tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post7080800746013941433..comments2023-11-11T00:44:20.900-08:00Comments on Bella's Blessings: November 24: It's good to have "a guy"...Bella's Blessingshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09372603162401786615noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-68127369590430563512010-11-27T01:22:32.394-08:002010-11-27T01:22:32.394-08:00Really enjoying your photos of Bella! Just spent ...Really enjoying your photos of Bella! Just spent some time with a very unhappy person who is hell bent on not changing that status. Honestly. I just don't understand it. <br />Tim and Ang - I'm thankful to have "met" you through Bella's journey. Blessings on both of you over the holiday season.<br />Kim from CAAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-55501298082374101292010-11-25T20:54:26.022-08:002010-11-25T20:54:26.022-08:00On this day that thanks is given...I have so much ...On this day that thanks is given...I have so much to be thankful for. More than I could have ever imagined. I am so thankful for Bella and what she has brought into my world and what she has taught me. I am thankful that I came across your blog and have gotten to know you and your family. I am thankful that you are still here writing...still teaching...still opening my eyes. I find that even what some would see as negatives...this year I find reasons to be thankful. Thank you Bella for that.<br /><br />Beautiful picture as always. That is a moment that every parent cherishes...being able to finally meet their child and hold them. Thank you for sharing. <br /><br />I love my "guy"...we need one with this house. A guy that does electric...one that does roofing...one that does brick work...one that does this and that. I love those guys. I am glad you have one too. There are just "those times" when you end up needing "a guy". <br /><br />Sending my love to all and sweet kisses to Ali.<br /><br />Denise WIDenisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13295097495507100702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-51443456244680528532010-11-25T19:41:54.104-08:002010-11-25T19:41:54.104-08:00Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. You...Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. You're right, many people expect their children to grow up. It's when you meet someone like Bella, or come close to losing your child that you realize different. Our children are a gift. They can be taken away at any time. I worried thru childhood diseases, them learning how to drive, dating, and then watching my child go off to war, twice. I was lucky. My child came home, but I grieve for the ones that didn't. I 've forgotten the faces of some of those and it makes me sad. I will always have the memories. So will you.<br />Love and prayersCarla Spradlinnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-46501096605825510362010-11-25T17:36:07.919-08:002010-11-25T17:36:07.919-08:00Happy Thanksgiving, Rinngold family!!! I'm pra...Happy Thanksgiving, Rinngold family!!! I'm praying for you on this special day of giving thanks. I loved the video that Tim posted on his Facebook...too cute! I'm thankful you captured it as well!<br /><br />Tim, you are such a talented writer! Your writings are making me become a better person. I'm working on chosing to be happy...this is a tough one for me, because sometimes its just easier for me to be, well...grouchy! Thanks for challenging me in my day to day life.<br /><br />Ali is such a beautiful little girl. I love the picture at the top of the post!<br /><br />The picture of Bella and Ang is priceless! This captures one of life's most precious moments and I'm sure you will treasure it forever. <br /><br />As always, thanks for sharing your family with the world!<br /><br />Megan from WVAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-70640877194598427952010-11-25T12:26:17.141-08:002010-11-25T12:26:17.141-08:00Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. One o...Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. One of the things I am grateful for this day is your blog and the thought-provoking comments that you include. Your comments the other day about introspection reminded me that I have slipped in that regard recently. Thank you for the reminder. It was much needed.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-28897249867121795032010-11-25T11:21:01.222-08:002010-11-25T11:21:01.222-08:00That picture of Bella and Ang is one of my favorit...That picture of Bella and Ang is one of my favorites of Bella yet. So beautiful.<br /><br />It makes a lot of sense that PTSD symptoms would be cropping up after that hospital experience. I've had some nightmares about my own NICU experiences and Ari was only there for nine days and was overall healthy!<br /><br />It really is amazing that you can process thoughts like this and type it all out for us, operating on maybe 1/4 of your usual brain power. I'm sure we will all be totally blown away when the time comes that you are back to full brain power!! ;)<br /><br />Happy Thanksgiving to all of you. Today, in Bella's memory, I am more grateful for my healthy child than anything else in this world.<br /><br />Best,<br />CaraAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04906360173298018328noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-90062485042664854242010-11-25T09:30:08.348-08:002010-11-25T09:30:08.348-08:00Love the picture of Bella and Mommy! It was even m...Love the picture of Bella and Mommy! It was even more meaningful having read the book!<br /><br />Also love that you all have "a GUY", we too have a guy and he is great for all those plubming needs.<br /><br />TinaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-61198188631429951922010-11-25T08:07:50.058-08:002010-11-25T08:07:50.058-08:00Hello-
I was doing some thinking about memories a...Hello-<br /><br />I was doing some thinking about memories and loved ones that have passed on. The mind is an amazing thing. One day you may not remember something, but then all of a sudden a smell, a picture or a feeling will put you right back in that moment. Our feelings for our loved ones never go away. I was dating my now husband for about six months when his Dad passed away. It was a difficult time as I am sure you are aware of. However, over the years, the good memories seem to overtake the sad ones most of the time. I think it is okay not to remember every specific moment. You and Ang will most likely continue to remember different things, and over time it will hopefully become a time to share those happy memories without the sadness you carry now.<br /><br />My family and I wish you a Happy Thanksgiving and thank you for giving and sharing so much of yourself everyday.<br /><br />God bless.<br /><br />Sarah and family<br />Chino Hills, CaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-64703981341282786682010-11-25T07:43:41.197-08:002010-11-25T07:43:41.197-08:00Happy Thanksgiving...I give thanks for getting to ...Happy Thanksgiving...I give thanks for getting to know "Mary's little brother" and his beautiful family! I am a day late on the aha moment...but today we are having "EB" eggs and I have never seen them before or heard of them until you told your EB egg story...<3 Praying for you all today!! Donna in NJAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-26303872621390321832010-11-25T07:41:47.355-08:002010-11-25T07:41:47.355-08:00Dear Tim, Ang and Ali: Happy Thanksgiving. Hope y...Dear Tim, Ang and Ali: Happy Thanksgiving. Hope you guys have a wonderful day. <br />Always thinking of your wonderful family and hoping each day gets a little bit better.<br />Love the pictures, as always!!!<br />Love and Peace. Love Leah's NanaLindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15650120957253451148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-42013686636689286822010-11-25T07:17:49.510-08:002010-11-25T07:17:49.510-08:00Love the picture of mommy and Bella, LOVE.IT!
