This is Tom posting.
At the PICU, they don’t let parents sleep in the rooms overnight. I developed the habit each night of saying 'Goodnight Gracie' to her, and when I went to the sleep room, I again always said to myself, 'Goodnight Gracie' just before falling asleep. When we brought her home last June I slept all night on the floor of her room on a blanket, with her in my arms. What I wouldn’t give to hold her in my arms all night tonight & every night. We then figured out our system of having her sleep in a porta-crib next to our bed. I’ve always said out loud 'Goodnight Gracie' every time I went to bed. I think I’ll always say it.
Saying goodbye tonight was excruciating. The love and peace in the room transcended to a physical, tangible feeling. Having all my kids together this morning for a few precious moments truly was a piece of heaven.
Gracie will always be an amazing gift to our family! Giving her a blessing was a sacred honor I’ll always cherish. Having her touch my life so completely, I’ll forever be changed.
I know this, Heaven just got better, and I’ll be doing my part to be wherever Gracie, my brother and sister, and my grandparents are. I’m sure they are rejoicing together.
We’re so very grateful for the outpouring of love and support for our family, and especially our sweet baby Gracie!
It’s with a very heavy heart that I whisper 'Good night sweet Gracie. Your Daddy loves you.'
303 comments:
1 – 200 of 303 Newer› Newest»Goodnight sweet Gracie girl! You are amazing and have touched so many lives.
My heart is breaking for you! Little Gracie touched many hearts. Her story united family, friends, and us strangers! May the Lord help your family find peace in the weeks to come!
Judy Schroeder
Wish words alone could erase the pain of your loss. May God Bless You all...
Goodnight Sweet Gracie...
(found your story thru another blog and it touched me deeply)
I thought about you, your wife, children and especially Gracie today. In fact I couldn't stop thinking about her. Your post last night telling everyone that Gracie would be an angel today was heart wrenching and just so unthinkable as a parent.
I have told my little Katie about her and will continue to tell her about Gracie as she gets older. Gracie was the first sick little babe that I prayed for while holding my daughter and she holds a very special place in my heart.
I really don't know what to say. I wish I could say something that would make it all better. But I can not.
Please know that your family will not be forgotten and that there are those of us that will continue to pray for you.
Also, please know that Gracie has made a "mark" on this world...making it a better place. I hugged Katie more today. I will put more effort into making the people I love, know that I love them. I have told people about your little girl and will continue to do that.
Again, I'm so, so sorry that you had to say goodbye today. Little Gracie is surely looking down on all of you right now with a big smile and nothing but love.
Hugs from Kristine & Katie
Rest now sweet Angel, no more tubes, you have earned your wings and are peaceful at last, in God's care.
This past May, when our son was 2 days old, we learned that he had HLHS. It was a scary time for us. Your blog was the first HLHS blog that we read. Since that time we have continued to follow Gracie and have been impressed with your faith and ability to accept the Lord's will. You truly are an example to us, as I know you are to many other parents who are going through difficult times with their children. Thank you! Your family has been and will continue to be in our prayers.
Tom and Michelle, May you know God's grace at this time. You have been such an amazing example of faith and love to all who have come to know Gracie. She has touched so many lives, as have you and Michelle and your family while sharing this journey. Know that we are praying for you and your family.
What a beautiful post, Tom. I could feel your love for her jump through the screen of my computer. Now, she is at peace and I hope you, Michele, and the kids, and extended family and friends find peace as well. It's a gloomy day today where I am, and I can't help but think the earth is a little duller and heaven a little brighter today. Our hearts and thoughts are with you and your family. Goodnight Gracie!
Goodnight sweet baby.
Thank you for showing me what heaven is like. I will cherish your memory until we meet again.
Watch over us and stay close. We'll miss you so much.
Goodnight Gracie girl---
Goodnight Gracie girl...your story has touched my heart and I pray your family finds peace.
Thanks so much again for sharing your angel with us. Gracie touched so many lives and was loved by more than most people are ever loved by.
You've touched so many people!
Good night Gracie...
Good night sweet Gracie.
Your family is a true testament of what it means to have faith and to never stop believe though it may fail us. I am saddened by your loss, I grieve along side your family, but like many readers have posted, she will never be forgotten, she will always be remembered, and we will continue praying for her though she is no longer with us today. Praise you guys for giving life to other babies out there, you all inspire everyone who comes across this blog. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help you in any way... I will never forget the pictures I've seen, the stories I've read. Though we are strangers, know you have many friends out here who care, who love, and cherish Gracie.
Goodnight Gracie...Your spirit so big for your fragile body...I hope you are dancing through the halls of heaven....
I'm so sorry for your loss, peace be with you until you hold your angel baby in your arms once again.
A daddy's love is so special. What a beautiful tribute, Tom. I'm so thankful to know that she is with her other daddy now, until you are all united again. May you and your sweet wife, and your precious children, be comforted at this time of loss. (Along with the many other friends and family members who are hurting tonight.) Our family will continue to pray for your family. We are better people because of your Gracie girl. Thank you for sharing her with us.
Goodnight sweet Gracie Girl. Thanks for touching my soul in a way words cant express.
goodnight gracie!
xoxo
I am so, so sorry. My heart is breaking for you right now.
goodnight Gracie, you touched this mama's soul.....prayers for your mama and daddy and brothers and sister :)............
I found your blog through a friends and my heart breaks for you and your entire family. I have a friend that lost a child and she said to have you read Mosiah 2:41. It has been her families scripture of hope for years now. Hope you can find comfort at this terrible time and may Heavenly Father bless you and your sweet Gracie in Heaven. Goodnight Sweet Gracie!
I think you are my hero.
Nancy Brown
( Noah's Aunt and mom to a sweet miracle)
No I don't think you are my Hero.. I know.
Goodnight Gracie Girl.. you touched so many lives...
No more pain, no more tubes or tests or drugs.. just wings and peace in heaven..
You no longer need our prayers, yours have been answered.. I pray now for your family, espeicially Mommy and Daddy...
Rest in peace sweet girl!
Tonight, Tom, I hope that you will hear for the first time, "Goodnight Daddy, Gracie loves you."
Heaven is indeed better now that one of its sweetest angels has returned.
God bless you all. You will stay in our prayers.
Tom and Michele-
Every time I came to your blog, (which was often)to comment I had no words. There is no way to explain the love I have for your sweet baby. Maybe some day I will have a more eloquent way to state that your sweet baby has changed my life. Thank you for sharing her with us, and for creating this beautiful legacy of love. Thank you!
I heart Gracie!!
My heart breaks for you and your family. I know that heaven is indeed a better place and that you will see your little baby again someday.
I am keeping your family in my prayers and my thoughts.
