tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post4146293744675383256..comments2024-01-14T05:25:06.236-06:00Comments on The Macs: eleven months & three daysthe mcclenahanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03669168107355178867noreply@blogger.comBlogger61125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-18873254553512009862010-12-13T00:15:31.328-06:002010-12-13T00:15:31.328-06:00"There are a lot of things that were hard abo..."There are a lot of things that were hard about today, but today is also a reminder of God's sufficient grace. Today is a reminder that the same grace God has given us to move forward since loosing Cora, the same grace that God has given us as we raise Levi, is the same grace He will continue to give us as Levi moves past this eleven months and three days milestone."<br />Love that. Love that. Love that. Our daughter Faith would have been 8 years old yesterday! Wow. God has brought us a long way and blessed us greatly. And now Cora and Faith are partying in heaven.TDM Wendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14490428486183766703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-62071128773199447452010-12-10T19:05:56.087-06:002010-12-10T19:05:56.087-06:00Thank you for this post. It was exactly what I nee...Thank you for this post. It was exactly what I needed to hear today - one in which the exhaustion of keeping up with a very active 18 mo. old (plus his three older sibs) was catching up with me and I was entering "complain mode." I have continued to think and pray for you as you approached these anniversary dates of Cora's life. It gladdens the heart to see Levi's pictures and read about his milestones and how God continues to encourage you through these tough times.Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16638967563027741043noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-76066348916583853702010-12-10T14:52:13.136-06:002010-12-10T14:52:13.136-06:00You are truly an inspiration to us all. You are t...You are truly an inspiration to us all. You are truly a living example of where there is destruction, there is also hope. You and Joel are living examples of how even through the valleys, God is there, that His hand is upon us at all times, thank you from the bottom of my soul for not giving in to the doom of what your life could have been, but for always focusing on the light even when it is hard. Because I have been trying to not give into the doom after I lost my mom, and you always steer me back to where I sould be, focused on Christ. Your life is an inspiration. Thank you!Al's Worldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06909131126401044123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-74683306969769546742010-12-09T17:28:24.048-06:002010-12-09T17:28:24.048-06:00This post was beautiful and passionate and remarka...This post was beautiful and passionate and remarkable.<br />Much love to you, and prayers.Melissa Joyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12487515735262185690noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-64191353535040719692010-12-09T14:54:46.095-06:002010-12-09T14:54:46.095-06:00I'm not sure if it was a typo or a purposeful ...I'm not sure if it was a typo or a purposeful spelling, but you wrote "loosing Cora." It struck me that "loosing" Cora is just what you have done, even more so than losing her. You have "loosed" her into the arms of Her heavenly Father and you have said, "Lord, use her -- even now in my sorrow and grief. Use the precious life of our little girl that we so clung to. She is and always was yours. Make her glorify you."<br /><br />And He is doing just that.<br /><br />Keeping you in my prayers whenever I think about you.Nanhttp://www.shawnanigans.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-72011731825241740672010-12-08T20:27:41.774-06:002010-12-08T20:27:41.774-06:00I follow your blog weekly and have wanted to comme...I follow your blog weekly and have wanted to comment so many times. I am the mom of 2. My oldest, Emma is almost exactly the same age as Cora and I also have a 15 month old son, Chase. I cannot imagine the pain your family has endured. I have felt loss - but the thought of not being able to bring either of my babies home is unbearable. I'm am Moved everyday by your strength. You are one of the most Amazing women I have ever met (at least I feel like I know you!). I just wanted to say Thank you for sharing your story with us. It has given me new respect for how fragile life is and how Amazing my children - and all children are. <br /><br />I can't imagine how you do it - but please keep sharing. You are an inspiration. Cora and Levi are so lucky to have a Wonderful mom who loves them both - and she will always be with you. Someday you will all be together - but until then - know that all our prayers are with you and that you are giving so much to so many other moms by sharing your story and your strength in life. <br /><br />God Bless!<br /><br />Val HensleyThe Hensley Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12416366268785565699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-54255153253404016332010-12-08T11:39:41.138-06:002010-12-08T11:39:41.138-06:00It's so hard being a parent...
