Pending miscarriage

[rhet 2]

My middle daughter -- Abbie's mom -- is expecting a second baby, MUCH wanted by her and her husband, during a very difficult first trimester.

By God's permission, this afternoon, the ultrasound showed the baby's heart -- but it has apparently stopped beating, indicating that the baby is no longer alive.

Her OB thinks she will spontaneously miscarry sometime this weekend, which would be less physically traumatic than if they have to medically intervene to end the pregnancy.

If it hasn't happened naturally by Tuesday, the kids will have to make a very tough decision and face some tough medical procedures soon.

The entire family is grieving, though we know our treasure rests with the LORD. Our children and our grandchildren are truly our only treasures. But, we "know in Whom we have believed" and submit ourselves to His greater wisdom, His mercy, His provision of our every desire.

Please, if you would be so gracious and kind, pray for my daughter's health -- and her emotional comforting. Both she and her husband are very despondent over this loss.

[repchick]

I will be praying my friend. :pray::pray:

[bella-day]

Oh rhet I'm so sorry your family is going through this.

Of course I will pray for your daughter and her husband and for you and your Bear as well.

My God soothe your troubled spirits and mend your broken hearts.

My deepest condolences to you all.

[blazer]

so sorry for this! I am praying! :pray: :hug:

[tocsinia]

absolutely praying
I sure don't understand God's ways. I only know that they are perfect, sometimes perfectly beyond me~
About a year ago, we had a completely surprise preg. I was 42 and we only have two sons by the perfect hand of God and IUF, even a Dr.'s opinion that I wasn't ovulating anymore.....Then a miscarriage. There's a reason for everything if that helps. It probably doesn't.......

[murphy]

Oh, Rhet! I am heartbroken to hear of the loss of your grandchild. Children are amazing miracles, proof of God's love. As the new mother of my own miracle (moreso in the fact that we were told she was not possible), my heart aches for you and your family. Hold tight to your faith. May your daughter and son-in-law find comfort in this difficult time, and in whatever God has in store for them. Your dear little one is in the arms of our Lord as I write this, and may that knowledge bring some comfort to your grief.

I found this online, and thought it might bring some comfort to you and yours. Take care, my friend, may God bless you.

My child is gone. Why, my Lord—dare I ask why? It will not hear the whisper of the wind or see the beauty of its parents’ face—it will not see the beauty of Your creation or the flame of a sunrise. Why, my Lord?

“Why, My child—do you ask ‘why’? Well, I will tell you why.

You see, the child lives. Instead of the wind he hears the sound of angels singing before My throne. Instead of the beauty that passes he sees everlasting Beauty—he sees My face. He was created and lived a short time so the image of his parents imprinted on his face may stand before Me as their personal intercessor. He knows secrets of heaven unknown to men on earth. He laughs with a special joy that only the innocent possess. My ways are not the ways of man. I create for My Kingdom and each creature fills a place in that Kingdom that could not be filled by another. He was created for My joy and his parents’ merits. He has never seen pain or sin. He has never felt hunger or pain. I breathed a soul into a seed, made it grow and called it forth.”

I am humbled before you, my Lord, for questioning Your wisdom, goodness, and love. I speak as a fool—forgive me. I acknowledge Your sovereign rights over life and death. I thank You for the life that began for so short a time to enjoy so long an Eternity. -- Mother M. Angelica
http://forums.families.com/pregnancy-loss-prayer,t113896__________________

[EmmanuelGoldstein]

Oh I'm so sorry :(

My prayers go up for you all.

[Spiked101]

Rhet I am so sorry that must just be really tough to handle. Prayers for all of you.

[Rhonda]

My middle daughter -- Abbie's mom -- is expecting a second baby, MUCH wanted by her and her husband, during a very difficult first trimester.

By God's permission, this afternoon, the ultrasound showed the baby's heart -- but it has apparently stopped beating, indicating that the baby is no longer alive.

Her OB thinks she will spontaneously miscarry sometime this weekend, which would be less physically traumatic than if they have to medically intervene to end the pregnancy.

If it hasn't happened naturally by Tuesday, the kids will have to make a very tough decision and face some tough medical procedures soon.

The entire family is grieving, though we know our treasure rests with the LORD. Our children and our grandchildren are truly our only treasures. But, we "know in Whom we have believed" and submit ourselves to His greater wisdom, His mercy, His provision of our every desire.

Please, if you would be so gracious and kind, pray for my daughter's health -- and her emotional comforting. Both she and her husband are very despondent over this loss.

Prayers going up for your daughter and I pray God intervenes. Peace He will give to all of you :pray:

[johnrocks]

I'm so sorry to see this, my heartfelt condolences and prayers to you all.

[birdonawire]

Oh man!! :((

Praying for all of you. :pray:

[USMCmom]

Oh Grandma Rhet, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. :((If there is anything at all that we can do please let us know. Abby & her hubby will most certainly be in my prayers...as will you & the rest of your family.

You see, the child lives. Instead of the wind he hears the
sound of angels singing before My throne. Instead of the
beauty that passes he sees everlasting Beauty—he sees My
face. He was created and lived a short time so the image of
his parents imprinted on his face may stand before Me as
their personal intercessor. He knows secrets of heaven
unknown to men on earth. He laughs with a special joy that
only the innocent possess. My ways are not the ways of
man. I create for My Kingdom and each creature fills a place
in that Kingdom that could not be filled by another. He was
created for My joy and his parents’ merits. He has never
seen pain or sin. He has never felt hunger or pain. I breathed
a soul into a seed, made it grow and called it forth.”

