tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post6301589429732469627..comments2024-03-26T05:19:55.119-04:00Comments on inspire co.: breakdownamyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01303734061612087570noreply@blogger.comBlogger79125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-7901511382130370762008-12-15T21:56:00.000-05:002008-12-15T21:56:00.000-05:00Amy,Thank you so much for writing so eloquently ab...Amy,<BR/>Thank you so much for writing so eloquently about your grief. I had just finished talking to my sister when I happened upon your post. My sister lost her husband a little over a year ago, and is having a very difficult time in general, but especially dealing with the holidays. I sent her your link, and I know that it will help her a lot...as well as the thoughtful comments that your readers have left. I will keep you and your husband in my prayers.Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06641180467901045761noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-23902543222695040022008-12-12T17:09:00.000-05:002008-12-12T17:09:00.000-05:00I just found your blog rather randomly and I just ...I just found your blog rather randomly and I just wanted to say that I had never thought about how emotionally challenging it must be to give back a child you have been fostering. It is a wonderful thing you have done. God bless you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-82800276642026971332008-12-03T07:59:00.000-05:002008-12-03T07:59:00.000-05:00I tried but need to learn how to size the pic. Th...I tried but need to learn how to size the pic. Thanks, GayleAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-29567631925274069782008-12-03T00:56:00.000-05:002008-12-03T00:56:00.000-05:00Hi dear girl.You don't know me....but I just wante...Hi dear girl.<BR/>You don't know me....but I just wanted to send a gentle squeeze your way as your sweet and heartfelt story has touched me. I am so sorry for what you are going through....you are loved and so is your little one :)<BR/>MelissaMelissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10064303927817892098noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-2852594837710176802008-12-01T11:45:00.000-05:002008-12-01T11:45:00.000-05:00{{{HUGS}}}{{{HUGS}}}Supercool Hotmamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08966917467815917909noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-19880522041712080952008-11-30T07:37:00.000-05:002008-11-30T07:37:00.000-05:00Amy & Rich,We've never met. I thank you f...Amy & Rich,<BR/><BR/>We've never met. I thank you for sharing your beautiful story. The best thing I can wish for you both is PEACE.<BR/><BR/>You can't go around grief, you have to go through it.<BR/><BR/>JillJillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11849791052255234265noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-18039745676573958922008-11-27T21:31:00.000-05:002008-11-27T21:31:00.000-05:00i heard someone the other day say, "i asked God to...i heard someone the other day say, "i asked God to meet me right where i was and He did just that"...and it really affected me, thinking, "God CAN meet me where i am, broken and saddened and afraid and full of fear" because THAT'S WHAT GOD DOES...it was like a lightbulb came on...i don't HAVE to have it together and God WILL MEET ME! wow. what a concept. even now it's still a hard concept for me to grasp... i know i don't know you at all, but i've been reading your blog for years and my heart feels for your longing and sadness. i seem to love the person you are because there's so much of you that i'd love to be more like... and, i have to say, my first thought of ANYONE standing behind you in line with any kind of negative emotion is beyond comprehension...why, you girl, are just a little like ms. mary yourself in the world of blogging...i would imagine if there had been a "sign my blog and meet me" table with you sitting behind it, there'd be a long line of admireres waiting to meet miss amy...don't you agree? much love and many blessings. praying for God (THE KING!!!) to meet you where you are.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-11612790489565416432008-11-27T21:28:00.000-05:002008-11-27T21:28:00.000-05:00Sweet Amy,A million hugs and prayers to you and R...Sweet Amy,<BR/>A million hugs and prayers to you and Rich! And, do your breaking down any time you wish! It's all so understandable.<BR/>Love,<BR/>BariAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-57952132514082285492008-11-27T15:50:00.000-05:002008-11-27T15:50:00.000-05:00sweet amyyou did make an impact on someone's l...sweet amy<BR/>you did make an impact on someone's life...baby's life. i'm sure the love you poured into him gave him such a sense of security--the gift that all babies need.