tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post3275732823417255242..comments2024-02-13T15:08:41.663-05:00Comments on PitterAndGlink: {A Bit of My Heart and a Free Printable}Pitter and Glinkhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15319142318248595961noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-45929357110709287802014-09-13T21:47:27.084-04:002014-09-13T21:47:27.084-04:00I completely get your yoyo! I stumbled across you...I completely get your yoyo! I stumbled across your blog in looking for an image of this verse to put in my memory verse photo album for verses I want to learn this year. Its actually the memory verse for BSF this year. ♥ I have been married for 12 years this month...no babies and not enough funds to support lab costs to make it happen. I became bent on adoption but not my hubby. I fell in love with Royal Family Kids Camps (www.royalfamilykids.org) and just recently God really impressed upon my heart that I just need to seek Him with all I have and He'll bring me into His plans for me. I know He's called me to love kids so for now I just volunteer to love the kids I get to meet at Royal Family Kids summer camps in my state. It's an amazing feeling to know your love is making a difference in a child's life and that fills a big gap for me. God bless you!Bought At A Pricehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17183329130427045718noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-20883252703265778232012-09-04T14:54:04.446-04:002012-09-04T14:54:04.446-04:00Bethany, As someone who had over 5 miscarraiges a...Bethany, As someone who had over 5 miscarraiges as well as 5 kids and who was looking for answers, I discovered that giving up gluten can be a help. Gluten revs up our immune systems and I would encourage you to consider it.<br /><br />I also had to use a baby aspirin with my last pregnancy. <br /><br />God is good and knows the plans He has for you.<br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-85081193038869430352012-07-23T21:54:13.489-04:002012-07-23T21:54:13.489-04:00Hello Bethany I came across you blog through Pinte...Hello Bethany I came across you blog through Pinterest. I just happen to stumble on this post and was just touched. I love the scripture, it really encouraged me. Thank you. As I read your post I am reminded of Hannah in 1 Samuel chapter one. She stayed faithful and prayed. When she poured her heart out to God and promised him to give her son back to the lord, God heard her and open her womb and her son changed lives and heard from GOD during a time where hearing from God was rare. I believe in an all powerful God. I know he has heard your prayers and he is waiting for that time to show his awesome power. 1 Samuel chapter one is powerful chapter and shows nothing is impossible for God. Stay Encouraged! :-)Handmade Designhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12123740332318693514noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-76123289502848822462012-07-15T11:00:12.231-04:002012-07-15T11:00:12.231-04:00Hello Bethany, I just discovered your blog because...Hello Bethany, I just discovered your blog because someone had linked your printable. I was blown away....your words described EXACTLY how I feel. We attempted a reverse vasectomy for my husband in April 2008, which was about 18 years after he had the vasectomy. I got pregnant in September, only to have a miscarriage 6 weeks later. I believe I had two more miscarriages after that, and haven't been able to get pregnant since then (January 2009) due to scar tissue that built up at the "reconnection points" in my husband. I have been so sad, angry, depressed in horrible up and down patterns for the last 3 years. I would cry for days at a time (yes, staying home from work) and hiding it from my husband because he already felt so guilty. I didn't think I would ever get over the grief of not being able to have children. I still don't know. But finally there seem to be more good days than bad. It's just terribly hard when no one else in my family has had even one miscarriage. They all get pregnant at the drop of a hat -- even my sisters-in-law, one of whom is expecting her 8th child. The hardest part for me is that I don't have any friends. I feel I cannot relate to most women who have children, and it seems they feel awkward around me talking about their children all the time, which I understand -- it's a huge part of their life. I guess I just wanted to say thank you for sharing and being vulnerable. If it's ok with you, I would like to pray for you. I pray God blesses you with the desires of your heart! <3<br />MichelleMichellenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-89292172250390049302012-07-14T15:16:35.827-04:002012-07-14T15:16:35.827-04:00I just found your blog through your guest post at ...I just found your blog