Am praying that Abby will suffer as little pain as possible and that Our Savior will help ease her & hubby's sorrow.

God Bless dear friend...
You are all in my thoughts & prayers:hug:

[ExDem]

You made me cry Rhet. I am so sorry. I had a friend go through this. My prayers are with you and your family.

[countmein]

I am so sorry to hear this. I will be praying for you and yours Rhet. I have been through this 3 times myself. It is heartbreaking. I didn't understand the "why's" when it happened to me. I just took comfort in knowing that God knows the "why" and I put my trust in Him. I hope that your daughter is better, both physically and emotionally, soon. God bless.

[jwil59]

My middle daughter -- Abbie's mom -- is expecting a second baby, MUCH wanted by her and her husband, during a very difficult first trimester.

By God's permission, this afternoon, the ultrasound showed the baby's heart -- but it has apparently stopped beating, indicating that the baby is no longer alive.

Her OB thinks she will spontaneously miscarry sometime this weekend, which would be less physically traumatic than if they have to medically intervene to end the pregnancy.

If it hasn't happened naturally by Tuesday, the kids will have to make a very tough decision and face some tough medical procedures soon.

The entire family is grieving, though we know our treasure rests with the LORD. Our children and our grandchildren are truly our only treasures. But, we "know in Whom we have believed" and submit ourselves to His greater wisdom, His mercy, His provision of our every desire.
Please, if you would be so gracious and kind, pray for my daughter's health -- and her emotional comforting. Both she and her husband are very despondent over this loss.

You know i will be praying for her. I can't begin to tell you how much I grew by reading the highlighted part. I know it isn't all that easy to do that.

[rhet 2]

Thank you all so very much, my dearest companions in hope and determination.

I've spent most of the day on the phone with my two eldest girls. To top off the sorrow, today is their birthday. This one is a day of sorrow, since this loss -- no, NOT loss -- temporary separation -- reminds us of another we sent Home some 10 years ago, little Jordan.

But the light of family unity is still shining, by the Grace of Almighty God who designed families to begin with.

And in your loving kindnesses, including those two wondrous psalms, Mom and Murphy, we have found much comfort.

I've read all your posts to my darlings and we have wept soft tears together, truly comforted by each and every post in our behalf.

Even if we cannot hold each other in our arms because of physical distance, we can hold each other in our words and hearts and minds.

Funny, but I don't think I've ever recognized before, at least not this sharply, the wondrous grace He's given us in cell phones and internet connections. How did our great-grandparents, coming across the Atlantic and the Pacific and the prairies, so far from home, endure the separation? Thank God we do not have to endure the same privations.

[MoleculesRMe]

My middle daughter -- Abbie's mom -- is expecting a second baby, MUCH wanted by her and her husband, during a very difficult first trimester.

By God's permission, this afternoon, the ultrasound showed the baby's heart -- but it has apparently stopped beating, indicating that the baby is no longer alive.

Her OB thinks she will spontaneously miscarry sometime this weekend, which would be less physically traumatic than if they have to medically intervene to end the pregnancy.

If it hasn't happened naturally by Tuesday, the kids will have to make a very tough decision and face some tough medical procedures soon.

The entire family is grieving, though we know our treasure rests with the LORD. Our children and our grandchildren are truly our only treasures. But, we "know in Whom we have believed" and submit ourselves to His greater wisdom, His mercy, His provision of our every desire.

Please, if you would be so gracious and kind, pray for my daughter's health -- and her emotional comforting. Both she and her husband are very despondent over this loss.

:pray:

[doodle5]

I have been busy most of the day!!

Tell your daughter HI and give her my love and prayers.

She lost your grandchild, How naturally or induced?

My prayers to you and all your family.

doodle

[blazer]

Thank you all so very much, my dearest companions in hope and determination.

I've spent most of the day on the phone with my two eldest girls. To top off the sorrow, today is their birthday. This one is a day of sorrow, since this loss -- no, NOT loss -- temporary separation -- reminds us of another we sent Home some 10 years ago, little Jordan.

But the light of family unity is still shining, by the Grace of Almighty God who designed families to begin with.

And in your loving kindnesses, including those two wondrous psalms, Mom and Murphy, we have found much comfort.

I've read all your posts to my darlings and we have wept soft tears together, truly comforted by each and every post in our behalf.

Even if we cannot hold each other in our arms because of physical distance, we can hold each other in our words and hearts and minds.

Funny, but I don't think I've ever recognized before, at least not this sharply, the wondrous grace He's given us in cell phones and internet connections. How did our great-grandparents, coming across the Atlantic and the Pacific and the prairies, so far from home, endure the separation? Thank God we do not have to endure the same privations.
Your words are so precious! You touch my heart and encourage me even in our sorrow! You will never know what a blessing you are! :hug:

[itsrea]

My middle daughter -- Abbie's mom -- is expecting a second baby, MUCH wanted by her and her husband, during a very difficult first trimester.

By God's permission, this afternoon, the ultrasound showed the baby's heart -- but it has apparently stopped beating, indicating that the baby is no longer alive.

