tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post2386335881962192089..comments2023-11-16T07:27:50.279-05:00Comments on Caring for Carleigh: 13 monthsHollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431384515813384025noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-41960807514810821292010-05-02T14:10:46.163-04:002010-05-02T14:10:46.163-04:00You are a beautiful Mother. ((HUGS))You are a beautiful Mother. ((HUGS))Debby@Just Breathehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11685398064340027809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-77086872916648419272010-04-30T23:38:16.367-04:002010-04-30T23:38:16.367-04:00I'm just so amazed at the grace you have shown...I'm just so amazed at the grace you have shown through your journey. Thank you for being such a strong example. And I completely understand your desire to be with your family. I feel that tug at me a lot too. We can't get these times back so enjoy them as much as you can.Christiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15120784823015584405noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-82694801974778153282010-04-30T20:05:41.200-04:002010-04-30T20:05:41.200-04:00Thank you for this post today! As I'm reading...Thank you for this post today! As I'm reading about your time after work I realized that we were listening to Klove at the same time because I remember hearing Love Never Fails and then a while later Amy Grant's new song. I'm glad you laid there and let the sun hit you on the freshly cut grass as you spent time with Carleigh!Karihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04501434850909597503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-2531404871232365542010-04-29T20:35:26.081-04:002010-04-29T20:35:26.081-04:00Sweet Holly, as you can see most of us have needed...Sweet Holly, as you can see most of us have needed breaks, so yes, please do whatever you need to do.<br />The radio always seems to play things when we need them huh!<br />Sending big hugs xxxNan & Mikehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04379229157112328310noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-65728388293349824982010-04-29T15:39:00.969-04:002010-04-29T15:39:00.969-04:00I too have had to take time and just step away. I...I too have had to take time and just step away. I use to blog everyday and now am lucky to do it a couple of times a week. You do what you need to do hon. We are all here for you and support you!!!<br /><br />*hugs*Courtneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11725206633751351133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-56571809106764659982010-04-29T15:22:34.587-04:002010-04-29T15:22:34.587-04:00I don't think there is anything wrong with ste...I don't think there is anything wrong with stepping away for a bit. I have always felt that Vayden's story is best meant for LUTO mom's the women who will sadly come after me, and will have a true real heartfelt story to read, something I didn't really get. The women that come across Carleigh's story when they are given such a fatal diagnosis will be able to do the same, see a true heartfelt heart warming story that will insipire them to carry to term and also do it proudly. You should be very proud, and if it's time to step away, you have nothing to be sorry about. You've done your great deedStephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01117774478751383770noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-46928200869370561392010-04-29T13:45:07.302-04:002010-04-29T13:45:07.302-04:00I am so glad that Kelly was able to help you. I sp...I am so glad that Kelly was able to help you. I spend allot of time each day reading the blogs of baby lost mothers and some days it is just too hard on me. I can't always comment but I do read. My heart gets very heavy and I find that some of my fears of losing loved ones gets excellerated in my mind. I think that taking a break and being with your family is an excellent idea. God Bless You.Debby@Just Breathehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11685398064340027809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-44198357068034900872010-04-29T13:25:06.187-04:002010-04-29T13:25:06.187-04:00My prayers are with you. Your story has touched my...My prayers are with you. Your story has touched my heart. God bless.<br /><br /> ~ Yaya<br /><a href="http://yayashome.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Yaya's Home</a>Yaya' s Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10766073744832801633noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-32719272335609458432010-04-29T12:31:19.897-04:002010-04-29T12:31:19.897-04:00You need to do what is best for you. *hugs*You need to do what is best for you. *hugs*Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-77329653907579424382010-04-29T11:05:28.992-04:002010-04-29T11:05:28.992-04:00Sweet Holly...there is a time for every purpose un...Sweet Holly...there is a time for every purpose under heaven. <br /><br />It's ok to step back for awhile, and to re-group.<br /><br />You have been through so much...and 13 months is a short time to have experienced so much.<br /><br />You worked so hard to help people who have had losses. Your heart reaches out to so many. <br /><br />You will never forget Carleigh or replace her...or move on without her. She will always be there in your heart and mind.<br /><br />Our grandchildren, (Samuel, Josiah, and Anna), are always with us in our hearts even though they are in heaven.<br /><br />You are precious to us...and to God.<br /><br />Love, Linda @ Truthful TidbitsLindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17751356958497450109noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-17305418338484965932010-04-29T01:11:37.403-04:002010-04-29T01:11:37.403-04:00I thought of Carleigh today so much. I think of he...I thought of Carleigh today so much. I think of her a lot and you and your family. You have touched my life in a great way and my children. We love you.<br />I can understand being away. I have lots going on all the time and here lately I feel behind. I do have 4 active kids but I also need time to. Will miss you but will always be glad to hear from you anytime.<br />Glad you were able to visit Carleigh today. Thanx for the heads up on the book. I want to get it but I cry over everything it seems.<br />{{HUGS}} and prayers always my friend<br />Love ya <br />CarolineCarolinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14698815527301107339noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-77669070478814693152010-04-29T00:48:20.103-04:002010-04-29T00:48:20.103-04:00Glad you got to spend some special time with Carle...Glad you got to spend some special time with Carleigh today, and that overall things are going so well. I really want to get Angie's book soon, I know it will be great! I have been really encouraged from the story of Lazarus this year too, so I'm anxious to read what she has to say!