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What Can I Say?

And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.
Revelation 21:4 KJV

What can I write?

There are no words that will feel “right”.

Everything seems blurry…

I watched my sister lose her child, as the baby we’ll meet soon kicked inside my womb, due that very day, yesterday…

A loving mother and a doting father shook with sobs of unimaginable grief & pain, surrounded by grandmothers & grandfathers grieving deeply, both for their children losing their boy, and for the Tenney-shaped holes instantly left behind in their hearts, as they watched him cross over…

Two sisters, Sylvia & I, tears flowing, hurting deeper than we knew we could, looking into Ashley’s eyes, knowing what just happened, knowing how much it instantly changed all of us…

Early yesterday evening, little Tenney was freed from his cancer and his pain as he ran into the arms of Jesus.

We know he’s in a better place.

We know he’s pain-free.

But we aren’t.

We’re hurting, all of us, each grieving in our own way, individually, yet together.

We miss him.

We wish his healing had come this side of heaven, or better yet, that his cancer had never happened.

But it did.

And we’re left here, not to move on, but to carry on.

We seek, and we find, comfort, in the only One who can provide it in times like these…

Leaning on the everlasting arms…

And we thank you for your prayers.

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  1. Charity says

    November 27, 2012 at 11:48 am

    Crying with you.

    Reply
  2. Patti says

    November 27, 2012 at 11:59 am

    Sitting here crying. Heartbroken.

    Reply
  3. Kristine says

    November 27, 2012 at 12:09 pm

    My heart is so heavy for your entire family. I will continue to pray for your family, for their comfort in their time of grief. Words cannot express how sorry I am.

    Reply
  4. Trooppetrie says

    November 27, 2012 at 12:15 pm

    Praying for strength for your family as you find a new normal without him, as this new baby enters the world. I am so sorry

    Reply
  5. Norma Oliver says

    November 27, 2012 at 12:26 pm

    I can’t even imagine the pain, the hurt, the confusion, the awkward feeling of being happy for a new birth about to come while at the same time losing a sweet little on to the travesty of cancer.
    One this for sure, Tenney will be having the best Christmas ever, and thankfully, you can lean on the ONE who does understand it all, and can and will carry you ALL through this journey.

    {{hugs and prayers}} that seem so pathetic and inadequate.

    Reply
  6. Kim Anderson says

    November 27, 2012 at 12:31 pm

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you especially during this time. Always here for you…In Hope & Prayers!

    Reply
  7. Penny says

    November 27, 2012 at 12:34 pm

    So sorry for your loss! Praying that you will feel peace that only comes from above!

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  8. Jessica says

    November 27, 2012 at 12:36 pm

    I just can’t find the right words. Everything seems so inadequate. I’m so sorry for your loss, I’m so sorry that you and your family are hurting so. Keep leaning on those everlasting arms, and I pray that you will feel yourself carried by The Comforter when things seem too much to bear.

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  9. Traci says

    November 27, 2012 at 1:46 pm

    Oh my sweet, dearest friend…my heart is breaking for you all. I don’t know what to say. I’m so, so, so sorry you had to say goodbye to Tenney and I don’t want to diminish that by saying more.
    I pray you take comfort in Jesus, our Great Comforter, as you grieve, looking forward to that glorious day when in eternity you’ll be reunited, dancing together on streets of gold!

    We love you all!
    The Veeks xoxo

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  10. Mary Siegel says

    November 27, 2012 at 2:18 pm

    I am so sorry for your loss, but I feel lifted and enlightened when I watch you share your pain and joys in this experience called cancer. We love you and your family and pray for peace and comfort. You are a wonderful person and a true reflection of what Jesus wants us to share with each other. Hugs…

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  11. Sylvia Phillips says

    November 27, 2012 at 2:44 pm

    I am so sorry for the loss of this precious little one. My heart and prayers go out to you and his family.

