Wednesday, December 29, 2010

Our Angel

I don't even know where to begin, other than just to say it.
Last night Amy and Bret welcomed their precious baby, Ella.
Only to relinquish her to the arms of a loving Heavenly Father a few hours later.

Our hearts are heavy.
Our eyes are wet.
A mother and father's arms are empty.

We know of a plan.
A Plan of Happiness given to us by our dear Father in Heaven.
It gives us comfort to know that she belongs to an eternal family.
But still we ache with shed and unshed tears.
And painful loss.

We are so uplifted by the love and prayers and comforting words of others.
And we thank you so much.
And please never forget our precious angel baby, Ella.
Please go to my daughter's blog, Green Apple Images, and see the tribute and photo to our precious baby and if you feel able, donate to help a young couple pay for her funeral expenses.

21 comments:

Momza said...

Oh Marilyn,
you know I've been thinking about your family.
My simple prayer is that you all feel our Savior's love at this difficult time.

CB said...

My heart goes to all of you, and especially Amy and Bret. This happened to my husband and I with our first child too, over 25 years ago.
It is such a very hard thing to go through. They will grow together as they deal with the pain, moving on, and having other children. Ella will always be in their hearts and minds. Thank goodness for a loving Father In Heaven who soothes hearts and hears prayers and who holds that sweet little one in his embrace now.
I know that I always had a picture in my mind of our oldest urging his brothers and sisters who came after him, earthward, and giving them words of encouragement.
God Bless Your Family at this difficult time.

angiedunn said...

marilyn,
i am so sorry to hear this heartbreaking news. please know that i'm praying for all of your family. my deepest sympathies and sincerest hope for peace-
love,ang

Unknown said...

Oh my. I am so sorry. I have been following Amy's pregnancy and my heart goes out to her and to the family. Ella is such a beautiful name. I pray that you and your family feel of Heavenly Father's love at this time.

Reno said...

I can only say that my heart aches for you all.

Connie said...

May you feel the peace and love of a loving Heavenly Father at this time.

My heart goes out to all of you.

Joy For Your Journey said...

Marilyn, I have been bawling since reading your post. We are expecting a grandbaby in a few weeks and it has been a very difficult pregnancy so my feelings are pretty raw anyway. but I was really hoping for a different outcome.

My heart also goes out to Bret and Amy. I can't imagine anything more difficult than what they are going through. But I pray they will feel some peace now and in the days ahead.

May God bless you all

Valerie said...

What sad news. I hope they (and you) can feel peace through this very difficult time.

Stef said...

Oh, dear! That is heart wrenching! The plan is marvelous, but it doesn't take away the pain. Our prayers are with you all.

Kerin said...

May our Heavenly Fathers love comfort your family, and see you through this heartbreaking time.

We will pray for your family.
Sending you hugs.

Rebecca Talley said...

I'm so sorry for your loss and hope you will find the comfort you need in the loving arms of Heavenly Father.

Leigh said...

My heart is breaking for your entire family. I am so grateful that Amy has each of you as I know how much support you are for her. Amy is such a magnificent person and I know that with your help, she will be able to cope with this difficult tragedy. I am grateful for eternal families; this devastating loss strengthens my testimony in the power of sealing ordinances. What a blessing it is to KNOW that Amy will have her dear Ella. I love all of you and wish you all the comfort Heavenly Father has to give.

Kazzy said...

Warmest wishes during this time of separation.

Susan Anderson said...

I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Pitterle Postings said...

My heart goes out to all of you. Today I am so grateful for the gospel and for our loving Savior Jesus Christ, who not only came to earth to forgive our sins, but also the heal our hearts. I know that He is aware of your grief and pain. God bless you all at this difficult time. May you find comfort and peace in the arms of His love.

jen said...

Here's a hug from another home in Mesa, AZ, that mourns the loss of a baby Ella. Our Ella came and left eight years ago, but it is still a close and tender time in my life. I'm so sorry.

Connie said...

Marilyn,
I hope you don't mind that I posted about this and put a link back to your blog. Hopefully more people will help with the cost of the funeral.

Welcome to the Garden of Egan said...

I just came here from Momza's.
I'm so sorry for such a sad and heartbreaking experience.
My heart and prayers are with them and you as well.
HUGS.

Julie Harward said...

I came over from Connie's...I as a grandmother feel your loss, I am so sorry about little Ella. We have an Ella too, Ella Mae, named after my mother. Sending hugs and a caring heart..may God bless all of you and heal the hurts. Come say hi sometime.

sandalloons40 said...

I am deeply saddened for your loss on earth of precious little ella. I love that name by the way. and know that God above has her in the palm of his hands until you all meet her again one day. I love your Spirit and May God keep you all in his care as your grieve her loss on earth. My thoughts and prayers and sincere condolences are with you all.♥

Nancy Face said...

Oh, sweet Marilyn, I am so very sorry for your great loss. My heart aches for you and your family. I didn't know what had happened until this morning when I saw Connie's blog.
(((((HUGS)))))