<br /><br />As far as stepping away a bit from blogging, I completely understand, and it's a great example that you're following the Lord's leading. I have felt all along that I wish I could blog/comment more, but because I have two boys and home school, I just have to find a way to balance all of it. However frequent or infrequent you are on, you are always an encouragement to so many, and God has already used you, Carleigh, and Jordan's stories so much and will continue to do so via the internet, as well as in your personal life!!<br />You're a great mommy to your little ones, and a great friend to many! Blessings!!!Jesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03320707743180915368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-11139065790266318112010-04-29T00:32:30.509-04:002010-04-29T00:32:30.509-04:00I love how songs come on the radio right when you ...I love how songs come on the radio right when you need them!! That happens to me a lot too. ~DebbieDebbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12448140232721222635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-39803062030404416452010-04-29T00:24:45.625-04:002010-04-29T00:24:45.625-04:00I think what you are doing is the right thing. You...I think what you are doing is the right thing. You are such an inspiration to me..... I hope I too can bee in your place one day. (((HUGS)))Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02466314202781292317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-64186160188882425972010-04-29T00:16:55.390-04:002010-04-29T00:16:55.390-04:00Holly, believe me when I say I completely understa...Holly, believe me when I say I completely understand. When we were moving, I had no internet for three days, and I really enjoyed it. I really liked being disconnected sometimes. It's okay to do what we are doing, reaching out, ministering to each other, but I have begun to realize that, the terrible truth is there will always be an endless flow of women coming into this community. And though we help a few, we could never help all. And I don't think God expects us to. I think God wants us to do the best we can with what He has given us, (even in time management) and family, and our relationship with Him are also a very high priority. <br /><br />I hate to say that there will always be more women who are forced into this group we're in, but there will only ever be one relationship with God for us, and only one family for us. So, you know, you have to listen to that still small whisper, do what's right according to how God is leading you, and come and go when you feel led too, not by obligation. That's no way to live, no way to be stuck.<br /><br />We are blessed when you are available, and we miss you when you need to go, but knowing you are doing what is right for your heart, your family, that's honorable too. Lovingly in Christ, KristieAnchored By Hopehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08581130772152330439noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-30303426474529335792010-04-28T23:36:11.393-04:002010-04-28T23:36:11.393-04:00I thought about Carleigh today, that she would hav...I thought about Carleigh today, that she would have been 13 months old. I can certainly understand you stepping away for your own sake. Just wanted to tell you how much Carleigh's story has meant to me and how it has helped me on my LONG grief journey.Glad you got to visit her today and spend some quiet time at the cemetery.Holly, you are an inspiration to me and I know to MANY others. God bless you.Sarita Boyettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05114918446765517683noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-74772392484644748482010-04-28T21:38:15.185-04:002010-04-28T21:38:15.185-04:00i think that 'nice' crying is cleansing, m...i think that 'nice' crying is cleansing, melancholic, healing, missing you tenderly tears. thats why it feels nice. xxx annedotalothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08732541656893319030noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-15990732342120582212010-04-28T21:22:40.284-04:002010-04-28T21:22:40.284-04:00I've also backed off a little. There was a tim...I've also backed off a little. There was a time when I needed to read blogs all the time, but Im past that now, and you are right, it does take time away from family and other things. You do what is best for you and your family.<br /><br />I'm glad you got to visit Carleigh today, and I hope you enjoy reading the rest of Angie's book. I haven't ordered it yet, but plan to do so!Heatherhttp://www.heathermohr.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-35675930391052575282010-04-28T20:29:36.746-04:002010-04-28T20:29:36.746-04:00I have the book, but I haven't started to read...I have the book, but I haven't started to read it yet. Thanks for the heads up that I will need tissues and not to read at work! :)Jillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15349971620040597427noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-88469405799171034442010-04-28T20:00:06.588-04:002010-04-28T20:00:06.588-04:00You take all of the time you need, whenever you ne...You take all of the time you need, whenever you need it. That's the great thing about other babyloss mamas - they understand that sometimes it's just too much.<br /><br />Hugs to you, Holly. I'm so glad you got to be with Carleigh today.Mother Knows Best Reviewshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07127811116486063201noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-39100566564327634822010-04-28T19:26:57.525-04:002010-04-28T19:26:57.525-04:00Love you...Love you...Kelly @ Sufficient Grace Ministrieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11182310611088290551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-53391184586403679562010-04-28T19:24:07.836-04:002010-04-28T19:24:07.836-04:00I have noot read the book but I think I am going t...I have noot read the book but I think I am going to buy it.<br />(((HUGS)))<br />I know somedays are easier then other's,then we get those days that we wish we stayed in bed.So sorrytrenniahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06208738689962789823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-48464392372373116352010-04-28T19:06:32.011-04:002010-04-28T19:06:32.011-04:00I've stepped away a bit, as well. But, it'...I've stepped away a bit, as well. But, it's good to hear from you. I'm glad you got to visit Carleigh today. xoBreehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03894396436704042272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-71191981731827693592010-04-28T18:59:14.999-04:002010-04-28T18:59:14.999-04:00I'm in the middle of angie's book too and ...I'm in the middle of angie's book too and have sobbed several times and it brought all the memories back. Take all the breaks you need. xoxoMonicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09791014849753457498noreply@blogger.com