If you have some time on your hands, you should really go over and check out my friend Kelli's Blog: Happily Ever After. She and I were never super close but I blame distance as that demominator.... however, her brothers Kris & Brandon were my best friends when I attended Harding University. Her family has always meant a lot to me and she has always been a person that I've looked up to in many ways, but her faith in the trials that she and her husband are facing has completely blown me away. In short, at full term in her pregnancy and during a routine ultrasound the doctors discovered that their daughter: Hanalei Faith, did not have a heartbeat anymore. She then had to deliver their daughter, and her husband and she said goodbye. They had a powerful moment while saying goodbye, a small funeral and are still healing.
Her words are beautiful and each time I read an entry I bawl my eyes out. I am amazed at her strength and vigor. I am encouraged by her dedication to the Lord. I feel so connected to her emotions and in turn, am mourning with her... despite the fact that my daughter is very much alive, and hers is waltzing in heaven with Jesus himself.
Her testimony is so beautiful. She is weaving the most beautiful life tapestry as an example for the rest of us. She is the dear reminder of how passionate we should all be about the ones we love, and to not take a day for granted. Her journey is not one that I would ever wish for anyone, but the way she has clung to our God: The Great Navigator, is inspiring.
Kelli & Scott, my family is praying for yours. I cannot wait to see how God guides the rest of your path. We are praying for blessings to rain down on your marriage, your hearts, and your future.
Thank you.
Love,
Liz
Thank you so much, Liz, for such kind, beautiful words about our precious baby.
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