<BR/><BR/>thank you for sharing your soul & god bless you & rich<BR/>you are in my thoughts tonight.<BR/><BR/>ps--i am not a weirdo checking emails on thanksgiving night. i am actually at work. i work for a children's hospital in atlanta, we do telephone triage. we are sortof slow for the moment so i wanted to drop by a few blogs. <BR/>glad i visited you, you will be in my thoughts.<BR/>xopaigehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12470201808290045840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-65983514507412444262008-11-26T17:01:00.000-05:002008-11-26T17:01:00.000-05:00Amy I happened to be in the business centre when y...Amy I happened to be in the business centre when you tucked in. I debated about offering any help but you were gone before I could speak. I had no idea why you were upset and you are strong to share that here. <BR/>I just wanted to say, I am sorry. God is indeed with you, your husband and Baby.<BR/><BR/>ReneeCloset Artisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03658537317641791031noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-88245239592716623362008-11-25T17:22:00.000-05:002008-11-25T17:22:00.000-05:00"The Lord also will be a refuge for the oppressed,..."The Lord also will be a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. And those who know Your name will put their trust in You; for You, Lord, have not forsaken those who seek You."<BR/><BR/>Psalm 9:9,10<BR/><BR/>Rest in His tender care and loving arms. He will heal your heart.<BR/><BR/>Love,<BR/>LauraAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-77957194995247544182008-11-24T12:01:00.000-05:002008-11-24T12:01:00.000-05:00Sweet Amy... my prayers are with you, my dear. I ...Sweet Amy... my prayers are with you, my dear. I can't imagine the sadness in your heart, but I know of loss, and it is painfully sad. Tomorrow is yet another day, full of new hopes, new dreams, and new opportunities... Something will come your way that will make all this seem like a small stepping stone toward a bigger and happy ending- or beginning! Happy Thanks-giving, my dear. Take care,<BR/>Hugs and more hugs,<BR/>ShannonShannon (Faith and Chocolate)https://www.blogger.com/profile/00335623086773280408noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-67539216642127436632008-11-23T18:20:00.000-05:002008-11-23T18:20:00.000-05:00Dear Friend,I'm SO sorry.love,ConstanceDear Friend,<BR/>I'm SO sorry.<BR/>love,<BR/>Constancerochambeauhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02142325813293645555noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-81741289234730731042008-11-23T13:45:00.000-05:002008-11-23T13:45:00.000-05:00Sweet Amy,I too was in that Mary Engelbreit line h...Sweet Amy,<BR/><BR/>I too was in that Mary Engelbreit line holding back tears related to my own Mom's passing 2 months ago. I was remembering a book that I had Mary sign a few years ago that she had written on Motherhood. I wish I could give the ache in your heart a gentle hug to let you know that yes it will be better.<BR/><BR/>Blessings,<BR/>CarolAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-39829676722224904662008-11-23T12:19:00.000-05:002008-11-23T12:19:00.000-05:00i'm so sorry amy that you have to feel this pa...i'm so sorry amy that you have to feel this pain. it shows the tremendous love and care you sent out to the world by taking care of baby. by opening up your heart. by being compassionate and open, by being a safe place and creating a loving home.<BR/><BR/>but most important please do not be embarrased. <BR/><BR/>you are grieving and your emotions are raw. it is ok. and you need to get it out because you have a true heart.<BR/><BR/>sending love & hugs.<BR/>xoAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-77838204948755290662008-11-22T19:28:00.000-05:002008-11-22T19:28:00.000-05:00Amy I can not say I even begin to understand what ...Amy I can not say I even begin to understand what you are going through, but I do know that your emotions are an attest to your deep love and dedication to Baby. Don't be embarrassed over what happened (and wouldn't you know, it had to happen at the worst possible time - in public - surrounded by people who have NO clue what was happening!!) you can't control it. This is going to be a long and difficult healing processes, please know we are all along for this journey too, every step of the way. You are NOT alone. You and Rich take good care of each other, ok?