Her OB thinks she will spontaneously miscarry sometime this weekend, which would be less physically traumatic than if they have to medically intervene to end the pregnancy.

If it hasn't happened naturally by Tuesday, the kids will have to make a very tough decision and face some tough medical procedures soon.

The entire family is grieving, though we know our treasure rests with the LORD. Our children and our grandchildren are truly our only treasures. But, we "know in Whom we have believed" and submit ourselves to His greater wisdom, His mercy, His provision of our every desire.

Please, if you would be so gracious and kind, pray for my daughter's health -- and her emotional comforting. Both she and her husband are very despondent over this loss.Aww Rhet. Damn. I am so sorry my friend.. please know prayers are already being said for you all.

[Cutiepie]

My middle daughter -- Abbie's mom -- is expecting a second baby, MUCH wanted by her and her husband, during a very difficult first trimester.

By God's permission, this afternoon, the ultrasound showed the baby's heart -- but it has apparently stopped beating, indicating that the baby is no longer alive.

Her OB thinks she will spontaneously miscarry sometime this weekend, which would be less physically traumatic than if they have to medically intervene to end the pregnancy.

If it hasn't happened naturally by Tuesday, the kids will have to make a very tough decision and face some tough medical procedures soon.

The entire family is grieving, though we know our treasure rests with the LORD. Our children and our grandchildren are truly our only treasures. But, we "know in Whom we have believed" and submit ourselves to His greater wisdom, His mercy, His provision of our every desire.

Please, if you would be so gracious and kind, pray for my daughter's health -- and her emotional comforting. Both she and her husband are very despondent over this loss.



Oh Rhet :hug: :hug: :hug: I am so sorry. I have gone through that myself 3 times. I know how she is feeling. I will pray for her.

[mgifford]

To the "Miracle Worker" I will pray.

[Hadassah]

My middle daughter -- Abbie's mom -- is expecting a second baby, MUCH wanted by her and her husband, during a very difficult first trimester.

By God's permission, this afternoon, the ultrasound showed the baby's heart -- but it has apparently stopped beating, indicating that the baby is no longer alive.

Her OB thinks she will spontaneously miscarry sometime this weekend, which would be less physically traumatic than if they have to medically intervene to end the pregnancy.

If it hasn't happened naturally by Tuesday, the kids will have to make a very tough decision and face some tough medical procedures soon.

The entire family is grieving, though we know our treasure rests with the LORD. Our children and our grandchildren are truly our only treasures. But, we "know in Whom we have believed" and submit ourselves to His greater wisdom, His mercy, His provision of our every desire.

Please, if you would be so gracious and kind, pray for my daughter's health -- and her emotional comforting. Both she and her husband are very despondent over this loss.


Oh rhet, I am so sorry. :hug: :hug: :hug:


I am and will be praying. :pray:


If you want to talk, PM me and I'll give you my number again.

[rhet 2]

Well, when I talked with her late last night, she sounded more upbeat and hopeful than I've heard her in a very long time.

So, once again, the OO Prayer Warriors have been heard by the LORD of all Mercies.

For which I sincerely thank you.

But the medical situation is still going nowhere. I pray the LORD deliver her from the trauma of a forced miscarriage.

[blazer]

:pray:

[Talk2Bill]

I am so sorry to hear this. My heart is with you all. As some of you know my wife and I lost a baby at 12 weeks. In fact it was 3 years ago this Feb 1st.

[rhet 2]

I am so sorry to hear this. My heart is with you all. As some of you know my wife and I lost a baby at 12 weeks. In fact it was 3 years ago this Feb 1st.

I'm so sorry, dear one.

The wish-it-were different never quite goes away, does it?

But, I take comfort in the knowledge that others have endured so great a loss with courage and hope intact.

If you can endure, so can my darling "Song of Joy" and her soul mate.

[stoked]

I'm sorry Rhet, who knows why God chooses when he chooses, it still nibbles away at our hearts.

[jwil59]

Your words are so precious! You touch my heart and encourage me even in our sorrow! You will never know what a blessing you are! :hug:

Yep I agree

[USMCmom]

Thank you all so very much, my dearest companions in hope and determination.

I've spent most of the day on the phone with my two eldest girls. To top off the sorrow, today is their birthday. This one is a day of sorrow, since this loss -- no, NOT loss -- temporary separation -- reminds us of another we sent Home some 10 years ago, little Jordan.

But the light of family unity is still shining, by the Grace of Almighty God who designed families to begin with.

And in your loving kindnesses, including those two wondrous psalms, Mom and Murphy, we have found much comfort.

I've read all your posts to my darlings and we have wept soft tears together, truly comforted by each and every post in our behalf.

Even if we cannot hold each other in our arms because of physical distance, we can hold each other in our words and hearts and minds.

Funny, but I don't think I've ever recognized before, at least not this sharply, the wondrous grace He's given us in cell phones and internet connections. How did our great-grandparents, coming across the Atlantic and the Pacific and the prairies, so far from home, endure the separation? Thank God we do not have to endure the same privations.

I to am so grateful for the new technology...being able to come here has given me more than I had ever imagined! You are so very right Rhet...I too often wonder how our ancestors made do.

Please give Abby & her hubby my love...let them know that we are so very sorry for their loss & that they might find comfort in knowing that someday soon they will be reunited with their "angel."

