So we just found out this morning that Lily has decided to parent. Nate and my heart dropped as we heard the news. Not only are we confused by this outcome, but so is Elyse. Trying to tell a little girl that God wants us to wait a little longer for a brother and that Lily will not be around anymore, is a odd thing for her to comprehend right now. But as for us, we are trusting God, but we hurt so much inside. We have been praying and building a relationship with Lily and baby boy since FEBRUARY and with a blink of an eye, it's over. I did tell Lily today that Nate and I forgive her and that we are not mad at her, just need closure and then said our last goodbyes.
I guess I'm asking for prayer for a few things...
1. Strength, wisdom and encouragement from God for us
2. Lily as she becomes a mother of two at 19.
3. God would provide us a child soon(preferable a son since Elyse only knows of having a baby brother).
Feel free to call or stop by; we are in a need for support and prayer from you all right now. Words just can't express how we are feeling. We know God will provide, but since we can't see that light at the end of the tunnel, we feel like we're sitting still in the dark.
21 comments:
God does have a son & brother for your family. It is hard for us to understand it all but, his timing is perfect. We are here night or day for you and your family. Keep the faith & prayer are sent.
Jeramiah 29:11
Philippians 4:13
Love & Support
Mom xoxo
I am so sorry to hear this dear Natalie...I don't have the words to say that will bring comfort, but please know that Tyge and I love and are praying for you, Nate and Elyse daily during this difficult time. We trust, and I know you do too, that He will bring you a child in His perfect timing. I can't wait to meet your next child someday! And I pray for strength and peace for you and Nate and understanding for little Elyse as well. Please let me know if there is ANYTHING I can do. I love you!
Kate Blomberg
Oh Natalie... my heart hurts for you. I just found your blog and will bookmark it to keep updated. My husband and I miscarried our first a month ago, and though we FULLY trust and have seen the beauty of God's plans... it hurts. Praying for you... (ps- we live in Eagan! Maybe we could get together sometime?)
Anna (used-to-be-Ferguson)
Oh Natalie...I had no idea. Thanks for sharing your heart in this post and directing me to it. I will pray as you asked. God is with you, He is sovereign and loves you very much. Hugs!!
Natalie & Nate - I'm so sad for you all right now. I know how hard this has to be and my heart is breaking for you both...but God's will is perfect and He knows what is best. So hard to understand that right now and I'm praying that your tears of sorrow will soon turn to tears of joy for the baby that God will bring you!! Love you guys!!
Oh, my heart aches for you guys. I can't fathom the amount of pain and sorrow you're experiencing at this moment. Know that we continue to pray for the three of you and Lily and her family. There is a reason God brought you all together at this point in time. Keep believing that and hand your pain over to the Lord. I am confident that you guys left a HUGE fingerprint on that girl's life and that if nothing else God will use your presence and forgiveness as a healing testimony to her.
We love you and grieve this loss with you.
We're still praying for all that you asked for. We love you very much!
Natalie...I am so DEEPLY sorry for what has happened! We will pray that God would give you comfort and reassurance in this time of grief. In Isaiah, there is a passage that says, "Though the mountains be shaken and the hills be removed, yet my unfailing love for you will not be shaken, nor my covenant of peace be removed" says the LORD, who has compassion on you. We love you guys very much!
Still praying for all of you. Love, francie
Nate and Natalie,
we are so sorry. Our hearts are aching for you. We are sending you and Elyse hugs and love from here.
We are praying for you.
Praying for you all, God will provide the strength and support that you need! Hope to see you soon to give you a big hug!
Nate, Natalie, and Elyse... we are praying for your entire family. Praying that God would comfort, and provide you with a son very quickly. Elyse has some amazing parents and will learn so much as she sees you walk through this trial. My heart aches..we will be praying!!!!
No, no, no, no... this is not the news we've all been waiting for :0( I'm sure God has a plan, but my heart breaks for you over the loss of this baby boy. I hope he will know you and Nate in some way through the imprint you surely made on Lily, and that your hearts mend to be even stronger for the baby out there waiting to be yours. Many, many hugs and love to you.
We continuously pray for everything and everyone involved. We wish we were going to be around this week to have you guys over. Love you guys and will be lifting you up!
Oh Natalie . . . I'm so sorry for your loss. I will pray for your family and for that little boy. May his heart be ready to follow God passionatelyw someday.
Praying for you and your family during this tough time.
Christi Greenhalge Daum
I am so sorry for your loss. Today I have thought often about heaven and that joyous day when there will be no more tears, pain, or grief. All sorrow will slip away. Stay rooted in truth and scripture during this time. Satan will likely try to sneak in and twist around your thoughts and get you to doubt God. Our God is FAITHFUL. He has clearly called your family to adoption, and he will bless your obedience. Run to Him in all your honesty. Psalm 31, 57, 69, 86.
:( we are so sad for you guys.
So sad for you guys. We'll be praying.
My heart just hurts for you guys right now. I'm so sorry you have to go through this. I loved reading all the comments and encouraging words that others have had for you. I especially appreciated Robin's words, that God would turn your tears of sorrow into tears of joy. May it be so!! Keep clinging to the truth of scripture, as you already are. Praying God has something more joyous in store for you than you could even imagine right now.
Oh no, no, no!!! I was hoping to read your blog and find that all was well. i too believe that God is totally in control over our lives and the lives of others. HE will bring us through all our dark times and make them understandable. God is the Almighty and He is Everlasting. He is the only one that knows our present, future and what will be. God bless you all. Been pryaing for you. Your strenghth and love of our Savior will shine like beacons in the night. Love ya,
Letta and "B"
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