Friends and Family Guest Book
The many thoughts, prayers and notes of encouragement we have received from family and friends have been a very special blessing.
Blessings
Christine
26 Oct 2009
I came across your website by accident. I do not know your family but I have to say, I have never felt so drawn to a family like this in a long time. I sat at my computer desk reading every word that you wrote, allowing my eyes to drop heavy rain onto my sleeves while I sobbed to my husband. Your faith has grown my own personal faith with God. It has shown me a different side to the intense, passionate love that God has for us. He feels our pain and lifts us up in it. Thank you for sharing your story. I feel that HE has an ultimate plan and purpose for your life and what a beautiful gift to be able to share it with the world. You truly have a gift of sharing your heart. God bless you tremendously!
today
paige
20 Oct 2009
Becky - today i was thinking of you guys again... emailing with a friend whose loss is still so fresh.
Wanted to say how much your family has impacted me - in the way i mother, the way i think about eternity & the way i love My Faithful Father. May God bless you today.
Doris
27 Sep 2006
Hi,
Just came across your website as a result of your sister posting it on our friends' site who just lost their baby (she had Trisomy 18 as well) last week. I cried at your openness, your beautiful words of love and, and especially your steadfast trust in a sovereign God whose ways are not always easy to understand and follow. May God bless your family richly for this beautiful testimony!
With love in Christ,
Doris
Edith
24 Sep 2006
Hi,
I heard of this site through your sister who left a message on my friend's website, dedicated to their baby whom they lost to Trisomy 18.
Your story and your courage made me cry. It is so wonderful though that in Christ we know there are no good-byes!
Sooner than we think we will be re-united with all our loved ones that we've lost. You'll be with your daughter, I'll be with my two siblings I never met, and my friend will be with her baby sister again.
God bless you and keep you.
In Christ,
Edith
psalm 121
marilyn
13 Jun 2006
i sure love you, your tremendous courage and strength is so amazing. im so glad you have eachother as you hold on in our fathers hands. im always here for you. love and prayers ~ your sister marilyn
Father Watches
Shirley Sloan (Paige's Mom)
01 Jun 2006
He makes the rose an object of His care
He guides the eagle through the pathless air
And surely He remembers me
My Heavenly Father watches over me
I'm so sorry to hear of your fresh sorrow. Father must be creating something very special in you when He allows this suffering in your life. Trust Him. He is good.
your website.
stephanie, paige's sister
09 May 2006
i sat and read and cried. i'd heard your story while it happened - i have a bulletin board by my back door with pictures, names, people to pray for - and you've been on there for months. even after little kelly went i thought you would still need someone praying for you. Thank you for letting your heart be broken, for being honest and vulnerable in a world that prizes teflon plastic emotionless sound bites. I admire your family so much for standing firm for what was best for your little baby and for letting the master potter mold you, even though it was (and still is, i'm sure) hard to stay pliable. May God continue to bless you and encourage you, to use you and to give you light, laughter, His joy and peace that pass understanding..
travis and stephanie fehler, wyatt, haven, silas, luther, anaia, and baby ulysses...
Baby Kelly
Laura
10 Apr 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that Jesus will hold your family in his arms and give you everything you need. Thankyou for sharing your story, and your faith with us. God be with you.
15 Feb 2006
YOUR STORY HAS TOUCHED ME IN A GREAT WAY AND EVEN THOUGH I DO NOT SHARE YOUR FAITH, I STILL SHARE YOUR FEELINGS.
Dear Family:
Peter Kok [pastoral care Fleetwood Place]
13 Aug 2005
I was so sorry to hear the story that Kathy relayed to me about baby Kelly. I was so encouraged with what Kathy told me about your witness at Childrens Hospital. What a blessing you are and what courage you have shown to those around you. This is truly "living for Jesus".