Thanks for your spirit. I don't know you, yet I can feel your testimonies shine through. I am indeed blessed to have read through your blog posts today. You have touched my heart and helped my faith and testimony grow. Life does indeed go on forever and we never know what is in store for us. The Lord knows us better than we know ourselves...
Good night Gracie Girl. It was a privilege to have known you in this life, to have had your little blue tipped fingers wrapped around mine, and to have felt your sweet spirit. Although your little heart was broken when in you came into this world, it had the power to touch many hearts in your short time here on earth. We will miss you, but know that through a loving Heavenly Father and His Plan, you will be with your family again. Much love - Bill, Amy, & Kids
I want to personally thank you for chosing to give Gracie life after you found out about her heart defect. You chose to "go the distance" with her. Some agonize about the "choice" that they are given as women over their unborn baby when they find out that their child is not "perfect" as the world sees perfectness. You have given testament to the fact that we should not give up even though our road gets hard.
I have agonized with you all day today and prayed for your peace. My daughter got some special hugs today. Not all were appreciated, but I just had to hug her knowing that you were unable to hug your little Gracie.
Lord, please reveal yourself as the God of Comfort during the coming days, weeks, months and years to this dear family.
Graciously,
Angie Hand
Dear Lord, how I wish I had the words to comfort you at this time. I pray that He will bless you and keep you safe until you meet again. Sending warm wishes and condolences from South Africa.
Good night sweet Gracie, the world loves you. Go with God and LIVE.
Good night beautiful Gracie baby. May we all meet you in heaven!
May God surround your family with love and may dear sweet Gracie find joy with the angels tonight. Warmest and heartfelt wishes to you all.
Good Night gracie
My heart is breaking for you.
I read your past entries yesterday and was in tears . Gracie is in heaven right now and is an angel watching over you.
I am so sorry for your lost .
Good night Gracie
*whispering* Good night Gracie*...
((((Tom, Michelle & Children))))
My prayers for your family will not cease, I pray you are comforted in this most difficult of times. Sincerely, Livy
Good night Gracie! May God bless and sustain your family now and in the days ahead.
Goodnight Sweet Gracie! I just stumbled across your blog a few days ago...and My heart is breaking for your family...thank you for sharing her story with us. It has changed my life and i will continue praying for you and your sweet girl.
Mommy in Indiana
I also came here from another blog. Your words bring me to tears and deep appreciation for my blessings. I am amazed with how you have handled this situation. Please know how many lives you have touched with sharing your story. Your sweet family has made a direct impact on me and I find new resolved to love stronger and be better. Thank you for sharing your lives with us. I pray you will feel continued peace at such a difficult time.
Good Night Sweet Gracie!!!!
Tom:
You are a wonderful man. The blessing you gave Gracie was so very sweet and gentle. Connie and I love you so very much. You are a great man with such a quiet strength.
"Good Night Gracie:
Grandpa and Grandma
My prayers are with you and your family.
May God's love and peace be wraped around you in this time of grief.
May you have peace in the midst of this storm.
Kristie
My prayers and thoughts are with your family. Gracie is living on in many as she touched many of us in so many ways in her her life. Heaven just got a special little angel. As you we say Goodnight Gracie someone else was waiting to say Hello.
Good night Gracie girl!! I write this with tears flowing...I can not imagine your pain. Your Gracie was a precious gift from God, and I am so sorry that He wanted her home with Him so soon. May your family be showered with His love as you mourn your loss of your beautiful Gracie girl! God Bless you!
I am so deeply touched by Gracie and will forever be changed! How I wish the outcome was different for your family and Gracie. Please know that she will live on forever through you all. Thank you for sharing her with all of us! I'm keeping you in my prayers tonight and always.
Your post is absolutely beautiful, heartfelt, and heartwrenching to read. What a beautiful blessing God gave to your family in Gracie, and I pray He know provides you with peace and comfort.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. Gracie has touched so many of us.
May God be with you and your family during this most difficult time. My heart breaks for all of you.
~Lynn/OKC
Goodnight, baby Gracie. Fly to Jesus.
I am so sorry. I find myself incapable of finding words. May the Lord comfort all of you in this time of grief, and may you find yourself laughing through the tears as you remember special moments with your precious little girl.
I need to say "Good Night Sweet Gracie Girl" too. Although we know Gracie is in a much happier place now, I can only imagine the heartache for your family at this time. My heart aches!
Thankyou so much to both of you for your example & testimony of faith in God's plan! Thankyou so much for your example of donating! Thankyou so much for letting me know Gracie and your family.
Gracie has truley touched our family. We will continue to pray for your comfort.
Gracie, you are so loved and your family is forever!!!
Sincerely,
Summer Strickland & family
Gracie has earned her wings!
Michele
My heart is broken. Simple words will never convey how my heart sank as I read your post. I have prayed so hard for your sweet Gracie girl. As I sit now, by my own daughter's hospital bed, I will whisper prayers for your family and mine. I pray that God will guide us all through these hard times. Good night sweet Gracie!
I'm so very sorry.
What a beautiful little lady you have.
My heart breaks for you and I will be praying.
Praying for comfort, JOY and peace. May you keep all of the joyous memories of sweet Gracie close to you.
Our love and prayers are with you in your sorrows and in your joy.
A shared joy is a double joy. A shared sorrow is a half sorrow.
Goodnight, Gracie.
I am pleading with our Heavenly Father to bless and comfort you and your family during this terribly difficult time.
Thank you again for sharing her life and story with all of us and allowing us to love your sweet Gracie Girl.
Much Love and Heartfelt Sympathies.
I too, found you from another blog. I went back and read Gracie's story and the love you have for her just overflows on the pages. My heart breaks for you, but I am in awe of your strength. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Good night, Gracie...
I am so sorry for your loss. I came across Gracie's Blog through a differant blog and have been praying for her ever since. My heart is broken for a sweet baby I never even meet. Her spirit will live forever. "Good night sweet Gracie."
I think that we all want to wish your sweet baby a very special "Goodnight Gracie" Your sweet spirit will be missed deeply on this earth. We need more spirits like you and it is with a broken heart that we all say, "goodnight and goodbye to you sweet Gracie." I know that you are in such a better place right now. That you are in no pain and and that you are surrounded by many many spirits that know you and love you! Send a few of those special spirit friends down to your family to help them through this extremely difficult time. Send them hugs and your sweet spirit in theur time of need. We all love you Gracie! Thank you for giving us all the opportunity to come together and help you fight this battle. I know that through all of this many of us have held our little ones just a little bit tighter, and a little bit longer. You have thought me so much about love and how fragile life is, and I hope that is a lesson that I will never forget! Thank you Gracie for all the many footprints that you have left on my heart and in the hearts of others and I pray that your family will have the comfort and peace that they are in need of!
Goodnight Gracie! I hope to someday meet you in heaven!
