tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7295309110117449262.post6632875509605167438..comments2024-01-31T13:00:52.251-06:00Comments on Jacob and Carrie :: NowHere: I'm Still HereCarriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04034200516625588607noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7295309110117449262.post-57823960426248708522022-08-07T05:03:20.512-05:002022-08-07T05:03:20.512-05:00Great sharreGreat sharreLaguna Washing Machine Repairhttps://www.washer-dryer-repairs.com/us/california-dryer-repair/laguna-washing-machine-repair.shtmlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7295309110117449262.post-4057479305949000902010-10-24T19:40:59.936-05:002010-10-24T19:40:59.936-05:00P.S.>>> You are postively ADORABLE!!! Se...P.S.>>> You are postively ADORABLE!!! Seriously, you are so cute with your baby belly...love it! :)<br /><br />((hugs))TanyaLeahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06273839306382041488noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7295309110117449262.post-87756169468513384692010-10-24T19:39:01.167-05:002010-10-24T19:39:01.167-05:00Oh Carrie ~
I know your struggle. I'm not p...Oh Carrie ~ <br /><br />I know your struggle. I'm not pregnat with a little one growing inside me... but I still have a new little one growing up along side of me and taking much of my time and energy. I'm so NOT complaining, but she certainly takes much of my energy and free time to clearly write out my thougths and blog. <br /><br />I always appreciate the things you write when you do have the time and energy to do so, though. Your words inspire, challenge and bless me in more ways than you know. <br /><br />The 'whys' in life are hard, and like you, and try not to often go there. When I think of all that Khloe and so many other orphans have gone through, it's hard not to ask that question. But being a part of their story does help to bridge that gap and keep our eyes focused on the Father. I know I will never fully understand, and certainly do not have the answers... but I hope I always keep my eyes and heart focused on Him and allow my heart to be burdoned with the things that burdon His heart. Let us not grow weary! <br /><br />Praying for both 'C' and 'Baby N' ...it's hard to see such suffering, but praying God will be glorified amidst the storm.<br /><br />love you,<br />~TanyaTanyaLeahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06273839306382041488noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7295309110117449262.post-3156865102503859332010-10-19T12:37:09.853-05:002010-10-19T12:37:09.853-05:00Your blog has been so inspirational for me.
Tha...Your blog has been so inspirational for me. <br /><br />Thank you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7295309110117449262.post-60508210354815627902010-10-17T16:00:48.595-05:002010-10-17T16:00:48.595-05:00You look absolutely stunning!!!! Congratulations ...You look absolutely stunning!!!! Congratulations on an uneventful and healthy pregnancy. <br /><br />I couldn't help but think of my husband..or rather 'husbands' when reading your post. It's not fair that I've had one "Prince Charming," buried him, and God graciously gave me another "Prince Charming." I certainly don't deserve either. <br /><br />All I can think is that God chose me for the trial of being a young widow. A trial I did not want, and one I am forever grateful for. Perhaps these children...prayerfully, ALL of them...will be introduced to the Lord and use their life to love and comfort others. Maybe that little one in you...or that little one in the formula project will be the next George Mueller? <br /><br />Like Tara said, Psalm 139 si really something to cherish...especially when there is a child with some needs that it also describes. I see how the Lord knit Evan together, and yes, he has deficits by the way of strength and speech, but HOLY COW this kid has certainly been knit together for God's glory.... The beginning of his life has not been fair. :0( I am so sad for him when I think of it...however I know God has a plan for him, and Evan will be used for his glory. I'm SO excited about that! (I just hope I don't screw it up in the mean time!!)MJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17499735966959925411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7295309110117449262.post-23641559331318374132010-10-17T11:34:25.232-05:002010-10-17T11:34:25.232-05:00You're right...it's not fair AT ALL. Even ...You're right...it's not fair AT ALL. Even in the U.S., there are such different qualities of life to say the least, and people choose to demonize poor people as "welfare queens" or so forth rather than actually Helping a fellow human...but I digress...