tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post9002150098924015209..comments2023-08-12T07:52:48.909-07:00Comments on Joyful In Hope: Sorry...Alissa Peppleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14586168573468202444noreply@blogger.comBlogger130125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-37394470428057437562011-12-29T19:12:11.405-08:002011-12-29T19:12:11.405-08:00I have no words except thank you for sharing your ...I have no words except thank you for sharing your sweet girl with us. There's not a day that goes by that I don't think about your family and hug my dear babies that much closer because I have been reminded of not taking life on this earth for granted. I don't know why you and not us (we live in Rochester and lived in Tumwater for years before that which makes this much closer to "home" for us; not that geography matters). Hoping you had a Christmas filled with love, although I'm sure there was much pain not to be avoided. God Bless you all.<br />The Aden'sAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-85986684017384365532011-12-22T21:35:38.817-08:002011-12-22T21:35:38.817-08:00Chosing to SEE was a beautiful book. I wept throu...Chosing to SEE was a beautiful book. I wept through the whole thing. Beautiful story about a loved daughter. I would recommend.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08702861678537262747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-14973642650512846982011-12-22T17:59:10.161-08:002011-12-22T17:59:10.161-08:00Matt and Alissa, im saddened by your news. I have...Matt and Alissa, im saddened by your news. I have been following your story and just came to catch up. I have to tell you since the start Psalm 23 kept repeating itself in my mind. I also read the book Chosing To SEE by Mary Beth Chapman. Your story has effected so many lives through your blogs. Im praying for you and know that sweet little Anna Joy is safe in the arms of her Heavenly Father. May peace be upon you now and akways.<br /><br />JanisJChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11428381864023788942noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-87904562300023883122011-12-22T17:10:13.117-08:002011-12-22T17:10:13.117-08:00I am so sorry for your loss. I am so proud of the ...I am so sorry for your loss. I am so proud of the grace and faith that you carry in spite of the pain. We have never met but I have been touched by your story and your precious daughter. JR Caines is a friend of mine and that is how I knew. Tears and prayers going your way this moment.<br /><br />Kevin Williamsonkdwmsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12615134683448034452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-27112877182395174852011-12-21T06:54:40.052-08:002011-12-21T06:54:40.052-08:00Please know that as a heart mommy your family will...Please know that as a heart mommy your family will always be in my prayers. Your sweet baby is safe in the arms of our loving Lord and Savior. May he provide you peace and rest.<br /><br />Jackie Ross<br />Mother to Xavier HLHSXtra Special Hearthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07936762123805249204noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-88763531785463827552011-12-20T17:34:38.912-08:002011-12-20T17:34:38.912-08:00momandmepouch.com samuel's page I think you ...momandmepouch.com samuel's page I think you two will find friends there!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16841584008006339545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-7061978798672154732011-12-20T16:47:51.783-08:002011-12-20T16:47:51.783-08:00I am so sorry to hear this. I just checked back in...I am so sorry to hear this. I just checked back in this afternoon. We know she is with God now and that, I hope, is comforting to you and your family. I will keep praying for you throughout this difficult time. <br />Sincerely, <br />Jen Isotalo (friend of Nick Spunich)Jen Isotalohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10354975994059561857noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-38323589661924489172011-12-20T13:35:02.838-08:002011-12-20T13:35:02.838-08:00Matt and Alissa and family. I don't have very...Matt and Alissa and family. I don't have very good words to say, but just wanted you to know that I have been praying (and crying) with you through this journey. We are so sorry for your loss, but know sweet Anna is in heaven with a new heart, lungs and body that is perfect. I love that we will get to meet her one day. Bless you as you have shared your story. As I sit here typing with my one year old on my lap, I feel so blessed and really don't think I could have done what you have. You two are amazing, Anna should be very proud of her parents:) I love you guys and wish the very best for you in 2012. Continuing to pray for you through the holidays and your future after this. <br />Jayci FieldJaycihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07884518037827213598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-28269103099507111022011-12-20T13:25:33.544-08:002011-12-20T13:25:33.544-08:00I feel so grieved for you guys. My husband and I h...I feel so grieved for you guys. My husband and I have checked your blog many times over the last few days. We are incredibly sorry that you have lost Anna Joy and hope that you would strongly sense the presence of Jesus and his church around you.The Tarka Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05295178566304785603noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-86522057242315068472011-12-20T13:02:21.392-08:002011-12-20T13:02:21.392-08:00Alissa and Matt, Our hearts go out for your loss, ...Alissa and Matt, Our hearts go out for your loss, your family will forever be in our Prayers. We heard of Baby Anna thru our daughter In-Law who's sister knows you. <br /><br /> Neil and Paula SolomonAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-85103216205534457552011-12-20T10:43:38.578-08:002011-12-20T10:43:38.578-08:00My heart goes out to you and your family. May many...My heart goes out to you and your family. May many Prayers, Family and Friends hold you up at this time. I am so sorry... may God Bless you!!