Friday, November 10, 2006
Learning to be cared for
As each day comes, I cherish the moments when Amy looks at me and smiles…or she wraps her arms around my neck when I help her stand and I get to hold her close; hugging her tightly, I kiss her neck…or when I walk into the room and she raises her head and says ‘Hey, you!’. Suddenly every argument seems trivial… every harsh word, angry outburst and spiteful deed, shaming. Did it really matter? No…Love matters! It’s almost frightening to get to this point in our lives…in this journey…and realize that the depth and richness of my love for Amy can cause me pain. I love her SO much that it hurts me to see her hurt.
2 Corinthians 1:4 - Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.
When one of my children’s feelings gets hurt, I tell them they are special. When one of them gets injured, I do whatever it takes to make them feel better. When one of them is afraid, I won’t go to sleep until I know they feel secure.
I’m not a hero…I’m a parent. When a child hurts, a parent does what comes naturally, they help…
Why then is it that I don’t let my Father do for me what I am more than willing to do for my own children?
I’m learning…being a father is teaching me that when I’m criticized, injured or afraid, there is a Father who is ready to comfort me. There is a Father who will hold me until I’m better, help me until I can live with the hurt and who won’t go to sleep when I’m afraid of waking up and seeing the dark…ever.
This is Amy's story as seen and told by me – V
2 Corinthians 1:4 - Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.
When one of my children’s feelings gets hurt, I tell them they are special. When one of them gets injured, I do whatever it takes to make them feel better. When one of them is afraid, I won’t go to sleep until I know they feel secure.
I’m not a hero…I’m a parent. When a child hurts, a parent does what comes naturally, they help…
Why then is it that I don’t let my Father do for me what I am more than willing to do for my own children?
I’m learning…being a father is teaching me that when I’m criticized, injured or afraid, there is a Father who is ready to comfort me. There is a Father who will hold me until I’m better, help me until I can live with the hurt and who won’t go to sleep when I’m afraid of waking up and seeing the dark…ever.
This is Amy's story as seen and told by me – V
# posted by Vince @ 11:11 PM 
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My prayers are with you guys ... you are so special in so many ways, each and every member of the Howard family. Brittany and Trevor, you guys hang in there, you have some youth leaders that love you lots!!! Trevor, I'm givin' you a hug on Sunday whether you want one or not, so watch out ;)
Jeremiah 29:11 - For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope, and a future.
Our prayers are for his great and mighty will to be done with faith that He will hold you, carry you, and bring you all through it shining in the joy of His love and peace.
Jaime S.
The one who DON'T WEAR PINK! :)
Jeremiah 29:11 - For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope, and a future.
Our prayers are for his great and mighty will to be done with faith that He will hold you, carry you, and bring you all through it shining in the joy of His love and peace.
Jaime S.
The one who DON'T WEAR PINK! :)
Vince, Amy and Family,
We love you guys so much! It is really heartbreaking to see this happening to you and your family. Something of this magnitude does not just affect one person in that family--it affects them all! You are all so strong and your faith is even stonger! Rest assured Amy's journey has touched more people than you will ever know! People all over Baraboo and beyond are praying for your entire family. Just reading the blogs on a daily basis brings to light everyone's frailty in this world and that we are only passing through this world to one so much more magnificent than anyone could ever imagine!
Vince, your tender, loving care of your beautiful Amy is a tetimony to your faith, your family, and to the whole institute of marriage! I stand up and applaud you!
Know that we are wrapping our loving arms around you now and every day. We are praying for you and your family and know that the loving arms of the Lord are always around you and Amy and the kids. Remember the footprints in the sand poem where the Lord is keeping you all in the palm of His hand! Lean on Him continually!
We love you!
We love you guys so much! It is really heartbreaking to see this happening to you and your family. Something of this magnitude does not just affect one person in that family--it affects them all! You are all so strong and your faith is even stonger! Rest assured Amy's journey has touched more people than you will ever know! People all over Baraboo and beyond are praying for your entire family. Just reading the blogs on a daily basis brings to light everyone's frailty in this world and that we are only passing through this world to one so much more magnificent than anyone could ever imagine!
