tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-816605086418609156.post1775587179998888673..comments2023-03-30T17:09:18.565-07:00Comments on Our Family Faith Walk: Ember's StoryKarenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03372544720396649429noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-816605086418609156.post-17265088070442258572013-05-07T17:44:06.246-07:002013-05-07T17:44:06.246-07:00How can I thank you enough for loving our girl whi...How can I thank you enough for loving our girl while she was yours in heart until she became ours? I will never know the 'why' of this, but I am eternally grateful for your willing part of loving her, despite the cost. <br />I'm so glad you found my blog about Clara (her adopted name) and feel free to share it with your family and friends so they too will know she was cherished every single day of her life. We miss her so much and are so blessed be her family.<br />simplytamik.wordpress.comSimplyTamiKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07727462153314249212noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-816605086418609156.post-85562093338353116582012-08-14T16:38:27.753-07:002012-08-14T16:38:27.753-07:00I am Josh's mother and Karen's mother in l...I am Josh's mother and Karen's mother in law and over time I have caught myself asking God, when it would be their turn for blessings. They have been seeking God every step of the way, trying to live their lives to bring Him glory. We have watched them walk through heartache after heartache and also walked through it with them. I would look around and see so many families being blessed with precious healthy babies.I am so happy for them but at the same time sad for Josh and Karen, Jake and Eisley. There are some families who do not even want these little ones. Others who abuse these sweet children. <br />I know Josh and Karen have been blessed so much already, anyone who meets Jake or Eisley know that. We all are so, so so blessed to have them in our lives. We are so thankful for them and the joy that they have brought in all of our lives. They also have been blessed in so many other ways but God has been revealing to me that the blessings that Josh and Karen are receiving right now are the blessings that come when they walk through these heartaches and trials and seek God with all their hearts as they walk through very difficult times. He is doing a work in their lives that only could be achieved as they walk with Him. The people that have come to know God by watching them walk this path is an eternal blessing. Those who have decided to look at the priorities in their own lives and live fully for God, as a result of watching Josh and Karen, is an eternal blessing. Wow God! That is quite amazing! I will praise God for the work that He is doing and continues to do in their lives. And I will thank Him for these amazing blessings as we watch them unfold and for the blessings to come.<br /> Josh and Karen, Jake and Eisley <br /> I love you so much, Mom and Nana :)Robinnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-816605086418609156.post-33378084045212267792012-08-14T16:18:38.330-07:002012-08-14T16:18:38.330-07:00What a blessing you are to Ember, Kim, and the fos...What a blessing you are to Ember, Kim, and the foster parents. My cousin was a foster mom 30 years ago to a little boy with Ember's prognosis. They love him immensely. He is waiting for them in eternity...What a family reunion for all of us who have babies that have gone before us. Enjoy Ember....she is giving you precious memories that many of us will never know. Carolyn KrupnikCeekay-THINKIN of HOMEhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15111241316745923019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-816605086418609156.post-12983870827694529992012-08-14T14:36:08.412-07:002012-08-14T14:36:08.412-07:00Karen,
I cried quite a bit reading your post. Wha...Karen, <br />I cried quite a bit reading your post. What a beautiful story, even through all the heart break! I always pray for you and your family! God is so good and you and your family are a wonderful family who's obedient to his will. You are great role models to me! Ember Rose was never meant to be your baby, God just needed you there to help her birth mother through these very hard days, for her to hear the good news of our Lord, and for Ember to find her forever family who might not have found her without you!<br />I'm sending you much love and hugs and hope that one day, we'll get to meet up!<br />MarionMnMnbaby2behttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07566418915879353622noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-816605086418609156.post-27514862887177721672012-08-14T11:09:48.135-07:002012-08-14T11:09:48.135-07:00I just finished reading the Harrison's blog ab...I just finished reading the Harrison's blog about Ember Rose. While reading what this precious couple has been walking thru I am struck with conviction. Maybe you are too. <br /><br />We go about our lives, often so unaware of the pain others are walking in. We complain about lack of money, time, energy, our jobs or lack there of. We complain about the cost of gasoline, our neighbors barking dogs, or the dirtyness of our home.<br />We complain about unfair treatment of ourselves at the hands of people we THINK should have treated US differently!<br /><br /> I, myself, am so guilty of getting caught up in the mundane activities that really DONT MATTER in the big picture of eternity. I find myself shrinking in His presence and crying "God, forgive me!" "Forgive me for thinking so highly of myself, that I feel indignant at times even by what I feel is unfair treatment at YOUR hands." Unfair treatment being "but, I asked for..., I really need ... but You haven't answered MY prayer. Why?"<br /><br />God owes us nothing, yet He has given us so much! <br /><br />Have you received His free gift of Everlasting life? Peace, which passes understanding ? Unspeakable Joy deep in your spirit?