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07160007739409572965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-17446761934092748722011-12-20T10:10:44.787-08:002011-12-20T10:10:44.787-08:00Matt & Alissa, Please find this poem as a comf...Matt & Alissa, Please find this poem as a comfort..This was given to me short after my son Samuel's passing.<br /><br /><br />Heaven's Very Special Child<br /><br />A meeting was held quite far from earth,<br />"It's time again for another birth."<br />Said the Angels to the Lord above,<br />"This special child will need much love."<br />His progress may seem very slow,<br />Accomplishments he may not show;<br />And he'll require extra care<br />From the folks he meets down there.<br />He may not run or laugh or play.<br />His thoughts may seem quite far away.<br />In many ways he won't adapt,<br />And he'll be known as handicapped.<br />So let's be careful where he's sent;<br />We want his life to be content.<br />Please, Lord, find the Parents who<br />Will do a special job for You.<br />They will not realize it right away<br />The leading role they're asked to play.<br />But with this child sent from above<br />Comes stronger faith and richer love.<br />And soon they'll know the privilege given<br />In caring for this gift from heaven.<br />Their precious charge, so meek and mild<br />Is Heaven's Very Special Child. <br /><br />Author: UnknownConnie Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08660452263193893197noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-29870790572689311882011-12-20T08:58:40.832-08:002011-12-20T08:58:40.832-08:00I am so sad to hear this. Anna Joy and your family...I am so sad to hear this. Anna Joy and your family have touched the hearts of so many in a short time. I will continue to keep your family in our prayers.Paula Stevens-Solomonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01802431201900757640noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-14992856667209884712011-12-20T08:34:35.993-08:002011-12-20T08:34:35.993-08:00I'm not sure this is appropriate to do, but I ...I'm not sure this is appropriate to do, but I would like to recommend you go to www.ttb.org & Download a booklet called "Death of a Little Child".<br /><br />It is written by the Late Dr. J. Veron McGee who lost his firstborn child.<br /><br />I think it might speak to you both about what you are going through.Robert Hardinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14029985472769102022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-16680864459144199762011-12-20T08:33:31.274-08:002011-12-20T08:33:31.274-08:00I am so very sorry. Your pain will make me hold my...I am so very sorry. Your pain will make me hold my babies harder today. You are amazing people to have been so strong to let her go so willingly.Corihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18040015155610755255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-66133422922462385162011-12-20T07:52:29.982-08:002011-12-20T07:52:29.982-08:00My dear Matt and Alissa, I am so sorry for your lo...My dear Matt and Alissa, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for your family as I try to find the words to write to bring you comfort and hope. You do not know me and probably never will, but I have been inspired by you and your faith in this time of difficulty. I have spent a lot of time in prayer for your family and it is through this prayer that I have heard God's voice ask me to tell you of my beliefs at this time of sorrow. I hope they will bring you comfort. I am a firm believer in God and Jesus. I know that we are loved by them amd that God holds us in his arms each day and even tighter when we struggle and feel pain. I come from a different religious background than you. I am a member of the Church of Jesus Chrst of Latterday Saints. It is my belief that families are eternal. I believe that although God has aked that you be parted from Anna for now, he will allow you to be her parents in the life to come. You have not lost her. She will always be your daughter and she will be watching over you and your family and waiting for the time when she can return to your arms in love. I hope these words will bring you comfort from a complete stranger and I will continue to pray for you. <br />Yours in love,<br />KammiKammihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04804434852932809677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-61595350105818049492011-12-20T07:45:45.006-08:002011-12-20T07:45:45.006-08:00I am so sorry for your loss. Your faith has been ...I am so sorry for your loss. Your faith has been amazing and there are so many that are grieving along with you and praying for you. Continue to lean on Him and He will give you the strength to make it possible to lean on each other.