tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4568250349175047958.post8266853727398173915..comments2024-01-07T06:51:59.504-06:00Comments on Finding the Balance: water.Amyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11270690264528059330noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4568250349175047958.post-62103123184786070262009-02-20T14:48:00.000-06:002009-02-20T14:48:00.000-06:00I am one of those "random" visitors, changed by Co...I am one of those "random" visitors, changed by Cora's story, her parents' faith, all the things you said. I read back a few of your posts, and I am moved by all that you wrote; because you know them, I can't imagine how much more this hurts for you. I have cried every day for their broken hearts. But I have been left with the same questions you are asking. What about the babies all over the world who are dying...why don't I sob every day for those babies? I have definitely been...I don't know, I feel like something is pushing me in a different direction, but I'm not sure what to do. Because of the high volume of bloggers out there, the high traffic www.-highway, I had ideas about having a section of my own blog devoted to praying for babies. It started (my idea) as for babies with cancer, but then I thought what if different days were dedicated to different causes-clean water; other diseases; abuse; orphans; war-torn areas. And I know money goes a long way, but I think prayer can be so powerful; what ways could our eyes be opened to how God works if we look for His answers in unusual places. No one wanted Cora to be healed by being taken out of this world. But she was healed. And one day her body will be whole with her spirit again, she will be restored as all of creation. That is indeed something to praise God for. I, too, love that song (Blessed Be the Name of the Lord). It was a great comfort to me through two miscarriages. And even though I have never met Joel and Jess, I also don't think I can ever hear the song again without thinking of them. The one who blesses the Lord will be blessed. I feel like this is meandering, but I know I have a point. I really appreciated what you had to say. I don't think there are accidents, even in the blogosphere. I'll be back to read your blog...and I'll keep thinking about these things and praying. I'm so sorry for the loss of that sweet girl. There's something about her face...<BR/>But you're right, those other faces are so beautiful too, and just as precious. I look forward to seeing where this goes. (For me, you know?) Sorry for leaving a novel here.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4568250349175047958.post-21042808675051736882009-02-18T21:35:00.000-06:002009-02-18T21:35:00.000-06:00Thanks for this post Amy. We live in such a shelte...Thanks for this post Amy. We live in such a sheltered and posh environment that we hardly ever think about all the hurting, hungry, and dying people around the world. And if we do, it doesn't tug at our hearts because it isn't personal. But it should be, because these people are created by God and He loves them and hurts with them! Thank you for challenging me to be willing to make it personal, even if it hurts. James 1:27, "Religion that is pure and undefiled before God, the Father, is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world."Utecht Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16279919404168016517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4568250349175047958.post-32843829938457950152009-02-18T18:05:00.000-06:002009-02-18T18:05:00.000-06:00Hi Amy. I saw you wrote a comment on my blog, so I...Hi Amy. I saw you wrote a comment on my blog, so I started looking at your blog and saw this post. I thought I was done crying, but after reading this, it's obvious I have a few tears left! It's just been amazing how many lives Cora, Jess, and Joel have been able to touch through this. What an amazing journey. Cora's life was so special and personal to me. It really puts into perspective how the families of those 4,500 children must feel daily. Thank you for honoring Cora by giving. What a wonderful cause- I keep tearing up just thinking about it. I am simply greatful.Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00731386164535617762noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4568250349175047958.post-57295804842283169882009-02-15T20:56:00.000-06:002009-02-15T20:56:00.000-06:00a beautiful tribute to cora. and to the thirsty d...a beautiful tribute to cora. and to the thirsty daughters of mothers around the world.<BR/><BR/><BR/>many blessings.jodyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02125965636347800866noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4568250349175047958.post-6201716363984036992009-02-15T20:40:00.000-06:002009-02-15T20:40:00.000-06:00wow, amy. i have chills.i was JUST saying this las...wow, amy. i have chills.i was JUST saying this last night to pat...through tears. i mean, cora and her story rocked me. and i LOVE that people are honoring her and her amazing parents in this way. it's so sweet and uplifting. but the amount of money that might be brought in could save people's LIVES! just like you were saying. thanks for posting this!Courtneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15081538432594107207noreply@blogger.com