tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post8505285624793434426..comments2023-11-02T07:25:58.447-06:00Comments on Mending Hearts and Bending Knees: Our Story Begins...Amy Koslowskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15614092149616333620noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-72687309003674256522012-09-11T07:02:58.859-06:002012-09-11T07:02:58.859-06:00Hi Amy,
I stumbled upon your blog last night, and ...Hi Amy,<br />I stumbled upon your blog last night, and I have decided to read from the start as I pray for you guys and your precious angel. Looks like I will be processing almost a year's worth of blogs in the next few days. Thank you for sharing your journey with the world! Thank you for being vulnerable. My name is Lindsey, and our journey with HLHS started in May of 2009, when we found out during a regular ultrasound that our unborn son (Liam) would be born with HLHS. We are in Ontario. I would love to connect with you (lindsey.j.bleach@gmail.com)<br />This journey is the hardest road we've traveled. The hurdles we've had to overcome are at times daily encounters. But in our journey, we have experienced first hand God's mighty hand of protection over Liam ever since then, and we have felt such rich blessings through our precious miracle boy. He will be three at the end of this month! Three years old and three heart surgeries! And he's impacted so many lives already! <br />May you feel a deep sense of peace covering over you as you are lifted up in prayer all throughout the world. that you may experience a peace which surpasses all human understanding, no matter what storm comes your way. that you may feel a peace that only God can bring you.<br />With tears streaming down my face and an aching heart, I will prayerfully read through your journey, begging God to work His healing hand over your baby. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-18616366027958530662012-04-30T13:59:17.502-06:002012-04-30T13:59:17.502-06:00Greetings. Someone shared your blog with me b/c t...Greetings. Someone shared your blog with me b/c they know I have a daughter with HLHS. She turned 11 in January. Sounds like you are related to T and J Buhay? They used to attend the same church as my family. We live near Children's Hospital of Phila in Pennsyvania USA. I can tell you that God has used our daughter and her special needs in AMAZING ways for His glory and our benefit...and I believe also the benefit of others. If you ever have any questions, let me know. In His love, Sybrina Knorr knorrfamily@comcast.netAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-2332169678121886522011-11-24T05:20:15.339-07:002011-11-24T05:20:15.339-07:00Amy... as my heart breaks for you and your family,...Amy... as my heart breaks for you and your family, God can mend Hope's heart. I hope His love washes all over your family.<br /><br />Also, the doctors told my parents during the entire pregnancy with me that I was going to have special needs and may or may not be a "functioning" person. Turns out, I don't and I am!! <br /><br />To this day my parents credit the prayers of what felt like the entire world on their side...<br /><br />I trust and know that God will work the same in your lives.<br /><br />"Take my hand and lead me further up within here<br />Deep inside Your heart, With in your soul<br />On my knees as I crawl steady up the incline<br />The glory of Your face and I can't stand."<br /><br />Jacqueline "Pepsi" BoydJacqueline Dolenzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12955425163204323274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-9594341803089153792011-11-23T08:51:05.421-07:002011-11-23T08:51:05.421-07:00Amy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yo...Amy,<br /><br />Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.<br /><br />Chuck, Stacey & Jacob<br /><br />"I tell you the truth, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, `Move from here to there' and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you."<br /><br />Matthew 17:19-20CA SR JAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07573762459679351924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-52276228125009822052011-11-22T10:24:37.458-07:002011-11-22T10:24:37.458-07:00Amy
I hope you will know that others hurt because ...Amy<br />I hope you will know that others hurt because you are hurting. I am praying for your unborn little girl - she is precious to the heart of God. "...God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong..." (1 Cor 1) May you have peace and courage for the journey ahead.<br />Love JaniceJanice Wilsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02011970468469224088noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-85885243789228186752011-11-21T18:01:52.948-07:002011-11-21T18:01:52.948-07:00Amy, Shawn and Sadie,