Am praying to our Savior to please help Abby through this not just spiritually but physically as well.

God Bless and take care of yourself dear...
sending hugs :hug:& prayers :pray:

[doodle5]

My prayers to all your family and you RHET!!

CHRIST HAS MANY MORE PLANS FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

ALL OF YOU ARE NOW SPIRITUALLY AT THE THRONE O GOD.

Praying kneeling and praising Him. You see Him as one shinning bright light. He is comforting you now and as we wait we will find out what else He has in store for all your family.

Waiting for the out come this year.

Psalms 1 is such a blessing and Psalms 27 I remember as a teenager.

Carlen

[Mrs Chug]

I am so sorry Rhet, I know how she feels to I lost our first child at 3months, I went through a rough patch afterwards so I spoke to a vicar who was a friend of Chugs and who a 6 months later married us. Does the unit where she will be going have a rememberance book, they do at my local unit, its a book for parents to write messages in it or prayers.

But I also after I lost our child, wrote them a christmas card as ours happened on the 10th december 1997, so I wrote them a christmas card and bought a cuddley toy and went down to our local beach one evening and I remember that their was just me and chug on this beach and we threw the card and the toy out into the sea for them.

[livia]

I'm so sorry to hear this news. Sadly like so many on here, I also lost my first pregnancy at 13 weeks and only found out at the scan. Baby's heart had stopped beating at 9 weeks.
Unfortunately, I had to experience both the natural loss and then two days later still had to have the medical procedure. I hope you don't mind me saying this - but if your daughter does have to have the procedure please be comforted by the fact that I found it much less painful and traumatic than the natural process. i found being a member of a pregnancy/baby loss forum very helpful and the general consensus from other ladies was the same as mine.

I do pray for God to give her every comfort in the coming weeks and months. Although I couldn't see how it was part of God's plan at the time, one year later I gave birth to my beautiful baby boy. It may be a strange way to look at it, but if I hadn't lost my first baby, I would never have met my Alex.

I'm so sorry that this has happened and pray for them and for you, as it's so upsetting for the grandparents too. God bless you and your family.

[MoleculesRMe]

This has profoundly affected me, Rhet. I've never knowingly experienced a miscarriage. I am having a hard time imagining what your DD is going through, but I know she's in good hands, God's hands.

[rhet 2]

Thank you all so very much.

Your words and your love, they surely comfort my soul.

And my love and her husband are comforted, too, no longer so crushed and despairing. Not happy, of course. But determined to keep moving forward, to face what must be and not let this sorrow "get them down."

I thank the LORD so much for hearing your prayers and best wishes and answering to give them both -- and me -- the peace of heart and mind we needed to get through this sorrow with grace and hope and determination intact.

:hug: to each and every one of you, with deepest affection for you all.

[Mrs Chug]

I'm so sorry to hear this news. Sadly like so many on here, I also lost my first pregnancy at 13 weeks and only found out at the scan. Baby's heart had stopped beating at 9 weeks.
Unfortunately, I had to experience both the natural loss and then two days later still had to have the medical procedure. I hope you don't mind me saying this - but if your daughter does have to have the procedure please be comforted by the fact that I found it much less painful and traumatic than the natural process. i found being a member of a pregnancy/baby loss forum very helpful and the general consensus from other ladies was the same as mine.

I do pray for God to give her every comfort in the coming weeks and months. Although I couldn't see how it was part of God's plan at the time, one year later I gave birth to my beautiful baby boy. It may be a strange way to look at it, but if I hadn't lost my first baby, I would never have met my Alex.

I'm so sorry that this has happened and pray for them and for you, as it's so upsetting for the grandparents too. God bless you and your family.

Thats the same for us, if we'd of had the first baby, we wouldn't have Kieran and probably not had Rhea either.

[USMCmom]

Thank you all so very much.

Your words and your love, they surely comfort my soul.

And my love and her husband are comforted, too, no longer so crushed and despairing. Not happy, of course. But determined to keep moving forward, to face what must be and not let this sorrow "get them down."

I thank the LORD so much for hearing your prayers and best wishes and answering to give them both -- and me -- the peace of heart and mind we needed to get through this sorrow with grace and hope and determination intact.

:hug: to each and every one of you, with deepest affection for you all.

:hug:...god bless dear friend and i am thankful to hear that they are doing better!

[murphy]

Rhet,
Your strength and grace are truly amazing. What's more is your ever-steadfast faith, no matter what obstacles are placed in front of you. It is humbling to witness, even here online, as it were. I am glad to know your daughter is doing okay. Please know that my prayers continue, for you, for your daughter, for your family, and for that little angel who watches over you all, and waits with our Lord until it's time to hold you close.
Take care,
Murphy

[Comet]

Rhet;
I am so sorry for you and your daughter. Your family is in my prayers for healing. I would also like to recommend this book. "Gone but Not Lost: Grieving the Death of a Child [Paperback] by Wiersbe, David" you can get it on Amazon for almost nothing. I had this sent to my sister in law after she lost her daughter (23 years old) in a car accident. While the family is not very religious she called me back and told me she read it the weekend it came in and answered a lot of the questions she was having and thanked me for sending it to her, which was a great relief on my part. You see I was being nudged to send that book to her (I am sure you know what I mean), just like now I feel the nudge to tell you about the book. While you might not want to share it with your daughter right away, God will tell you the time to do so. May God give you both peace and understanding at this time.