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  12. Nikki says

    November 27, 2012 at 4:33 pm

    So devastating, so sorry! Prayers with you and your family. We also lost someone very dear on Sunday. http://www.loylessfuneralhome.com/services.asp?page=odetail&id=5370

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  13. Rachel says

    November 27, 2012 at 4:37 pm

    Praying Ali. So sorry. Words cannot express the hurt we feel for you guys…words can’t make you feel any better. We know that the Lord has Tenney close by His side–we grieve your loss here on earth, yet rejoice that there is NO more pain for him…no more tests, treatments, etc. Cyber {{{HUGS}}} and take care of yourself and the little one during this hard time.

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  14. christa says

    November 27, 2012 at 4:41 pm

    I, too, hate this. Have no understanding, nothing but ache for this precious little life. Know that you are wrapped in prayer and never alone…please pass our love on to your dear sister.

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  15. Sarah says

    November 27, 2012 at 6:05 pm

    I’m so sorry! This is terrible, and I know God knows your pain! Praying for your family!

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  16. Child of God says

    November 27, 2012 at 6:32 pm

    Crying with you as Jesus plays with Tenney. I am so sorry. Such a rough time, please know I am praying and praying for you and your family.

    Blessings,

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  17. Dominique @PurpleKale says

    November 27, 2012 at 8:03 pm

    I cannot imagine the horror of losing a child. But one thing I do know-we serve a mighty God can that can peace to those who seek comfort in Him.

    I pray that His peace comes swiftly.

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  18. Tehila says

    November 27, 2012 at 9:49 pm

    I am so sorry to hear of this tragic news. I only thank God that He is with you all, comforting your hearts, and carrying you, during this heart-wrenching ordeal.

    I will be praying for you.

    God bless you and your entire family as you walk in His beautiful care and love for you.

    Reply
  19. Julie Reynolds says

    November 27, 2012 at 10:03 pm

    There are no words…, crying, praying, and asking the Holly Spirit to comfort you all in your grief for His glory.

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  20. Jeni says

    November 27, 2012 at 10:19 pm

    Oh, I’m so sorry. I can’t even imagine. Praying for you, sister.

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  21. Barbie says

    November 28, 2012 at 1:03 am

    I am so sorry for your loss. Praying!

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  22. Louna says

    November 28, 2012 at 8:51 am

    All my condolences, there is nothing more tragic and soul destroying than losing a child. A little piece of me dies every time a child leaves us.

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  23. Nikki says

    November 28, 2012 at 11:19 am

    OH Jesus, come quickly…
    My heart hurts for your family, Ali. Praying as you all grieve.

    Some days you wonder how the world can keep spinning as you have to remind yourself to simply breathe…praying you all feel His loving embrace today.

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  24. Stephanie@Bowmania says

    November 28, 2012 at 4:34 pm

    Praying! Praying that the Lord will give you a peace that surpasses all understand.

    My heart aches for you all!

    Reply
  25. Marisa says

    November 28, 2012 at 9:30 pm

    I’ve followed your tweets about him for a while now, praying after each one, and am so saddened by this news. So sorry for this loss!

    Reply
  26. Stacey says

    November 29, 2012 at 8:20 am

    Oh Allison, I am so sorry. Praying for you as He walks with you through shadows.

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  27. Christie says

    November 29, 2012 at 4:55 pm

    As a childhood cancer survivor I’ve seen many friends and children pass away from this horrible disease. My heart literally aches for your pain today. I pray that you know that the Lord’s love and plans are sufficient, even in pain. I know no words will ever ease the pain.

    Praying for your family today.

    Christie
    http://satisfactionthroughchrist.blogspot.com

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  28. Linda says

    November 29, 2012 at 9:15 pm

    Jesus, thank YOU for Tenney. Thank you for this precious family who hide themselves in YOU. Jesus, please come quickly, Jesus. We long to see Your face. In Your name, Amen

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  29. Michelle says

    December 2, 2012 at 1:13 am

    I am so very sorry. Praying for peace and strength–there is just no deeper pain than losing a child. He will always be in your hearts and many will remember his strength and determination. May the knowledge of eternity with God and Tenney give you all strength. God bless you all.

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  30. Katherine says

    December 2, 2012 at 11:47 am

    SO VERY SORRY.

    Reply

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