<br /><br />EEric Richeyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09040720552365596610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-20803684324909392162011-12-20T07:12:43.404-08:002011-12-20T07:12:43.404-08:00So very sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing...So very sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing Anna Joy's life story. Prayers for comfort and strength as you go forward.Jamiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06375187698763187313noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-62915232038975920002011-12-20T07:12:26.434-08:002011-12-20T07:12:26.434-08:00Sweet Anna Joy though out of your hands, into her ...Sweet Anna Joy though out of your hands, into her Heavenly Father's lap...though out of your presence, forever in your hearts...Talia and I talked a long time last night about Heaven...she wants to go there and so do I...she was sad as are we that Anna Joy wasn't healed...we don't understand...but we aren't going to lean on our own understanding and are going to trust in the Lord with all our hearts...that's all we can do...I love you with all my heart...we are so sorry for your loss...we were privileged to stand with you in hope of healing and now in your grief...wish we could wrap our arms around you even now....I was reminded that Love always hopes...I thought I would share that...thank you for your authenticity, candor, and willingness to share your journey with so many...again reminded that Jesus wept and asked for the cup to be taken from him...for whatever reason...yours wasn't taken from you...but rest in that her life touched many...and yours and your families...bringing people together...in hope and now grief...so, so, so, sorry for your loss...LOVE YOU!Lauren Gubbehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13230866145798254733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-38359258849430227032011-12-20T07:09:51.268-08:002011-12-20T07:09:51.268-08:00Your family will continue to be in my prayers. My ...Your family will continue to be in my prayers. My heart is heavy after I read the latest post. I pray that God will continue to lift you up and that you feel His warmth and love during this difficult time. <3Pray For Baby Noahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10363713759148531725noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-88352090641467247702011-12-20T07:08:03.645-08:002011-12-20T07:08:03.645-08:00You don't know me personally, but after readin...You don't know me personally, but after reading your story on King 5, I hopped on your blog and continued to follow your story. I feel as though your baby girl touched so many lives, she opened up many eyes to the possibility that there are other human beings that may just care about a strangers life. <br /><br />Your story is a tragic one, but also one that has been with me for the past couple of weeks. I am not very religious. I don't consider myself to be "one with god" or a regular person who pray's, but, I promise you that I had several conversations with god. I prayed for your Anna Joy, just as I had prayed for my baby girl when she was sick. Each time I cried and each time I have felt heard. Maybe there are bigger plans for your precious baby, I don't know, but what I do know is there are so many people who have loved her so much so that compassion has entered their lives where maybe it was gone. <br /><br /> I wish and pray that this had a much happier ending. I hope Anna Joy is resting in beautiful peace and that the smile that will great you from your little boy will forever warm your hearts again. I am so sorry for your loss.<br />Angie, SeattleAngie Evans Duncilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09369263997688106493noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-28317190994027843722011-12-20T07:05:40.547-08:002011-12-20T07:05:40.547-08:00Continuing to pray for your family. Jesus be so p...Continuing to pray for your family. Jesus be so present to them.Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08702861678537262747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-29297730341292030742011-12-20T07:04:52.742-08:002011-12-20T07:04:52.742-08:00We all fell in love with your very precious darlin...We all fell in love with your very precious darling sweet angel through your blog and pictures. We ache and weep with you, and will keep praying for all of you. <br />Love<br />Gary and EleanorEleanor Zweiglehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14729498089761427791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-58882293822819814012011-12-20T06:55:33.328-08:002011-12-20T06:55:33.328-08:00Praying for you as you go through this horrible lo...Praying for you as you go through this horrible loss. May the peace of God cover you, and may His strength fill you up.<br /><br />Isaiah 27:5<br />Or else let him take hold of my strength, that he may make peace with me; yea, let him make peace with me.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-255904066855682022.post-9070415409126270252011-12-20T06:53:19.467-08:002011-12-20T06:53:19.467-08:00I woke up this morning praying for you as you awak...I woke up this morning praying for you as you awake to this day also. Love and prayers are flowing for you still.<br /><br />the Knight'sAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09652304693670344168noreply@blogger.com