We've never met but I ju...Amy, Shawn and Sadie,<br />We've never met but I just wanted you guys to know that you are being prayed for daily. Thank you for so openly sharing your story with us and allowing us to be a part of this journey with you. We want you to know that you're not alone in this. I can see God's at work in this already in your sense of peace and your Godly vision. <br />I'm going to share your story at my churches next prayer meeting and continue to pray daily and keep checking your blog. There is so much power in prayer. We worship an incredible, almighty, God. <br /><br />Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us. - Ephesians 3:20Markhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15794761226848163117noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-28308090567174291002011-11-21T13:44:06.142-07:002011-11-21T13:44:06.142-07:00Amy... I do not know you but my heart goes out to ...Amy... I do not know you but my heart goes out to you and your family. My best friend's first baby was diagnosed with HLHS. They decided to continue the pregnancy, underwent an experimental surgery on the baby (in utero), and delivered at Brigham Womens hospital in Boston, MA. Yes, it has been difficult to say the least. Yes, "L" (the baby) has had countless heart surgeries since birth... BUT he is a bright, amazing, sweet, adorable little man who just started kindergarten this year. If you contact me privately, I will happily give you her (my best friend's) contact information. Having been through the exact same situation, she may offer you a different perspective. ~ missjomama@gmail.comMissJoMamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02183084945490428301noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-72105167403706298192011-11-21T09:43:52.835-07:002011-11-21T09:43:52.835-07:00I Amy, my name is Sarah. I know Ryan and Christen ...I Amy, my name is Sarah. I know Ryan and Christen through YWAM. I will be praying for you non-stop. I wanted to send you to my dear friend's blog. They had a baby with heart defects and down syndrome, and God did such amazing things through his 67 days of life. I would like you to glance at it, I believe you will be encouraged by how in control God is, how loving and gracious HE is...and, I don't know. I just think you will be blessed, even in this time of grief and struggle. God does miracles every day. Your baby will be a miracle! Mandy's blog is www.mandypelton.blogspot.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01665823858800024331noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-55870246039478399392011-11-21T02:53:02.236-07:002011-11-21T02:53:02.236-07:00Hi Amy, I'm Celeste, I'm Christen and Ryan...Hi Amy, I'm Celeste, I'm Christen and Ryan's neighbour. Christen told me a little bit then I found your blog through her FB page.<br />I'm also pregnant and I sit here reading your story with tears running down my face. I can only imagine what your going through right now and I feel so grateful that you have such a strong belief in God and his plan. God will carry you through. I am also praying for you and definitely believe in Miracles!<br />It was quite a shock to read the Dr.s first 2 options and I know that for me option 3 would be the only option.<br />Thank you for sharing. I am praying for you and your family.<br /><br />Celeste xcelemareehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10962966723699171149noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-67663870112575191802011-11-20T23:46:48.491-07:002011-11-20T23:46:48.491-07:00You don't know me, nor do I know you but a fri...You don't know me, nor do I know you but a friend of mine posted a prayer request on her FB wall and thats how I found out about you. I worked at the Edmonton Stollery Children's hospital this past summer, a place I am sure you will be spending much time over the next few years. there is an amazing Child health team there, and they will be a wonderful support for you as well as for your daughter Sadie and your unborn child. I will be praying for you daily as you begin your trek on this journey. It is exciting for me to know that you have God as your guide and I assure you he will be with you through it all. God bless you. I know things are tough but you are not alone.<br /><br />" I have loved you with an everlasting love, I have drawn you with loving kindness. I [God] will build you up again and you will be rebuilt. Again you will take up your tambourines and go out and dance with the joyful."Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-84216615052322323362011-11-20T21:24:54.473-07:002011-11-20T21:24:54.473-07:00Hi Amy,
Just saw this linked on your Mom's fac...Hi Amy,<br />Just saw this linked on your Mom's facebook page and we will be praying. Here is a link to another family in Calgary who has also travelled a similar road of heart problems with their little girl. I don't want their story to discourage you, but connecting with them and reading their journey may meet you where you are at in a very real way. <br /><br />http://rachelamariah.blogspot.com/ <br /><br />May God bring you only the strength he can provide, understanding and faith to trust in only him and a miraculous healing to your second little princess.Maxine Springerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00288160128527937701noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-75735537474761798112011-11-20T19:09:20.436-07:002011-11-20T19:09:20.436-07:00Amy, Shawn & Sadie...
Thank you for sharing ...Amy, Shawn & Sadie... <br /><br />Thank you for sharing your honest feelings and experiences in this blog. We are deeply encouraged and challenged by your faith & commitment to bringing glory to God in this situation. Your little girl is on our hearts and in our prayers. <br /><br />- Julia & Andy BayerJulia Bayerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04850087056169207489noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-82937170772488136492011-11-20T15:12:39.476-07:002011-11-20T15:12:39.476-07:00Amy!!