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-17818855440320209822008-11-22T13:21:00.000-05:002008-11-22T13:21:00.000-05:00Dear Amy,Your generous heart has inspired so many ...Dear Amy,<BR/>Your generous heart has inspired so many of us to try and be better people. Look at how many you have touched! I am so glad to have met you (finally!) and see your kindness first hand. Please don't be embarrassed for your emotions. Sometimes they have a way of sneaking up on us when we are just not expecting it. Love is such a powerful bond, and Baby will always carry that in his heart, whether or not he remembers every detail. You and Rich are angels to him.<BR/>Hugs, my sweet friend,<BR/>AndreaAndrea Singarellahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04890425505415119683noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-90628550207957601832008-11-22T00:36:00.000-05:002008-11-22T00:36:00.000-05:00i am so sorry for your heartache...i am so sorry for your heartache...Lorainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13103601284786123053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-84157162700955365622008-11-21T21:29:00.000-05:002008-11-21T21:29:00.000-05:00Sweet, Sweet Amy. I had no idea you were suffering...Sweet, Sweet Amy. I had no idea you were suffering and only saw your fabulous smile and kind heart on display. Please don't worry about others - we all love you and are there for you through this tuff time. Slowly your heart will mend and make room for the next step in your journey of motherhood. This painful ending brings with it a new joyous beginning that is right around the corner when you are ready. . .<BR/><BR/>Hugs, KimKim Caldwellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14312138773766193529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-55641252104014582862008-11-21T19:59:00.000-05:002008-11-21T19:59:00.000-05:00oh Amy... I am so sorry that you are having to go ...oh Amy... I am so sorry that you are having to go through this grief. Just remember if you don't think you can make it through one day, then think you can make it through one hour, one second. You are an inspiration and my heart and prayers go out to you. Thank you for sharing with us and even though we can't stand next to you in person, we are there in spirit.Sharolyn Perryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02240684739133124993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-52801460719327647592008-11-21T18:18:00.000-05:002008-11-21T18:18:00.000-05:00hi there, this is my first time reading your blog ...hi there, this is my first time reading your blog , I send you good wishes for full recovery. I myself have had a huge breakdown 8 years ago and a couple of smaller ones since. I have bipolar and The Lord has strengthened me every day of my life, take care :)Marlou McAleeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10279987551556164319noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-4671183510246787892008-11-21T17:38:00.000-05:002008-11-21T17:38:00.000-05:00This is so human, and so natural, so it's not surp...This is so human, and so natural, so it's not surprising. I wish I could give you a big warm squishy hug. XOXOA bird in the handhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04722441286099105034noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-53676772567951246122008-11-21T11:04:00.000-05:002008-11-21T11:04:00.000-05:00I want you to know that I am praying with you and ...I want you to know that I am praying with you and have my husband praying as well. I was at the Embassy Suites on Friday - only able to do the Vendor Faire - my children were enchanted with your prom attire when we saw you come through the evening reception area. I have been showing them blog photos and they can't get enough of your pix! All to say, everyone's story is different but our family had a loss of a beautiful boy almost 8 years ago. The journey is long and painful, taking me to places I have never known. I completely understand your reaction to the book memories. I pray for your family's healing and peace. KrisAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-194457273406980162008-11-21T10:56:00.000-05:002008-11-21T10:56:00.000-05:00Dear Amy,I'm so sorry you are hurting so much, but...Dear Amy,<BR/><BR/>I'm so sorry you are hurting so much, but it a reflection on how deeply you love. I think things hit sometimes when finally are alone. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Rich.<BR/><BR/>DianeDianehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04102690764348566286noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-70915011736030628892008-11-21T10:54:00.000-05:002008-11-21T10:54:00.000-05:00Amy, thanks for sharing yourself with us. I said ...Amy, thanks for sharing yourself with us. I said a prayer for you and Baby too. Remember: Psalm 94: v18 When I thought that my feet were nearly falling,your kind love, LORD, kept me safe. v19 When I was not happy in my mind,you made me strong and happy again!Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com