Comments on: The Ugly Side Of The Interweb….

By: Riza

Riza — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 10:21:52 +0000

This is one of the reasons why, as much as possible, I started to blog in general. I did a blog one time in xanga and was telling about my mom’s current state, she has cancer on both breasts. One audience thought that I’m scamming, when in fact I wasn’t even asking anyone for money. All three of us sisters are working and my step-father is in the US Army. I really hated it at the time when that one guy spammed me and my email even inviting some of his friends too. But then, I just resorted to praying for the guy. I don’t know what happened to him though, but I also learned that forgiveness is powerful in a life of a person, I realized a lot of things about me and my walk in Christ. Rizas last blog post..monster-in-law

By: Tammy and Parker

Tammy and Parker — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:06:42 +0000

And you would be one of those amazing people who have reached out with love to a lot of us on the interweb.

By: (((((HUGS))))) sandi

(((((HUGS))))) sandi — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 13:14:26 +0000

Heather, I have been inspired by your blog off and on *I think* since after your Mayo visit? I had never read your full cancer story though nor had I read about Emma, and as I sit here in tears I am IN AWE of you as a Mama and as a Christian. GOD BLESS YOU, GIRL! I have prayed for you before, but OH is it an honor to go deeper. I am so thankful for this day, that my SIL has the children and I had the time to really, really read here. Y'all will always be on my heart! (((((HUGS))))) sandi (((((HUGS))))) sandis last blog post..Prayer Monday

By: (((((HUGS))))) sandi

(((((HUGS))))) sandi — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 12:57:28 +0000

What a beautiful post, and I needed to hear/read it right now! *THANK YOU!* for helping me to renew my perspective~you're God's BEST! (((((HUGS))))) sandi (((((HUGS))))) sandis last blog post..Prayer Monday

By: Kathy

Kathy — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 04:20:21 +0000

I am one of a dozen moderators of an online group for the parents of kids with brain tumors. The group has over 1000 members from all over the world. In the 6 years I've been doing this, we've had a number of fakers. It is always surprising to me that someone would endeavor to pretend they have a seriously ill child, when the experience of having one is so intense as to eclipse everything else in one's life, I know you know this. It's a moderated group and we screen new members, but we don't have the time, resources, or even the inclination to insist on absolute verification of everyone who joins. Sometimes you just have to go with your gut and if there is a doubt, we usually give the benefit of that doubt to the person who wants to join. The fact that people will lie to become part of our community, the community that nobody would want to be a member of, points to the deficits in their lives. So I pray for them. As you've pointed out, the good outweighs the bad. During my son's diagnosis and subsequent treatment, we experienced both the most hurtful and the most amazingly supportive acts of kindness. And the good most definitely outweighed the bad. Most people are good and I believe we are called to reach out to them. And sometimes we might judge someone wrongly, we might trust someone who turns out to be untrustworthy, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't have put ourselves out there. Or so I believe. Hang in there, Heather. Kathys last blog post..Kyra, the Swine Flu, and the Dramatization of Disease

By: Chrissie

Chrissie — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 17:01:54 +0000

Hello, dear friend…
I’ve been keeping tabs on your blog for a long time…since just before you found out you had a tumor. You have been an encouragement to me, and I praise the Lord for what He has done for you. Lately, I’ve been watching a friend of the family, a young man who has broken his neck, and is paralized from the chest down. He and his family are such a blessing, and I thought of you when I read this statement, and it reminded me of you as you sang hymns before you could speak…
‘…Connor is singing hynms… he can’t move a muscle yet he finds it within himself to sing hymns!’
I wonder, dear friend, if you would also like to watch and pray for Connor as he goes through these tough times?
http://www.connorwatch.org/
Praying for you,
a friend in California –
Chrissie

By: janmary, n. ireland

janmary, n. ireland — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 08:26:00 +0000

So well said (as always!). There is so much goodness out there, and when these ugly things happen we need to keep a balance. janmary, n. irelands last blog post..The BIG reveal - THE kitchen makeover

By: Kelli @Living In Grace

Kelli @Living In Grace — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 21:24:32 +0000

Amen, Heather. Amen. We have been blessed by all the love, the friendships that have started (like ours) and the support (in all forms) that came from a simple question 3 years ago, from a long lost friend : "Hey, do you have a blog of something I Can follow?". The next day, Living in Grace was born. And we haven't looked back yet. Yes. I have considered closing it at times- but more out of laziness on my part than anything. I can't imagine it now,. though. You have very valid points. Both on the good and the bad side of things. And I love you for your perspective. And your friendship. Kelli @Living In Graces last blog post..Thank you

By: Laurie in Ca.

Laurie in Ca. — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 20:59:05 +0000

I agree with you Heather and for every bad apple out there, there are so many more good blogs that need our prayers. Yours has always been one of mine and you have much to offer. I am praying for all involved on the latest one. So sad really. Have a wonderful weekend with your great family.

Love and Hugs, Laurie :heart:

By: Holly @ Crownlaiddown

Holly @ Crownlaiddown — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 19:37:33 +0000

You are right, Heather. It is good. And I have been hurt...but I get back up and keep on ahead. May I say how thankful I am to be writing to you and knowing how God has done such miracles before my eyes in caring for you and yours? Jesus is good. And it is worth it to keep on sharing what He does! You tell of His fame well... Much Love!! Holly @ Crownlaiddowns last blog post..FOUR Giveaways from Zonderkidz