Caralee Baker
My heart is aching for you. I'm so sorry. Your family is in my prayers.
I am praying for your family! She has touched my heart in just a few short months that I have been reading your blog.. Good Night Gracie Girl!
Thanks Tom for sharing your tender moments. She was truly an amazing gift! She will not be forgotten!
My heart is breaking for your family. I don't know what else to say. I just found your blog yesterday yet I'm sitting here with tears streaming down my face. Gracie has touched so many lives, even total strangers who just found her story. Good night beautiful Gracie!
Goodnight Gracie... Thank-you for allowing us to come along with your family and share such a special moment in your lives. I am friends of Mimi McDonald. I am so sorry for your lost. Was a sweet little angel your little girl is to only need to be in this cruel world for just a short time. You and your family and blessed. Know this will be the hardest thing you will ever have to do today. As I was thinking about gracie this morning it started to rain and its gloomy outside. However, it has stopped raining and the clouds are clearing, I think the sun will shine today.Goodnight gracie. May we all live life to the fullest as you would have. May we have your inspiration and strength.
Goodnight Sweet Gracie Girl. Twirl, run, play, skip, jump......you made heaven a little sweeter yesterday.
I will always remember to say Goodnight to my little babies!
Thank you for allowing us to go on this journey with you.
So sweet. Words can't express how sorry I am for you and your family. You will be in our prayers.
Just remember, You don't have to do anything to enter heaven but come to the cross and accept Jesus as the Savior of your life. Sweet Gracie is with Jesus today and I know you can't wait to be reuinited with her oneday. God bless.
Praying for your family, so sorry for the loss of your beautiful baby.
Your faith and testimony have been a blessing to me. Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I can only imagine. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Praying without ceasing for your family. Rest in HIM and allow HIM to hold you as only HE can. Peace be with you today and always,
Kaye
Psalm 46:10
We continue to pray for your family and lift each of y'all up to the Heavenly Father. What a precious gift she has been to you and to everyone who knew her (both in person and through this testimony of her life). May His grace be your comfort and your joy.
Your Family is in my prayers,
Good night sweet Gracie
Your family and her story has touched many lives. We will not forget you.
May God bless and comfort you.
Goodnight Gracie. I love you.
Sleep tight.
And I am praying for your family, sweet sweet child.
xoxo
I'm trying to think of something to type as the tears flow. I just hope you all feel comfort. Thank you so so much for sharing her with us through your blog. She has been a blessing to so many!
I'm so sorry for your loss. Your Gracie Girl and your story has touched my life in more ways than you'll never know. Thank you for sharing her with us. She is beautiful and will always be remembered. May God put his arms around you and comfort you at this difficult time. I will continue to pray for you and your family. Goodnight Gracie Girl.
You are an amazing family. Thank you for sharing with us.
God bless you and your sweet family. Good Night Sweet Gracie and enjoy your fabulous first day in Heaven. May we all see you when we get there :)
Tears of sorrow are rolling down my cheeks. 'Goodnight Gracie'. You will always be in our hearts!!
Tom.. you are an amazing father. I know we've never met. I've emailed Michele a bit. Owen too sleeps right next to our bed and everynight it's 'Goodnight Mr. Owen... sweet dreams!' I didn't mind waking up last night to the feeding pumps endless beeps... I didn't mind when the oximeter keps beeping 75, 75, 75. I cherish every moment, because I do know Heavenly Father will bring him home at any time.
Thanks for sharing Gracie with us. We adore her!!
The heavens are rejoicing. Thanks for sharing little Gracie's journey with all of us. Tom, you have a beautiful way with words. You should write a book. May the Lord comfort you guys at this time. We are praying for you. Much love and admiration. Teri Nickel
I've just come over from the COLE's Foundation site. I am in constant prayer for your family's peace and healing.
You fought a good fight Gracie Girl... rest now, you've earned it sweetie... All our love & deepest sympathies to the Gledhills.
Oh, my heart aches for you today. I will be praying today that Jesus would bring you sweet comfort. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Your testimony has been such a blessing to me. You will be in my prayers.
"Good night Gracie"
Our family want to thank you for sharing Gracie with us through your blog. We have been deeply touched. May you find peace, joy and comfort at this time. Our prayers are with the all of you.
The Wetzel's
St. George, Ut
I thought of your beautiful family all last night. My heart absolutely aches for you. Your beautiful words about Gracie touched me deeply! Goodnight Gracie!
Max this comment is for you-
I have a 10 year old son and after reading through this entire blog I know how much you loved Gracie. I know this will touch all of your lives forever but at 10/11 it will especially touch your life. You have been a super big brother and Gracie was the luckiest little girl on earth to have you!! I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm just so sorry!
God Bless you and your family during this time
Hearts and Hugs
The Wimsetts
Oh how we did not want to have this posting, but what a joy Gracie has been in and for the lives of so many. She has united strangers, helped families re evaluate priorities, touched little children to pray daily for her, been a missionary to many. What a strong spirit she is. I can only imagine what Heavenly Father has in store for this new spirit in Heaven this day. I'm sure that she is already touching and changing lives . . .
Tom and Michelle, your posts have been an inspiration. Your courage, faith and example will never be forgotten . . .nor will Gracie.
My love to all of you,
Linda Duncombe
(Grandpa Gledhill's cousin)
I love you guys. You have been able to share the life of Precious Gracie with the world and everyone who gets to read this blog will be able to feel her sweet spirit and the love you have for her. She will truly be missed and her story will live on.
Thank you for renewing my faith in the gospel, Gracie Girl! For strengthening my knowledge that families are forever! For adding to my testimony by touching my life with your sweet spirit.
You will be in my prayers. May God be with you during this difficult trial. I love your words! They are touching.
Last night, I clicked onto your blog for the first time via "Kelly's Korner." I immediately prayed for your family, and as I drifted off to sleep, Gracie was in my thougts.
May God continue to fill you all with peace and strength in the comining days. You will all be in my prayers. I'm so sorry for your loss......
God bless,
Stacy
"GOODNIGHT SWEET GRACIE GIRL"
No more tubes, no more pokes, no more pain. Only your whole hearted perfect body now. You will be missed by so many, who only knew you by pictures and words. You have touched so many. WE LOVE YOU GRACIE!
You don't know me. I found your blog through someone elses blog. My heart went out to you as I read about Gracie. I am so sorry and I will keep your family in my prayers.
Beautiful words Tom. Our hearts are so broken for your family right now. I coudn't sleep last night thinking about you and Michele and your family and what you must be going through. Gracie's life didn't just impact me...it CHANGED me for the better. Thank you for sharing Gracie with us. Please give Michele a big hug for me. My tears today are for her (and for you).
We love you!
Natalie
Heaven has one more beautiful angel. Good night sweet Gracie. What a blessing it is to know that families are forever!
