Friday, December 23, 2011

A different kind of Christmas

I am honestly not sure how to write this.  So many of you have been so incredibly supportive and loving, and have lifted us up in prayer.  We need that now more than ever.  We received a call yesterday - a call that knocked the air out of us - the smiles off of our faces - and stole the joy from our hearts.  Yesterday our beautiful sweet perfect little Hadiya Claira went home to be with Jesus.  We don't have many details, except that they think she just stopped breathing and are declaring it a case of SIDS.  We are so sad.  We are angry.  We are confused.  Why? Why did this have to happen?  For now there are no answers - no relief - no way to say goodbye.  We covet your prayers as we put all of our effort into getting through each day.  We are clinging to the love and hope of a God who is abundantly more than we can ask or imagine.

7 comments:

  1. We're so sorry and can't imagine how you're feeling right now. We love you and are praying for you both.

    Bernie and Faith

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  2. We are so sorry and will be praying continually through this time of sorrow. We love you both and are here for you if you need anything.

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  3. hope,rob,reagan and braedenDecember 23, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    we love you both so much and are here for you.

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  4. I am so shocked by this, and can not imagine what you must be going through. I am praying for you, and will do what I can to support you as you mourn.

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  5. We have had you guys in our prayers every day...I can't imagine the emotions that you guys are having to deal with. We will certainly continue to be praying earnestly for you both. Love you and am here for whatever you may need.

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  6. Kristle, I was so saddened to hear about your little girl. I am so sorry. Praying for you...

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  7. In my thoughts and prayers..I am so sorry..

    Kimberly Patrick

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