tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post8680480739981233730..comments2024-01-14T05:25:06.236-06:00Comments on The Macs: getting readythe mcclenahanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03669168107355178867noreply@blogger.comBlogger102125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-84639519382686518592009-12-21T18:24:35.336-06:002009-12-21T18:24:35.336-06:00Dear Jess,
I have never commented before, but I ...Dear Jess, <br /><br />I have never commented before, but I have followed your blog ever since Cora went into the hospital. I have ached along with you. My sister, Nicol, and brother-in-law, Greg, were at the grieving retreat that you and your husband attended. I do not know what it is like to lose a baby. I have stood there helpless as I have watched my sister grieve. <br /><br />I want you to know that you are suffering well. You are bringing such honor and glory to Jesus. Nicol often says that she didn't want this kind of ministry, but we can see Jesus in you. You exude His hope even in the midst of your aching heart. <br /><br />I am so thankful that you will soon be joined by a sweet baby. The room is beautiful. That baby will be so blessed to have you and Joel as parents. <br /><br />Thank you for light of Jesus that shines so clearly each time you share your beautiful, broken heart with all of us. <br /><br />ShawnShawnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10654957203807684519noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-64037677697362210852009-12-15T08:06:10.580-06:002009-12-15T08:06:10.580-06:00I can't imagine how hard that must have been f...I can't imagine how hard that must have been for you to go through Cora's room! I am praying for you guys and little baby mac!Kristin Stegenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07892435958344165293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-9798721986717954702009-12-14T16:16:04.108-06:002009-12-14T16:16:04.108-06:00I have followed your blog for quite some time now,...I have followed your blog for quite some time now, and have been so heartbroken over the loss of sweet Cora. The Lord brings you to mind so many times. I am praying for you, and your family all the time. I am so excited for your arms to be filled again with a sweet baby to love. You are a wonderful Mother,and such a Godly example.I will be praying for Baby Macs' safe arrival! God bless your sweet family:)Kristinnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-23402184148868318372009-12-14T15:39:55.577-06:002009-12-14T15:39:55.577-06:00I can't believe it is already time to meet lit...I can't believe it is already time to meet little Mac.....<br />We have missed seeing you and hugging you soooo much! you are absolutely beautiful! wish I was there to rub your little belly! <br />We pray for peace and comfort everyday for you! We know God will bless you with a precious healthy baby! I hope this one has chunky cheeks just like Cora did!<br />I am late on getting out the holiday cards of course, but will of course send you one soon!<br />Love to you all! and take care and RELAX these last few weeks! :)The Schilling's from Cimarronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14418039112942621156noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-80231207590687244492009-12-14T11:51:21.917-06:002009-12-14T11:51:21.917-06:00I was literally holding my breath as I read this p...I was literally holding my breath as I read this post and looked at the pictures of Cora's room. For some reason your story has affected more than any I've read and I can't explain why. I hurt for you, I rejoice for you, I pray for you. I hope that everything continues to go smoothly as far as your emotions with the situation. Joel has been an amazing source of strength to you and it's encouraging to see. I finally let my breath out when I saw the pictures of her pacifier, blanket and dog book only because that's when the tears actually started. Bless you Jess, and everyone involved.Triple J's Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18231995018203842749noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-68944208921623584712009-12-14T10:30:37.257-06:002009-12-14T10:30:37.257-06:00I think of you often and pray for you almost night...I think of you often and pray for you almost nightly. I hope that you can enjoy every minute with your new baby and hold no fears for your future. We will be going through Kansas over Christmas and I always think of you when we drive through. Good luck with everything!Kaitlynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09529040026864551032noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-80178833400312742962009-12-14T10:24:57.956-06:002009-12-14T10:24:57.956-06:00I've read this post over and over this weekend...I've read this post over and over this weekend and just couldn't comment. I cried each time. <br /><br />My heart is still crushed for you Jess. I hope you know how loved you are, by soooooo very many people. <br /><br />The room is precious. I can't wait to see baby Mac!! You're probably due for some new jewelry, right? Haha!Beki - TheRustedChainhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15963688700633522730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-27913636816869980922009-12-14T09:58:18.248-06:002009-12-14T09:58:18.248-06:00Wow, only three more weeks! You look amazing, and ...Wow, only three more weeks! You look amazing, and so does the baby's room. Keep strong, mama!Karinanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-27169043888737241182009-12-14T02:22:23.180-06:002009-12-14T02:22:23.180-06:00As I've said many times, you are so brave. Th...As I've said many times, you are so brave. Thinking of you all the time through this emotional time. I cannot imagine having to go through what you are having to face on a daily basis and cleaning out Cora's room must've been so difficult. I feel so strongly that your new baby is going to be such a wonderful blessing and while he/she can't replace what you've lost in Cora, he/she will definitely help fill part of the hole that's been left in your lives. I am so excited for you, just try to keep focusing on all the good things around you.