Thank you for the courage to share Gracie's story with so many people. So many families will be changed and inspired to be better in their own lives. Along with so many people that you have never met, we send our prayers and gratitude to your family. May the peace from a loving Heavenly Father be your companion during such a difficult time.
Love,
The Parkinson Family
God Bless you Gledhill family, and give you peace beyond ALL understanding.
We sure love you guys and our prayers are with you! Like you said Heaven just got better with her there. We will sure miss her, but she has truly been a blessing in everyone's lives.
May God's Presence be so real to your sweet family, dear ones. Praying.... oh, i am praying...
I used to take care of little ones, like your Gracie, as a PICU nurse... you have walked a valley terribly deep and grief-filled.
May the Lord, Himself, bind your wounds and He, Himself, be your Peace.
You will find that your little sweet Gracie has touched many lives.
I had many warm thoughts for you and your family as I sat laying in my bed last night. The tears flowed as I could only imagine the pain that is in your heart.
I held my little Grayci in my arms for a portion of the night and thanked my Heavenly Father for allowing me to be a mother to His children.
We pray for you...all of you!
The blessings of Eternal families are forever!
Hugs-
"Families can be together forever through Heavenly Father's plan." I know those beautiful song lyrics are true. Your family will see sweet Gracie again! Love you!
-Heather (Paul's sister in law, Susan's neice)
Good night sweet Gracie....thank you for the footprints you left on my heart. I'm just another stranger who has prayed and cried for you. Now that you are dancing in Heaven, I pray for your family. Thank you Gledhill family, thank you. May the strength and peace of the Spirit lift you up at this difficult time.
May the Lord continue to bless your sweet family. What a wonderful post. You will never be forgotten Gracie.
Goodnight Gracie sweet"heart", we know all your nights will be peaceful now. Rest easy - you've earned it.
We send all our love and prayers your way during this most challenging time in your lives. My Gracie and all the other angels watch over your special family.
The Laurences
I came across your blog a few days ago from the IHH forum. I am so amazed at the amount of faith your entire family has!
Your little girl is beautiful and I'm so sorry you have to go through the trials that you do. Sometimes it seems like it's not fair, but we all know it's for a reason.
"I am mindful of you always in my prayers, continually praying unto God the Father in the name of His Holy child, Jesus, that he, through his infinate goodness and GRACE, will keep you through the endurance of faith on his name to the end."
Moroni 8:3
I don't know your family but I love and pray for you.
Nikki Sjoblom
Mom to Dade-Pulmonary Valve Stenosis
wow, once again I sit here as a complete stranger (friends with mimi) with tears running down my face. Your words are so touching and as a mom my heart aches for your loss. Even though it's hard we just have to cling to the knowledge that lil' gracie is in a better place and eventually in heavenly father's time you will all be there with her again. we sang families can be together forever for fhe and i could barely sing as I thought of your family. how lucky we are to know that though. take care and thanks for sharing your amazing family with all of us. we heart gracie!
analisa
Tom and Michele- I woke up this morning to immediately get on your blog and read the latest. I checked last night before bed but there was nothing there. I am still in so much denial that her physical being is not here with us anymore but I do know that she lives on with us in our hearts forever! I am so glad that your family had that little piece of heaven on earth yesterday morning to have all of your children together and to feel the true love of our Savior in that room as you spent those treasured moments with Gracie Girl. I am at such peace knowing she is no longer connected to anything and that her little body is free from pain and suffering. She can now move as free as she wants and see all of those family membes that were missing her since her earthly entrance those short 11 months ago. She will be well taken care of and I know we all look forward to the day we will be able to see that SWEET Gracie Girl and tell her how proud we are of her for being such a hero to so many people and changing our lives for the better. We love you and your family so much and pray for the peace and comforter of our Savior to be with you always and especially in those lonely times where you need it the most. Angel Gracie will be watching over you all and by your side always. Keep your heads up and know that we all pray for the strength that you need to accomplish each day one step at a time. We would love to continue to hear about your family and what is going on new and old. We love the Gledhill Family blogging, it is such a treat to read each day and we hope it will continue. We love you lots!! Jared, Staci and Family
I love the song you have here on Gracie's blog "I feel my Savior's Love". It is one of my favorites. There may be some that don't know the words and they are so precious and bring comfort to me at times when I need comfort.
"I feel my Saviors Love
In all the world around me.
His Spirit warms my soul
Through everything I see.
He knows I will follow him,
Give all my life to him.
I feel my Savior's love,
The love he freely gives me."
What an amazing child of God Gracie is! She came to this earth and did more in the short time she was here than many do in a whole life time. And with your help, people all over the world have her example to follow. She is a true messenger of Jesus Christ, sharing the gospel and love of our Heavenly Father who loves each of us. Please don't forget that Jesus Christ suffered for ALL pain and when it is too much to bear, turn it over to him until you are strong enough.
Michele, you are such a dear friend and I care so much about you and your sweet family. Thank you for sharing Gracie with us. I know that she will be caring for you in a way she can only do from Heaven. When I was in Gracie's presence I felt the distinct impression of the love and concern she has for you. Allow yourself to feel that often.
My Deepest Sympathy
Liz Crapo Francom
Gracie is so blessed to have a daddy like you...my heart just breaks for you and your family.
I can't even begin to imagine...the grief and loss that you feel as a father...I pray that each and every day that you will be blessed with comfort and peace...and that you will feel Gracie close to you in Spirit.
She has touched all of us in some amazing way...Thankyou so much for sharing Gracie's life with us...And reading the tender feelings of your heart was a privilege. (((HUGS))) to you and your wife and children.
That post was so precious! Your family is truly amazing and have been such wonderful examples to us. Your sweet Gracie girl has been such a gift to us all. She has reminded us all about what this life is all about, what our purpose is for being here on earth, and where we will be going in the next life if we are faithful. She is so loved and will be so loved by those that have been anxiously awaiting her return on the other side. She is a CHOICE spirit and I know that the Savior and our Father in Heaven needed her to serve a special mission both here on earth and in heaven.
The Gospel is true, families ARE ETERNAL, you have shown us that! Gracie has shown us all how fragil this life is, that we need to appreciate every minute that we have with our loved ones, but she has also shown us that families DO NOT end on this earth, we CAN be with our families forever!!
We are praying for you all!! We love you and know that you will allow the spirit to help see you through this time!!
Love,
Court, Britt, Mac, Lexi, and Jax Jones
Sweet, sweet Gracie. She will be so missed. Thank you, Tom, for sharing those intimate moments you had with your baby girl. What a wonderful and loving father you are. I am so amazed by both you and Michele - you both have such strength and courage. Thank you both for letting us learn from you. I love that sweet Gracie Girl. I ache for you all right now. Please know how much we love you guys. And are crying right along with you.