[Seanachie]

Hello Rhet,

I will be off on my 'mission of prayer' to the 'Big Guy' at Wangum Falls this afternoon. Prayers for You and your entire Family will be hollered up to the Heavens there and especially for that 'new soul' in God's loving hands.

The Japanese have a long custom of leaving written prayer notes on shrines. Jewish folks do the same at the 'Wailing Wall'. I'm quite sure every culture has some form of 'leaving communiques' in honor of those whom have preceded us in the journey into the great 'unknown'. I believe we are all connected through our Souls in some way. I can find no other explanation as to why every culture has this common bond which unites us in the passing if not in this 'earthly' existence.

Perhaps the roaring waters beneath the Wangum Falls will deliver those prayers to the 'Big Guy' for me; for water is indeed life itself from which we are all rekindled.

Be well Lady in using your infinite wisdom in helping your Daughter and all your loved ones through this perplexing time.

Jim

[rhet 2]

Rhet;
I am so sorry for you and your daughter. Your family is in my prayers for healing. I would also like to recommend this book. "Gone but Not Lost: Grieving the Death of a Child [Paperback] by Wiersbe, David" you can get it on Amazon for almost nothing. I had this sent to my sister in law after she lost her daughter (23 years old) in a car accident. While the family is not very religious she called me back and told me she read it the weekend it came in and answered a lot of the questions she was having and thanked me for sending it to her, which was a great relief on my part. You see I was being nudged to send that book to her (I am sure you know what I mean), just like now I feel the nudge to tell you about the book. While you might not want to share it with your daughter right away, God will tell you the time to do so. May God give you both peace and understanding at this time.

I've sent a copy to her.

Thank you for your loving kindness.

She and her doctor decided to delay the D & C for yet a while.

But, we are at peace now about not getting to raise little "Mike" -- the sorrow is there, but we have so much else to give thanks for that .......... well, there is a sort of gentle sorrow, a wish-it-might-have-been that isn't so sharp and cutting, that lets us go on ahead to fight other battles instead of focusing on the one we could not win.

Your kind words have truly helped dull the pain.

:hug:

[blazer]

:hug::hug::hug::hug:

[rhet 2]

Hello Rhet,

I will be off on my 'mission of prayer' to the 'Big Guy' at Wangum Falls this afternoon. Prayers for You and your entire Family will be hollered up to the Heavens there and especially for that 'new soul' in God's loving hands.

The Japanese have a long custom of leaving written prayer notes on shrines. Jewish folks do the same at the 'Wailing Wall'. I'm quite sure every culture has some form of 'leaving communiques' in honor of those whom have preceded us in the journey into the great 'unknown'. I believe we are all connected through our Souls in some way. I can find no other explanation as to why every culture has this common bond which unites us in the passing if not in this 'earthly' existence.

Perhaps the roaring waters beneath the Wangum Falls will deliver those prayers to the 'Big Guy' for me; for water is indeed life itself from which we are all rekindled.

Be well Lady in using your infinite wisdom in helping your Daughter and all your loved ones through this perplexing time.

Jim

I have so much missed your gentle voice of kindness.

Yes, I think that writing our thoughts helps clear our heads and make those thoughts more solid and real inside our own heads. Just the act of finding words and scribing them on a piece of paper or wood or stone.

I think the LORD hears every thought, even without such formal expression, knows even the muggy mushy thinking deep within our minds we don't even fully know ourselves. But writing out our prayers is an act of faith to match the words of faith to match the thoughts of faith, to bring all three into alignment, each making the other stronger, surer, firmer.

This, I think, is what drove Moses to record the songs of his sister, David to write out his own prayers in the collection we call the Psalms, those who wrote the truly beautiful prayers of the ancient Catholic liturgy. An outward reality that creates a physical existence to shape the inward reality and give it visible, tangible existence.

May the Love of God reach out and touch you at Wagnum Falls -- and walk with you going to your "holy place" and walk with you coming back, to sanctify all the earth where your heart and mind and body go to His own holy purposes in your life, to draw you near and hold you tight against His own Side, heart to Heart, mind to Mind, and body to Body until the Day of the Resurrection and the Life shall come to you and you may be united with Him face to Face, life to Life, forevermore.

[doodle5]

Book written by Dale Evans

I will find it for you on Amazon.

Be back.


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[5thIDSoldier]

My middle daughter -- Abbie's mom -- is expecting a second baby, MUCH wanted by her and her husband, during a very difficult first trimester.

By God's permission, this afternoon, the ultrasound showed the baby's heart -- but it has apparently stopped beating, indicating that the baby is no longer alive.

Her OB thinks she will spontaneously miscarry sometime this weekend, which would be less physically traumatic than if they have to medically intervene to end the pregnancy.

If it hasn't happened naturally by Tuesday, the kids will have to make a very tough decision and face some tough medical procedures soon.

The entire family is grieving, though we know our treasure rests with the LORD. Our children and our grandchildren are truly our only treasures. But, we "know in Whom we have believed" and submit ourselves to His greater wisdom, His mercy, His provision of our every desire.

Please, if you would be so gracious and kind, pray for my daughter's health -- and her emotional comforting. Both she and her husband are very despondent over this loss.

