tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post6559219005800485618..comments2024-03-26T05:19:55.119-04:00Comments on inspire co.: how I'm doing...amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01303734061612087570noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-33997723109955632972008-10-16T04:57:00.000-04:002008-10-16T04:57:00.000-04:00I'm sorry, I haven't read the whole story...I hope...I'm sorry, I haven't read the whole story...I hope my comment was appropriate. {{{more hugs}}}SuperCoolMomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08270805063761270314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-38989870893579281432008-10-16T04:52:00.000-04:002008-10-16T04:52:00.000-04:00I don't know if this will help or hurt, (probably ...I don't know if this will help or hurt, (probably a little of both)...My friend and her hubby have 3 boys from fost-adopt and got baby Jack-Jack at 4 weeks old. They had him for 6 months and the State, in their wisdom, gave him back to Dad. He was gone for 8 months, while Dad tried to get his act together. He failed, and now Jack-Jack is back! Forever!!! <BR/><BR/>Like I said, probably a little hurt, a little hope. Try, try again. {{{HUGS}}}SuperCoolMomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08270805063761270314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-66909543516119427542008-10-01T22:59:00.000-04:002008-10-01T22:59:00.000-04:00Long time reader and first time poster, here. My h...Long time reader and first time poster, here. My heart aches for you. My cheeks are wet for you! You have given Baby a very special gift (as has he to you). No,.I don't know how you do it... but you just DO, like many other things in life. Your strength inspires me.McKenna Gordonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12576680072687857399noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-79335274552322000652008-10-01T07:21:00.000-04:002008-10-01T07:21:00.000-04:00Hi Sweet Amy-I am feeling your heartache along wit...Hi Sweet Amy-<BR/>I am feeling your heartache along with you and our family is praying both for your family and baby's family. I had a similar yet different pain of my own over the past 2 years. My oldest son went to boarding school due to some trouble he got into. He was gone almost overnight. I felt as though someone had wrenched one of my limbs off and then said, "ok - now go do the same things you always do and live the same life." It's hard, but the pain will subside and find a small place in your heart to live and remember. Your love has forever changed baby's life. <BR/>xoxo<BR/>CristinaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-49099322027425074282008-09-28T15:01:00.000-04:002008-09-28T15:01:00.000-04:00Hi, I have just closed my front door as my little ...Hi, I have just closed my front door as my little 4 year old foster girl of 14 months left for a new home. My heart is breaking and the tears are falling falling falling. Your blog has given me a sense of peace and hope. Some of the comments have been wonderfully helpful which is just what I needed.<BR/><BR/>Little T was my second foster child. I don't agree it gets any easier - this time it feels far worse than the first time, but it is true that you get a different life back (i'm going to go for a run first thing tomorrow and on retreat for the whole day which is something I haven't done for over a year) <BR/><BR/>After a few weeks you will be yearning for the phone to ring with the chance for you to take delivery of your next little bundle. <BR/><BR/>You never forget but just like grief, time heals and there will always be a place in your heart for each child who walks with you for a while. <BR/><BR/>I have a great card someone gave me. It says, "Mothers hold their children's hands a while and their hearts forever". This is just as true for foster mums. God bless all of us who hold hands in this way.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-60665688258030297132008-09-27T22:36:00.000-04:002008-09-27T22:36:00.000-04:00Bless you Amy - the world needs many foster mummie...Bless you Amy - the world needs many foster mummies just like you to care for those little children. I am sure your love for him will stay with him forever.Leisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18166371356598878508noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-17106549274118487382008-09-27T22:06:00.000-04:002008-09-27T22:06:00.000-04:00I am thanking you for being a compassionate and em...I am thanking you for being a compassionate and embracing human being that,(despite the sadness of sending us on our way),give the gift of love and ensure babies transition and thrive in a loving family environment.<BR/>Back n '57,I lived with a Foster family the 1st 4 months of my life~and I have all the sweet notes my daily routine and the name they had for me! <BR/>I wanted to tell you that Baby will think of you and be thankful~even if he is too young to remember. You will always have a place in the heart of each baby.<BR/>You are an Angel.<BR/>hugsxx<BR/>TinaSweetinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01998505970046722363noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-7979490112650173132008-09-27T20:26:00.000-04:002008-09-27T20:26:00.000-04:00Oh you are so strong! I am so impressed with how y...Oh you are so strong! I am so impressed with how you have handled this whole thing. I am so sad for you, but so so happy for Baby. What a lucky little person to have you love him.Michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01222973139176415369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-49593557231121563922008-09-27T19:44:00.000-04:002008-09-27T19:44:00.000-04:00This is a tough, tough time for you Amy but your f...This is a tough, tough time for you Amy but your faith and love will see you through. You and Rich are truly amazing people. Just to know that you took this little one in to your lives and made such a difference in his life is amazing... hold that close to your heart and soon the good memories will be kind and gentle....xoxo Michelle blissfultimes.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-25418813564058218242008-09-27T19:28:00.000-04:002008-09-27T19:28:00.000-04:00awww (hugs) to you!!! we're so proud of you too......awww (hugs) to you!!! we're so proud of you too...you showed that baby boy so much love and he to you - precious memories for ever!!!Anastasiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12998009178493796361noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-29275714607748697792008-09-27T19:17:00.000-04:002008-09-27T19:17:00.000-04:00Was thinking of you this week, I am back home in M...Was thinking of you this week, I am back home in MI helping my Mom with my step-dad's death and wanted to let you know I am sending big hugs. I know you will be ok and your love will stay with him for a lifetime. Still it makes me a bit weepy though.