through your guest post at Unrefined By Design. I love your crafts, and I love how you shared this struggle and the awesome printable. I struggled to get pregnant when we first decided to try. Everyone got pregnant--including my brother in law's girlfriend! I did eventually get pregnant, and had a beautiful daughter. Then when we tried to get pregnant again, I had a miscarriage. I love how this printable could apply to that situation, and a lot of situations with children, too! (I was blessed by God with twins after the miscarriage.) God knows what we are going through. I think of a great song by Andrew Peterson, "The Silence of God" and how Jesus never forgot about the sorrows that are carried by the hearts that He bought. Keep in mind that He knows what is in your heart, even when it seems like everyone else does not. I hope this rambling comment helps rather than hurts the situation.<br /><br />I am your newest subscriber! I look forward to reading more posts!architectureofamomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01032778926323893317noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-35921327178314995762012-07-12T11:30:56.928-04:002012-07-12T11:30:56.928-04:00Thanks for sharing this great verse! God is lovin...Thanks for sharing this great verse! God is loving and faithful...I'm sorry for your hurts...two of the four girls in my family struggled with this...one adopted and one ended up pregnant. God's plan for both families was perfect! Not easy, but perfect! Saying a prayer that God will use your beautiful printable as a blessing to many! Sharing at my party on Saturday...XO, AimeeAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03030486890028138837noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-81775103179293931992012-07-11T16:51:13.786-04:002012-07-11T16:51:13.786-04:00Isn't it confusing why God doesn't just DO...Isn't it confusing why God doesn't just DO what we WANT him to DO and know he can do, sometimes?! I think pouring your heart out before Him is exactly what He desires, no matter the circumstance, and trusting His plan. Love this printable and verse, too. Pray you will continue to find hope and comfort in His word.<br /><br />Please consider sharing this touching post & lovely printable at our (Hearts)&(Homes) link party at www.mercyinkblog.com <br /><br />blessings to you,<br />laurenLauren @ mercy(INK)https://www.blogger.com/profile/13792176066056809755noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-9885350578427570842012-07-11T16:03:14.402-04:002012-07-11T16:03:14.402-04:00Hello! I just stumbled across your blog. And was t...Hello! I just stumbled across your blog. And was touched. I know full well the range of emotions you are experiencing. My husband and i struggled with infertility as well. Then the Lord led us to Snowflakes, which is an embryo adoption organization. There are over half a million embryos frozen across the U.S. Snowflakes is a wonderful christian organization that matches adoptive families with donating families. The best part is that YOU get to carry the child! Anyway i would highly recommend it. We now have two sons through this blessing. Prasie Jesus! Check it out through Nightligh Christian Adoption, Snowflake division. blessings!<br /><br />ErinJon and Erin, Hudson & Paxton & Dashel https://www.blogger.com/profile/06038195884830756552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-34418358253535559272012-07-08T21:32:31.925-04:002012-07-08T21:32:31.925-04:00Love this printable! Thanks! I struggled with infe...Love this printable! Thanks! I struggled with infertility as well. I went to the fertility specialist twice and after the amount of tests they talked about running, I didn't go back. It wasn't because I changed my mind about having a beautiful baby but I decided to leave it in God's hands. I went home and spoke to my husband and basically told him that maybe it wasn't meant to be for us to have children. After all, I had some family members that never conceived. We had plenty of nieces and nephews we could shower with love. I think about the time I accepted this and started planning a vacation for us, it happened. I got sick. Felt horrible for weeks. Coworkers kept asking me if I was pregnant and I actually started getting mad at them because I knew it wasn't going to happen and it was like they were rubbing it in. I was pregnant though and I feel blessed everyday. Don't give up hope. God will be there for you when the time is right. Praying for you =)Kristinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00037857559104725006noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-19223777983370306692012-07-08T16:01:04.132-04:002012-07-08T16:01:04.132-04:00I love this printable, Bethany! Thank you for bein...I love this printable, Bethany! Thank you for being so transparent. I know there are so many who can relate & who are comforted by your story. <3 Heidi Rew from Parties for PenniesHeidi Rewhttp://www.partiesforpennies.