I would like to thank all of you for your kind words you have expressed. I have read each and every comment many times over. They mean a lot to me. Your prayers are greatly appreciated. The loss of my son has been the hardest thing I have ever been faced with. I have found much more compassion from all of you than so few people around me.
Many of you may remember what I call my little prayer box. I keep it in the homestead kitchen. I placed the names of my family inside and prayed for them all. While reading your blogs and you sharing your lives I have placed little pieces of paper with your needs you have mentioned from time to time. I had made a list of all the blogs I follow and added it to the little prayer box. I opened it last week and read the names of all my children as I recount the prayers I haye prayed. As I took the little pieces of paper out I read the names of those of you who had mentioned needs over time. Just to mention a few. Wyatt-Tammy-Kathy & Madlelyn-Jill-Karen-Devon & Eloise. I returned them to the prayer box and wondered just how many have been answered. I continue to pray these days. There are so many questions and so much I don't understand. I pray in the days to come the answers will be given.
BLESSINGS!
Lara
I cannot imagine the pain of losing a child. How thoughtful of you to be praying for others, amidst your own grief. Blessings to you and your family Lara!
ReplyDeleteThank you Lara. For reminding us all that we are here for each other. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, pains, and tears with us. We love you and support you and want you to be able to carry on. -Steph-
ReplyDeleteI feel so much sorrow for your loss. I have loved your blog for a long time and was very appreciative of how honest you are in sharing your life. We are all praying for you and for healing for your family. I have never lost a child either, but have a child who has been going through some very scary things (three blood clots in the vein between her brain and skull). I know the anxious feelings and how hard it is to not let your mind get away from you - ex. thinking I wish I had done this or that differently....etc. I just know that come what may my daughter is in HIS hands and I couldn't ask for any better.
ReplyDeleteSo glad to hear from you Lara! It made my day. I have been anxiously awaiting a post from you! I have to say you sound so much better. I pray the Lord is helping you every step of the way. I hope and pray you feel better with each passing minute. May God bless you and gives you a peace that passes all understanding! Gwen
ReplyDeleteLara,I was shocked and have tears sliding down my face as I read your previous posts.Saying I am sorry is so little,I did not know as I have been away from blogging for a while.My heart,thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.I wish there was more that I could do to help but I know that there is nothing that can help other than God.Thank you for thinking of others during your pain.Know that you have my love and support.Hugs,Jen
ReplyDeleteDear Lara, can't imagine the pain you feel, but we try and bring some comfort to you with our thoughts and prayers for you and your family..........We forever keep them warm and safe tucked away in our hearts.......Blessings Francine.
ReplyDeleteYou have the biggest heart, praying for others amidst your own grief. Bless you Lara, big hugs to you.
ReplyDeleteLara, you are such a very special person, continuing to pray for you and your family.
ReplyDeleteLara, I think of you so often and pray for you when I do. It touches my heart that you are thinking of others when you are hurting. A prayer box is such a wonderful idea. You are such a special person and an inspiration to me. hugs, Lecia
ReplyDeleteMy dear, sweet, Lara - what a beautiful post. I am so relieved to hear you are hanging on to prayer....and hope of the best kind. I pray for you each night....and remind myself that what seems traumatic and insurpassable to me now, is nothing compared to the pain that is coursing through your heart and soul. Please know that I continue to pray for you as well my friend.... Hugs ~ Robin
ReplyDeleteLara, this is a lovely post, so full of grace. I am praying for your family and appreciate that you are praying for others. Peace be with you, dear lady. Stand Strong. Hedy
ReplyDeleteLara,
ReplyDeleteI can't even image the loss of a child, then to think of others admist this too. your heart is so big. Sending you hugs and prayers and peace this season. OLM
You have continued to be in my prayers, Lara, especially during the holiday season. Special days that the rest of the world is celebrating can be so hard. When you feel you are ready, I would love to share the book I wrote after our son died (just leave me a comment with your address and I'll send it out~ my gift to you). It may bring you some hope and comfort. After Trent died, a friend (who had also lost a child) gave us some good advice: be prepared to give people alot of grace. Blog friends have also been so supportive in our walk of grief, and often it is easier to write something on a computer than to actually know what to say in person. This is a long battle, keep looking to Jesus in it. Again, many prayers for you.
ReplyDeleteOh Lara - No words can really comfort in this terrible time for you and your family...I cannot imagine what you must be going through or that it gets easier...but how very kind of you to be praying for others when you are in such need yourself.
ReplyDeleteWe will continue to send up prayers for you dear...I can only imagine that the coming weeks will be even harder for you.
Sending Big Bloggy hugs and blessings.
Dear Lara,
ReplyDeleteMay the one who calmed the sea by saying, "Peace, be still", grant you HIS peace, comfort, hope, and love, and be to you ALL that you need!!
My thoughts and prayers are with you today!
Gentle Hugs~~
Julie
You are continuing to be in my prayers. May God wrap you in His loving comforting arms.
ReplyDeleteBe blessed,
Cindi
Lara,
ReplyDeleteI continue to lift you and your family up in prayer to just find peace. I can only imagine that the pain never goes away but becomes more bearable as time passes. I know these holiday times will be extremely difficult for you all but don't be afraid to laugh while crying. In other words, anything that brings comfort must be done at your own pace.
Donna
I am happy to see your new post and that you seem to be a bit more like yourself. I hope and believe you will find the answers you seek as time goes by.
ReplyDeleteLara, you continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Hugs, Mindy
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ReplyDeleteNo need for thanks, Dear Lara...if we can't spare a few minutes to comfort another in their hour of great need, then what's the point to life?
ReplyDeleteIt is merely weeks since you lost your Dear Lucas, so your feelings will be raw and up to boiling point at times right now.
I know you can feel Lucas around you, he will be with you every second of every day. He is in your circle of love and will never, ever leave it, trust me.
I have not lost a child and cannot begin to imagine what you are all going through, but please be assured that my Love, Thoughts, Blessings and Prayers are being sent to you, all the way from England...
If you would like to email, then leave a comment on my Blog and I will reply to you. There's not much I can do, except read and reply...
I sincerely hope that the support we are sending you is a small help in allowing you to carry on at the worst time of your life...
With my love and Blessings, from one mum to another...
Karen x