tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post8772120100345461728..comments2023-05-31T09:14:01.588-05:00Comments on Sweet Caroline and Thomas: TodayAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16706185749223782272noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-78910044752417649422009-04-29T13:59:00.000-05:002009-04-29T13:59:00.000-05:00I stumbled across your site and have read it and f...I stumbled across your site and have read it and felt so moved by your faith that remains steady in face of this horrible time. Just want you to know I'm praying for you and your family. Hope all is going well with the pregnancy.mjhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06836042729187445383noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-56582902347718607162009-01-30T22:19:00.000-06:002009-01-30T22:19:00.000-06:00You and the children are being lifted in prayer ev...You and the children are being lifted in prayer every day. Tom and I pray, as do others who read the prayer list on our blog.<BR/><BR/>~Blessings,<BR/>JanGonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08928460355403104172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-82690000820229667422009-01-29T21:55:00.000-06:002009-01-29T21:55:00.000-06:00This is my second time visiting your blog. I was w...This is my second time visiting your blog. I was wondering how you are doing. I am so glad that you know how much god loves you. And he will give you the strength you need to make it through this. Caroline is so precious. I can't wait to see the new baby. I am praying for your family. <BR/> Hugs, TerrieTerrie's Lil' Piece of Serenityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02498637369385340227noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-42418794443648999102009-01-29T15:43:00.000-06:002009-01-29T15:43:00.000-06:00Just wanted you to know I'm thinking about you and...Just wanted you to know I'm thinking about you and your family.Michelehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07861095447544872195noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-66545964191185907182009-01-28T08:04:00.000-06:002009-01-28T08:04:00.000-06:00Just found your blog and am praying for you and yo...Just found your blog and am praying for you and your sweet babies. May God continue to give you the strength to make it through each day without your precious husband. May you feel his love and God's love in your life as others love on and take care of you during this time.<BR/>Hugs and Prayers<BR/>Rachel in PARachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10146322185715011803noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-41692590764230819632009-01-27T20:48:00.000-06:002009-01-27T20:48:00.000-06:00Hey Bonnie, it's Janice (I just started this whole...Hey Bonnie, it's Janice (I just started this whole Blogging thing.) I wanted to let you girls know that Beth Moore has a blog!! http://livingproofministries.blogspot.com/<BR/>I am so excited about this Ester study (or the ESTERgen group as Greg calls it). Hope you have power. Let me know if you need groceries or anything. Hopefully, I'll see you Thursday.<BR/>JaniceGREG AND JANICEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11872744839260194740noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-4870399742568544952009-01-27T11:34:00.000-06:002009-01-27T11:34:00.000-06:00You said "But I am still sad. Please don't think I...You said "But I am still sad. Please don't think I am spiraling into a depression, I know that I cannot do that."<BR/>As a Christian you will be praised by others who will say "you are so strong"...that puts a lot of pressure on you to put on that "strong" face. Always remember YOU are weak. God is strong! It's ok to be sad, it's ok to be depressed...it's not ok to pretend otherwise...ALWAYS lean on God for His strength and he will carry you through this. <BR/>It's been almost 20 years since my first husband died. I know the unconected smile you are talking about...don't worry, the genuine smile will come back...and when it does, you'll cry...but you'll cry less each time you feel joy. Always remember, this is YOUR grief. Others may go through the same thing in different ways but this experience belongs to only YOU! Don't ever worry about not doing something right, there is no wrong way. Of course there are unhealthy ways of dealing with grief but I can tell by your posts that you have a personal relationship with Jesus and you will make it...it won't be easy...but you'll make it. It's been 20 years and I'm still on the journey. God's peace to you and your family!<BR/>In Christ,<BR/>SarahSarahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09986778779367393000noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-10399196556360332942009-01-27T10:10:00.000-06:002009-01-27T10:10:00.000-06:00I keep coming back to your blog to see how you are...I keep coming back to your blog to see how you are doing and how God is working in your life. We continue to pray for you and your family everyday. I know God is holding you up and will continue to do so. All these comments on your blog are a reminder of all the love and community in this world. <BR/>Love, JenniferAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-20096361520979586422009-01-27T08:37:00.000-06:002009-01-27T08:37:00.000-06:00Dear Bonnie, I just came over from Tardevil becaus...Dear Bonnie, I just came over from Tardevil because I noticed your photo about your loss. It took me a few minutes to realize that it was your dh that lost his life. My heart is broken for you and Caroline. I pray for you and the new baby you are expecting. I pray for you to be strong when everything seems to be wrong with this world. I pray for you to be uplifted by the wonderful loved ones and friends who care for you so much. We are strangers but my love and concern go with you today and each day here after. May Gods blessings give you hope for the future.