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-27110009812073689032012-07-08T07:11:32.217-04:002012-07-08T07:11:32.217-04:00I can't say that I understand how you feel, be...I can't say that I understand how you feel, because I don't but I am praying for you! I have a friend that was told she could never have children naturally. She just gave birth to her 3rd child. First children being twins. God is a God of miracles! He has a wonderful future ahead of you and I pray you will embrace that! Much love and prayer sent your way!Katie @ Made to be a Momma. https://www.blogger.com/profile/17151856096483120820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-75880560555848896172012-07-08T01:17:48.473-04:002012-07-08T01:17:48.473-04:00I cannot honestly tell you I know how you feel, be...I cannot honestly tell you I know how you feel, because I don't.<br />I am glad that you have the Lord in your life and you are trusting in Him.<br />Thank you for the free printable. Whenever I look at it it will remind me of your story, and I will say a silent prayer for you and your family.Toqua's Craftshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01914178334225158203noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-84788147148600807932012-07-07T23:19:34.516-04:002012-07-07T23:19:34.516-04:00This is absolutely beautiful. I'm glad you are...This is absolutely beautiful. I'm glad you are clinging to the Lord and trying to trust during this time. I can't imagine it is easy. I have had so many friends struggle with infertility. Your mom heart is there though, and I know the Lord has a heart for adoption. I have seen so many women transition to a heart for adoption too because of their struggle with infertility. Perhaps that is what God is pulling you toward now. Whatever his plan for your future, keep trusting, and I'm sure you'll figure it out. I just said a quick prayer for you. In Him, JodiMeaningful Mamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06120792256368228134noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-29495706289648358022012-07-07T22:56:03.866-04:002012-07-07T22:56:03.866-04:00I love this printable! Found you on Flamingo Toes,...I love this printable! Found you on Flamingo Toes, and had to stop by. I just recently got interested in printables, and am decorating a brand new home, so thanks for sharing this!Kara Ehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00273533748436087022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-43130158597763942472012-07-07T11:57:53.043-04:002012-07-07T11:57:53.043-04:00Thank you for sharing this. I can relate on every...Thank you for sharing this. I can relate on every level. What He has in store for us is better than anything we could dream up on our own. xoxo,<br /><br />Johnnie<br /><a href="http://savedbylovecreations.com" rel="nofollow">Saved By Love Creations</a>Johnniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01172421110059534206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-48493874746217734362012-07-06T23:35:49.572-04:002012-07-06T23:35:49.572-04:00Your relationship with Christ is such an inspirati...Your relationship with Christ is such an inspiration! You are an absolutely amazing person... Inside and out!! You WILL be an amazing mother one day, God just wants the timing to be perfect! Don't ever lose hope, wait and see what the Lord has in store for you for the best is yet to come!!! (:Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-45882926040323661252012-07-06T11:14:27.079-04:002012-07-06T11:14:27.079-04:00I read this in a book: "Hardships are the Lor...I read this in a book: "Hardships are the Lord's greatest blessing to the believer. Without them we would love the Lord only for what He does for us. Our troubles teach us to love Him for who He is." (The Preacher's Bride by Jody Hedlund) It sounds like you have discovered that, and what a testament to our faith it is! I pray God continues to give you strength, and strengthen your faith, amidst this very difficult time.Beccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00868699575132758063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-55419214094189708992012-07-06T10:40:18.745-04:002012-07-06T10:40:18.745-04:00Love, love, love your printable! Trusting in His ...Love, love, love your printable! Trusting in His promises, waiting for His perfect timing and walking His path for our lives is NEVER easy! I'm in awe of your upbeat attitude in the midst of the pain. What a godly woman you are. I'm sending you prayers of hope, strength and answers!Michelle Paigehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04372152613160591215noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-31109202260577807532012-07-06T09:08:04.521-04:002012-07-06T09:08:04.521-04:00Our Father, which art in Heaven, Hallowed be Thy n...Our Father, which art in Heaven, Hallowed be Thy name.