I've thought about you all day today. Worried, prayed.....
May God be with you through this excruciating time. May you find comfort and peace knowing that he is with you always and may you feel the prayers that uplift you.
Good night sweet baby Gracie.
May Glod Bless & Comfort you during this time!
Good night sweet & beautiful Gracie!
Sending much love and many prayers. May God give you a peace that passes understanding. Such a beautiful little girl - so many many lives touched. A new angel on heaven's playground. God bless.
I've always known that Gracie would live. Because I could always see her at a park, running with pigtails flying. That's how I see her now. She lives still! Whenever I think of angels or see a family doing what is right, I will think of Gracie. When I tuck my babies in at night, I will think of Gracie...and when my heart feels broken like it is today, I will think of Gracie.
Thank you, Gledhill family for sharing her AMAZING journey with us strangers. It has meant more to me and my family than you'll ever know. I will continue to pray for your comfort and for the spirit to guide your lives. May you feel the peace that the gospel brings. I know I can. I see Gracie runnin with those pigtails flying.
I have said it before, and I will say it again, you are an amazing family. Gracie truly has touched so many lives, and will continue to do so. And your family's example has reached most likely thousands of people. I thought that reading the words of Gracie passing away, would break my heart all over again, and that i wouldn't be able to contain myself, like reading the blog yesterday. However, I am actually filled with a peace and happiness, that your sweet angel is no longer in any mortal sort of suffering. But instead, now free and happy, watching over her dear dear family.
Thank you so much for sharing Gracie's life with all of us. She is an inspiration to all and will be thought of often.
Goodnight sweet Gracie girl
All our love
the Andersens
Reading your post brought back so many memories. I have to believe that Gracie is where my two little ones are as well. And we are here wishing to hold them in our arms, and hoping we'll get that chance again someday. When He makes it all right again. I don't have any words that will make it all better. Your family, and the donor's family, are in my thoughts.
I don't know if you were aware of the etymology of Goodbye. It is short for "God be with ye". When our little Bridget was dying, we talked to our kids about this meaning. So that they understood that it was not a permanent separation we were expecting, but that we were expecting God to be with Bridget "until we meet again". And same for their brother, Dominic.
I hope this might give you something to consider as you make this journey of grief. I'm not sure where you live, but considering she was at PCMC, there are some good grief programs for chlidren in the Salt Lake and Utah County areas. Places like Sharing Place in SLC and Canary Garden in Orem.
Wish I could offer more. Email me on my blog if you need anything else I could help with. I'm so sorry.
Thank you for sharing your story. I am so heart broken for you sweet family as I sit here and read your story and tears pour down my face. I will be praying for your family. I know there is comfort in knowing your angel is in the arms of Jesus, but I know how difficult it is to say goodbye to someone you love so dearly. To not be able to hold them. Praying in the days and weeks ahead.
Goodnight Sweet Gracie. You have changed my life for the better.
Jamie
Your family just received another gaurdian angel. A really sweet and beautiful one. My heart breaks for your family. I hope you can feel peace at this time.
I just want you to know that I am praying for your family. I cannot imagine the pain that you are feeling right now. Gracie's story is truly amazing. It has touched my heart more than I could ever express. I hope that I can live my life with the courage and strength that Gracie did. I can't wait to meet this Little Angel in heaven one day! Fly Gracie Girl Fly!!!
Tom & Michele
What a perfect post. "Goodnight Gracie" you will say forever until you see her again. You will be eternally changed with this trial as I am sure you know Tom with loosing a brother and a sister. May you continue to feel the peace and love that not only the Savior has for you but all of us!!
Goodnight Gracie, and thank you!
I came across your blog last night and as I read through it I cried and reflected on the trials in my life.
What a blessing to know that you can raise this beautiful little girl and that she is yours forever.
I loved that you made blankets and gave them to the PICU. During your time of hardships you still found the time to serve others. That is amazing.
You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. May you be comforted in this time of grief and pain.
Words cannot express the love that so many have for your family...we have all grown from "knowing" your sweet Gracie. Thank you for sharing. My own children are almost grown, but those granchildren hold such a special place in the hearts of grandparents. May your entire family feel God's love, our love, and Gracie's love. Please continue to post as your heart can allow. We love your family. You have been a huge part of my life this past year. I wish I could help you in some way this next week. I pray Gracie is with her "grandma or grandpa" in heaven. Good Night Gracie.
You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I just found your blog and it has deeply affected me. My heart is breaking for you all. The only comfort is knowing that your Sweet Gracie sleeps in Jesus' arms.
May God Bless and comfort you. Thanks so much for sharing your story with us.
You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I just found your blog and it has deeply affected me. My heart is breaking for you all. The only comfort is knowing that your Sweet Gracie sleeps in Jesus' arms.
May God Bless and comfort you. Thanks so much for sharing your story with us.
You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I just found your blog and it has deeply affected me. My heart is breaking for you all. The only comfort is knowing that your Sweet Gracie sleeps in Jesus' arms.
May God Bless and comfort you. Thanks so much for sharing your story with us.
You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I just found your blog and it has deeply affected me. My heart is breaking for you all. The only comfort is knowing that your Sweet Gracie sleeps in Jesus' arms.
May God Bless and comfort you. Thanks so much for sharing your story with us.
What an amazing man and father you are who honors his priesthood. What a blessing you are to Gracie and your family! Thank you for sharing your tender thoughts. My heart is so sad for you and your family. We are praying for your family to have comfort and peace at this challenging time. The only comfort we can have in this life is the gospel. What a blessing to know of the plan of salvation. I was telling my family of your little Gracie last night and it opened a sweet conversation about the blessing of being sealed as an eternal family. I told my children that you would get to have and raise Gracie again and be together forever. What a blessing! We will continue to pray for your amazing family. We pray that the Lord will send comfort and that his love will carry you through! Sending lots of love and prayers from St.George, love Kelsi
Goodnight sweet Gracie!
I can only imagine your family will be able to hold you every night in the next life at the tender young age you left them on this earth.
We are praying for you.
Good night sweet gracie. o how my heart aches for you and your precious family. i am so sorry. just sorry.
She is healed. Her little body is fully restored, and she is sitting with a sweet smile on the lap of our Savior.
But, oh... how my heart breaks for the loved ones she left behind. Praying for you all.
You are in my prayers. Gracie is the most beautiful angel in Heaven!! I'll be praying for the entire family as you grieving.
Millie and Colin-HLHS
I have two children, Grace and Max. Your story toched me and your family will be in our prayers.
I am so sorry for your loss. I do not know your family but I am a mother of four. I heard your story through a family friend. Thank you for sharing your sacred thoughts with us. You are right heaven is better now!
