tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post7256188804621823789..comments2024-02-26T08:02:05.002-05:00Comments on Nitty.Gritty.: All that glitters~Jodyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01338865463777681078noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-9532040106069279492013-04-11T09:37:21.406-04:002013-04-11T09:37:21.406-04:00In the earliest days of grieving for my daughter y...In the earliest days of grieving for my daughter you taught me that I would have joy again and that it is ok to talk about my girl always- even if it made people uncomfortable. Although I wish with all my heart I couldn't relate to your posts I'm so thankful that there are others who "know" and share about life and loss. What you are doing is comforting and strengthening others. Really I see it as a lack of courage in the people who can't deal with what you share- their problem, not yours. Keep furthering God's Kingdom! -TrinityAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-50104801796500977692012-10-18T20:50:34.827-04:002012-10-18T20:50:34.827-04:00Anyone who has ever lost a child definitely will u...Anyone who has ever lost a child definitely will understand that the loss changes, comes back at times, and that you will always, always have a part of them in your heart. Blog away to your heart's content or whenever you feel the need.<br />I have said before that through this process, and it has been 20 yrs for me with Paul, that you have to give people the grace to be ignorant. Love this post, as I am going through a moving process myself right now and feel many of the same things. Jan KlineAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-10712523463239038012012-10-18T08:54:09.606-04:002012-10-18T08:54:09.606-04:00You will never forget your beautiful daughter, nor...You will never forget your beautiful daughter, nor should you, Teagen is as much a part of your life as your other children. We can't close a door on memories. You have constant reminders of her and the accident that took her. I pray for you and your family in this difficult time. You and Chip need each other and the children need both of you. I know what it is like to question God's choosing, but I can not write or talk as eloquently as you do..you articulate your thoughts so beautifully.gaylehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06401673964510754005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-9542436981902354752012-10-18T07:14:06.726-04:002012-10-18T07:14:06.726-04:00I have read your blog for years now. You don'...I have read your blog for years now. You don't know me, but I feel like I know you. And only because of your raw honesty. I am a 57 yr. old mother of 4 and I find myself identifying with much of what you write about. I have not lost a child to death, but I have lost a child to the evil in this world. I hurt for you and I know that your honesty helps many people including me to understand and process trauma and the resulting sorrow. Please allow yourself to blog whatever is on your heart. With each and every word you speak about your precious Teagan, you give yourself a gift....She is never to be forgotten and you must know that it is all ok. She was yours and will forever be yours. I wish I could see your smile and her smile that beautiful day when you are reunited...<br />God bless youAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-26650044696966501382012-10-17T21:10:52.294-04:002012-10-17T21:10:52.294-04:00thinking of you and your beautiful teagan. I saw y...thinking of you and your beautiful teagan. I saw you on the Oprah show years ago and have never forgotten you and your strength. I know how their little clothes can bring tears to your eyes. I have saved most of both of my childrens clothing because I couldn't bear to part with it and have finally decided what to do with it all ...from their tiniest onesies to their current tshirts. I am going to make a keepsake quilt from it all, specifically a rag quilt that I saw on pinterest. Years ago (also on the Oprah show, btw, not sure if it was the same show you were on) I saw a show about women who lost their children in violent ways. In particular, one women lost both of her sons to violence by her ex husband. Her friends took everything from onesies to socks to cub scout uniforms to the outfits they wore when they came home from the hospital in and made her a quilt. It was the most touching and beautiful thing I've ever seen. Maybe you could do something similar with Teagan's things. it might be a beautiful way to keep her things close to your heart.<br /><br />Sorry if this is rambling but I immediately thought of this when you spoke of her clothes...and you are so creative and crafty:) There are alos many people you ccan hire to do the quilt for you as well. Just a thought...<br /><br />Sending many positive thoughts and well wishes to you and your family, Jodi!!<br /><br />Kimkimnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-592144108807084022012-10-17T21:07:48.590-04:002012-10-17T21:07:48.590-04:00praying for that miracle you need.
your writing is...praying for that miracle you need.<br />your writing is so raw and heart centered, I really love it. thank you for sharing your stories, they are so precious and you should never hold back writing about your daughter.Denisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07924823803872283321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-58030907995614799632012-10-17T18:27:15.016-04:002012-10-17T18:27:15.016-04:00Praying for you and your family. you have a beauti...Praying for you and your family. you have a beautiful mama's heart.Leahnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-51810367256728818852012-10-16T20:14:49.332-04:002012-10-16T20:14:49.332-04:00I just lost my mom a few weeks back and I am in th...I just lost my mom a few weeks back and I am in the middle of the grieving process for her. I have so many good solid memories of her and she lived a full life. Every day something comes up to remind me of her. Every.Single.Day! I have no scope of how losing my precious child would feel, but I think you are an awesome mama to Teagan and all of your children by honoring and remembering her. I pray this next part of your journey will become effortless and come to fruition soon. <br />Blessings! :)Kim H.http://www.kimhacking.typepad.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-31655000432926466002012-10-16T16:17:17.232-04:002012-10-16T16:17:17.232-04:00I can't imagine why anyone would chide you for...I can't imagine why anyone would chide you for remembering, writing, blogging or grieving about Teagan. You are her mama and she is your daughter. She was, is and always will be! Thinking of you in this time of transition. Andreanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-30916791384196330502012-10-15T22:07:25.825-04:002012-10-15T22:07:25.825-04:00I can't imagine who would chide you for writin...I can't imagine who would chide you for writing about Teagan, but my thoughts are that it's YOUR blog, she's YOUR daughter, and you have every right to share as much as you wish about her precious life and your grief at losing her! Thanks for sharing your faith journey once again - and for keeping it real. Can't wait to see what God is going to do next. God bless.jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15206673766454257184noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-61558875824484162712012-10-15T16:24:29.138-04:002012-10-15T16:24:29.138-04:00Beautiful! Keep remembering Teagan. Yes, we have...Beautiful! Keep remembering Teagan. Yes, we haven't seen the sun much in Michigan, but you could come back for a little while at least...No Caribou, but we have Biggby's....Lake Michigan, you just missed Art Prize, but I'm sure there would be fun. I get that it's hard taking the kids out of school though. I'll pray for you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-83846406626308054382012-10-15T16:16:48.616-04:002012-10-15T16:16:48.616-04:00You should never ever EVER apologize for blogging ...You should never ever EVER apologize for blogging about Teagan. It is not self pity or not "moving on" - it is remembering and reminding. Especially people like me who need reminding to be grateful every single day for what we have. I wish you could move here to Texas; I would give you my house! Blessings upon you and your family.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-18733763.post-5433266056713757042012-10-15T15:52:43.195-04:002012-10-15T15:52:43.195-04:00Thinking of you, Jody. There is so much stress wit...Thinking of you, Jody. There is so much stress with anything even remotely related to moving—that I can attest to. It will work out somehow, even if it isn't how you thought it would, though it isn't easy to let that feel comforting (believe me). Your writing about Teagan always, always resets me. <br /><br />Keep at it!Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01504459523187296232noreply@blogger.com