My prayers to you and yur family Rhet. My spouse is an OB nurse and has had to assist with the delivery of babies up to 23 weeks gestation that had died inside the womb prior to delivery. This is very traumatic for the parents to have to deal with, and she even comes home in tears when this happens. She has the unfortunate task of taking these infants to the nursery and preparing them for the morgue.

We also have had one miscarriage, and I believe this is God's most merciful way of dealing with such situations. I pray this will be the case for your family, as it is easier for the parents than an invasion proceedure or vaginal delivery.

[jwil59]

How is everyone doing sis? Still in prayer for you guys

[tenzerra]

Sorry to hear the terrible news Rhet. I will pray for your daughter. I pray that it will be better news.

[rhet 2]

Sorry to hear the terrible news Rhet. I will pray for your daughter. I pray that it will be better news.

Thank you all, folks.

Right now, we're just waiting for a spontaneous and natural ending to a literally fruitless pregnancy.

The sooner this test/trial/stress is over, the sooner her body can heal.

And then the kiddos can try again at a future date when, maybe, their finances are also more steady, too.

[Seanachie]

Please know that I had a discussion with God at The 'Falls' yesterday afternoon. I offered up my prayers for your Daughter and that 'New Soul' and for You and your entire Family.

Be well Lady,

Jim

[USMCmom]

Thank you all, folks.

Right now, we're just waiting for a spontaneous and natural ending to a literally fruitless pregnancy.

The sooner this test/trial/stress is over, the sooner her body can heal.

And then the kiddos can try again at a future date when, maybe, their finances are also more steady, too.

Sending Hugs & Prayers for all...

[murphy]

Rhet,

I continue to think of you and your daughter and her husband, and remember you in my prayers. I pray that God will give you the strength to endure what is still to come. As a new mommy myself, I can only imagine how painful this must be for your daughter. How wonderful for her to have her faith to glean strength from, as well as her family....
Take care,
Murphy

[rhet 2]

Rhet,

I continue to think of you and your daughter and her husband, and remember you in my prayers. I pray that God will give you the strength to endure what is still to come. As a new mommy myself, I can only imagine how painful this must be for your daughter. How wonderful for her to have her faith to glean strength from, as well as her family....
Take care,
Murphy

Oh, may the LORD watch over, preserve, protect and LOVE your little darling all his/her life!

Which, boy or girl? I have added "Murphy's Little Love" to my list of children I pray for daily.

I'm so GLAD to know your little treasure arrived all safe and sound. Helps make up for "Little Mike" whom we have not yet had the pleasure of meeting -- and won't till we get to his/her new world ourselves.

I'm just so truly happy to know He entrusted you with your own treasure and know you'll give your level best to that lifetime trust. :clap: and :dance:

No wonder in all the universe is so marvelous as a child!

[jwil59]

Thank you all, folks.

Right now, we're just waiting for a spontaneous and natural ending to a literally fruitless pregnancy.

The sooner this test/trial/stress is over, the sooner her body can heal.

And then the kiddos can try again at a future date when, maybe, their finances are also more steady, too.

I am praying for "the kiddos" and for you as you minister to them

[rhet 2]

I am praying for "the kiddos" and for you as you minister to them

Thanks, bro.

Just gotta keep my sweet babies on as even a keel and straight a path as can be until it's their turn to be grandmas and my turn to goof off BIG TIME. :))

[livia]

I hope that this physical aspect all ends very soon for her and wanted you to know that you're still in my thoughts and prayers. I would imagine the waiting around is just horrible as I was "fortunate" to only have to wait two days after finding out:-(
But sounds like she has a fantastic earthly and spiritual support network.

[rhet 2]

I hope that this physical aspect all ends very soon for her and wanted you to know that you're still in my thoughts and prayers. I would imagine the waiting around is just horrible as I was "fortunate" to only have to wait two days after finding out:-(
But sounds like she has a fantastic earthly and spiritual support network.

Thank you with all my heart.

Yes, the waiting is very worrisome -- and it is hard to remember "all in God's good time."

I'm not sure how "fantastic" that "support network" really is. But one of my greatest comforts is how close my girls are to each other. I know that when the time comes for me to Head for HOME, they won't be alone, but will have each other, backed up by strong and honorable husbands, to rely on. MEGA comforting their love for one another really is.

[blazer]

Thank you with all my heart.

Yes, the waiting is very worrisome -- and it is hard to remember "all in God's good time."

I'm not sure how "fantastic" that "support network" really is. But one of my greatest comforts is how close my girls are to each other. I know that when the time comes for me to Head for HOME, they won't be alone, but will have each other, backed up by strong and honorable husbands, to rely on. MEGA comforting their love for one another really is.

What a blessing indeed sister! :hug: they are truelly blessed to have you for a mother!

[jwil59]

Thanks, bro.

Just gotta keep my sweet babies on as even a keel and straight a path as can be until it's their turn to be grandmas and my turn to goof off BIG TIME. :))

Yep, those will be the days when we can goof off and watch. :lol:

[itsrea]

well, I'm still praying and think of you and yours often.

:)

[rhet 2]

well, I'm still praying and think of you and yours often.

:)

Thank you, dearest.

Her body seems to be flushing itself, cleaning out bit by bit the ashes of lost hope.

But her heart and mind have found peace, and she's moving past the what-might-have-been, accepting and enjoying the what-is, and preparing for what-might-be in the future.

