Lily Blessings

The cemetery and area around it sounds really nice...

2009-09-11T02:07:38.973-07:00

The cemetery and area around it sounds really nice. Cemeteries can be kinda creepy but Carleigh's doesn't feel that way. Maybe it's because she is there. It's in the country near a horse farm.

The stone is very nice and it was very thoughtful for Craig's parents to get it.

I imagine as the days, months, and years go past e...

2009-09-10T16:51:51.258-07:00

I imagine as the days, months, and years go past each milestone will be thought of and missed. How could it not? The questions can be tricky. When people ask I don't want to leave out Carleigh but I also don't want to make things awkward for people. So far I have included her each time.

I'm sorry it rained every day on your vacation but I am glad you were able to get away.

Jessica, I am a friend of Doug & Chris Horton...

2009-09-10T14:38:32.169-07:00

Jessica,

I am a friend of Doug & Chris Horton's. I have a very dear friend, also named Jessica, who is going through this process now. Her daughter, Eva (http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/clearfield) was born with a chromosome translocation between chromosome 4 and 18 - giving her partial Trisomy 18(?). She has just celebrated her 3 month birthday but is also in heart failure and is starting to show signs of pain, discomfort, etc. I appreciate your words and thoughts, as I do with my Jessica's, and am grateful to hear of Lily's story.

As I anticipate the ultrasound of my baby this Jul...

2009-07-05T11:09:04.843-07:00

As I anticipate the ultrasound of my baby this July. I will be thinking of you. I know that must have been hard. And words can't describe how I feel for you all. My prayers used to be about a certain sex of the baby but more so for a healthy baby these days as the days get closer.

I pray that God brings peace on these days after this bad day. Just know that God has wrapped you in his arms these days.

God Bless!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

D-Day is a hard day for sure and one you'll ne...

2009-07-03T19:20:52.041-07:00

D-Day is a hard day for sure and one you'll never forget. The gardens sound like a nice place to visit after visiting Lily. Thinking of you.

I agree that "D-day" might actually be w...

2009-07-03T13:40:52.935-07:00

I agree that "D-day" might actually be worse than Noah's 1yr birth date....because you're right....it's the day that Noah lived and we had accepted and embraced what was coming. Our hearts are definitely broken and we miss our baby but we feel confident that we followed God's path and will for our lives...Praying for you. I hope your visit to Lily is peaceful

Thank you once again for your transparency...it is...

2009-07-03T12:04:45.694-07:00

Thank you once again for your transparency...it is always such a blessing to me! Praying for you!

Jessica, I wanted to tell you...I have been think...

2009-06-24T17:20:24.226-07:00

Jessica,
I wanted to tell you...I have been thinking about you quite frequently these last few weeks. I am struck by the similarities that Lily and Noah had physically. I had prayed that somehow Noah would hold on and live for a few days but I know we were blessed for the 19 hours that he DID live. It was an amazing time.

I just wanted to let you know I was thinking of you. I pray you are doing well.

What a touching story! Thank you for sharing your...

2009-04-15T19:29:00.000-07:00

What a touching story! Thank you for sharing your journey. It's amazing how we are shown God's graces in so many ways.

With love & Prayers,
Christina
http://momsbabypooh-fromthehundredacrewoods.blogspot.com/

I guess I am "Sleepless in Seattle" tonight. Thank...

2009-04-14T00:12:00.000-07:00

I guess I am "Sleepless in Seattle" tonight. Thank you for reminding me that I can get up tomorrow and breathe in and breathe out. God is giving each of us the strength, one moment at a time. I appreciate your tender hearted and wise writing. You and your precious daughter are blessing many. She IS perfectly lovely!

In Christ, Michal

You are always in my prayers!! Your tranparency is...

2009-04-05T20:04:00.000-07:00

You are always in my prayers!! Your tranparency is such a blessing to me!

Beautiful.

2009-03-31T09:40:00.000-07:00

Beautiful.

I just ran across your site and watched the slide ...

2009-03-12T09:24:00.000-07:00

I just ran across your site and watched the slide show of your sweet Lily. Our son Haven was stillborn on Feb. 13, 2004. I was so touched by your photos and your words about Lily that could have come from me about my own baby. I will definitely pray for your family. I pray that the time you got to spend with her will sustain you, as well as the knowledge that she is in Heaven and perfectly whole.
Andi Soergel

Absolutely. Always. You keep on keeping on.