May God be with you all through this most difficult time. What a blessing you have had in your lives with that sweet baby girl and how she will continue to bless you and be with you forever.
Thank you for letting others become closer to our Savior through your sweet example and your sharing of your experience with the rest of us.
Such beautiful words.
Praying huge prayers for your family today...that your hearts are filled with peace. I rejoice with you that your precious little Grace is in the arms of Jesus.
You'll be together again....
~ THE MASTER'S WAY ~
Not ours to know the reason why,
Unanswered is our prayers,
But ours to wait for God's own time
To life the cross we bear;
Not ours to know the reason why
From loved one's we mush part,
But ours to live in faith and hope,
Though bleeding to the heart;
Not ours to know the reason
why this anguish, strife and pain,
But ours to know a crown of thorns
Sweet graces for us gain,
A cross, a bleeding heart and crown~
what greater gifts are given?
Be still, my heart, and murmur not;
These are the Keys of Heaven.
May you find peace in knowing you and yours are in the hearts and minds of many.
Goodnight Gracie. Thanks for sharing your life with us, inspiring us, and reminding us how precious our children are.
Best,
Jeff and Allison Johnston
Parents to Charlie (4) and Henry (2, HLHS)
Sweet, sweet, beautiful Gracie. You are a beautiful little girl and now a beautiful angel. Your family loves you so much it's tangible. You have touched my life for good. Thank you for being so willing to sacrifice so much and come to earth to touch and change so many.
My prayers truly are with you all at this time. I'm sure Gracie's spirit will always be within whispering distance.
Good night Gracie. Your life has been a miracle and your family has been an example to us all. Thank you!
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Goodnight sweet Gracie.
Ashley Wiley
Goodnight Sweet Angel Gracie Girl. Thanks for helping me be a better mommy.
xoxo
Brielle
You can know for sure that there were loved ones and the ONE on the other side saying"Good morning Gracie! Welcome HOME. Well done".
This is true, I know. PC
I will have your beautiful family in my prayers. May you feel comfort from our Father. Goodnight Gracie.
Good night Gracie. Oh my heart is aching for you and your family. But what a wonderful gift of organ donation. You will be able to give life now to another child. May God bless you during this sad time. But remember that your beautiful Gracie will be in the arms of our loving Heavenly Father, until you have the opportunity to raise her. May you be filled with peace knowing that you did all that you could for your sweet Gracie. Debbie Mitchell
Dear Gledhill Family,
Part of our mission here on earth is to leave a lasting legacy to those who we love and influence. As a Mother; I know that I hope to have touched those around me with love, kindness, greater understanding, empathy and COURAGE. Your little one came and accomplished all those things AND will find her eternal reward, PEFECTED in both body and spirit while she awaits your reunion.
All those things most of us have to work an entire lifetime to achieve, is Gracies to claim.
One cannot number the hearts that have been "turned to the father" through Gracies name and influence. Parent's are hugging children more, showing more patience and love to those around them, offering prayers and fasting with real purpose of heart.
What a tremendous legacy your Gracie girl leaves behind. Now it is up to you to live worthy of being reunited with one of Heavely Father's OBVIOUS Best and Brightest.
The Seiverts-Family of Ethan Dean; TOF
Im so sorry to hear of your loss. Today my Heart aches for you and your family. It has been almost 8 months since our beautiful baby boy Kimball has passed away and there are no word that can express how sorry I am for your loss. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prays. I hope that you can find joy in knowing that your sweet gracie is know in our loving savior arms. We pray that you find comfort and peace of mind these next few months are going to be the hardest months of your life. Please remember to look to one another for comfort and support. If you ever want to talk my email is tracy_fuhriman@yahoo.com
Again I am truely sorry.
sincerly, Tracy Fuhriman
Sweet dreams little Gracie. And may the arms of the Comforter wrap around this sweet little family. Families are Eternal....this I am grateful for. You will spend the Eternities with little Gracie and maybe we can meet her there. Goodbuy until then.
Thank you tom and michele for sharing such an amazing girl with the world she is truly an inspriation and made me a better person for knowing about her to slow down and cherish every minute she is good hands and will always be remembered Our thoughts and prayers are with your family today and always Rhiannon, Andrew, Dakota, Kayden and Gracelyn Morrison
Mother's Heart
I loved you from the very start,
You stole my breath, embraced my heart.
Our life together has just begun
You're part of me my little one.
As mother with child, each day I grew,
My mind was filled with thoughts of you.
I'd daydream of the things we'd share,
Like late-night bottles and Teddy bears.
Like first steps and skinned knees,
Like bedtime stories and ABC's.
I thought of things you'd want to know,
Like how birds fly and flowers grow.
I thought of lessons I'd need to share,
Like standing tall and playing fair.
When I first saw your precious face,
I prayed your life be touched with grace.
I thanked the angels from above,
And promised you unending love.
Each night I lay you down to sleep,
I gently kiss your head and cheek.
I count your little fingers and toes;
I memorize your eyes and nose.
I linger at your nursery door,
Awed each day I love you more.
Through misty eyes, I dim the light,
I whisper, "I love you" every night.
I loved you from the very start,
You stole my breath, embraced my heart.
As mother and child our journeys begin,
My heart's yours forever little one.
NO MORE PAIN SWEET GRACIE YOUR BEING HELD BY JESUS YOU beautiful angel. MAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND LOOK OVER THEM.
My prayers are with you and your family. Your sweet girl and her story has touched so many lives. I know that Heavenly Father will bless you with comfort and surround you with his loving arms. I am sorry that your family is having to go through such a difficult trial.
What a blessed family you must be to have such a beautiful angel come to stay with you, even if it was only for a little while... I don't know why you have been required to go through this trial, but may you always have Heavenly Father's spirit to be with you and know that your sweet baby is in a better place.
I need to go and hug my own Gracie Girl now. I always knew I loved my children, but thank-you for reminding me just how precious they are.
Many heartfelt prayers are with your family...thank you for sharing Gracie's journey with us.
~Stephanie(mommy to Braeden HLHS)
http://braedensheartjourney.blogspot.com/
I'm so sorry you guys didn't get more time with Gracie. I've been pulling for her and following the blog and was always excited when I got to post good news about her in the company newsletter. My wife has been touched by your story, too, and we both send our best to your family in this difficult time. Thanks for sharing Gracie's story with all of us. She is an inspiration.
-Charlie & Dara Lythgoe
Your sweet Gracie has touched so many lives. What a sweet blessing she has been to all of us. We are so sorry for your lost and will continue praying for your family. We love you!!
Goodnight Gracie Girl!! You are now a sweet angel. God bless you and your family!
I'm sorry for your loss but amazed by your gain. Having that sweet girl in your life was absolutely a blessing, a miracle, a gift. And for that, I'm so happy for you.
