Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.James 1:2-4
Good Morning, dear friends. As I stated before, the blogging and social media community can be a wonderful thing. It is a wonderful place to share the little moments of our lives with other people like us. I have had the privilege of celebrating many joys in the lives of my social media and blog friends and the honor of praying for them in trying times as well.
Not only is the month of October Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but it is also Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. Much like yesterday's post, I would like to use today's post to highlight two fellow bloggers and their journey through pregnancy and infant loss.
One blogger I know personally and the other I "virtually" know. Although I am not yet a parent, I ache for those parents who have lost children. I am not sure that I could handle it in the least bit. However, I find it so comforting to follow along with each of these bloggers in their journey as the Lord produces triumph from trials. Each of these women are so strong. Even though each day is desperately trying from the day before, each blogger desires to make the most of life and the blessings the Lord has bestowed upon them during the stages of grief. To me, it is absolutely remarkable and I believe it is only fitting to highlight their journey this month due to its significance.
The first blogger I would like to feature is Staci, someone that I grew up and have known for many years. To access her family blog, Click Here. Staci and her husband became pregnant with their second child earlier this year. During a routine check up, the couple learned that their first son had become an angel. Barrett Luker was born on August 23, 2012 at 6:05 a.m. and he weighed 4.6 ounces. He was born sleeping.
This fellow blogger has sought to make an impact for mothers that will walk her in shoes. An organizational blog has been created called Barrett's Blankets which can be accessed by clicking here. Barrett's Blankets mission is to provided mothers with a blanket to wrap their angel babies in, essentially, a keepsake. Additionally, blankets will be provided to all angel mommies, no matter what stage in pregnancy they gained an angel baby. Some of the blankets will also be received by babies staying in the NICU. I encourage everyone to check out both blogs and see what amazing things the Lord is doing through this family in memory of Barrett Luker.
The second blogger I would like to feature is Megan. Her blog can be accessed by clicking here. Since starting my blogging journey in July I have continued to follow Megan and her journey through motherhood and the wife world. She is definitely one of those people I feel like I "know" although I have actually never met. Megan is a mother of three beautiful children, twins- a boy and girl, and an angel baby in heaven. I do not actually remember how I came across Megan's blog but her chronicling the journey of her angel, Cohen captured all my attention one afternoon. I admire Megan's strength and faith so much, and I aspire to be half the mother she is one day!
Much like Staci, while Megan was at a routine check-up when she learned that baby Cohen was not developing a heart as expected for his growth rate in the womb. She and her husband worked deligently with doctors, family, and friends to prepare for Cohen's arrival not knowing if he would be able to breath on his own. Cohen was born with Congenital Heart Defects and went to Heaven when he was 12 days old in June 2010. As stated on her blog, "Michael Cohen Marshall came into the world at 7 lbs. 6 oz., with a hearty cry and a congenital heart condition. He was known as The Mighty Cohen in his short little life, for he endured multiple surgeries and procedures. For twelve days, Cohen fought with the heart of a lion, but on June 18, 2010, his little body could not match his fighting spirit. He was delivered into the Kingdom of Heaven at 8:35pm in his parents’ arms..." To read more posts about the diagnosis of Cohen's Congenital Heart Defects, as well as his story before and after birth click here.
I believe that this post is so important because while children are a blessing on earth, they are also a huge blessing to their family as a member of the Lord's Kingdom. Infants, even though so small and tiny- can impact our world in a huge way if it is part of the Lord's plan. Regardless of where you are going or where you have come from in life- if anyone can take something away from this post today I would ask you to seek strength and faith for each day similar to that of the two women discussed above. Also, say a pray for all the women around the world who are experiencing loss. Specifically, pray that they find comfort in such a time of grief.
Life is so precious. Take a moment to appreciate yours today- the good, the bad, any everything in between. I hope you all enjoy your Sunday!
And we know that in all things God works together for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.
Romans 8:28
Romans 8:28
As always, until next time- Happy blogging.
-Kalyn
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