tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3044663771988860506.post6853902638566031803..comments2023-04-12T04:39:35.576-07:00Comments on ************Rachel Amariah************: Rachel would be 18 months old today...Rachel Amariahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00155316809860119185noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3044663771988860506.post-49065915467416298512011-11-23T08:27:48.463-08:002011-11-23T08:27:48.463-08:00I remember when we lost our son, the grief counsel...I remember when we lost our son, the grief counselor "warned" us about putting his things away (the bassinet, his clothes, the car seat, those sorts of things), making it clear that it would be a significant, yet very difficult thing to do. She, too, said that there was no time line as to when to do it, but she stressed the importance of doing it for myself vs. having someone else clear these things away for me. I remember having feelings very similar to yours-gut wrenching pain and feeling very vulnerable and fragile (good choice of words). But, looking back, God certainly used the actions of putting things away as a means of closure and a way of healing. It took such strength to do that small task, but He gave me the comfort I needed in that moment, and it was a real step towards healing in my journey. I pray that you will look back on this day, recalling the things you were feeling as you went through this experience, and see God's hand upon your heart as well. I am so thankful that the God of this universe knows my heart (and your heart too!)individually. May He be praised, and may He continue to be very close and very real in your life, Kendra.Reneehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08321486519690965889noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3044663771988860506.post-60131072732191762472011-11-23T06:48:42.457-08:002011-11-23T06:48:42.457-08:00Not sure if anyone has recommended it to you, but ...Not sure if anyone has recommended it to you, but when you described the story at the end Heaven Is For Real by Todd Burpo reminded me so much about it. So comforting to know all the little ones are in Gods hands.Coralee Schindelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12899455146959175151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3044663771988860506.post-66515293922266212652011-11-22T19:46:22.653-08:002011-11-22T19:46:22.653-08:00I have to tell you that we have never met, but I h...I have to tell you that we have never met, but I have followed your blog from the start via Angela Heidelbergers blog. Kendra, your writing is amazing and God has blessed you with a beautiful talent. Your raw honesty, yet faithfulness to our Father is beyond words I can even type to you. My heart has ached for your family as I have read entries, but you continue in the midst of every ache and pain to find comfort in Jesus and praise and worship for His eternal love for us. You are beautiful, your family is beautiful and though we may never met on earth I am anxious to one day meet in Heaven. It is very clear God has a plan for you and your family. I appreciate your open heart to His directions, your humble spirit to listen and your determination to give Him glory and honor every step along the way. You have richly blessed me in so many ways. Your selflessness ways speak to me on days I think "I can't do this." No matter of any hurdle you are facing you always give God the glory keeping bitterness, anger and self pity out of your heart. I continue to keep you and your beautiful family in my prayers as we approach the holiday season. May you continue to have peace and comfort in the arms of our loving father. Thank you again for being a testament to His love and faithfulness. <br />Love in Christ,<br />PattyPatty Matteshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11913666981231971739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3044663771988860506.post-48113911609773771332011-11-21T18:56:21.642-08:002011-11-21T18:56:21.642-08:00Thinking and praying for you today on Rachel's...Thinking and praying for you today on Rachel's "18 month birthday". That picture of Abigail and Rachel is unbelievably beautiful.Carlananoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3044663771988860506.post-61872562436283809502011-11-21T15:04:44.693-08:002011-11-21T15:04:44.693-08:00I'm glad that God gave you strength. I can...I'm glad that God gave you strength. I can't imagine how hard it is to sell the stroller, to wash the blankets....oh my. Bev is right, give yourself time because grief has no timeline, but God holds you all the way.Kathy https://www.blogger.com/profile/13526925874653775722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3044663771988860506.post-66818775922234224762011-11-21T10:28:50.700-08:002011-11-21T10:28:50.700-08:00Hang in there. I myself haven't had to say go...Hang in there. I myself haven't had to say good-bye to a child but I've said good-bye to two of my bestfriends. Each of us deals with grief in different ways and for different lengths of time. Take your time. Each of the 'firsts' are difficult. I'm still praying for you, you are not alone!Bevnoreply@blogger.com