad by the loss of a loved one only to be turned joyful again by new life. What a very special memory!

Dec 29, 2017 07:42 PM

Sharon Tara

Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH

Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

My Christmas memory, similar, except I was the mom and it was a baby boy born on Christmas eve. The funny thing is that both those babies came so fast! Must be something about Christmas Eve babies!

Jan 05, 2018 12:30 PM