You make us all...It's so hard being a parent...<br />You make us all miss that sweet girl, even though most of us never knew her. So grateful you have Levi to watch grow & to keep you BUSY. But I can only imagine how unbearable it must feel so many times watching him grow without her. Yuck. But God's strength IS perfect & will surely get you through. Praying LOTS of it your & Joel's way!The Mershawn'shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17932397953327994592noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-57793171287288199132010-12-07T23:51:36.282-06:002010-12-07T23:51:36.282-06:00I've been reading your blog since a prayer req...I've been reading your blog since a prayer request that I received when Cora was ill. I remembering crying for you and your family the day that she went to be with Jesus. And today I'm smiling in my heart for you - for your faith and the way that God has allowed Cora and your family to touch the lives of so many people - and for that sweet little guy that you come home to now. Blessings to all of you...Robin in Bentonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-66434524281505638752010-12-07T22:18:53.818-06:002010-12-07T22:18:53.818-06:00From a mother to a mother....you are such an inspi...From a mother to a mother....you are such an inspiration and a breath of fresh air! God bless you as you continue on your journey with your little guy! They are sooo fun! I have a 4 year old little guy and each day is a new adventure! I will pray for your daily as you learn how to be a parent to Levi!Don, Aimee, Kaitlyn and Kysenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14012349914221969116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-48953761117322707802010-12-07T12:22:35.032-06:002010-12-07T12:22:35.032-06:00I was thinking about you and Christmas time the ot...I was thinking about you and Christmas time the other day, isn't weird how we think of people we've actually never met but through a blog we feel like you are a part in our lives - and that's what Cora's life has done for so many (I know you wish it was different, that you rather hold her and have her instead of inspiring people as you pour your heart in this blog ...) her short life has inspired so many that are hurting, so many that have gone through the same loss than you, I'll say a special pray for you today and through out this season. <br /><br />The other day I was present when a dear lady gave her life to Christ, her baby was 40 weeks when they realized she was gone, last Friday this lady gave her life to Christ and can now be reunited with her baby girl one day ... so many stories of pain and yet so many stories of hope.<br /><br />Your Levi is a ham and I'm sure you gave him extra hugs yesterday, today and tomorrow ... <br /><br />You're a wonderful woman and I loooove reading your blog.<br /><br />Merry Christmas to you and your sweet family, here and in heaven!Claudiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07487543406418219758noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-10551980197327000122010-12-07T12:08:33.982-06:002010-12-07T12:08:33.982-06:00praying for you! thank you for sharing your heart ...praying for you! thank you for sharing your heart with us-- God is so evident in your story.Bethnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-13184686814562855082010-12-07T11:15:06.744-06:002010-12-07T11:15:06.744-06:00I have followed your blog since about a week after...I have followed your blog since about a week after Cora got sick and I have cried many times reading your stories, but I want to thank you for them. It is good to be reminded that every day is a gift from god and we need to appreciate our days and never take them for granted. I always have extra hugs and kisses for my babies after thinking of loosing them and I pray for you often.Tammiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11691157705091450286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-16841236718301678762010-12-07T08:27:05.204-06:002010-12-07T08:27:05.204-06:00May the memories of her joyful smile and spunky sp...May the memories of her joyful smile and spunky spirit help guide you through these difficult days. I pray for your family all the time, you are always close in my thoughts. Merry Christmas and hope you have so much fun for Levi's first Christmas! God bless!Toni :O)https://www.blogger.com/profile/01652753669110100387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-49777278990748300712010-12-06T23:36:12.614-06:002010-12-06T23:36:12.614-06:00Aww honey, you will make it through this day. It ...Aww honey, you will make it through this day. It usually takes me a few days to really get over that milestone day. For us it is 6 months, 2 weeks, and 6 days that is hard. And every time one of my babies hits that day, I always think about what if that was it? What if that was all the time I got with them. It just breaks my heart. I hold onto them tighter and take more pictures... Hang in there mama.Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06808167129430510625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-75162291461722607232010-12-06T20:57:56.944-06:002010-12-06T20:57:56.944-06:00Your words are so full of beauty and love for Chri...Your words are so full of beauty and love for Christ. Once again I can only say thank you for sharing your story with those of us whom you have never even met. <br />As a side note, Grayson, who you added to be prayed for on your sidebar...He turned three years old this December the 5th. Thank you so much for your prayers, we are seeing a miracle in the making in his sweet life.<br />-Aimee.Aimeehttp://thedukesofpc.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-86766641669040950362010-12-06T20:47:46.449-06:002010-12-06T20:47:46.449-06:00What a beautiful post. Long time reader, but hardl...What a beautiful post. Long time reader, but hardly ever comment. This one brought me to tears. You are amazing and such an inspiration to all!Mommy2QTPiesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-31684867660131977032010-12-06T20:42:25.437-06:002010-12-06T20:42:25.437-06:00Thank you for the reminder that HE is enough. You...Thank you for the reminder that HE is enough. You have been such a blessing to me. I continue to pray for you and your sweet family.Angiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10957517390445883692noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-63395309339440512852010-12-06T20:15:46.873-06:002010-12-06T20:15:46.873-06:00Not to diminish or in any way negate your love, pa...Not to diminish or in any way negate your love, parenting, missing, etc. of Cora, I just wanted to say that I often feel like a new mom with my kids when new situations arise. I frequently have to go to God for help on what to do. Both kids are very different, and they sure don't come with manuals, as you know.<br /><br />Anywho... I'm praying for you, for your parenting of Levi, and for your hearts missing Cora.<br /><br />Hugs in Christ,Krystalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06271566505689962441noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-37496503369977532402010-12-06T19:33:36.454-06:002010-12-06T19:33:36.454-06:00(((hugs))) to you Jess and to Joel and Levi too.(((hugs))) to you Jess and to Joel and Levi too.Bambihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03628390564345678170noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-45340958115574383262010-12-06T19:06:07.552-06:002010-12-06T19:06:07.552-06:00Jess,
I love you and I don't even know you! ...Jess,<br /> I love you and I don't even know you! You continue to be a blessing to me through your story and are constantly challenging me to deepen my walk with God. I am praying for you as you begin another chapter of losing your baby girl and being an amazing mommy to Levi. <br />EmilyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-68988236025014105902010-12-06T17:39:03.754-06:002010-12-06T17:39:03.754-06:00That is a day I'll never forget. I remember t...That is a day I'll never forget. I remember the text that came in on my husband's phone and then bawling for hours and hours. <br /><br />You are so very loved, by people you know, people you don't, and most importantly by God.Beki - TheRustedChainhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15963688700633522730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-91664948716137648082010-12-06T17:27:19.794-06:002010-12-06T17:27:19.794-06:00you simply amaze me.
Prayers, prayers, prayers.you simply amaze me.<br /><br />Prayers, prayers, prayers.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-35765248487939532552010-12-06T15:42:16.564-06:002010-12-06T15:42:16.564-06:00Crying with you, for you. And praying for you toda...Crying with you, for you. And praying for you today too as you miss your beautiful little girl and ease into a new place. Love and hugs!!Marla Tavianohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14485117754789717519noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-58316151932503322892010-12-06T15:25:54.196-06:002010-12-06T15:25:54.196-06:00I wondered when this day was. I can imagine how e...I wondered when this day was. I can imagine how every milestone will be bittersweet and pray that God's grace sustains you. The faith He has given you is such a gift.katherinenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-74469704464446797362010-12-06T15:01:11.182-06:002010-12-06T15:01:11.182-06:00{{{hugs}}} That was beautifully written - you rem...{{{hugs}}} That was beautifully written - you remind me everyday of how to walk in faith and trust in that sufficient grace of His - thank you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com