tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2555377803207503556.post2089142563810237542..comments2024-03-08T03:28:47.993-05:00Comments on Thoughts and Prayers for Forrest Stone Allen: Update: 7:15pm on 6/1Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04769791734373766973noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2555377803207503556.post-40618092903455644202011-06-08T07:48:00.429-04:002011-06-08T07:48:00.429-04:00Rae,
You are such a good example to me for being ...Rae,<br /><br />You are such a good example to me for being a loving mother.<br />I have to tell you, your posts makes me have so many positive views about life.<br />Thanks for teaching me to be strong and positive.<br /><br />Love Hazel, James and RebekahHazelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04592014005133038342noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2555377803207503556.post-33492895230647678032011-06-06T21:48:13.543-04:002011-06-06T21:48:13.543-04:00I will hold this photo of you and your boys in my ...I will hold this photo of you and your boys in my mind and heart. You are amazing Rae, and your Forrest is too. I am also overwhelmed by the love and devotion of Austin. You must be so proud of both of them. Cling to what gives you hope and peace. God be with you.Pam Hallmarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12039220835147172360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2555377803207503556.post-38327051071593070232011-06-02T23:59:31.296-04:002011-06-02T23:59:31.296-04:00You are an amazing mum Rae! I can't imagine h...You are an amazing mum Rae! I can't imagine how hard this must be for you. You truly inspire me with your love and courage. <br /><br />Hang in there and we will keep praying! I'm picturing Forrest healthy and home:) We love you guys!!<br /><br />Kelly and FamilyKellyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06430928584684643786noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2555377803207503556.post-35664230381664716252011-06-02T19:55:17.524-04:002011-06-02T19:55:17.524-04:00I hear conviction in your post Rae, and it makes m...I hear conviction in your post Rae, and it makes my heart both glad and grateful. I have been praying for a return of hopefulness for you, and by extension, all of us.<br /><br />Some years ago, I prayed fervently for healing of a different kind for one of my children. It took awhile - exactly how long it needed to, likely - but, my prayer was answered. I was deeply moved by and clung to the following: <br /><br />Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. Mark 11:25<br /><br />This is the powerful prayer that you are making on behalf of Forrest. With joy and conviction, I will also pray for healing for Forrest fully believing that it has been given.<br /><br />With love and conviction,<br />ShannonShannon Davishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06558600851918303710noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2555377803207503556.post-81755617338639097402011-06-02T18:41:47.684-04:002011-06-02T18:41:47.684-04:00Go Girl! We will follow your example and i will re...Go Girl! We will follow your example and i will re read The Secret and start visualizing you all coming home with smiles. <br /><br />Much love,<br />GretchenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2555377803207503556.post-64092869505718979962011-06-02T10:22:36.483-04:002011-06-02T10:22:36.483-04:00I'm so glad that the doctor's have finally...I'm so glad that the doctor's have finally diagnosed the problem, thanks to Team 44 forcing them to check for pheumonia. I feel certain that things are looking up now, and that they will continue to improve. Our prayers are still flowing your way!<br /><br />Love, Wilbur and JoyceJoyce in Missourihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14804178259035777410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2555377803207503556.post-54317527940317349302011-06-02T09:04:38.528-04:002011-06-02T09:04:38.528-04:00Mum
Those of us who have followed Forrest's o...Mum<br /><br />Those of us who have followed Forrest's odyssey over the last five months have only been able to glimpse the physical and emotional roller coaster that is recorded in the pages of this blog. None of us can begin to fathom the daily struggle Forrest and Team 44 has endured. Those of us who are parents can only imagine what it is like to daily manage the team of experts and caregivers, sifting through choices of the lesser evil and sitting bedside by your child as they suffer as Forrest has suffered.<br /><br />All of us have marveled at your strength and endurance. As a family, you have amazed us with your ability to come together in a moment of crisis and hang together through this protracted ordeal. As Mum and Dad we have been awed by your ability to lead your family through this tough time. I am not sure which would be harder -- to be separated from Forrest as Kent has been trying to deal with the everyday challenges professionally while trying to constantly monitor Forrest's progress from afar and only able to be there in person to offer comfort sporadically, or to be there minute by minute directing the efforts of the medical team and watching the painfully slow progress as well as these agonizing set backs as they occur while dealing with your own professional challenges remotely.<br /><br />Throughout it all, your smile, sometimes through gritted teeth, and your positive outlook and attitude has been like the lighthouse on the rocky shores. Like the lighthouse, you have managed to emit a beacon of light which always seems the brightest on the darkest of days. You have not only managed to keep your family's ship safely off of the rocks, but you have been an inspiration to all of us who marvel daily at the brightness of your light.<br /><br />Rae, at some point even the lighthouse needs a new bulb or other maintenance. It is my hope and prayer that the combination of a change in venue and a move closer to home and your friends can provide you the new bulb for your lighthouse. I will not say do not despair, it would be impossible to go through this ordeal and not despair from time to time. I will say that, in moments of despair, remember the love and support of your husband and son, of your and Kent's brother and sisters, and of all of your friends back home.<br /><br />Please know we are all thinking happy thoughts for Forrest and Team 44. We are all visualizing the day when you guys are all together at BrightWood.<br /><br />Love<br /><br />The SelfesBrian Selfenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2555377803207503556.post-41312501134163325402011-06-01T23:53:56.529-04:002011-06-01T23:53:56.529-04:00Forrest,
We are sorry to hear of the latest setb...Forrest,<br /> We are sorry to hear of the latest setback you are having to endure! We believe in the power of faith, love and hope so many people are sending your way and that you will find a way to fight through this challenge. Hugs to you and your family for your determination and the wonderful support you have all given each other. Love and prayers to all, Bev, Frank, John and SusanBev Hhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13790740778348417938noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2555377803207503556.post-34894232138076143472011-06-01T23:21:06.263-04:002011-06-01T23:21:06.263-04:00My book group will read along too....and we are be...My book group will read along too....and we are behind you with those positives. And we are a prayerful group on your behalf too. Love you guys.Lynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09897986223110676500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2555377803207503556.post-41034655446593497332011-06-01T23:10:20.759-04:002011-06-01T23:10:20.759-04:00Positive thoughts and visualization are powerful. ...Positive thoughts and visualization are powerful. Am I'm already seeing you all at home, riding your beautiful horses and enjoying that phenomenal scenery. Blessings to you all.KathyAhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12723937251892708482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2555377803207503556.post-34941820614649097182011-06-01T22:09:35.530-04:002011-06-01T22:09:35.530-04:00We know you are on the upswing again, 44. The righ...We know you are on the upswing again, 44. The right meds fighting the nastiness that snuck inside you will definitely get you back on track, regaining strength, ready to work your way back. We can't wait to have all of you back at Brightwood. I am running out and buying that book! Many people I know have recommended it. Now I am going to read it with you!Middlebloggerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04663635759640627192noreply@blogger.com