<BR/><BR/>Love from my heart...JeanneAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-42867746099484934752009-01-26T19:28:00.000-06:002009-01-26T19:28:00.000-06:00I found your blog this evening. I am so sorry for...I found your blog this evening. I am so sorry for your lost. I lost my son in May 2007 and the grieving is still hard for me. I read your blog...your photos are beautiful of your young family. You are very lucky to have the support of family, church, and your friends. I will include you in my prayers. SharonMy Vintage Studiohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09678854057828587218noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-32726128023232655612009-01-26T11:19:00.000-06:002009-01-26T11:19:00.000-06:00Bonnie, I am a friend of Tara's friends in Texas a...Bonnie, I am a friend of Tara's friends in Texas and also an Arkansan. Your family has been in our prayers. I lost my dad at a young age and I am familiar with the struggles a family goes through after a tragic death. I am so sorry for your loss and pray that God continues to give you peace and to surround you with precious friends and family.The Charton'shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14973690853888084452noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-86324344936944814492009-01-26T09:34:00.000-06:002009-01-26T09:34:00.000-06:00Bonnie,I am so sorry that you are having to go thr...Bonnie,<BR/><BR/>I am so sorry that you are having to go through this. Please know that you will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Caroline is a beautiful little girl!<BR/><BR/>Kelly (Allen) GradyThe Grady'shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16196213001999086934noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-69189488743392554382009-01-25T22:41:00.000-06:002009-01-25T22:41:00.000-06:00I am a close friend of Christye H. She said that s...I am a close friend of Christye H. She said that she shared some of my story with you. I will add you to my prayers. I remember there were days that I couldn't find it in me to pray. I didn't want to pray. I just wanted life to go back...to my normal. I am so thankful for those who carried me when I just couldn't do it. I Know that their prayers were there when I couldn't even begin to find the words to tell God about my broken heart. So, know that all these people who have promised to hold you and your daughter and baby in their prayers, will do so! <BR/>I also remember what it is like to be overwhelmed by people who offered to visit with me so I will give you my email. If you want to visit, feel free. I promise...I understand! <BR/>One thing I did was to get a journal. I wrote my hurts, my joys for the day (yes, there are joys like the smile of your daughter), my rambling thoughts, and memories of my husband. It was a great release and something for my children to read at some point. I recommend it hightly.<BR/>You have just been lifted up as I close this. <BR/>southdakota2410@sbcglobal.netTrinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04229015160186683264noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-3647356248010522312009-01-25T20:39:00.000-06:002009-01-25T20:39:00.000-06:00Hi Bonnie, I don't know if you remember me, but th...Hi Bonnie, I don't know if you remember me, but this is Melissa (Swan) Griggs. I taught at Holcomb when you were there doing your internship. I have been out of teaching for 6 years since I had my first child, but I am pretty sure that you were at Holcomb when I was there. I either was teaching K, 1st, or Title I reading at the time. A friend of mine sent your blog to me. I had heard about your husband's accident on the news but I didn't know that he was 'your' husband. Until I saw your blog, I didn't realize any of this. I can't imagine what you must be going through or how you're handling all of this. I just want you to know that I will continue to pray for you and your family. I was so sad to hear about Thomas on the news but I am even more sad when I learned that he was your husband. Your little Caroline is just precious. I've got 2 girls of my own. Please know that God will be with you and that you will have lots of people praying for you. Let me know if there is anything that i can ever do for you. I am still in Fayetteville. My email is MelissaSGriggs@aol.com if you need anything. <BR/>love,<BR/>MelissaMelissahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12456241031427666831noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-61428465151694500682009-01-24T17:12:00.000-06:002009-01-24T17:12:00.000-06:00Hi Bonnie, I know that you have a ton of these thi...Hi Bonnie, I know that you have a ton of these things to read, but I too have been praying for you since my friend from high school, Leah (Evan)Smith posted about your husbands accident. My heart is breaking for you and your precious little children. <BR/>May God continue to comfort you,<BR/>Beth MungerBethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17727503029210416328noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-76880335821125025062009-01-24T12:15:00.000-06:002009-01-24T12:15:00.000-06:00Bonnie ~ Not sure how I found your blog - clicking...Bonnie ~ Not sure how I found your blog - clicking on one and then another, then another...but I feel God led me to you. I am so deeply sorry for your loss, I can't even imagine. Please know you and your sweet Caroline and baby will be in my thoughts and prayers. Your are in my heart.