<br /><br />One the few things that has helped me is the (gasp!!!) Buddhist notion that suffering is caused from the disconnect between what you want (everyone to have proper nutrition), and what the world IS (not every1 has that). You can "accept" that 'this is how it is" without "endorsing" it. Oddly, when you're more calm about that fact, you're in a better state of mind to HELP others bc you're not As "wrapped up" in anger and frustration, of which doesn't help the situation. <br /><br />When you asked "where," you were essentially doing that -accepting the (horrible) situation,and then seeing where you could help. <br /><br />P.S. I'm Christian not Buddhist btw so it's possible I mischaracterized something, but that's my understanding. U know we're "allowed" to learn things not just at our one little church....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7295309110117449262.post-57394484386059645022010-10-16T21:57:07.166-05:002010-10-16T21:57:07.166-05:00Oh I like that...asking "where" instead ...Oh I like that...asking "where" instead of "why". That's good; I hope I remember that. I'm so glad you share your heart....it encourages me! <br />We've been praying and will continue to pray for sweet C. and her recovery. I'm glad yall got to have some sunshine and giggles outside; I know it did your hearts a bunch of good!The Ferrill'shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06091232102936751058noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7295309110117449262.post-46698981618877478382010-10-16T11:07:15.272-05:002010-10-16T11:07:15.272-05:00First of all ... let me say you are GLOWING!
I am ...First of all ... let me say you are GLOWING!<br />I am so excited for you and at the same time, oh how I hear your heart. And I am grateful for all the times I have asked those same questions and pondered the 'unfairs' ... cause that is when God shows up. He reveals Himself in and thru the suffering when we are willing to enter into the story!<br />Thank you for blogging and for your rich sharing.<br />Love & Blessings from Hong Kong,<br />KimKimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01158109379150463976noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7295309110117449262.post-85502651956396348922010-10-16T09:44:47.474-05:002010-10-16T09:44:47.474-05:00Pregnancy is a miracle in so many ways ... and it ...Pregnancy is a miracle in so many ways ... and it has a way of taking over all of your mind ... just as it should. It is incredible to think what God is knitting together within YOU!!! Amazing.<br />Enjoy this time--even in its overwhelmingness.<br />And the distinct inequality between those tiny babies that you mentioned ... only God can wrap himself around that. Yes, the brokenness of this world is so unfair. I think that there is a characteristic of God that is found in women (especially) to see beyond the facts of "unfairness" and want to nurture and love children beyond their "own"--to not settle for "it's just unfair." I'm not sure that all women have this ... and men tend to see the black/white facts of "it's an unfair and cruel world" and leave it at that. I think there is something key in feeling like something CAN be done and "not being polluted by the world" --because the world would say, "Your can't--it's too big."--but through God ... all things are possible.Valerie and Jeffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12262396189658326210noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7295309110117449262.post-48481991907197813302010-10-16T09:38:03.015-05:002010-10-16T09:38:03.015-05:00I'm so thankful that even when life isn't ...I'm so thankful that even when life isn't fair...and that's certainly plenty...we can rest assured knowing that God is good! I try not to venture into the "why" questions too much either, and instead just trust in God's sovereignty, but through the Bible study I'm doing right now God has had me meditating over Psalm 139. I cherished this Psalm when my babies were growing in my womb, but now that we're only a couple of months away (or less!) from bringing home a child that was born with three mid-line birth defects I am learning to cherish the words "you knit me together" in a whole new way. You see, God has taught me that even though something may not look "perfect" or seem fair, it's not necessarily a disappointment. Now I've started up with a whole new batch of questions, and I'm anxiously seeking out God's answers in Scripture!<br /><br />I'm praying for you my sweet friend, and hoping that our paths will be crossing again soon. My "due" date is guesstimated to be a few weeks before yours, so we'll see how it all unfolds!Tara Andersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12650391210454775068noreply@blogger.com