tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7325358432400817136.post4732952229127595380..comments2023-05-22T06:51:10.122-04:00Comments on Starting Small: Onion rings & NeurologistsSweet Emhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06636443574868229467noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7325358432400817136.post-29552551591183457792007-09-18T20:20:00.000-04:002007-09-18T20:20:00.000-04:00The bittersweet thing about miracles is that by de...The bittersweet thing about miracles is that by definition they are rare, or at least uncommon; things that don't always happen to everyone, no matter how deserving. <BR/><BR/>I've heard that as an oldest child it is in my nature to always want everything to be fair. But in the matter of miracles it very often isn't. And not unfair in "she got a bigger peice of cake than me" but unfair in a "that person's life will never be the same" sort of way.<BR/><BR/>Within a few days of when I posted this a friend of mine experienced a heartbreaking end to her pregnancy. Many people were praying for her but she didn't get a miracle. Yes, I did/do feel guilty. And no, I don't have an answer...well actually I do. Unfortunately saying "God has a plan for each of us," as much as it may be true, really offers no comfort to a person suffering. In fact, it is painful to thing that God wants such things for people. So I cling to my idea that God does not want "bad things" to happen to people, nor does he make them happen. Rather he lets them happen for a reason that he only knows, that will ultimately be for our good. Then he cries with us and offers us the comfort, weak as it is, of friends who care.<BR/><BR/>In my guilt I don't deny my gratitude for Tessa's miracle, but I also ache for the unfairness of life, and knowing that our concern and empathy for others is what makes us brothers and sisters I will continue to pray for those I care about.Sweet Emhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06636443574868229467noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7325358432400817136.post-3754328802494332042007-09-11T23:52:00.000-04:002007-09-11T23:52:00.000-04:00It's time for another post...it's almost been a mo...It's time for another post...it's almost been a month!!<BR/><BR/>And PS, kudos to LIZ for the rockin picture of herself...she reminds me of someone--like I ought to know her from somewhere...Mariahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16437502200326813598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7325358432400817136.post-1040441386805849682007-08-31T10:46:00.000-04:002007-08-31T10:46:00.000-04:00Wow. You are incredible. I can't believe how ama...Wow. You are incredible. I can't believe how amazingly patient and...and...and...I don't even know how to describe it. You and Aaron are a couple of rocks in the stormy seas of life. And after all you had to go through to get Tessa here... I'm sorry that I burdened you with any of my craziness during that time. I think you're amazing and wonderful. AND, THANK HEAVEN. No other way to say it. She is absolutely beautiful! I love you guys!<BR/>Love, Your Tear-Streaked Friend.Mariahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16437502200326813598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7325358432400817136.post-13600333227236515452007-08-29T12:56:00.000-04:002007-08-29T12:56:00.000-04:00Em -I have one thing to say...architect or writer....Em -<BR/>I have one thing to say...architect or writer...hmmm could go either way..<BR/><BR/>submit it to parenting or something - Tessa is amazing...as is her parents<BR/><BR/>Love TrciLouise Dawnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10792851578574172406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7325358432400817136.post-38663977452886965332007-08-22T16:03:00.000-04:002007-08-22T16:03:00.000-04:00I just want to say thanks for a dose of perspectiv...I just want to say thanks for a dose of perspective. I am one of those moms from the opposite side of the fertility-challenged group - I can't stop having kids long enough to finish my degree. (My kids are two, 10 months, and a twin @ 10 months.) I maintain that having kids faster than you can provide for them IS a challenge. But I consider myself SO BLESSED that everyone is healthy. Especially since all went well with the birth of the twins. Thanks for reminding me to be grateful, and I hope the miracles continue for your little family.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7325358432400817136.post-16327449114684622012007-08-19T11:45:00.000-04:002007-08-19T11:45:00.000-04:00thanks for sharing your story. It truly is amazing...thanks for sharing your story. It truly is amazing. I hope you have the complete story written down sonewhere-for it is a miracle. We pray for the best for you all. the Fehrenbacker'sMelissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11084576719834090832noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7325358432400817136.post-47197139149231161842007-08-17T09:41:00.000-04:002007-08-17T09:41:00.000-04:00Thanks for sharing! MIRACLES HAPPEN!!! ...and I'm ...Thanks for sharing! MIRACLES HAPPEN!!! ...and I'm so glad you guys got one!Queen Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06938493057572478797noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7325358432400817136.post-32094569498416561982007-08-15T20:42:00.000-04:002007-08-15T20:42:00.000-04:00Em...that brought tears to my eyes. I'm so sorry ...Em...that brought tears to my eyes. I'm so sorry you had to endure such pain, no one should ever have to know fear like that. I'm so thrilled that Tessa made such a miraculous recovery. She most certainly had BOATLOADS of prayers. Your sweet baby girl is absolute perfection...nothing less. Many hugs to your wonderful family!<BR/><BR/>-Brea (bopsvw)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com