And that's as good as life on this Adam-cursed earth ever gets, I think.

"One day at a time, Sweet Jesus" -- I'll take it with gratitude and hope never ending, waiting for the LORD to set right what is broken and so messed up in this world. "Lie still upon your bed, and know that I am God" -- and let Him "do the heavy lifting" of all the things I am not able to set right in the energy of my own weak and helpless limitations of body, mind, and heart.

Not an easy thing to do. But needful.

[itsrea]

Thank you, dearest.

Her body seems to be flushing itself, cleaning out bit by bit the ashes of lost hope.

But her heart and mind have found peace, and she's moving past the what-might-have-been, accepting and enjoying the what-is, and preparing for what-might-be in the future.

And that's as good as life on this Adam-cursed earth ever gets, I think.

"One day at a time, Sweet Jesus" -- I'll take it with gratitude and hope never ending, waiting for the LORD to set right what is broken and so messed up in this world. "Lie still upon your bed, and know that I am God" -- and let Him "do the heavy lifting" of all the things I am not able to set right in the energy of my own weak and helpless limitations of body, mind, and heart.

Not an easy thing to do. But needful.Aww (((Rhet))) what a blessing and witness that she finds peace among the remains remains of their plans and that she moves forward.

(Edited to add I do not know why the filter bypassed a portion of that word.. it was a regular word, but I removed it anyway)

[rhet 2]

Aww (((Rhet))) what a blessing and witness that she finds peace among the remains remains of their plans and that she moves forward.

(Edited to add I do not know why the filter bypassed a portion of that word.. it was a regular word, but I removed it anyway)

We both just pray that our Babies Grown Big find fulfillment in the LORD who made them.

For what greater blessing is there than that?

I pray for yours and you pray for mine. I think that is what the LORD intended for His Family to do, anyway.

:hug:

[TheFallGuy]

:hug:

Our love and prayers to you and your daughter.

[itsrea]

We both just pray that our Babies Grown Big find fulfillment in the LORD who made them.

For what greater blessing is there than that?

I pray for yours and you pray for mine. I think that is what the LORD intended for His Family to do, anyway.

:hug:I've been listening to Barbara Mandrell's gospel Cd called "Precious Moments... My prayer for your kids my friend...


I am weak, but Thou art strong;
Jesus, keep me from all wrong;
I’ll be satisfied as long
As I walk, let me walk close to Thee.

Chorus
Just a closer walk with Thee,
Grant it, Jesus, is my plea,
Daily walking close to Thee,
Let it be, dear Lord, let it be.

Through this world of toil and snares,
If I falter, Lord, who cares?
Who with me my burden shares?
None but Thee, dear Lord, none but Thee.

Chorus
Just a closer walk with Thee,
Grant it, Jesus, is my plea,
Daily walking close to Thee,
Let it be, dear Lord, let it be.

When my feeble life is o’er,
Time for me will be no more;
Guide me gently, safely o’er
To Thy kingdom shore, to Thy shore.

Chorus
Just a closer walk with Thee,
Grant it, Jesus, is my plea,
Daily walking close to Thee,
Let it be, dear Lord, let it be

[rhet 2]

:hug:

Our love and prayers to you and your daughter.

Thank you, brother in Christ. And mine for you and your family.

God shower His blessings upon you all, to give you the desires of your heart -- and especially to give you desires of the heart that match His own, that there may be eternal harmony between you and your family and your Creator LORD and KING.

:hug:

[rhet 2]

I've been listening to Barbara Mandrell's gospel Cd called "Precious Moments... My prayer for your kids my friend...

I LOVE that hymn!

It will echo in the back of my mind for the entire day.

Thank you.

:hug:

[TheFallGuy]

Thank you, brother in Christ. And mine for you and your family.

God shower His blessings upon you all, to give you the desires of your heart -- and especially to give you desires of the heart that match His own, that there may be eternal harmony between you and your family and your Creator LORD and KING.

:hug:

:hug:

You've been there for some tough times for me. I am eternally grateful for our friendship. Thank you.

[jwil59]

We both just pray that our Babies Grown Big find fulfillment in the LORD who made them.

For what greater blessing is there than that?

I pray for yours and you pray for mine. I think that is what the LORD intended for His Family to do, anyway.

:hug:


There is a lot of wisdom in that my friend. We just do the best we can and pray like crazy

[murphy]

Oh, may the LORD watch over, preserve, protect and LOVE your little darling all his/her life!

Which, boy or girl? I have added "Murphy's Little Love" to my list of children I pray for daily.

I'm so GLAD to know your little treasure arrived all safe and sound. Helps make up for "Little Mike" whom we have not yet had the pleasure of meeting -- and won't till we get to his/her new world ourselves.

I'm just so truly happy to know He entrusted you with your own treasure and know you'll give your level best to that lifetime trust. :clap: and :dance:

No wonder in all the universe is so marvelous as a child!

Rhet:
I am so sorry to have not responded to your post sooner. Shortly after my original post, I went out of town and was not near a computer until this morning. I don't want you to think me ungrateful for your wonderful words and prayers for my child. She is a beautiful little girl, nearly 9 months old, and I call her my "little love" all day long. She is truly a miracle, as husband and I were told it was impossible for us to have children. We believe it was because God had another plan in mind. Never have 2 people welcomed a child with more joy than us, I am certain. I think of your daughter often, and pray that she is doing well, and staying strong in her faith. I pray for you as well, my new friend, and thank God for you and your prayers over my little love.