She passed on my Dad's birthday...I little irony for me as I was missing him yesterday. He's been gone 7 years and I was talking to him yesterday. I'll ask him to stop by and say 'hello' to your beautiful baby girl...
I found your link through Kaidence's blog. I can't imagine the pain you are going through. Please know that many of us are praying for your family at this time. Sweet Gracie is in the best place there is. She is one of the lucky ones to only have to be on this earth long enough to get a body. Thank goodness for the blessing that she has been and the influence she has had in everyone around her. Thank you for the great job you've done with this blog that makes us feel as if we are there with you! I cried this morning as I read this about your poor family. Our prayers are with you.
Your family is in my prayers through this difficult time. God bless you, your precious sons,and daughter. Thank you for sharing Gracie's story.
Your post brought me to tears! We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your family and we hope the Lord will embrace you in his love at this time!
The Pepper Family
TOM & FAMILY:
I AM SO SORRY, I CAN'T EVEN IMAGINE WHAT YOU ARE GOING THROUGH. PLEASE LET KNOW IF I CAN HELP YOU IN ANYWAY.
LOVE,
MCKENZIE
I, too, was made aware of your blog as late as last night, by my daughter. Upon reading the last posting up to that point, I was compelled to read & see through precious photos your baby's entire life-on-this-earth story unfold. I did so with complete awe for your courage & generosity in sharing the tendermost feelings of your hearts throughout this bittersweet journey, as well as with overwhleming gratitude for the all-encompassing eternal plan of our Heavenly Father.
What a legacy your beautiful daughter leaves for us all--certainly each person touched by your sweet baby will have a clearer understanding of what it is that matters very most--loving each other, making every moment count, taking nothing for granted, & maintaining an eternal perspective.
I have a very tender picture in my mind of the time when you each will have the chance to embrace your tiny one again--to see her smile, to hear her laugh, to squeeze her dimpled little hands. What joy there will be! Meanwhile, may the angels keep her...and may your entire family feel the loving arms of the Comforter ever so close.
A stranger deeply touched, I, too, bid this tiny angel "Goodnight Gracie."
With much love,
KK
I know there are no words but please know that your Gracie is an inspiration to many. Many God bless your beautiful family always.
Bless your hearts and your family. It was w/ heavy heart last night I went to bed knowing what kind of day you all must have had. I don't know personally and can't imagine. I know the only thing that helps is knowing she is feeling great and will always be an angel in heaven. God bless!!!
We are heartbroken for your loss. We continue to pray for your family. Please know how grateful we are that Gracie's story showed the world how precious life is. Thank you for showing that parents need to fight for their child's life and that life is sacred. Hopefully people will see the sacredness of life through Gacie's beautiful one. Every child that is conceived needs a chance. Thank you again, for being such wonderful parents and for giving Gracie a wonderful life. I know Heavenly Father is happy to have her home, but rejoycing that you gave her a chance and that you loved her completely.
I came here yesterday for the first time and cried as I read about your sweet Gracie. I am so sorry to hear about your loss of this precious little Angel. Gracie has touched so many people in her short time here on earth. She is truly a gift from God and although your heart is broken, remember you will hold her in your arms once again soon. Prayers are being said for the whole family for peace and understanding and especially for comfort.
Tom,
You are an amazing priesthood holder, I feel your love for your family, your wife, your kids and especially Gracie. I always loved reading your post knowing what a great dad you must be. You have every right to say "Good night sweet Gracie", until you see her again. Thank you for letting me be apart of this little miracle.
G-night sweet Gracie and God bless your family!!!
As I sat with my 12 week old daughter last night & begged her to go to sleep for Mommy's sake ~ I thought of sweet Gracie. I remembered what a precious gift we have in our babies and how this time with them is so fleeting. Instead of begging her to sleep, I played with her hands & watched her sweet smile ~ and prayed for a peace for your family that surpasses all understanding. Please know that your Gracie's life touched my daughter's life and my heart as her mother. She reminded me to slow down & appreciate even the frustrating moments, and for that I will always be grateful and humbled by Gracie's example.
Thank you for sharing her story, thank you for sharing your daughter.
I took my boys to the Draper Temple Open House. As we were walking through the Celestial room my thoughts turned towards your family and Gracie as I explained to Talmage that this room is to represent our goal of returning to our Heavenly Father with our families for eternity. ETERNITY is so BIG, mortality is so small...although we FEEL it is so big with our tiny mortal eyes. I want to meet Gracie too, someday. I know we all will. My testimony has developed a new sphere as I have shared a piece her life. She has permanently stamped my heart and my experience here on earth.
My heart is so sad. Good Night Gracie. Lot's of love to your momma, daddy, and brothers and sisters. May you have comfort.
What an amazing story! I am so sorry for your hurt but am so glad you have had a year to know this little angel. I don't know you, but just by looking at her pictures I can feel her spirit. I just found this blog a few days ago and it has put life in perspective for me. Thank you, thank you so much for sharing your story with me. May God bless you and watch over your family during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you and we can't wait to meet this angel someday. She truly is a Valiant Soldier! And I can say the same about your family...what Valiant Soldiers you all are!!!!
How blessed you have been to hold your Gracie for so long, although I've been praying along with you that it could be many years longer. Sometimes it's so hard to give into Heavenly Father's will. We've been praying that you would feel peace and comfort on this, the hardest day of your lives. I'm sure Gracie will be there for you now, as you've been there for her over this past year, whispering words of comfort and encouragement. Keep fighting Gledhills! Go Gledhill family! We love you!
Love,
The Mason Family
in Mesa, Az
I am so glad you posed this. it is so wonderful to see how much faith you guys have. I know it was so hard saying goodbye to our Logan and reading your story about saying good night to her every night was exactly what we did and still do too. You guys were so blessed to have her as I am sure you already know. I know that my son influenced us in the short 8 months he was here with us. Isn't it so neat that we know that we can see our children again?! I am looking forward to the day I can pick him up kiss him and raise him in a perfect world. your daughter was a sweet and perfect spirit, you can tell just by looking at her. Heaven was needing a angel, they sure got one!
my prayers are with you!
My mom wrote this poem for us when he died and we had it at his funeral. you are welcome to make a copy if you want to!