I sincerely offer you my deepest sympathy, and encourage you with Psalm 23:4 F
Baby Kelly
Kimberly Thompson
13 Aug 2005
Dear Bernard and Becky,
Kelly was so beautiful in the pictures. SHe looked so peaceful and content. I read over the whole websit etwic eot make sure i didnt miss a single detail about her short but lovefilled life. The day my mom told me she was born I prayed for her hoping that she would pull through and that i would get to see her small face and hold her tiny hand in mine. I love you all. Try to be strong in this hard time, and remember that even though his actions might not always be clear, God does everything for the best.
Love cousin Kimberly<3
Encouragement
Hans & Diane Briner
12 Aug 2005
Was very touched with your story of Baby Kelly.We do not know you personally,but do know your mother& grandparents on your mother's side.
Since reading your story, I was lead to encourage you with Is. 41:10
"Fear not, for I am with you;
Be not dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you,
Yes, I will help you,
I will uphold you with My
Righteous right hand."
Every day is a gift.
Zully
10 Aug 2005
Hola Becky
Is me Zully, I am so proud of you, I have seeing you growing since I meet you, your strong faith, and loyalty to your King " Jesus " I was encoraged by your journay of faith.
I learn from the las 5 month, to cry, to laught and to make each day as it is the last.
One day afther my son Jonathan was born Feb 17th, my mother in law was in the hospital in so much pain, few week later we have a unexpecting news that she only has 3 to 6 months of life.
Th last 2 months we were so stress out, cry out to God for a miracle, searching from the Bible and so much prayers, Please Lord make a miracle, but yet our reality was different.
I was having some babyblues, and crying was my only wapon in my hands,I feel better every time I did. As I hold Jonathan I ask the Holy Spirit to ministry my spirit.
Zully it is okey to die and cry.
Jesus did!
When we die in not truly the end, and it is just the beging of the hope for a better life that we have in Christ.
We make 3 trip to Kelowna in less of a month just to be with mom. God bless my with a opportunity
feed her, take her to the bathroom, hug her and cry till we don`t have more strengt.
I was calling her Noemi(Spanish)Ruth mother in law.
I was telling the story of Ruth and she request to me, Please Paray for me, I want to go home!
I ask her this is the hardest request, I will pray that the Holy Spirit will make this pray for the both of us, as the Bible said, The holy Spirit help ua in our weakness, How shall we pray?
Finaly our heart was fill with his peace.
Its okey to die, its okey to Cry!
July 17 my Jonathan turn 5 months old, mom peacefully she went home, she was trying to said something, them Arnie ask what you need mom?
he came near to her and she softly was saing " I love you" He understood that mom was ready to go and saing goodby to him.
He pray " God please forgive my mom for her sins " In that exact moment she give up her spirit.
The reality of heaven is death! now we try to explain to David what` heaven mean and why Grandmom in not in B.C. any more.
Life is diferent, every day is a gift.
Lord Teach me how to die!
Bless are those who mourn!
Jesus understand!
I am praying for you
Scott Burnett
10 Aug 2005
Hi Bernard and Becky,
I've been thinking of you a lot and praying that God will continue to give you the comfort of His Spirit.
What a blessing to have been able to love her for the time God gave her with you. What a comfort to know she is laughing and playing and running and singing in her eternal home. What a hope to know that you will be able to join her there in God's time.
You'll continue to be in my prayers.
Yours in His family,
Scott
Bernard, Becky and Hailey
Michelle
09 Aug 2005
Ecclesiastes 3:1-8
There is a time for everything.
There's a time for everything that is done on earth.
There is a time to be born.
And there's a time to die.
There is a time to plant.
And there's a time to pull up what is planted.
There is a time to kill.
And there's a time to heal.
There is a time to tear down.
And there's a time to build up.
There is a time to cry.
And there's a time to laugh.
There is a time to be sad.
And there's a time to dance.
There is a time to scatter stones.
And there's a time to gather them.
There is a time to hug.
And there's a time not to hug.
There is a time to search.
And there's a time to stop searching.
There is a time to keep.
And there's a time to throw away.
There is a time to tear.
And there's a time to mend.
There is a time to be silent.
And there's a time to speak.
There is a time to love.
And there's a time to hate.
There is a time for war.
And there's a time for peace.