<br />Thy Kingdom come.<br />Thy will be done, on Earth as it is in Heaven.<br />Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us,<br />And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil,<br />For Thine art the Kingdom, and the Power, and the Glory forever.<br />AmenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-76538635782141417022012-07-06T05:07:51.720-04:002012-07-06T05:07:51.720-04:00Bethany, I really feel for you all the way over he...Bethany, I really feel for you all the way over here in Australia. I don't want to appear condescending in any way and know that you probably have considered all avenues already, but on the off chance that you haven't thought about homeopathy, please give it some thought. Sometimes the alternatives can bring you pleasant results. All the best whatever you decide and know how brave you are to share this most personal thing with us. More hugs and warmest regards. Tania.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-41705070188116453502012-07-06T01:59:42.228-04:002012-07-06T01:59:42.228-04:00Love your print...thanks for sharing your story. I...Love your print...thanks for sharing your story. I can relate...as I have had 5 total pregnancies (only 1 of them being successful...thank GOD for my angel baby, Luci). But I lean on my Heavenly Father and my scriptures for strength. I just want you to know that you are in my prayers, and you are so right...God does have a plan for you! And it's a great one :)Kara @ Mine for the Makinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01161638876525152994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-56988660981656859242012-07-06T01:31:26.080-04:002012-07-06T01:31:26.080-04:00We just adopted our little girl in May. I too, at...We just adopted our little girl in May. I too, at my one of my lowest points, claimed Jeremiah 29:11. I praise God for His divine plan, even when we feel as low as possible, He still is God. Remember He has plans to prosper you! Claim it and pray it. :) Praying for you in Nebraska.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-29920157991847528892012-07-05T23:47:04.885-04:002012-07-05T23:47:04.885-04:00Bethany,
As usual you are showing what a loving, ...Bethany,<br /><br />As usual you are showing what a loving, faithful and generous soul you are. Even in the midst of your own pain and struggles you are reaching out to all of us, sharing your story, but also offering encouragement and these printables. It speaks volumes about what type of person you are and how strong your faith is! I wish for you everything that God has planned and I thank you for being such a good friend to me.<br /><br />Hugs and prayers,<br />MaureenMaureen Hayeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01825595311970223353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-88861715864143927832012-07-05T22:47:35.256-04:002012-07-05T22:47:35.256-04:00Thanks for sharing this wonderful verse. While I c...Thanks for sharing this wonderful verse. While I cried every time I saw a pregnant lady or a baby for a year, God did make my fertility issue a thing of the past. I pray yours will be, too, one way or another. A friend at church had a prayer meeting for her infertility and that God would show them how He wanted them to proceed. I had such a strong sense she would be a mother, not necessarily by pregnancy, but surely. They adopted 4 Filipino children, now teens, one is in his native country for another month, others + Dad have come home from mission work. I hope I've offered you some encouragement. Remember, with God all things are possible. Love, JanetAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3160354680114065884.post-29782413682422795132012-07-05T20:31:15.429-04:002012-07-05T20:31:15.429-04:00I am sending prayers and lots of love. I felt led...I am sending prayers and lots of love. I felt led to share my cousin's story with you about never giving up hope!! My cousin and his wife tried for almost 20 (yes, twenty) years to have a baby. She had numerous miscarriages, but they never gave up hope. Many tears were shed, but they kept believing. Then the miraculous moment happened, and they will celebrate their daughter's second birthday in August. His wife still posts frequently on FB Jeremiah 29:11, For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. God knows and understands your pain and frustrations. Even though it's hard for us to understand sometimes, everything is in His perfect timing. <br /><br />Thank you for the beautiful printable. I had to pin that. I always need that constant reminder. HUGSKathyhttp://www.lifeonlakeshoredrive.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.com