oh how I wish I didn’t have this story to tell
Another Butler baby is on his or her way Home to our Maker’s loving arms before we had a chance to hold him or her ourselves.
I can’t say much because the thoughts bouncing around in my head are hard to 
put into order.
put into order.•On the morning of February 16th we learned we were having another baby. About an hour later we learned Pastor Jeff died. That will always be my marker.
•On March 7th we learned via ultrasound that while the baby had a fetal pole and a sac his or her heart was not yet beating on its own.
•On March 15th we learned that the baby only grew a tad in 8 days and still their heart does not beat on its own.
He or she is alive via Mama. And now we wait.
•On March 7th we learned via ultrasound that while the baby had a fetal pole and a sac his or her heart was not yet beating on its own.
•On March 15th we learned that the baby only grew a tad in 8 days and still their heart does not beat on its own.
He or she is alive via Mama. And now we wait.
I am so grateful for the prayers my friends are sending up to Jesus on my behalf.
I am a little nervous in how the details are going to end. Having just done this in October/November I am not looking forward to the process.
I also am not looking forward to seeing TWO not-to-be due-dates creep toward me on the calendar.
I really can’t begin to explain what I am feeling. The BIGGEST thing that makes me cry is Johanna not having a “buddy” close in age. The two boys are just over 22 months apart. Then almost exactly two years later came Marie. Then 21 months later came Tabitha. Two boys, two girls… and four years later – Hanny. No buddy for Hanny. I know God has plans for her. And since none of these losses surprise Him, I trust that He will bless her in other ways that don’t include a close-in-age sibling. But I am sad – VERY sad – she doesn’t have a buddy.
I know we Matthew 22:30 tells us – At the resurrection people will neither marry nor be given in marriage; they will be like the angels in heaven. so I wonder if in Heaven siblings will know one another as such. Like, when this baby gets to Heaven will someone introduce him or her to his brother or sister?
It doesn’t really matter, I guess. I know Revelation 21:3-5 tells us And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying, “Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God. ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”
Now I’m rambling. And I said I couldn’t say much. HA!
I’m sad. But this song blessed me on my way home.
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Aw, so sad. You are in my prayers, Stacy.
Aw, so sad. You are in my prayers, Stacy.
Oh, Stacy, I am so sorry! I can only imagine how you feel and I do not have the words to comfort you. But I know you are finding comfort in Him, anyway. I don't know what God's plans are, but I do know that they will be great. I will pray for you as you struggle through this with your family and with God. Much love to you!
Oh, Stacy, I am so sorry! I can only imagine how you feel and I do not have the words to comfort you. But I know you are finding comfort in Him, anyway. I don't know what God's plans are, but I do know that they will be great. I will pray for you as you struggle through this with your family and with God. Much love to you!
Thinking of you, and sending hugs & prayers.
Thinking of you, and sending hugs & prayers.