Vince, your tender, loving care of your beautiful Amy is a tetimony to your faith, your family, and to the whole institute of marriage! I stand up and applaud you!
Know that we are wrapping our loving arms around you now and every day. We are praying for you and your family and know that the loving arms of the Lord are always around you and Amy and the kids. Remember the footprints in the sand poem where the Lord is keeping you all in the palm of His hand! Lean on Him continually!
We love you!
# posted by 
: 3:22 PM, November 11, 2006
: 3:22 PM, November 11, 2006
hey guys just wanted you all to know that we are and have been praying for you daily, through this time in your life. Trevor, hold on to your faith, and rememeber that Josh and I love you and are here for you if you need us.
Liz Tomlinson
Liz Tomlinson
# posted by : 9:29 PM, November 11, 2006
: 9:29 PM, November 11, 2006
Dear Amy and Vince,
May you be inspired and may you be enlighten by the promises of God who gives them to by Grace.
Remember that Faith is are positive response (believing) to what God has already done for us by Grace.
Prov.4:20 My son, pay attention to what I say, listen closely to my words, Do not let them out of your sight, keep them within your heart, for they are life to those who fine them and health to a man's whole body.
This verse is telling us that His word brings life to our bodies. Scripture tells us to put His word into are Hearts...for out of the heart the mouth speaks. This verse continues to tell us,.... Above all else guard your heart. Don't let the world control your heart by what it tells you. He has given us power to overcome the world.
Prov. 3:5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding, in all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight.
Prov. 2:9 Then you will understand what is right and just and fair, every good path. For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul.
Take His words to Heart and forget everything else that the world (doctors) has told you.
Jerem. 33:3 Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.....6 Neverthe less, I will bring health and healing to it...
In Grace
May you be inspired and may you be enlighten by the promises of God who gives them to by Grace.
Remember that Faith is are positive response (believing) to what God has already done for us by Grace.
Prov.4:20 My son, pay attention to what I say, listen closely to my words, Do not let them out of your sight, keep them within your heart, for they are life to those who fine them and health to a man's whole body.
This verse is telling us that His word brings life to our bodies. Scripture tells us to put His word into are Hearts...for out of the heart the mouth speaks. This verse continues to tell us,.... Above all else guard your heart. Don't let the world control your heart by what it tells you. He has given us power to overcome the world.
Prov. 3:5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding, in all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight.
Prov. 2:9 Then you will understand what is right and just and fair, every good path. For wisdom will enter your heart, and knowledge will be pleasant to your soul.
Take His words to Heart and forget everything else that the world (doctors) has told you.
Jerem. 33:3 Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.....6 Neverthe less, I will bring health and healing to it...
In Grace
# posted by : 9:47 AM, November 12, 2006
: 9:47 AM, November 12, 2006
Vince and family,
I am so sorry for your loss on this day, Monday Nov. 13. Our prayers and monetary gifts all go to you and your family.
Know that we are all praying for you and your family and are hugging you all!
God Bless!
I am so sorry for your loss on this day, Monday Nov. 13. Our prayers and monetary gifts all go to you and your family.
Know that we are all praying for you and your family and are hugging you all!
God Bless!
# posted by : 12:56 PM, November 13, 2006
: 12:56 PM, November 13, 2006
Vince and Family,
We love you and will pray for Gods peace during this what must the hardest time in your life.
Dear God,
Please send your angels to comfort Vince, Britteny, Trevor,Vinny, and Hope at this time. Give them rest, help them to remeber all the fun, all the hugs, all the love that is Amy. Please help us, those who are here to help, know how best to serve this family.
Amen
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We love you and will pray for Gods peace during this what must the hardest time in your life.
Dear God,
Please send your angels to comfort Vince, Britteny, Trevor,Vinny, and Hope at this time. Give them rest, help them to remeber all the fun, all the hugs, all the love that is Amy. Please help us, those who are here to help, know how best to serve this family.
Amen
# posted by : 7:22 PM, November 13, 2006
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