2009-03-09T15:29:00.000-07:00
Absolutely. Always. You keep on keeping on.

I think when devastation like this happens, it taints our image of the world. Some how, we don't view things are naively as before. Be patient with yourself.

I am definitely still praying for you...daily!!

2009-03-07T18:17:00.000-08:00

I am definitely still praying for you...daily!!

It doesn't seem like 2 months. Will definitely be ...

2009-03-06T05:39:00.000-08:00

It doesn't seem like 2 months. Will definitely be praying!!

Will definitely be praying!!

2009-03-06T05:38:00.000-08:00

Will definitely be praying!!

What a beautiful little angel you have!!! She is p...

2009-02-19T18:58:00.000-08:00

What a beautiful little angel you have!!! She is precious!!! Thank you for the wonderul website you have put together, we founf out less than a week ago, that our little girl Anencephaly as well, I can on;y hope and pray that we get to spend as much time with you as you did, and will cherish every moment.
Your in my thoughts and prayers...
Jodi

I am currently 28 weeks pregnant with my third chi...

2009-02-13T10:07:00.000-08:00

I am currently 28 weeks pregnant with my third child...the second to be diagnosed with Anencephaly. Your slideshow gives me such hope to be able to hold our son. to be able to see my husband hold our son. Thank you for sharing.

I just saw your story about around Christmas time....

2009-02-12T09:10:00.000-08:00

I just saw your story about around Christmas time. You definitely are inspiring. We never know what life will bring but thank goodness for a God to comfort and bring us through everything in life. God Bless!!!

PS: Lily was beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing pictures.

I am touched beyond words at the beauty of your ch...

2009-02-07T10:40:00.000-08:00

I am touched beyond words at the beauty of your child and strength of your family. I am expecting a baby boy, early May, that also has Anencephaly. Your story has given me much hope. Thank you for sharing.

Jessica I absolutely LOVE Lily's slideshow. She wa...

2009-02-04T11:02:00.000-08:00

Jessica I absolutely LOVE Lily's slideshow. She was so perfect, how blessed you were able to spend time with her. I prayed and prayed for a borrowed time with Elisha, but God needed him right away. God Bless you honey and I hope you are doing ok.
In His Love,
Shelley

Psalm 34:18

2009-02-04T07:30:00.000-08:00

Psalm 34:18

Hi Jessica! I nominated you for an award! Check ou...

2009-02-03T15:14:00.000-08:00

Hi Jessica! I nominated you for an award! Check out my blog to find out more!

Your slideshow has touched my heart again, Jessica...

2009-01-27T18:05:00.000-08:00

Your slideshow has touched my heart again, Jessica. Lily truly was blessed to have been born to such a godly family. Love, Liz

Lily Blessings

The cemetery and area around it sounds really nice...

I imagine as the days, months, and years go past e...

Jessica, I am a friend of Doug & Chris Horton...

As I anticipate the ultrasound of my baby this Jul...

D-Day is a hard day for sure and one you'll ne...

I agree that "D-day" might actually be w...

Thank you once again for your transparency...it is...

Jessica, I wanted to tell you...I have been think...

What a touching story! Thank you for sharing your...

I guess I am "Sleepless in Seattle" tonight. Thank...

You are always in my prayers!! Your tranparency is...

Beautiful.

I just ran across your site and watched the slide ...

Absolutely. Always. You keep on keeping on. 2009-03-09T15:29:00.000-07:00 Absolutely. Always. You keep on keeping on. I think when devastation like this happens, it taints our image of the world. Some how, we don't view things are naively as before. Be patient with yourself.

I am definitely still praying for you...daily!!

It doesn't seem like 2 months. Will definitely be ...

Will definitely be praying!!

What a beautiful little angel you have!!! She is p...

I am currently 28 weeks pregnant with my third chi...

I just saw your story about around Christmas time....

I am touched beyond words at the beauty of your ch...

Jessica I absolutely LOVE Lily's slideshow. She wa...

Psalm 34:18

Hi Jessica! I nominated you for an award! Check ou...

Your slideshow has touched my heart again, Jessica...

Absolutely. Always. You keep on keeping on.

2009-03-09T15:29:00.000-07:00
Absolutely. Always. You keep on keeping on.

I think when devastation like this happens, it taints our image of the world. Some how, we don't view things are naively as before. Be patient with yourself.