<BR/>Even though we don't know each other I think the world of you and wanted to let you know.<BR/>((hugs))<BR/>LisaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-82415384820653899422008-09-27T17:26:00.000-04:002008-09-27T17:26:00.000-04:00I so admire you and your husband . . . what a wond...I so admire you and your husband . . . what a wonderful difference you have made in this big world -- and not a little difference, a HUGE difference in many lives. First, of course, for Baby and his family who now have the responsibility and joy of continuing what you have begun. And also you've made a big difference in my life and in all our lives -- those who have followed your journey. You are showing each of us how to be a better, more loving, and more selfless person.Katiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02657908448977063662noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-50476312751441553282008-09-27T17:15:00.000-04:002008-09-27T17:15:00.000-04:00My family had foster kids when I was growing up. I...My family had foster kids when I was growing up. It is an interesting path. One that's hard to understand unless you've been there. <BR/><BR/>I noticed something while reading your post; it describes how I feel about my soldier in Iraq. You might benefit from reading up on 'anticipatory grief.' Just a thought. Understanding the process of separation can be helpful.<BR/><BR/>I wish you strength, understanding and more wonderful children in your future.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-17393832028096172382008-09-27T16:24:00.000-04:002008-09-27T16:24:00.000-04:00And I am proud of you, my amazing friend! We're wi...And I am proud of you, my amazing friend! We're with you here. Sending more hugs today. xoCcharlottehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18319713534639193110noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-24986831992111650642008-09-27T15:32:00.000-04:002008-09-27T15:32:00.000-04:00My God provide the strength and comfort you need a...My God provide the strength and comfort you need as you bless others. You are in my prayers!Katie Rhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07792102237516981246noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-20222587133447905182008-09-27T14:41:00.000-04:002008-09-27T14:41:00.000-04:00You and your husband have such big hearts and my o...You and your husband have such big hearts and my own heart goes out to you during this hard transition period. I think what you both did for Baby is extraordinarily beautiful and loving.Junie Moonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08561131734782279400noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-21947482505295256102008-09-27T13:02:00.000-04:002008-09-27T13:02:00.000-04:00i wish that i could bring you a cupcake.you have m...i wish that i could bring you a cupcake.<BR/><BR/>you have made a difference.Lorainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13103601284786123053noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-79681024134348742582008-09-27T12:42:00.000-04:002008-09-27T12:42:00.000-04:00I see you and Rich as living angels that are given...I see you and Rich as living angels that are given to the sweet little ones who need one so much. I love how that sounds and the perspective it gives....just thinking about being hand picked from above to be an angel for a wee person in need. What an honor. How lucky you are to be picked as such! How lucky they are, too.<BR/><BR/>xoxo<BR/><BR/>Teresa McFaydenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-5973599104527373882008-09-27T10:12:00.000-04:002008-09-27T10:12:00.000-04:00A prayer for your strength and a happy life for al...A prayer for your strength and a happy life for all.Decor To Adorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04359245078617786198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-81452368867561645462008-09-27T08:40:00.000-04:002008-09-27T08:40:00.000-04:00my heart goes out to you, you are so strong! readi...my heart goes out to you, you are so strong! reading your posts on baby makes my heart so sad, but then i think of the joy that you have given this little one (and any foster child) and even if it's just for a little bit, i'm not as sad... you enrich lives and that is more than beautiful! take good good care and grieve your heart away! but don't forget the positive impact you had (have) on baby and that beautiful connection you now have for life.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-81193235354370523002008-09-27T01:08:00.000-04:002008-09-27T01:08:00.000-04:00Dear AmyBe proud of what you have done and who you...Dear Amy<BR/>Be proud of what you have done and who you are and take care of yourself. My heart goes out to you Please see that the sorrow has enriched your life as has the sweetness.karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16734616753802571500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-13362696028937595302008-09-26T23:21:00.000-04:002008-09-26T23:21:00.000-04:00You guys are amazing and wonderful and inspiration...You guys are amazing and wonderful and inspirational and every child who is lucky enough to come into your home will be blessed in someway. Baby will always hold a special place because he was first, and no matter what comes next, all of your hearts and worlds are expanded because of this wonderful experience.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08330901242810245004noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-50424519094240998352008-09-26T22:45:00.000-04:002008-09-26T22:45:00.000-04:00Ah, my heart goes out to you at this sad time. I a...Ah, my heart goes out to you at this sad time. I am amazed at what a generous and beautiful spirit you have and I bet that will stay with Baby for his lifetime. Best wishes!angelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12614443286068090501noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-65407400714990866272008-09-26T21:43:00.000-04:002008-09-26T21:43:00.000-04:00you have the heart of a lion. I love you, brave fr...you have the heart of a lion. I love you, brave friend.Loviehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13673849959677603154noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13359907.post-30638959264721913472008-09-26T21:37:00.000-04:002008-09-26T21:37:00.000-04:00You are a wonderful lady with so much love to give...You are a wonderful lady with so much love to give. Baby's world is so much brighter because you will always be in it whether near or far. Thanks for letting us in on your very very special journey~~~~XXOO, BethElizabeth Fedorkohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13573547994650935764noreply@blogger.com