<br /><br />Take care of yourselves over the festive season, I'm glad to see you setting new traditions, the old ones must just so hard to face again this year.<br /><br />Sending you both the hugest hugs and lots of thoughts and prayers as you travel this road. Can't wait to meet the bump (you are still looking fantastic!!)<br /><br />Sue xSuehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17457645322337576877noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-34841152485814556972009-12-14T01:40:09.330-06:002009-12-14T01:40:09.330-06:00Yeah, what everyone has already said... and then s...Yeah, what everyone has already said... and then some! Keeping you, and Joel, and Baby Mac covered in prayers! {{hugz}}Dianahttp://heartofknzus.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-37288782459337499842009-12-13T22:38:55.975-06:002009-12-13T22:38:55.975-06:00her room is so beautiful. i saw it once and remem...her room is so beautiful. i saw it once and remember thinking how i loved the color it was. :) funny to hear you wanted to change it. <br />it looks so cozy and welcoming for a sweet baby. <br />well i am sad i didn't get to help you deliver a baby this weekend...HA...but i cannot wait to hear the news of this new baby entering your life.meg duerksenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14086811740577311427noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-32765272985110110542009-12-13T22:38:20.276-06:002009-12-13T22:38:20.276-06:00Jess, I'm praying for you and Joel and your fa...Jess, I'm praying for you and Joel and your family. May God bless you all as you bring home your new little one and start the 'busy'ness of tending a newborn again. Hope you can find a minute to drop in a see us at TDG!Ronda B.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-548585551830388832009-12-13T18:18:57.270-06:002009-12-13T18:18:57.270-06:00Jes, Cora's room is BEAUTIFUL! It is so exci...Jes, Cora's room is BEAUTIFUL! It is so exciting for me to know that y'all did not know if she would be a boy or a girl and you have that sweet adorable room. We do not know if our little one will be a boy or a girl either. <br /><br />You did good just "doing the next thing" as Elizabeth Elliot would say. <br /><br />Oh Jes, I pray that these next weeks will bring joy, peace and comfort in the midst of such emotional times. KellyMiss Ghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08219700435273352618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-61023104832505832972009-12-13T15:00:44.549-06:002009-12-13T15:00:44.549-06:00bless your heart, I know that going through her ro...bless your heart, I know that going through her room was the hardest thing to do, it brought tears to my eyes and memories of losing my little girl just came flooding back, I remember telling my mother that I couldn't go home and walk by her empty room and she told me to just shut the door until I was ready to go in there, I didn't look at that room until I found out that I was pregnant with a little boy and decided it was time to put away her things, and it was very heart wrenching to look at all of her things and just know that all the hopes and dreams we had for her were all not lost, but just put on hold, because I know without a shadow of a doubt that I will see her again and hold her in my arms. I hope that all goes well with your pregnancy (not too much longer!) and that you enjoy your new baby very soon!jennifer rogershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17591808423021676530noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-21705127799303506482009-12-13T14:38:31.309-06:002009-12-13T14:38:31.309-06:00You look absolutely beautiful! I can only imagine ...You look absolutely beautiful! I can only imagine how hard and bittersweet this is for you all. I am praying for you all. Cora's room is perfect. :)Kristihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13142694706893565452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-49560495065490756252009-12-13T00:43:16.484-06:002009-12-13T00:43:16.484-06:00Yes, that is such a beautiful photo, and you are s...Yes, that is such a beautiful photo, and you are such a beautiful lady. The room is absolutely wonderful, what a sweet, special place. <br />I praise the Lord for your strong support system, for your mom, for Joel, and for your own faithfulness. His faithfulness is the reason we are able to go on during any given time. Thank you for sharing your journey, Jess. I can't imagine how hard it is, but I pray that there is healing in it as well.Christinahttp://fivewalkers.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-4083462896139353512009-12-12T23:32:10.875-06:002009-12-12T23:32:10.875-06:00You look wonderful!
