tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4047288093885552680.post548905379491072931..comments2023-05-12T05:12:06.483-04:00Comments on An Unfinished Life: 1 month ago...Leahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02324207485114310927noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4047288093885552680.post-60059513020161146772008-09-26T12:55:00.000-04:002008-09-26T12:55:00.000-04:00sThis is my first visit to your blog - I'm so sorr...sThis is my first visit to your blog - I'm so sorry about Christian! I can't even begin to imagine what you two are going through right now.<BR/><BR/>I had an older brother who passed away, and it was really hard on me and my family ... I'm not sure if that compares, though.Loshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16794387734217000502noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4047288093885552680.post-45279794990995830042008-09-24T23:41:00.000-04:002008-09-24T23:41:00.000-04:00Leah: we can hear life returning to your overwhelm...Leah: we can hear life returning to your overwhelmed spirit. I'm so glad the pounding of the sorrow is easing somewhat, somehow. Or is it just that we become accustomed to it? <BR/>I have learned that none of us are ever the same after the death of those most precious to us. Life has changed in every way, and so do we. But God never misses an opportunity to make us stronger and more like Him. Years (!) ago I read something in a Focus on the Family article. It was a writing of a mother who had dedicated her daughter in church. What I read rang so strong, beautiful, and true in my spirit, that I memorized it. A bit of time later it brought peace to me. I hope it brings hope, comfort, and/or strength to you. It said this, "Do not fear the hard times, my little one, for as surely as they come, they will go, leaving you stronger and more loving if you will allow God to deeply penetrate your soul." It is clear, Leah, that you are allowing - even crying out for - God to penetrate your soul. And it is evident you are growing stronger. <BR/>Keep in mind no one is hurrying your healing. There is no time frame that applies. Any who have known similar pain would sit quietly with you, holding your hand, listening if you needed to speak - for however long you might need - and then when you would need again. Those of us out here in blogland are doing that very thingm, though we can't do it in person. We're right with you whatever you need.<BR/>Blessings, brave one. Keep moving along this journey one step at a time, as that is all that can be seen at any given moment. And know it is right and fine to pause and take your rest when needed. <BR/><BR/>Our heart's best to Ryan, as well. I imagine his heart aches for both Christian and his dear wife whose sorrow multiplies his. I know he hurts that you hurt, for that is what love does.Deb D.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15667732964425801280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4047288093885552680.post-46914208967155295662008-09-24T20:41:00.000-04:002008-09-24T20:41:00.000-04:00Indeed, every step is hard when you are on a journ...Indeed, every step is hard when you are on a journey of grief after losing someone so precious and dear to you as Christian was. My sister said (after losing her son) that some days the most she could manage to do was breathe. I pray that the One who is able will continue to sustain you each and every day and that He will bless you in unexpected ways as you grieve the loss of your son. His love indeed surrounds you and I hope you feel it as you are lifted in prayer.So Blessedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15922257140830561093noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4047288093885552680.post-88962224922189737072008-09-23T19:31:00.000-04:002008-09-23T19:31:00.000-04:00Sending you a ((HUG)) from Pa! Praying for you too...Sending you a ((HUG)) from Pa! Praying for you too!Judyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03224428660851832602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4047288093885552680.post-32165675218350304222008-09-23T16:39:00.000-04:002008-09-23T16:39:00.000-04:00thinking of ya'llthinking of ya'llLuciePhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02078306343511479597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4047288093885552680.post-84057404918488771892008-09-23T15:53:00.000-04:002008-09-23T15:53:00.000-04:00Leah:I moved from Naples almost 2 years ago, and i...Leah:<BR/><BR/>I moved from Naples almost 2 years ago, and its funny to think someone that was probably just around the corner, is someone I love to hear about so often now. I admire your bravery, even though I know you don't feel like it. Your boy is so beautiful and you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Nothing will make it easier, but you are a strong woman, and you WILL get through this. It is such a cliche', but I promise, it's