All my love and prayers,
Yours sister,
Michelle
Precious verses
Arlene
08 Aug 2005
"Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. For just as the sufferings of Christ flow over into our lives, so also through Christ our comfort overflows." 2 Cor. 1:3-5
"See that you do not look down on one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father in heaven." Matt. 18:10
"The Lord gives strength to His people;
the Lord blesses His people with peace." Ps.29:11
To dearest Becky, Bernard, and Hailey
Charlie & Arlene Letkeman and family
08 Aug 2005
Dearest Becky, Bernard, and Hailey,
I've just attended the funeral for Kelly, and have once again seen the strength and deepest of love that you have, first for our precious Lord, and then radiating to all you meet. I've also read Kelly's story and marvel at the depth of your love, strenghth, and vulnerability, before our gracious Lord. You ARE being mightily used of Him, even in the midst of great grief, and I'm so convinced He has amazing, incredible, steps of life for you ahead, shining for Him. Continue to allow His deep comfort as He holds YOU, now in the palm of His hand. with great love in Jesus
To my Family
Henry McKay
07 Aug 2005
It has been very encouraging to watch these two loving parents care so much for their baby. I am blessed to have met Kelly, she has touched my life. It is amazing how the body of Christ is so strong. Kelly was loved so much by family and friends, but God loved you first. Thank-you God for this family you have placed me in, and for all the blessings you have given us. I love you Bernard&Becky, Hailey&Kelly
Love from Uncle Henry
Praying For You All
Sarah Offer
06 Aug 2005
May the comfort of knowing God is with you be a comfort to you in your time of loss. I would like to leave this verse with you. Psalm 46:1 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.
Thy Will Be Done
Granny & Granddad Thomas
04 Aug 2005
“Surely God could not entrust you with any greater gift and responsibility than to put a new little life into your hands.”
Thy Will be Done – Edgar Guest
“I’ll lend you for a little time, O child of Mine,” he said
“For you to love the while she lives and mourn for when she’s dead.
It may be six or seven years or twenty-two or three,
But will you, till I call her back, take care of her for Me?
She’ll bring her charms to gladden you and should her stay be brief,
You’ll have her lovely memories as solace for your grief.
I cannot promise she will stay, since all from earth return
But there are lessons taught down there I want this child to learn.
I’ve looked this wide world over in my search for teachers true,
And from the crowds that throng life’s lanes, I have selected you.
Now will you give her all your love, nor think the labor vain
Nor hate Me when I come to call to take her back again?
I fancied that I heard them say, “Dear Lord, Thy will be done,
For all the joy Thy child shall bring, the risk of grief we’ll run.
We’ll shelter her with tenderness; we’ll love her while we may
And for the happiness we’ve known, forever grateful stay.
But should the angels call for her much sooner than we’ve planned
We’ll brave the bitter grief that comes and try to understand”
This comes with much love and prayer.
Bernerd, and Becky
carie
04 Aug 2005
May you find comfort in God's promise, " He is with you always.." May you feel His arms around you. holding you. You are a real encouagement of God's awesome comfort and strength. We are praying for you.
Ken, Carie, Travis and Robyn
Kelly
Dan VanDam
03 Aug 2005
Marilyn has been keeping me informed of what has been going on in your lifes. Im very grieved to recieve my last email from her. My heart reaches out for you both and your kin. I don't know how or what it would be like to suffer such a great loss. I feel as if my prayers have been counted as loss. But there is always the hope for a new life to come agian in your love for one another. Father be with my friends, place your hands on them i pray.
for Kelly
paige
03 Aug 2005
Bernard and Becky ~
Each life is precious. No matter how small. No matter how fragile. You have made decisions for your little Kelly based on a knowledge that God and God alone is the giver and taker of life. May Kelly's life... and that of her parents... serve to bring glory to God ~ and may God comfort you today and always. We are looking forward to seeing you again.
Much love,
Neil, Paige
Cai, Sloan, Peyton, Charter and Mollen
Encouragement and Blessing
Tammy Loewen
03 Aug 2005
I have been praying for Your family and especially Kelly since I heard of her birth. Getting to know you this last year has truely let me see 2 hearts that are full of love and boundless joy. Kelly could have no finer parents than you.