Tra...Love the picture of mommy and Bella, LOVE.IT!<br /><br />Tracy<br />St. Peter, MN<br />btstuewe@msn.comTracyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08319865774688711959noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-82259386427168422802010-11-25T07:11:39.946-08:002010-11-25T07:11:39.946-08:00Happy Thanksgiving! What an incredibly beautiful ...Happy Thanksgiving! What an incredibly beautiful picture. This one really makes me cry. <br /><br />Diane<br />AlabamaJust Dianehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08113624845197503655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-32013569335700964142010-11-25T06:28:26.901-08:002010-11-25T06:28:26.901-08:00Happy Thanksgiving!! I realize this will be a sad...Happy Thanksgiving!! I realize this will be a sad day without Bella, but oh the blessings that sweet baby brought to all of us who "met" her by this blog. Prayers & sweet thoughts are sent to you from NCWanda Wilkinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13906339828027614897noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-44181638843714426332010-11-25T06:23:08.838-08:002010-11-25T06:23:08.838-08:00Happy Thanksgiving, Tim, Ang, and Ali,
I am so th...Happy Thanksgiving, Tim, Ang, and Ali,<br /><br />I am so thankful for you all and truly thankful for Bella and the life lessons she taught me while she graced our earthly plane. May God continue to bless you and all your family and friends!!<br /><br />Love you,<br />NeysaUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01607777629542289444noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-9864658008886084852010-11-25T03:19:29.608-08:002010-11-25T03:19:29.608-08:00That moment that you have captured in that pic is ...That moment that you have captured in that pic is one of the most beautiful memories we ever get to treasure, the first moments with our newborn child. No one knows what life will bring to the newborn child but there and then you only live in the moment creating the most unique bond. At least, that is how I feel (again of course not trying to tell YOU what YOU feel). Thanks for sharing a picture that brings back the most beautiful feelings in life for me. <br /><br />Maybe you will loose some of the memories of Bella due to time but what you never will loose are your feelings for her, how she made you feel when she was still around, what she means to you. And there will always be memories that stand out, that you will always carry with you. It might not be obvious why those particular memories stick with you but they will be beautiful treasures. That's at least how it works for me when I think back about loved ones that have passed away (even though no one of them have been close to me the way my children are).<br /><br />Lots of thoughts and care <br />Alexandra in AustraliaAlexandranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-11325374713185787272010-11-25T02:51:25.852-08:002010-11-25T02:51:25.852-08:00What an incredibly beautiful picture.What an incredibly beautiful picture.Jeni Mullenixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05216257227456439244noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-257209375427878024.post-1201832693352481042010-11-24T23:57:05.597-08:002010-11-24T23:57:05.597-08:00First of all I have to say how much I LOVE the pic...First of all I have to say how much I LOVE the picture of Bella tonight!!! Absolutely awesome!! Makes me cry...<br /><br />Thank you for your beautiful words tonight. You really made me think...and that is awesome! I'm sorry if anything I said on yesterdays post was upsetting. It's just that when you talk I feel like we are having a conversation and I just said what came to my mind. In NO WAY was I trying to be rude. You just get me thinking...<br /><br />I am going to work on my state of mind from now on...my...choosing to be happy or sad etc. I do know people who ALWAYS seem so happy regardless of what is going on in their life and I want to be like that. By no means am I sad all of the time but, I'm not happy all of the time and I can let it show. I'm making a conscious decision to exude happiness all of the time. It'll be interesting to see how it affects the people around me like my husband and children. I'm sure it will have a positive affect!! Thanks for the challenge. I'll let you know how its working.<br /><br />Lots of Love,<br />Amber, Craig, Malorie(2 1/2), and Liam(10 mos.)<br />The McLaughlin Family<br />Moreno Valley, CAThe McLaughlinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13131393449323517990noreply@blogger.com