tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post3820136608705011733..comments2024-01-14T05:25:06.236-06:00Comments on The Macs: a year of letting gothe mcclenahanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03669168107355178867noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-64432427350254488392011-01-09T00:00:14.580-06:002011-01-09T00:00:14.580-06:00Amazing. You always say it so well. I don't ...Amazing. You always say it so well. I don't know you but I have followed your blog since Cora has gone to be with Jesus (so I feel like I know you :O)) I can honestly say weekly, if not daily, Cora and your family pop in my head. I will remember her and forever be changed by her story for my lifetime. I'm thankful that you have chosen to live your journey in the "public eye". I know the journey doesn't always look or feel wonderful but you have so humbly and kindly shined the greatness of Jesus through it all. I am a better mom, wife, sister, friend and daughter because of your story. Keep shining your light for all to see. God is using you. I'm proud of you for pressing in to Him.Mikaelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13039057318813227608noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-62853092409562650992011-01-08T14:31:48.079-06:002011-01-08T14:31:48.079-06:00Thank you for writing this.... It has been an hono...Thank you for writing this.... It has been an honor to read about your journey, even now as it continues. Your words, and strength in Christ have been a great example! Little did I know that many of your words would be so encouraging for my family as we are now walking through a sudden tragedy. Thank youJenni Lynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11485989716098390657noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-68278336962207497132011-01-07T12:56:45.600-06:002011-01-07T12:56:45.600-06:00When I read your title to this post, it felt heavy...When I read your title to this post, it felt heavy. How do you let go? But, you are so right. Really that's what our lives are about. Letting go. Nothing here BELONGS to us. It's all a gift that can be taken away. He gives & takes away. What matters is trust. Trust in a God who never fails. Letting go is so hard in most areas of life, however I can I would think you're living one of the hardest. Thanks for sharing that. Gave me new perspective as I let go of 2010 myself. Everyday is such a gift. Thanks for reminding us all of that...The Mershawn'shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17932397953327994592noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-91702905737300184302011-01-07T08:59:18.925-06:002011-01-07T08:59:18.925-06:00Jess,
Once again I am sitting here with tears in ...Jess,<br /><br />Once again I am sitting here with tears in my eyes, you are sooooo STRONG! BLess you ALWAYS and thank you again for reminding me that no matter what we endure He is there for us and we can trust in him.<br /><br />Thanks for the card the pictures were ADORABLE!<br /><br />Love to you all!<br /><br />AMIEThe Schilling's from Cimarronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14418039112942621156noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-4837131085831522792011-01-06T20:52:28.158-06:002011-01-06T20:52:28.158-06:00Thank you for this Jess. I needed to hear it.Thank you for this Jess. I needed to hear it.Jane In The Junglehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08936518391049202659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-76949433029286717672011-01-06T09:35:20.836-06:002011-01-06T09:35:20.836-06:00May God continue to richly bless your beautiful fa...May God continue to richly bless your beautiful family. Thank you for continuing to share your heart. <br /><br />xo*triciaTriciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09189315836215119463noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-85082892775990157122011-01-06T08:49:46.478-06:002011-01-06T08:49:46.478-06:00Jess, I love this post. I love all your posts, re...Jess, I love this post. I love all your posts, really, but when you write about navigating through the joy and the grief...oh it's like you put into words how I feel. I am thankful for your words, your heart and your willingness to share.Amynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-5556155214335225512011-01-06T04:41:10.903-06:002011-01-06T04:41:10.903-06:00Dear Jess
What a beautiful post. Thank you for s...Dear Jess<br /><br />What a beautiful post. Thank you for sharing it.<br /><br />I am the Mum of a gorgeous daughter. And she has multiple disabilties. And although she looks 'normal' she has many, many health and behavioural issues. And although she is only 7, it is getting to the stage that we are finding daily life a major challenge.<br /><br />I often think about the hopes and dreams we had for her. Whilst I carried her, whilst she was a baby and up until the time of her diagnosis at age 2. And life seemed so simple then but now it is anything but simple.<br /><br />I know God has a plan. I know God sent her to us for a reason. I try so hard to be the Mum HE would want me to be. And I know what you mean about forever letting go.<br /><br />You inspire me enormously. Thank you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-86789525525449617352011-01-06T02:37:43.547-06:002011-01-06T02:37:43.547-06:00Jess you amaze me. I read you blog and check often...Jess you amaze me. I read you blog and check often for a new posts with snapshots of your life and what you have to say. I pray and think of you often. I cant imagine what I would do if I were dealing with what you have dealt with. I just wanted to share that Cora can still be with you in your family photos, or at least in some of them. Just bring a framed picture of her with you. I came across a friend from high school I lost touch with who lost her daughter at the age of 3. they always have her picture with them in her pictures. I was heart warming to see the pictures of her kids holding the picture of her. She will always be a part of their family even though she isn't with them anymore, as will Cora be a part of yours. Hugs!