Promises of encouragement from Isaiah...
They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength
They shall mount up on wings of Eagles.
They shall run and not grow weary,
they shall walk and not faint!!
Hold onto those "Eagle wings" and let God carry you and Kelly.
Our hearts are with you
Luc & Lana Chalifoux
02 Aug 2005
We've been thinking about you so much today and wanted to let you know that we love you guys. We feel a unique connection with you and Hailey as you grieve the loss of Kelly. We have been torn(as we were with Eden)between missing Kelly and not being able to meet her and knowing she's now completely healed. We look forward so much to seeing her in Heaven one day soon- as we are Eden.
We wanted to share some verses with you that we found very meaningful the morning of our son's funeral."Do not let your heart be troubled; believe in God, believe also in Me. In my Father's house are many dwelling places; if it were not so I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you. If I go and prepare a place for you I will come again and recieve you to myself, that where I am, there you may be also. And you know the way where I am going...Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled nor let it be fearful." John 14:1-4;27
A special passage for Lana in losing Eden was
1 Peter 1:3-9. Please read it and find comfort.
We're praying for you. We are here for you when you need to talk or ask questions. God will continue to give you all you need for every step. We know that is for certain. See you soon. Love, Luc & Lana
Praying for You
Nancy and Khay
02 Aug 2005
Dear Becky and Bernard,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve the loss of your precious baby. May the God of all comfort minister to you at this time and may you experience the peace that surpasses all understanding. And may you be filled with the joy and hope of knowing that one day you will meet Kelly again in our eternal home. And this time it will be forever!
love and prayers
marilyn
02 Aug 2005
"Be anxious for nothing but in everything, by prayer and supplication, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus our Lord."
"I lift my eyes up to the mountains, where does my help come from? My help comes from You, maker of heaven, Creator of the earth."
You have taught me so much, your so strong in the Lord. Miss you lots and pray for you often. Almost everyday there's someone here asking about you and missing you. Wish I could see my baby niece. It helps to remember that God is holding her in His hands. Wish I could hug you so bad. Love your little sister ~ Marilyn
life and living
Mary and Arthur Guite
02 Aug 2005
Dear Bernard and Becky, as you know, we just returned from Lebanon yesterday, after rejoicing with Sarah and Georges at their wedding. Lebanon is an ancient land, with many biblical connections. And in that land, we saw many churches, mosques, monasteries, shrines,and other places of faith. They are testiments to the power of faith and prayer. We add our prayers to those of yourselves, your friends and family members, as you journey with baby Kelly during her time on this earth. Love, Art and Mary.
1 Corinthians 2:9 ( Amy)
Amy
31 Jul 2005
To Becky,
This is a verse I think you need to know.
1 Corinthians 2:9
No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has
conceived what God has prepared for those who
love Him...
1 Corinthians 2:9
love your sister,Amy
Encouragment
Sarah Offer
31 Jul 2005
To Becky and Bernard
It was good to see you again and I would like to leave you with these verses. Romans 15:5&6 May the God who gives endurance and encouragment give you a spirit of unity among yourselves as you follow Christ Jesus, so that with one heart and mouth you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord and Jesus Christ.
prayer
Melissa Dueck
30 Jul 2005
I just heard of your story today, and I will be praying for all of you! ( I helped in GBF nursery for the last few years)
Becky and Bernard
Anna
29 Jul 2005
Dear Becky and Bernard,
I pray each night for you and Kelly.
I am glad she was born here so I could see her.
I think se is beautiful.
So tiny so small so loved by all...
God will take care of her.
Anna
Prayer for baby Kelly
Ellen hackett
29 Jul 2005
I am a friend of your sister Beth.Your Grandpa Smith gave my mother away when she was married. I grew up hearing of the strong and sustaining faith of your family in days long gone by. That same Jesus is holding you all in His precious hands. I pray that God will touch Kelly with His healing and that you all will feel His presence at this difficult time. I am praying for Kelly and your family.