I read this blog yesterday afternoon when i...Amy!!<br /><br />I read this blog yesterday afternoon when it was on my homepage, and this morning at church we were singing 'Healer' and the entire time I had you and your precious little baby on my mind!! I am so very sorry to hear about this hardship that you and your family are going through. I work in the NICU at McMaster Children's Hospital and encounter very sad and difficult stories, but it never gets easier. My heart truly breaks for you all!! I just wanted to let you know you are in my prayers and I do believe our Beloved Lord IS a healer and that nothing is impossible for him!!!!<br /><br />I believe you're my healer<br />I believe you are all I need<br />I believe you're my portion<br />I believe you're more than enough for me<br />Jesus you're all I need!!<br /><br />Blessings!!!<br />Katie RobinsonKatie Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14415557489625406167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-22736007975894186152011-11-19T13:48:53.465-07:002011-11-19T13:48:53.465-07:00Amy, it's been a while - saw this posted on my...Amy, it's been a while - saw this posted on my sister's facebook. Just to let you know we're praying for you and your family!! this is heart breaking, but He is gracious and compassionate.thoughts and prayers for you!!<br />- Amy and Colemr. and mrs. hartinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03713038745017721767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-53357401804487629502011-11-19T10:33:08.880-07:002011-11-19T10:33:08.880-07:00Amy i am so touched by your story and i know that ...Amy i am so touched by your story and i know that this journey can seem impossible but God and only God's strength will allow you to find moments of peace! Embrace your feelings, know you are loved, and trust that God plans are much more powerful than ours! This story is so close to home with our little Sloane that the tears cannot express the feelings i feel for you and your family as you walk through these next few months and years!<br /><br />please know that we are praying for you as a family and desperately plead with God to mend your little ones heart! Your life will change but you will become an amazing beacon of light for the world through your strength and realness! Be sad on days when you need to be sad and smile on the days when your little one is here in your arms! But always embrace the truth of who you are and how this journey feels!<br /><br />Many hugs and prayers for you all!<br />Jill DonaldJillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14509469323571567095noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-77418441633825256972011-11-19T09:58:33.804-07:002011-11-19T09:58:33.804-07:00We'll follow your blog and join in prayer from...We'll follow your blog and join in prayer from Louisiana. God makes no mistakes.Chauvin'shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04025181276957534701noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-34244506551902086932011-11-19T09:51:06.197-07:002011-11-19T09:51:06.197-07:00God will hold you close through this!
Praying stre...God will hold you close through this!<br />Praying strength for you all ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥Joyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13036265643947876151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-69215603543040352342011-11-19T08:18:07.518-07:002011-11-19T08:18:07.518-07:00Dave and I are praying for you... we cannot imagin...Dave and I are praying for you... we cannot imagine what you are going through... Our God is so sovereign and He loves you so much. His heart is breaking for you in this time. Oddly enough, I had a dream last night and you were in it, Amy! The moment I saw you, I gave you a huge hug... I hope you feel it now.Mandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09231012833460937430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-16025891369563248852011-11-19T06:42:25.182-07:002011-11-19T06:42:25.182-07:00I've always admire you and always be. Your fai...I've always admire you and always be. Your faith in the Lord inspires me and many more I'm sure! We pray for you, Shawn, Sadie and her little sister. Thanks for taking the time to blog and keep all of us up to date. Love you.Letihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16605181041678688663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-44272427294105421382011-11-19T06:37:30.460-07:002011-11-19T06:37:30.460-07:00Our family will be praying you all of you.Our family will be praying you all of you.Ana Catalinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11205059912856787271noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-88002882116303432002011-11-19T00:34:27.533-07:002011-11-19T00:34:27.533-07:00Praying hard.Praying hard.josh+amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07085839929337399634noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1620800315071767228.post-40713317441138649822011-11-19T00:15:56.864-07:002011-11-19T00:15:56.864-07:00Oh, the tears are coming down my face. Ames, I'...Oh, the tears are coming down my face. Ames, I'm so sorry you and Shawn (and Sadie) are going through this. You sound so strong and clear-headed. I'm not sure I would be able to be as remotely sane as you are.<br />I keep thinking about the moment my O.B. told me that there might be something wrong with Kai's brain, and how God gave me a peace throughout that pregnancy, that could only have been from Him. I pray the doctors and U/S techs are so dead wrong, but one thing he definitely was wrong about was 'ruining your lives'. This won't ruin your lives. That's not the way our God works. I love you. I'm so glad you're blogging.Lindsayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07217748497049589155noreply@blogger.com