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-87587192820482500922011-01-05T22:21:10.683-06:002011-01-05T22:21:10.683-06:00As usual you've brought me to tears. My son we...As usual you've brought me to tears. My son went to heaven in 2009 too. You've been such a help for me I can't even tell you. I am so very thankful for your blog. <br /><br />I wish I could go back and have a different OB so that my son would've had a chance of being born alive. <br /><br />We can't wait to one day be parents again.<br /><br />The book of hope has been such a comfort. I recommended it to a blogging friend who lost two of her kids in an accident and I am so happy to say she loves it.Elisabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09254907872684347382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-56136422553547795542011-01-05T20:35:07.054-06:002011-01-05T20:35:07.054-06:00Beautiful words. They melted into my heart and lif...Beautiful words. They melted into my heart and lifted my soul. Thank you for having the courage to write them.Isaac and Mommyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07089366002874132010noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-84963253717371136212011-01-05T18:54:55.570-06:002011-01-05T18:54:55.570-06:00You have gift for writing...your blog is real, ins...You have gift for writing...your blog is real, inspiring, and has Jesus all over it.AshleyAnnhttp://www.ashleyannphotography.com/blognoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-48194540912548737452011-01-05T17:59:20.594-06:002011-01-05T17:59:20.594-06:00Oh, thank you for putting my journey into words: g...Oh, thank you for putting my journey into words: grief followed by letting go. How do people walk this journey without the love and comfort of God? I have no idea.<br />You inspire me with your honesty, bravery and faith that God is/will be enough.k and c's momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16917204572331897798noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-8078940220814438782011-01-05T17:19:09.720-06:002011-01-05T17:19:09.720-06:00Jess....those are beautiful words. Your dependenc...Jess....those are beautiful words. Your dependence on Jesus is powerful. I love your grace and humility. I know that Jesus is so blessed by you and your heart. You truly are amazing.Kylie and crew.https://www.blogger.com/profile/16326244792061380446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-78178848406779743892011-01-05T15:59:40.442-06:002011-01-05T15:59:40.442-06:00I can relate...to it all. Except I am one year ah...I can relate...to it all. Except I am one year ahead on the grief cycle. <br /><br />You are not alone!<br /><br />Hugs,<br />TrishaTrisha Larsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02426915708825675793noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-20561581500497399462011-01-05T15:51:54.239-06:002011-01-05T15:51:54.239-06:00Love you, Jess!Love you, Jess!Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03832503116664004375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-65319281480941062922011-01-05T15:18:48.166-06:002011-01-05T15:18:48.166-06:00Beautiful! I needed to hear this today! I am alw...Beautiful! I needed to hear this today! I am always encouraged by your posts. Thank You!A Family of Lovehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10811780437517768433noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-1180919203783052372011-01-05T14:08:19.387-06:002011-01-05T14:08:19.387-06:00This is just beautiful, Jess. My heart aches for y...This is just beautiful, Jess. My heart aches for you and yet rejoices as God heals your hearts bit by bit. I, too, can't wait to meet Cora in heaven!Marla Tavianohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14485117754789717519noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-31155594660129465542011-01-05T13:24:40.283-06:002011-01-05T13:24:40.283-06:00You are amazing! Thank you for sharing your heart...You are amazing! Thank you for sharing your heart and encouraging others in the process!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-80931999385533030592011-01-05T13:18:40.750-06:002011-01-05T13:18:40.750-06:00wow this is so beautiful. i love reading your blog...wow this is so beautiful. i love reading your blog, you're so honest. your faith in God is unbelievable, may He bless all your family.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-22563344261754331482011-01-05T12:43:46.061-06:002011-01-05T12:43:46.061-06:00jess, you are an amazing individual!!! thank you f...jess, you are an amazing individual!!! thank you for sharing with us! i continue to pray for your sweet family.lauren haddoxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06177031090921194386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-6097666151674898372011-01-05T12:42:15.822-06:002011-01-05T12:42:15.822-06:00very moving. thank you for this message. it's ...very moving. thank you for this message. it's one that i really needed to hear today.Tiffanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17906643480459302192noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-76792306956723255802011-01-05T12:30:58.109-06:002011-01-05T12:30:58.109-06:00wise woman.
love reading your thoughts jess.wise woman.<br />love reading your thoughts jess.meg duerksenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14086811740577311427noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-7589780936085926182011-01-05T12:27:46.891-06:002011-01-05T12:27:46.891-06:00WOW, what an absolutely beautiful testimony of God...WOW, what an absolutely beautiful testimony of God's faithfulness and the power of His love through the greatest heartache in the world! Thank you so much for sharing and God bless you for your strong testimony of faithBevhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00650514267513593860noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-26423970155689360192011-01-05T12:02:51.251-06:002011-01-05T12:02:51.251-06:00I want to second what everyone else has already sa...I want to second what everyone else has already said. Thank you so much for sharing your journey. Your example is a challenging one, and your testimony is an encouragement. God bless you!Ruth Abelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06767714648625832395noreply@blogger.com