Ellen Hackett
In the Potter's hands
Jesse Gates
29 Jul 2005
Becky and Bernard,
You are one of the bravest couples I know. My prayers are with you and your family through the ups and downs. Kelly, keep fighting!
Love,
Jesse
dear Becky
brianne
28 Jul 2005
Becky,
I am your sisters friend.I hope that Kelly does well as I pray hope for her as much as you.I want her to live as much as you do.I wait for Amy and Anna's up dates as you wait for the docters.I will keep playing and wait as you do.I hope she can come back with you as much as you do.I have read her story and am excited as you to wait.I hope to see you on the street everyday.I have heared the the new news about kelly.My thoughts are with you.
-Brianne
Peace on your path
the Burnett family
26 Jul 2005
Dearest Ones, May the peace of the Lord continue to illuminate each step of your path. Your love for Him and for Kelly, the gift He has given, is an encouragement to all who know you. The beautiful way you have responded to her birth and life will have a huge impact on your whole life, will deepen and expand your soul in a manner nothing else could have brought about. We do not chose these ways. But the giver of all good gifts knows what we need and gives accordingly. May He continue to hold you all in the palm of His hand. I just realized that is a Truth you can now visualize so much easier after havng held dear little Kelly in the palm of your hand . . . Love to you, Scott, Sondra, Bethany, Abigail, Sara and Lydia
God bless you!
Bern & Danielle Farrant
23 Jul 2005
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.
Jer 29:11
No matter what the days ahead bring, know that the Lord has beautiful and amazing things in store for your family and for little Kelly-and that he will always be there. Lean on Him and seek his face always,He will not disappoint you.
God is Faithful
Ruth Stobbe
22 Jul 2005
Dear Becky and Bernard,
The Lord continue to bless you and those gathered around you as the Lord opens up His awesome plan for you and your dear family.The reflection of God's Love and faithfulness through you is making a deep impression on us all.May you continue to be refreshed and strengthened in your inner being as well as physically as you let His Peace and comfort flow through you both.
"Though the..........,yet will I rejoice in the Lord,I will be joyful in God my Savior.-Sorrowful,yet always rejoicing.-
We also rejoice in our sufferings."
Romans 5:3
Auntie Ruth
Words of Encouragement
Granny & Granddad Thomas
22 Jul 2005
Dearest Becky & Bernard, Watching you deal with your problems with so much grace, has been a great blessing to us both. We thank God for you and all that He is teaching us through you. Surely God could not entrust you with any greater gift and responsibility, than to put precious little Kelly into your hands.
"The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; and He knoweth them that trust in Him." Nahum 1:7
"Wait on the Lord: be of good courage and He shall strengthen thine heart." Psalm 27:14
Kelly
Heatther Wilson
21 Jul 2005
We love you Bernard, Becky, Hailey and Kelly. We pray for you daily and are standing by you,our brother and sister in the Lord, however we can in this time. You are a precious family and are an awesome blessing to each of us. We are in awe of God's sufficient grace and the strength you have in Him. We are so looking forward to seeing you and meeting baby Kelly, your precious little gift.
In constant prayer for Kelly and for each of you in very specific ways. Love from all the Wilsons.
Steve, Heather, Caitlin, Caleb, Chanelle, Jayden, Jenkin, Jewell, Cassidy and Jenevieve.
Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sam Metcalf and CRM
21 Jul 2005
May the Lord make his presence very real and powerful as you walk this journey. Our thoughts and prayers are wtih you.
A Very Special Priviledge ...
Ian & Kathy Daniel
20 Jul 2005
Mom & I have been ever so blessed to watch and witness the love that Becky & Bernard have shown beautiful baby Kelly, the care and sensitivity they have shown - each to the other's pain, and the dignity they have displayed to hospital staff and everyone around them. We love this wonderful young family -- and bless them as they walk, faithful to the Giver of all good gifts.
A Psalm
David
20 Jul 2005
Great is the LORD and most worthy of praise;
his greatness no one can fathom.
One generation will commend your works to another;
they will tell of your mighty acts.
They will speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty,
and I will meditate on your wonderful works.