tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4843526988083008045.post3516081368118252598..comments2023-06-03T05:12:10.225-07:00Comments on Hope for Emma's Heart: It’s All About PerspectiveSarah Stewarthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16236036033792150049noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4843526988083008045.post-51531447676740973342013-04-12T07:13:03.948-07:002013-04-12T07:13:03.948-07:00Sarah, your words always touch my heart. Not only ...Sarah, your words always touch my heart. Not only because I have watched you & Scott from that first day meeting you in the wee morning hours in the CVICU "kitchen" when all of us moms were eating our breakfast and sharing our stories. Even though our babies share the same diagnosis, their journeys have been very different and I want you to know that Emma is a perfect "two" year old not only in God's eyes but in mine as well! We all love her just the way she is & I never have doubted that she is EXACTLY where God meant for her to be, a daughter to two of the strongest people I know! Heart Hugs mama!!!Janette Garzanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4843526988083008045.post-70182099688232772932013-04-09T14:45:04.552-07:002013-04-09T14:45:04.552-07:00My heart and prayers go out to you all. Emma is a ...My heart and prayers go out to you all. Emma is a unique and precious gift from God! Love her as such and don't let others try to put her in a box or compare her to "normalcy". What is normal anyway? God creates us all in a special way to honor Him. I see wonderful God moments occuring all around and in you in the blogs and pictures that are shared...and I'm sure there are many more that are not shared or seem to go unnoticed. God is doing amazing things in and through your precious Emma and though I have never walked in your shoes and do not know the struggles you face, I know our God does and He will never leave your side! Praying God's blessings continue to cover you and your family! Margo Warren Hayesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4843526988083008045.post-54421891981182921362013-04-09T09:07:55.015-07:002013-04-09T09:07:55.015-07:00"No trial has seized you except what is commo..."No trial has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful, he will not let you be tried beyond what you can bear. But when you are tried, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it." 1 Cor. 10:13<br />God knows you are the best parents Emma could have to help her. He will give you strength.<br />Malinda Patterson<br />Southwest C of CAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4843526988083008045.post-5218373763313444792013-04-09T06:04:01.145-07:002013-04-09T06:04:01.145-07:00Miss Sarah: In an odd way, your blog hit home for ...Miss Sarah: In an odd way, your blog hit home for me! I think all parents compare their children with other children, and I have been guilty of that lately. While our situations are different, we can both be thankful that God gave us the children we have so that we could parent them with the wisdom He gives. Thanks for reminding me of that! Emma's smile is the best! ~Allyson McElroy (Stacey's friend since PreK)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4843526988083008045.post-90044180438151510222013-04-09T02:19:57.203-07:002013-04-09T02:19:57.203-07:00Thank you for being so honest and open about your ...Thank you for being so honest and open about your life. God has given you a ministry to other families that are struggling and feeling "different". I truly believe that most families struggle, but most of them try to avoid being honest about their struggles. Few children have to go through what your precious Emma has gone through. Few parents have to watch their child suffer as much as Emma has. Knowing that Emma has more suffering in her future has to be SO hard on you. Through your tears and worries (yes, I believe that Christians worry and that God understands) you still "keep on keeping on" as you live a transparent life while keeping Emma's world as she needs it to be. If anyone ever had a right to have "post-traumatic stress", it is Emma. You, Scott and your families qualify, too. You all show Emma great respect and compassion by understanding that she simply can't handle certain situations at this time in her life. We know how hard it is to be the parents of children who are "different", physically, emotionally and/or behaviorally/developmentally. Though those children bring great blessings, as all children do, other people don't always get a chance to see who your children really are when they are in their home environment and aren't stressed. Many people understand some of what you are going through, though most won't be honest enough to share their feelings, as you have done so well. I would be happy to share more with you privately, but wanted to use this public forum to give you a pat on the back and an "atta girl" for being such a good steward of the beautiful blessing who is Emma. Thank you for sharing her and your little family with fellow strugglers. God has given you a ministry. You are being a good and faithful servant. He must be SO very proud of you and Scott! With great love, respect and admiration, Kathy GandyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4843526988083008045.post-20188775300030241882013-04-09T00:43:20.487-07:002013-04-09T00:43:20.487-07:00Our hearts, and thousands of others, accompany you...<br />Our hearts, and thousands of others, accompany you three on this amazing journey God has set before you. The way is steep and challenging, but the blessings you are sharing, often without realizing it, are a testimony that "God is, and He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him."<br /><br />Certainly God's love and His hope shine through every Miss Emma smile, blessing us all. And the devotion you two show for her is inspiring.<br /><br />You three are doing an amazing job.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4843526988083008045.post-70051020092555282512013-04-08T23:59:35.636-07:002013-04-08T23:59:35.636-07:00Sarah, I have read your blog many times over the l...Sarah, I have read your blog many times over the last year, I think the love and support that you always have for Emma is awesome. Keep your head up and know that I am here, in your corner, praying for you, your husband, Emma, and the rest of the family... xoxoGeorgina Meisnoreply@blogger.com