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-12083222517211643972009-01-24T09:39:00.000-06:002009-01-24T09:39:00.000-06:00Bonnie,So many women are gaining strength through ...Bonnie,<BR/>So many women are gaining strength through you. You, just like Thomas, are a blessing from God. Through your tear-filled eyes we too are learning to cope. We are learning to cope without Thomas, we are learning to cope with the struggles we each face every day and most importantly we are learning we need God, our Lord to cope throughout our live.<BR/>Bless you, Caroline and Baby.<BR/>Much love and prayers,<BR/>Sherrie (Mason's mom)Sherriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00175229914330944573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-34012379852516316942009-01-24T09:11:00.000-06:002009-01-24T09:11:00.000-06:00Bonnie,I go to Sharon's blog everyday so that I ca...Bonnie,<BR/><BR/>I go to Sharon's blog everyday so that I can connect to yours. It is a harsh reminder of how precious life is. I think and pray for you every single day...often several times a day. You have made such an impact on so many people that you don't even know.<BR/><BR/>God bless you. <BR/><BR/>BetsyMahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06602620118259805903noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-69631297071241709072009-01-23T21:31:00.000-06:002009-01-23T21:31:00.000-06:00I just came across your blog tonight. I have sat h...I just came across your blog tonight. I have sat here and read your last few entries as tears have poured down my face. Please know that you will be in my prayers. Continue to lean on God he will always be your strength when you do not have enough. Love and Prayers your way from Little Rock!Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05819159914763048431noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-20771475185708642642009-01-23T19:25:00.000-06:002009-01-23T19:25:00.000-06:00I know exactly what you mean about that "smile". S...I know exactly what you mean about that "smile". Since my brother died suddenly Feb. 20th of last year, I feel like I have experienced that "smile" A LOT. It gets easier to genuinely smile but it's still hard. I know your whole world has changed and I'm sorry that you have to go through this. It's not fair. I've had many conversations with God since last year because I didn't understand why he would take my brother when there are so many bad people in this world. But I guess God only wants the best. I hope that you feel peace and comfort that Thomas is safe in Heaven. May you continue to have prayers sent to Heaven for you.Andolicioushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18348394302183821930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-70485204207468274712009-01-23T18:29:00.000-06:002009-01-23T18:29:00.000-06:00I came across your blog and just wanted to say I'm...I came across your blog and just wanted to say I'm praying for you and your sweet babies. I'm so glad you take comfort in God and know he's in control of it all.3LittleByrdshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03692093957494288443noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-35717809131323737252009-01-23T18:19:00.000-06:002009-01-23T18:19:00.000-06:00I don't know how I stumbled to your site, but I wa...I don't know how I stumbled to your site, but I wanted to share a friend's blog with you.<BR/>She lost her husband when she was 8 months pregnant with their first baby...maybe you can get in touch with her...<BR/>www.holdentracks.blogspot.com<BR/>I am praying for you and your beautiful familySarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12487216236220020325noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-6948585927005160352009-01-23T17:43:00.000-06:002009-01-23T17:43:00.000-06:00We continue to pray for you, Caroline, and your li...We continue to pray for you, Caroline, and your little blessing. Although I personally did not have the privilege of meeting Thomas, i look foward to meeting him in Heaven. Your faith in Christ and His grace in your life is a real blessing for us to witness. May He continue to shower you with His grace and love.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-66608115454984176002009-01-23T15:55:00.000-06:002009-01-23T15:55:00.000-06:00We have never met, But I am praying for you, and a...We have never met, But I am praying for you, and asking the Lord to show himself BIG to you. We serve a big God, who is FAITHFUL. And asking him to surround you today with His peace, and joy!<BR/><BR/>www.simplyheidi.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7753153996395346342.post-79093477967243027762009-01-23T14:44:00.000-06:002009-01-23T14:44:00.000-06:00I think of you and little Caroline and baby on the...I think of you and little Caroline and baby on the way every day, and hope you will find peace and happiness again one day!Tardevilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12415443004772031661noreply@blogger.com