Oh little child of ours
You came with such great light
We had only to look into your eyes
To know your depth of sight
You struggled from the very start
Each breath of life a strain
Those who loved and cared for you
Could sense your constant pain
But through it all your smile so bright
Warmed each heart close by
You had a spiritual aura
This, no one can deny
The doctors tried to mend your heart
We prayed this might be done
Your name upon the alter- perhaps
A miracle would come
A second operation
You endured another trial
We could feel your body fighting
Always with a smile
The nighttime was the hardest
As you tossed in restless sleep
Peace and comfort failed to come
And tears we all did weep
We loved you more each passing day
We wanted you to grow
And learn about the many things
We wanted you to know
When our family got together
A special love you’d share
There was always something about you
That made us happy you were there
Kesley, we could surely tell
Was the one you did adore
The closeness made us always feel
You’d known each other before
Your mother served you night and day
With a selflessness so rare
And your father, always close at hand
Had Priesthood strength to share
When the second operation failed
And a third was yet to come
Prayers offered to our Father
Finally said, “Thy will be done”
This took such great faith, Logan
For our arms ached so for you
We didn’t want to let you go
We had so much for you to do
Then a miracle did come to us
It was not the one we’d hoped
But the spirit came into our lives
And helped us all to cope
It gave us understanding Logan
That your mission was not here
It’s with others waiting for your love
In a holier sphere
They say that when a home is touched
By an Angel who lovingly came
Those who knew and loved him
Will never be the same
We send you to the arms of God
And we’ll thank Him everyday
That you were born to our family
If just for a very short stay
How glorious the gospel
How righteously we’ll trod
Our prayer is to reside with you
As you are a choice son of God
What a blessing she was to your lives. What a blessing it is for her to be sealed to you for all time and eternity.
May you and your children rejoice in the life she had with you here on Earth. You are in our prayers.
What an amazing, beautiful little baby girl. My heart is so sad for your family right now.
I am Praying for peace within your hearts. Good nite Gracie...
Ashley
What a precious baby girl! My heart breaks for your family. You will be in my prayers in the days to come.
Your story and family are an inspiration to so many. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Goodnight Gracie.
I have been reading Gracie Girl's blog for about a week. I found out about your sweet baby girl through a friend that e-mailed me to ask for my prayers. I have never left a comment until now. Know that your Gracie has touched more people then you will ever know. She has been on my mind and in my prayers since the moment I read her stories. Michele you are a GREAT writer and you will treasure these entries forever! Thank you for sharing Gracie's life on Earth with us. I know that when she went through the very thin veil that her (our) Father in Heaven and her (our) Savior held her and kissed her and welcomed her back home (along with other family memeber's). Gracie served her mission very well. I am adding a poem that has helped with the grieving in the past. I don't know if the girl who wrote it is LDS or not, but I just wanted to share it with you.
My prayers are still with you and your family.
Here is the poem:
Your Angel in the Sky
I felt your love each and every day
But in your womb I could not stay.
I’ve got my wings from Heaven above,
Now I’ll keep you safe and share my love.
When tomorrow starts without me,
Don’t think we’re far apart.
For every time you think of me,
I’m right here in your heart.
I know how much you love me,
As much as I love you,
And each time you think of me
I know you’ll miss me too.
God didn’t take me cause he’s mad,
He didn’t send me to make you sad.
But to give us both a chance to be
A love so precious…don’t you see?
Until the day you join me here,
I’ll love you Mommy, dear.
Each breeze you feel and see,
Will bring love and kisses from me,
When tomorrow starts without me
Please try to understand,
That an Angel came and called my name
And took me by the hand.
I know no matter where you’ll be
You will hold me in your memory.
Nothing but time will help these days go by.
You just need to remember,
I’m your angel in the sky…
By Becky Adams
Love, another stranger who cares!
I've shed many tears for Gracie Girl, she has made me love more and cherish the little things.
Gracie is watching over you, her very special family that took such good care of her while on earth. I'm sure she is rejoicing and feeling healthy and wonderful right now.
My prayers are with your family during this tough time, I am SO sorry!
Goodnight Gracie
I just read your blog for the first time today. I amweeping as I pray and ask God to comfort ou and bring even a small piece of relief to your broken hearts. I will continue to pray for you and your chidren.
Oh, Tom, what an amazing daddy Gracie was blessed to have. Many have had the privelege of coming to know this sweet mother and her precious baby through her blog. The tender feelings that she has so lovingly and generously shared with so many have been such a strength and comfort to so many. Tom probably isn't known as well to many of the readers. I'm sure you can tell from his tender post last night what a wonderful man he is. I have known Tom since he was 14 years old and every decision he makes is made out of love--whether it is service to the Lord, the way he loves Michele or the tender care he offers to his children, they are all made with the deepest and most abiding kind of love. Gracie couldn't have asked for a more perfect family, one that such a beautiful spirit was blessed to be born into. Oh, little Gracie, your pure, perfect life has blessed all of us in more ways than you can imagine. Goodnight, sweet baby girl.
What a sweet, precious baby girl. You are so right- Heaven is so much sweeter now.
Your family is in my prayers, I know this is a long road you will be on, but I pray God's peace would surround you in a way that surpasses all understanding.
What amazing strength your family has. Gracie was well blessed to have you as a family, as you were to have her. What an amazing girl.
My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
You and your family are in our prayers and we have truly been blessed by reading about your beautiful sweet girl.
Goodnight sweet Gracie girl...your spirit will live on with your family!!! They need you to watch over them and help them through this tough time without you-
Rest in peace sweet baby girl!
My heart breaks for you and your family. May God's grace shine upon you all.
Rest in peace beautiful Gracie.
May Jesus bring you comfort like only He can! Praying for all of you!
Good night, Gracie Girl!
God Bless the Gledhill family.
The Tompkins Family
Mt. Pleasant, SC
I am sorry I didn't get to meet your princess, how darling she is! I am sorry you have to walk this crappy road, only the elite are members of this rotten club. While we are blessed with the knowledge that Gracie and Jersey live on it brought me no comfort, I want her here, now, with me! I found the comfort I was able grasp was that she is pain free, she can breath on her own, she is happy and she can twirl. Gracie is will be in every thought every day all day. She IS darling and is lucky she had you. I'd love to talk about and remember our angels together, you are welcome to e-mail or call anytime!! heidi.anderson@cox.net
Just found your blog yesterday. Please know that we are praying for all of you!
Blessings,
Lori
I don't think I have ever seen another blog with so many comments. I have never met you guys. I heard about your little gracie from a friend on facebook and also work with one of the other heart patient's Grandpa. My heart aches as I write this. No more pain for little Grace, I seen the one picture on your blog with all her machines and I don't think I could count them all. Your family will be in my prayres thru these tough times. Amy
I am truly amazed at your strength, during a time like this. I will forever keep your family in my prayers and will tell everyone I meet about your beautiful sweetheart, Gracie!!
Goodnight Gracie!
I am so saddened for your loss. What a precious little baby she is.
I just read your blog and was deeply touched by your story! I am so sad about your loss and feel for you! You are in my thoughts and prayers!
The world is a more beautiful place because of people like you and a family like yours. I am a stranger to you-who has been changed by your story. Thank you. Gracie is perfect.
Goodnight Gracie! She has had a profound impact on my family. What a sweet spirt she is. May God bless and keep you.
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