Thank you and continue to pray… we can feel it!!

March 24th, 2009

Well, it has been quite a while since I have been able to post, and I am not sure what to say but I will give it a go.  The first thing that comes to mind is I will never be able to say thank you enough times in my lifetime to each of you.  I have been overwhelmed with the love from emails, notes, prayers, visits, and just your support.  Thank you!  God is over and over again revealing to me His strength not mine, His strength not mine.

It is great to be back at home after a long stay in the hospital and then to be put back in until yesterday,we hope we are here to stay!  Please do continue to pray that my body would heal, there is still some unwanted material in my uterus, but hopefully my body can rid itself of it, rather than any more surgery.  I guess I am just ready for my body to be in a little more normal state.  But I feel much better, just working on hemoglobin going up more and more, and staying away from any temperature.

I look forward to looking back  at the video and pictures from the memorial service just to be reminded of what a celebration, and healing thing that was and will be, because I wasn’t completely all with it on Friday for sure.  I hope it was good for each one of you as well, we know there are so many of you that are fighting right alongside of us and are experiencing this as well.

This is a crazy difficult time, but again God’s glory is magnified, and he is so much greater than we could imagine.  I do want to take a minute to explain to you what an incredible husband I have, and how his love for me has been irreplaceable, he has been right by my side, doing everything possible to make me comfortable, and never complaining a bit.  I have seen his lip quiver in holding back tears, as he held one of the babies, and just his love pouring out to me and the babies.He has been calming when I have been scared.   I have seen him hold me up when I was unable to hold myself up.  He has been a rock!

I hope to continue to write my thoughts and what is going on in my heart…I know right now I am focused on physically getting better! We love you guys, and WE WILL RUN THIS RACE… PRESSING FORWARD…GOD IS GOOD.


39 Responses to “Thank you and continue to pray… we can feel it!!”

  1. Fran Shepard on March 24, 2009 3:40 pm

    I can’t help but to finish your statement “GOD IS GOOD”…”ALL THE TIME”

  2. tristan imel on March 24, 2009 4:39 pm

    Praying for your body to heal, hun.
    Praying that you continue to feel God’s love & peace surround you.
    Your hubby is the bomb :)

  3. Amber on March 24, 2009 4:55 pm

    Praying for peace, grace, healing, comfort and much more. ((((((hugs)))))))… what a beautiful post. Its so amazing to watch couples go through unbearable circumstances and come out stronger. That is truly a miracle.

  4. Dawn Epps on March 24, 2009 5:37 pm

    God is working in your life & it is awesome to see the witness that you & Allen are. God Bless you both.

  5. Aly Greer on March 24, 2009 6:03 pm

    ya’ll are an amazing example of how to glorify God in all situations- and that has a huge impact on everyone that hears your story. you encourage and challenge all of us to do the same.
    I have a lot of people praying for ya’ll here in Nashville- much love and blessings!

  6. Mary Paul on March 24, 2009 6:06 pm

    I am so glad to hear from you! You are right! Allen is such an awesome man who is married to an awesome woman! We love you both!
    Take care! We are here for you!

  7. JustMeMJ on March 24, 2009 6:22 pm

    Thoughts & prayers to you and your family as you continue to heal physically. Praying also that God’s love continues to envelop you always.

  8. Mandy on March 24, 2009 6:40 pm

    Just wanted you to know how you both have been a blessing to us. God has truly been glorified through you. My family loves you and cares for you so much. You are like family to us! We pray for you continuously throughout the day and ask God to give you healing, peace, and love that only He can give. We pray you feel his arms wrapped around you both.

    Love,
    Mandy

  9. kristen on March 24, 2009 7:40 pm

    it’s good to hear from you, courtney. you are both still in my prayers.

  10. Katie Armstrong on March 24, 2009 8:08 pm

    I am so happy to hear you are at home and feeling better. I will continue to pray for you and Alan. I am sure great things will be coming your way. You both deserve it!!!!

  11. Em on March 24, 2009 9:06 pm

    Still praying for you!

  12. Tricia Wilson on March 24, 2009 9:58 pm

    Wow, you both are amazing and your witness for our Lord is unbelievable!!! As I said in a previous post, I do not know you two personally, but as a sister in Christ, my heart pours out for you!! My prayers are with you all daily! May God wrap his loving arms around you!! You are both rocks and I am blessed to have read your story!
    Love and prayers!
    Tricia

  13. linda scott on March 25, 2009 5:47 am

    Courtney, have been praying for you all the time, and am still praying for your physical recovery right now. Have been able to keep up with you through Becky and the website. It’s wonderful to see your faith in God. Keep giving him all your concerns.
    And Allen must be a wonderful man.

  14. melissa on March 25, 2009 7:47 am

    Courtney,
    I love you and Allen more than you could know. You both have been such an amazing encouragement to me over the past few weeks. I’m praying for you both daily, and know that if you need anything, anything at all, I’ll be here!

  15. crumbsonmyfloor on March 25, 2009 8:47 am

    Take care and rest.

    Amy

  16. Susan Carpenter on March 25, 2009 8:58 am

    Courtney,
    Your post brought tears to my eyes. I can’t wait to visit with you when you feel like company. You and Allan are truly remarkable young people and I am proud to know you!
    Much love to you!

