Spencer and I went into the hospital that Sunday morning thinking I was going into labor. We found out when we got there that both boys did not have heartbeats. A few days later, we found out that a common bacteria caused an infection in the placenta and the infection was then passed to the boys through the umbilical cords. A fluke thing. There was nothing we could have done or the doctor could have done, even if we had caught the infection early on.
In their short lives, our boys brought us so much joy and they will continue to do so in the years to come. We don't know why things like this happen, but we can all be reassured in knowing that God is in control and God is in ALL things. Everything that happens is all in His perfect plan. God loves us so much and when we hurt, He is right there hurting with us. Only God can give true peace of mind and comfort in trials that we go through.
We are so thankful for the overwhelming outpouring of love, support and prayers. We are so appreciative of the many cards, notes, flowers, text messages, calls, emails, facebook messages and the prayers. The prayers are what has kept us going and given us strength and peace. So, we sincerely thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
We will always miss our boys and are always forever thankful for the gift God gave us in them.
I love you Emily. You have such a sweet faithfulness in the Lord. Thank you for your encouragement to me through your blog about the boys. I will continue to pray for you. Love you!
ReplyDeleteSweet Emily! You are so faithful, I am so glad the Lord has given you peace. We will continue to pray for you and your family. God bless you for being such a witness for Him, you are truly an amazing woman. Please let us know if you need anything at all!
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I love you! Your new blog design is so cute!
ReplyDeleteEmily, you continue to be in our prayers!
ReplyDeleteI only met you a few times @ Baylor, so you might not remember me at all and that is fine. I just want you to know my husband and I have been praying for you guys!! So proud of the way you are handling it all and God loves you so much and will always be with you!!!!
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ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful tribute to your angels! You are such a special friend and God has given you and Spencer such courage and strength these past few weeks. May he continue to guide you to days of healing, love and continued faithfulness in his name. I love you friend and miss you so much - now more than ever! Please take good care of yourself and know you are thought of often by us. We will talk in the coming weeks! And the blog design and scripture is amazing! Love, Peg
Emily, just wanted to let you know that you are still in our prayers. You are right, you now have two sweet angels watching over you every minute of everyday. Your strength through all this is so encouraging. You are such a faithful servant. Love you!
ReplyDeleteEmily- I have been praying for you as soon as Britni asked our class to support you in prayer. My hurt aches for you and I continue to pray for God's prescence in your life, peace, understanding, and courage to face the days ahead. The hope is that you will see those sweet boys again some day.
ReplyDeleteEmily- this is just beautiful!- What a testimony you and Spencer and your families have been to soooo many people throughout this trial. your babies lives and your lives are reaching and touching MANY lives and the witness you are and the faith you display speaks volumes. I will continue to lift you up.
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Emily- thanks for sharing your story. Know that you continue to be in our prayers. I'm so amazed at your spirit and know that God will continue to provide all you need in the coming days.
ReplyDeleteYou're an amazing woman. It's wonderful to hear from you and where your heart is. I'm still praying for you, Spencer, and your families. Many blessings upon your heads and hearts as you continue to live each day.
ReplyDeleteI have been keeping up with you guys through your blog and was heartbroken to hear of your sweet boys. Our family has been praying for you and your husband. How wonderful that you have such an eternal perspective and a clear view on who our Heavenly Father is. Don't know if I would be that strong.
ReplyDeleteHope you had fun on your date day:)
Jerica
Emily, You have been on my mind the past couple of weeks, and I've been praying for you daily. Hang in there sweet girl. Betsy
ReplyDeleteThank You Lord for the strength, peace, and comfort that only You can give. Emily, truly both you and Spencer are Light in the darkness because the Light of the world lives big inside you. Yes, your little boys are spending eternity with Jesus and you will see them again and hold them close. I don't know if they'll be babies still or grown up, but you will hold them in your arms and they will welcome you into theirs. God bless you Emily. Pleae know that you and Spencer are so loved.
ReplyDeleteHang in there Emily! You seem to be so strong right now - you are definatley one to look up to! You guys are still in our prayers each day. God Bless..
ReplyDeleteheard your story through a friend, Sydney...Im praying for you and your hubby as your heart finds a way to heal. My sister has a story about her twins that is still happening...www.hisplannotmine.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteAll you mommas out there who have felt the same pain, can bond and find peace together...My heart is with yall! - whitney
Emily, My heart hurts so bad for you. I will continue to pray for you and Spencer. Much love to you.
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