Every time I read your posts...You look wonderful! <br />Every time I read your posts, I end up in tears. You are in my thoughts and prayers. <br />I hope the next 3 weeks pass quickly for you!Lexie Loo, Lily, Liam & Dylan Toohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12236045431105674872noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-515092613359976112009-12-12T22:29:42.812-06:002009-12-12T22:29:42.812-06:00you are amazing...beautiful.....and so strong. I ...you are amazing...beautiful.....and so strong. I am so happy for your happiness.sassyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18086164978583892354noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-22262569477144761732009-12-12T16:17:24.927-06:002009-12-12T16:17:24.927-06:00Keeping your family in my prayers. Your strength ...Keeping your family in my prayers. Your strength is so inspirational. You are so beautiful inside and out and Baby Mac and Cora are so lucky to have you as their mommmy!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-72898725431056115192009-12-12T13:52:58.599-06:002009-12-12T13:52:58.599-06:00Many thoughts and prayers for you, Joel and baby M...Many thoughts and prayers for you, Joel and baby Mac.Noodleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17252458308533484856noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-84182707003101003302009-12-12T13:38:50.529-06:002009-12-12T13:38:50.529-06:00What a beautiful room. Thank you for inviting us ...What a beautiful room. Thank you for inviting us into your home and your lives. This was the first thing I saw this morning as I started my day, and just couldn't post earlier. The reality of this nursery, empty but soon to be filled, is something that just tugged at my heart so strongly today. I know this is a reality that you live with daily, though, and I'm praying for you. <br /><br />I can't wait to "meet" Baby Mac. May you feel the Lord's presence in an awesome and undeniable way as you prepare to bring this little one into your home and lives. God bless :)Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16795691201157024006noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-29932475851309518082009-12-12T12:06:48.696-06:002009-12-12T12:06:48.696-06:00Cora's room is adorable. i cannot even imagin...Cora's room is adorable. i cannot even imagine how hard going through her room & her things must have been. cora will always be a part of your family. i continue to pray for you, joel, & baby Mac.amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01705294098867089813noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-83470937401060289752009-12-12T11:59:56.742-06:002009-12-12T11:59:56.742-06:00Your reader"Trasi Bressler" wrote perfec...Your reader"Trasi Bressler" wrote perfectly how I feel...Still thinking ofand praying for you, Joel, Cora and Baby Mac EVERYDAY!<br /> <br />Thank you.<br /><br />KimAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-25774094903002287872009-12-12T11:16:05.068-06:002009-12-12T11:16:05.068-06:00I don't know that I have every shed so many te...I don't know that I have every shed so many tears asI have over this blog post. My heart aches for you, it smiles for you, it cries for you, it smiles for you some more because you are going to be holding a baby in your arms again and I as a person am so happy for you. The room is precious, Cora's things beautiful, and I cry some more. <br /><br />When Cora got sick I was holding my brand new baby in my arms (December 30th is when she was born) and I cried and held her a little tighter as I read your story. I cried when Cora went to Heaven, I cried when you had to celebrate her birthday without her, I cried when Easter came and every holiday that has passed because I can't imagine how hard it would be to face those days and yet your faith amazes me beyond words. I have cried when I see happy posts because you are smiling through your pain, I have cried......nearly every post.<br /><br />Thanks for being such an open book. You have no idea how much you have changed me as a Mom and the way that I look at my 3 gifts that I am so blessed with.<br /><br />May your CHRISTmas season be blessed, and May the next 3 weeks go flying by for you so that you can do again what you do best.<br /><br />Many Many BlessingsTrasie Bresslerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07288145780948549095noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7042178429812658517.post-64198920872986505962009-12-12T10:25:38.151-06:002009-12-12T10:25:38.151-06:00Praying for your delivery, for your strength, for ...Praying for your delivery, for your strength, for your memories to stay fresh & for your new little one!!Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15960359133558074343noreply@blogger.com