  17. DEANE HINES on March 25, 2009 9:30 am

    Courtney and Alan,you are in my prayers..Courtney,your faith amazed me during your days in the youth group,on mission trips…but oh how wonderful your walk with GOD has been during thi. s extemely devastating time in your lives!!I continue to pray for you and Alan..also your mom and elizabeth and Billy..GOD IS GOOD ALL THE TIME!!! Love to you!!!! Deane Hines
    .

  18. Laura Christy on March 25, 2009 11:00 am

    Courtney,
    I don’t have your personal email but I wanted to tell you how precious the memorial service for the babies was. God used Dustin and the other guys in a powerful way and His Word will accomplish His purposes. You are in my prayers and heart. Let me know how I can help you. Give Allen a hug from me for loving you so well.
    Laura

  19. Tiffany Coker on March 25, 2009 11:58 am

    We love you, and you guys are still in our prayers!! So glad you are getting better: ) Love you: )

  20. Dee (Ayscue) Rich on March 25, 2009 12:31 pm

    Allen and Courtney, I have not seen you in a long time but you have been in my thoughts and prayers. We shared your story with our church in Arizona. Many people are praying for you way out here:) We love you!

  21. Anne Smith on March 25, 2009 1:51 pm

    So glad to hear you are home at last! We are still praying for y’all – thank you for the updates!

  22. Bonita Greiner on March 25, 2009 1:52 pm

    don’t know you personally, but I’ve cried ‘ with ‘you and am so touched by your most recent post. I’ll continue praying for you.

  23. Amy McClimon O'Shields on March 25, 2009 4:00 pm

    You guys are amazing and very strong people. We will continue to pray for you all and we love you all!

  24. Stephanie Patterson Ryals on March 25, 2009 7:35 pm

    Courtney,
    I have never had the pleasure of meeting you. I did go to high school with Allen and he was a great guy then and it sounds like he still is. I am not a very religious person but your strength to still love God after all that you have been thru is absolutely amazing to me. I have cried for you and Allen and you both have been in my thoughts constantly. Your babies have had more meaning in their short precious lives than many grown adults do. I thank you for sharing your story. Please know that I am hoping for your speedy recovery! Good Luck and you both will remain in my thoughts.

  25. Vanessa Brown on March 25, 2009 9:09 pm

    We have been praying for you guys and will continue to do so.

  26. Kelly Childress on March 25, 2009 9:33 pm

    You guys continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Even dreamed about y’all last night! Our hearts are with you and encouraged by your spirit.
    With love,
    Kelly & John Childress

  27. Liz on March 25, 2009 9:49 pm

    I Praise God for your witness. your marriage is reflecting such a beautiful picture of Christ during this time.

  28. lindsey wise on March 25, 2009 11:50 pm

    what an encouragement. our god is good. what an inspiration it is to see y’all walk towards jesus because of who you are in him and keeping your eyes fixed on HIM and not your circumstances. you’re so loved by our savior. praying for physical healing and the healing that comes from him alone as you grieve and celebrate jesus. love you

  29. Ross on March 26, 2009 12:20 am

    It has really been encouraging to see the reflection of God’s work in your lives. God truly is good, and I’m keeping the both of you in my prayer.

  30. Judy McCauley on March 26, 2009 11:08 am

    Courtney, you are in my daily prayers. I now pray for your physical healing and healing of your and Allen’s heart. Your strong faith is an inspiration and I pray that God will bless you both in a special way.

  31. marie on March 26, 2009 11:27 am

    Your both an amazing testimony of faith….God Bless you!
    Prayers for healing and peace……

  32. Kelly on March 26, 2009 12:14 pm

    Court, your quick physical recovery is a top priority on my prayer list….You are precious in HIS sight and I know He will continue to heal you and Alan…sending you much love.

  33. Cristina on March 26, 2009 12:35 pm

    I found your blog through Kelly’s Korner and I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. My family and I are praying for you, your husband and your precious angels.

  34. Jennifer on March 26, 2009 2:20 pm

    praying for your strength and recovery. I hope others will be as much as an encouragement to you as you have been to all of us. praise god in the good times and bad. amen!

  35. Allison Hiott on March 26, 2009 2:54 pm

    What an inspiration you have been to us all. Your stegnth and courage amazes me. May God bless you both and wrap his loving arms around you.

  36. Claire on March 26, 2009 2:57 pm

    Still praying. God bless you, sweetheart!

    Cxx

  37. Laurie in Ca. on March 27, 2009 12:18 am

    Thinking about you tonight and want you to know I continue to pray for you. Praying for strength, grace and healing as you walk this road of healing, hand in hand with the Lord. May you feel Him moment by moment, holding and loving you for your faithfulness.

    Love and Hugs, Laurie

  38. Zsera on March 27, 2009 8:34 pm

    Still praying for you. Your positive outlook continues to amaze me. You are an amazing woman. Keep your head up. You are an inspiration to many!

  39. Sandra on March 28, 2009 10:01 am

    You and Allen and the community you have around you is inspirational. I am so glad to read your words and hear that you and Allen were able to come through this together and stronger. I am keeping you in my thoughts and sending you much healing energy.

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