[rhet 2]

Rhet:
I am so sorry to have not responded to your post sooner. Shortly after my original post, I went out of town and was not near a computer until this morning. I don't want you to think me ungrateful for your wonderful words and prayers for my child. She is a beautiful little girl, nearly 9 months old, and I call her my "little love" all day long. She is truly a miracle, as husband and I were told it was impossible for us to have children. We believe it was because God had another plan in mind. Never have 2 people welcomed a child with more joy than us, I am certain. I think of your daughter often, and pray that she is doing well, and staying strong in her faith. I pray for you as well, my new friend, and thank God for you and your prayers over my little love.

You I can truly love -- because you love your little girl so very much. May the LORD Almighty always keep an Eagle Eye on "Murphy's Little Love" and hedge her around on all sides, 360 degrees of security, so that she prospers and grows into full and glorious Creaturehood, made in His own Image, prospered and guided by His Own Will all her days.

My Carol -- we named her that because it means "Song of Joy" -- is doing okay, battling a severe head cold and battling money problems but getting her head turned around forward to focus on when they can try again instead of grieving over what cannot be.

[Talk2Bill]

I hope the time is appropriate to share something:

My wife had her miscarriage February 1st 2006. On March 3rd 2006 we leared that she was pregnant again. A few weeks later we learned it was the twins. Sometimes a set back is really a set up for an even more abundant blessing.

[blazer]

:hug:

[rhet 2]

I hope the time is appropriate to share something:

My wife had her miscarriage February 1st 2006. On March 3rd 2006 we leared that she was pregnant again. A few weeks later we learned it was the twins. Sometimes a set back is really a set up for an even more abundant blessing.

I just this minute read this post to her -- she got all weepy-eyed and agreed.

Test results are back: the pregnancy is over, no D & C required after all. It took longer than normal -- which the doc says indicates a much better chance of the next pregnancy "making it" all the way to Baby.

Crisis over. One more threat overcome, survived and done with.

I thank each and every one of my dear friends and supporters for your so kind words and prayers in our behalf.

Now, the kiddos just have to pick up their hearts and move on into what the LORD gives them tomorrow.

Super duper HUGE hugs to each and every one of you.

[blazer]

:cry: :hug:

[itsrea]

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[doodle5]

Years ago I lost a little girl between our oldest son and the third son. Yes I grieved especially when I was suppose to give birth to her as she came at six months instead of nine.

Blessings came I gave birth to two more sons. What a blessings they are and all of them. Now we have a Grand Daughter a blessing.

The real blessing is my new daughter in law an angel sent from God's throne!! We nearly lost her during birth of Jame. She becomes a bigger blessing everyday. We have a bond born of God.

Read this to Carol. Carol always trust in Christ no matter the heartache and the difficulty God will see you through ALWAYS AND FOREVER!!

My prayers for you and all your family. Blessings will come you will see.

doodle

[TheFallGuy]

I just this minute read this post to her -- she got all weepy-eyed and agreed.

Test results are back: the pregnancy is over, no D & C required after all. It took longer than normal -- which the doc says indicates a much better chance of the next pregnancy "making it" all the way to Baby.

Crisis over. One more threat overcome, survived and done with.

I thank each and every one of my dear friends and supporters for your so kind words and prayers in our behalf.

Now, the kiddos just have to pick up their hearts and move on into what the LORD gives them tomorrow.

Super duper HUGE hugs to each and every one of you.
:hug:

[murphy]

I just this minute read this post to her -- she got all weepy-eyed and agreed.

Test results are back: the pregnancy is over, no D & C required after all. It took longer than normal -- which the doc says indicates a much better chance of the next pregnancy "making it" all the way to Baby.

Crisis over. One more threat overcome, survived and done with.

I thank each and every one of my dear friends and supporters for your so kind words and prayers in our behalf.

Now, the kiddos just have to pick up their hearts and move on into what the LORD gives them tomorrow.

Super duper HUGE hugs to each and every one of you.

Rhet:
I am happy that Carol will not have to go through a D&C, and that all looks good for another baby when God determines it is time. You and yours will remain in my prayers, for continued blessings.
Take care,
Murphy

[jwil59]

I hope the time is appropriate to share something:

My wife had her miscarriage February 1st 2006. On March 3rd 2006 we leared that she was pregnant again. A few weeks later we learned it was the twins. Sometimes a set back is really a set up for an even more abundant blessing.

Great post and very timely.............

[jwil59]

I just this minute read this post to her -- she got all weepy-eyed and agreed.

Test results are back: the pregnancy is over, no D & C required after all. It took longer than normal -- which the doc says indicates a much better chance of the next pregnancy "making it" all the way to Baby.

Crisis over. One more threat overcome, survived and done with.

I thank each and every one of my dear friends and supporters for your so kind words and prayers in our behalf.

Now, the kiddos just have to pick up their hearts and move on into what the LORD gives them tomorrow.

Super duper HUGE hugs to each and every one of you.

Hugs and prayers back at ya. I just know the way you have handled this will bring glory to God. Well done and thanks for this Godly example you have shown us.

[Mrs Chug]

Just a quick post Rhet, how is your daughter doing???

[jwil59]

Yeah how is she doing??