true.Cortneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08806217124676832773noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4047288093885552680.post-74882334380657825972008-09-23T15:28:00.000-04:002008-09-23T15:28:00.000-04:00Still praying in Louisville, KY.Still praying in Louisville, KY.Susiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05731406829746454926noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4047288093885552680.post-19995696846610687332008-09-23T13:40:00.000-04:002008-09-23T13:40:00.000-04:00Grief is a moment by moment thing. One minute you...Grief is a moment by moment thing. One minute your up, the next your down. When you lose someone that you hold dearly, it changes you and I know that because of the grief I have endured in my own life. I'm a better person because of it, though that deep piercing pain will fade, you will never forget. <BR/>Soon the sun will shine through the rain. Love and prayers to you both.t~https://www.blogger.com/profile/16661748211204975504noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4047288093885552680.post-44042242191727816942008-09-23T11:39:00.000-04:002008-09-23T11:39:00.000-04:00Praying for you and for Ryan. This is so tough to...Praying for you and for Ryan. This is so tough to figure out! The 22 marked 7 months since my son Asher breathed his last breath and there are still days I feel like I cannot go on. Please know you are not alone!<BR/><BR/>Love,<BR/>Kristyboltefamilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09178547489939649432noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4047288093885552680.post-83078637098434007322008-09-23T11:02:00.000-04:002008-09-23T11:02:00.000-04:00Leah, Christian is beautiful. I know you miss him ...Leah,<BR/> Christian is beautiful. I know you miss him terribly and I can only imagine what you must be experiencing. I pray you know how much God loves you both and is healing your heart.<BR/>psalm 55:16,17Framed by Gracehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17862223774372797841noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4047288093885552680.post-3601850549648621352008-09-23T00:38:00.000-04:002008-09-23T00:38:00.000-04:00Leah, Of course you can never be the person before...Leah, Of course you can never be the person before Christian was born because you are a mommy now and always. Thank you for sharing your heart and soul with us. It is so nice to see the garden in progress. All of us in this blog world can visually go there with you and just be with Christian thru prayers.Cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00725698005835278265noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4047288093885552680.post-31214831743502731752008-09-23T00:09:00.000-04:002008-09-23T00:09:00.000-04:00Today was six weeks since we found out that our Je...Today was six weeks since we found out that our Jenna had died. She was born the next day. My therapist said we now have a new normal, and we have to learn to deal with it.Mrs. Motherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11548716422011525616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4047288093885552680.post-76451678287138856812008-09-22T23:21:00.000-04:002008-09-22T23:21:00.000-04:00Leah,Still praying for you. This is a long journey...Leah,<BR/>Still praying for you. This is a long journey, one in which I truly think is never over, as you said you do learn to function once again, but you are never the same person you were before you lost your precious child. After we lost our son I had the hardest time sending thank-yous. It was just an overwhelming task, that I was not up to. People understand and they know that you are grateful.<BR/><BR/>Continuing to Pray,<BR/>Autumn<BR/>www.caringbridge.org/visit/ajwaltonAutumnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18339027570171244036noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4047288093885552680.post-13828606510974174522008-09-22T22:38:00.000-04:002008-09-22T22:38:00.000-04:00Praying you and Ryan through Leah, one day at a ti...Praying you and Ryan through Leah, one day at a time, sometimes moment by moment. This is such a hard time for your hearts to bear and I think you are doing the most beautiful things in memory of your beautiful Christian. One month is such a short time to catch your breath, take your time, both of you and let the Lord carry you through. <BR/><BR/>Love, Laurie in Ca.<BR/>PS. Please email me your address when you find the time. I would appreciate it:)Laurie in Ca.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15599832324966859946noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4047288093885552680.post-25739652587191115672008-09-22T21:52:00.000-04:002008-09-22T21:52:00.000-04:00Everyone reading your blog loves you so much. Mak...Everyone reading your blog loves you so much. Making the garden is an incredible idea. I've heard of people planting a tree or flower but a beautiful garden like you've done is amazing. Thanks you for letting God use your overwhelming pain to inspire others. <BR/>NicoleAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com