<br /><br />Look around. Do you have a roof over your head? Did you step into a warm shower today? Do you have a hole in your backyard filled w/15,000 gallons of water, while others across the world walk for days to fill containers with dirty water for drinking? Do you turn on a box and get 'entertained' every day by overpaid individuals called 'stars'? They aren't 'stars'! <br /><br />The true 'stars' are folks like Josh and Karen who continue to trust God in the face of such pain and loss! This birth mother who only wants the best for her child. This Christian foster family so willing to take Ember as their own, for an undetermined length of time KNOWING it's going to end in tears and a broken heart! THESE ARE THE STARS OF THIS LIFE!<br /><br />Did you, like me, reach into a refrigerated box and pull out a whole gallon of ice cold milk, pour it over cereal, then dump the excess down the drain?; and then allowed that precious water to run down the sink while you cleaned your teeth with a brush AND toothepaste?<br /><br />Are your children physically healthy? Did they eat today? Did you drive them to school in an air-conditioned vehicle? <br /><br />The list goes on and may look different for all of us, but we are ALL blessed none-the-less!<br /><br />We are so blessed! Beyond measure!<br /><br />Karen and Josh, you have brought the Kingdom of God to a very real place and caused many, like myself, to cry out for His forgiveness at my selfishness! Thank you for being such amazing examples of Christ's love once again! <br /><br />(While reading this I realize I sound as if I am pointing fingers. I only want to let you into my private thoughts of 'conviction' as I ask<br />God's forgiveness, realizing I often take so much for granted! Let me know if you relate.)rhonda bagleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13752132197542684019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-816605086418609156.post-91395175920799887942012-08-14T10:35:22.360-07:002012-08-14T10:35:22.360-07:00I am so blessed by your faith, honesty, and love. ...I am so blessed by your faith, honesty, and love. You move my heart.<br />Sharon Phelpsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-816605086418609156.post-68328913556626256752012-08-14T07:31:08.973-07:002012-08-14T07:31:08.973-07:00I agree with Cindy!I also believe it is important ...I agree with Cindy!I also believe it is important that people know that your love for Ember is so deep, but your love for God is even deeper and your desire to follow Him and do what He ask is means so much more. I have known alot of families with alot of love. But your young family not only has an over abundance of love, but a true desire to please God. With that, amazing things are going to pour out over you and your family.You have been through so much hurt, but your blessings are going to out way your hurts in the end. You and your little family are so amazing and are so loved. I often times wish I lived closer so I could just hold you and remind you as I know your parents do, what a good job you're doing and what a GREAT example you are sitting for your children and any one else around you!!!!!!! God is good and He always keeps His promises. Hold tight to that, and I know you know He is walking through all of this with you. Thanks for listen to God and following Him no matter how much it hurts. You and your family are a shining light for the Lord. You are being what we are all called to be. The rainbow was His reminder that He keeps His promises. Hold tight sweet girl, the best is yet to come. Your love for all involved is a true gift from God. You are so loved, thank you so much for being so raw and sharing your journey!! Love you more than you know!! BIG HUGS to you. Love and prayers always,TammiAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-816605086418609156.post-85602288991139625842012-08-14T05:52:17.087-07:002012-08-14T05:52:17.087-07:00What a difficult and beautiful journey. I am so gl...What a difficult and beautiful journey. I am so glad that the Lord has provided a home for Ember which is best for her and best for your family. May our Lord continue to guide, comfort, and sustain all of you as the roller coaster ride continues and the mystery of HIs plan continues to unfold. Roxannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05318407782893520726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-816605086418609156.post-87405013923573037212012-08-14T04:30:38.250-07:002012-08-14T04:30:38.250-07:00As I sit here now in Michigan, I can't help be...As I sit here now in Michigan, I can't help being touched by your story. We never know what the Lord has planned for our lives, but it is clear to me you have followed His will. If you could have a book published about this story, I believe it could bring so many more people to the Lord. I'm not saying I know the Lords will, but as you know, He has a reason for everything. Carol and I will continue to pray for your family, Ember and Kim, along with the foster family. God is truly working through you. Looking forward to seeing you soon.<br />David Koknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-816605086418609156.post-15318792386046860252012-08-14T01:16:42.247-07:002012-08-14T01:16:42.247-07:00I truly believe God saw your hearts and willingnes...I truly believe God saw your hearts and willingness to be obedient to Him, so He then released you from that, and blessed your decision to not keep her by providing a wonderful family that can love Ember. Your love for her has shown so many people what God's love really looks like in everyday, really difficult situations. You won't know all of the impact you have had on others until you get to heaven, but from what little I have seen....it is amazing! Love you ♥ gramma Cindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01430897949469130487noreply@blogger.com