Jan. 31, 2008 - May 7, 2008
Today, things took a turn for the worse. I do not have the energy right now to post much. The doctors did everything they could but sadly she did not make it through. I was able to hold her and tell her how much I love her. Nate was at work but drove down as fast as he could. This is so unbelievable to me. She was doing awesome. It feels like a bad bad dream that I can not wake up from. So unreal. Thank you all for all of your prayers.
Do Not Worry
15 years ago
44 comments:
I am so sorry Amy and Nate. You and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Melissa Sions
I am so so sorry. I know that there are no words to make you feel better at this time. Just know that we will be praying for you and your family.
Amy & Nate - so very sorry to hear about Ava's passing, I have so enjoyed reading your Blog about Ava and Kaden since your Dad gave Wilson the information, know that even though Ava's is with the Angels now, I will keep you and yours still in our prayers!
Nathan & Amy ~
I am so sorry to hear about Ava. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Brent & Kara Ronnebaum & boys
My prayeres are with you and your family.
Take care,
~ Teresa ~
I don't even have the words to begin. I am in complete shock. I wish I could run up there right now and just hug you guys and let you know how much I am so sorry for this loss. I am praying for you and thinking of you always. I wish there was some words or something that I could do. Just know that we love you guys and our hearts are breaking right now for you and Nate and Kaden. I am just so so sorry.
Love and Prayers Always
Megan
I can not stop my tears. I was so sadden to see your update. I have been praying for your family for months now. I do not want to accept that my prayers were not answered the way I wanted. Nate and you are so strong and your faith is an inspiration to me. When I think times are hard for me I just have to remember you or read an update in your lives and realize how easy I have it. Thank you so much for sharing your life and struggles with us. Your trust and faith in God has made me even stronger. I will continue to pray for you and your family. God has called your little angel home and now she will truely be able to fly. She was so very lucky to have such loving, special parents. May God hold you in the palms of his hands as you go through this difficult time in your lives. Sheri and Terry Mueting, Corning, Kansas
My heart is completely broken all over again. I never thought that this is what it would come to. Ava put up such an amazing fight. There are no words that can bring true comfort to your hearts. But know that God loves all of his children, especially our perfect little babies...her wings are beautiful just as she always will be!
We want you to know we are here for you in every way. I am a little restricted to the KC area, but please please do not hesitate to call or email or whatever. And when you are ready we want to get together. We had very special babies, that brought us more joy than anyone could ever imagine was possible. Now they are our special guardian angels. Keep God as your strength, he will help you get through this time of need. May God bless you all!
Ava Rae, precious baby girl, rest in peace...we will see you again someday, but until that day you will NEVER be forgotten!
We love you!
Micah, Jason, Gracie, Angel Gabi, and Kinsley
Nate, Amy and Kaden
I'm so sorry to hear about Ava. What an amazing little girl she was. Jennifer kept me posted on her and remember you'll always be in our prayers. God has another little angel with him. She was lucky to have such a blessed family. You are in our thoughts and prayers always.
Allen and Arlene Henry & family
There are no words to help or to describe the impact Ava had. Not only on you but all of those close to you and even those not so close that we're drawn to you by your incredible little girls fight!
I wish I had more eloquent words but all that keeps popping into my head is "THIS SUCKS!"
We love you guys and do not hesitate to call on us for anything at all!
I have been reading your blog for many months and praying for you, Ava and your whole family. I was so drawn to your story and the amazing strength of your beautiful children. Ava's life has made an impact on not just your family and friends but many people you don't know, like myself. I am a Mother to 3 and my heart goes out to you tonight as I think of the love a Mother has for her children. What a wonderful and strong Mother your amazing daughter had in her short time. I wish you peace, comfort and continued strength in the coming days. God bless...
Amy and Nate,
I am so tremendously sorry for the lose of Baby Ava. We didn't know wachother very well but I kept up with you and the babie through the blog and Megan. She called a little bit ago with the terrible news. Just know that we are prayig for you and the rest of the family. I pray for God's strength and love to surround all of you in this time. Love and prayers.
Praying for you. Asking God to give you strength. Thanking you for allowing so many strangers, like myself,into your lives.We are changed because of it. We are better people because of Ava and her strength . God will encircle you and carry you when you become weary. You are loved. She is forever loved
I've visited a few times before, watching Ava as Micah would post updates on Angel Gabi's page. I can't even imagine what you're dealing with inside. I'm so very sorry, and we'll pray for comfort as you move forward.
I am so sorry to hear this sad news. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Even though she was only here for a while Ava did bring joy to those of us who got to know her mostly through your loving blog.
Jana Oldham
Nate and Amy
As I read your post tonight my heart broke and tears started.. We have been faithfully reading your blog since Ava's birth.. Your Strength and Love for your children has truly been an inspiration to us.. We will be thinking of you during this difficult time.. She was so beautiful and will never be forgotten..
The Meade Family
Clint,Melissa and kids
I am just in shock, disbelief when I read the posting. You just posted the new pictures today and she looked good. I know the coming days will be very hard. I wish there was something comforting that I could say.
You are in my thoughts.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Bonnie Kramer
Amy, Nate and Kaden,
You don't know me but I have been following your story every day and your family has always been in my prayers.
My heart breaks for your loss.
Precious Ava Rae is an angel flying high and will never leave your sides.
Many Many prayers are coming your way from our family in Utah.
Amy, Nate and Kaden,
There are no words, I cannot think of a single thing to say except that we love you. My heart is so heavy for all of you and words seem so meaningless in a time like this. Other than to tell you how much we love you and how much your family means to us. I never met Ava, but through your blog and sharing your lives with the world I felt like we got to experience a little of her amazing spirit. If you need anything at all, please don't hesitate to ask.
You are always in our thoughts and prayers, big hugs from us both,
Jess and Halle
It's so very hard to understand
why one so small is taken,
leaving a Mom and Dad behind
with hearts so badly aching.
There are so many things in life
that no one really understands.
But the child you hold in your heart, God now holds in His hands.
Cared for and nurtured by the Father,she will grow and mature in His love, while angels guide and protect her in her Heavenly home up above.
They will tell her she was, oh, so special to you both, in every way ~
as they spend countless hours preparing for your reunion One Grand Day!
They will take her to the edges of Heaven and let her look, often, down below to see the Mom and Dad down here that she didn't get much time to know.
So as you gaze up into the sky,
know she's now in a Glorious place,
and maybe she's looking back to you ~ searching for a smile upon your face.
For I'm certain that in her little heart it grieves her to see you so sad, for she knows she had the very best ~
The world's greatest Mom and Dad!
by Ferna Lary Mills
Amy, Nate & Caden: My heart is so saddened by the loss of your precious Ava. May God give you all the strength that you will need to get through the coming months & days. Our prayers, as always, will continue to be with you and your family. God Bless You All and May You Find Peace.
I am sorry, I don't know what else to say. I am speechless. If you need anything, let me know.
Mere words, however kind,
can't mend your heartache:
but those who care and
share your loss wish you
comfort and strength.
May you find your strength
in the love of family
and in the warm embrace
of friends.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Tammy and Dean Martindale
(Kay Nocktonick's daughter)
SPECIAL ANGEL IN HEAVEN
There's a special Angel in Heaven
that is a part of me.
It is not where I wanted her
but where God wanted her to be.
She was here but just a moment
like a night time shooting star.
And though she is in Heaven
she isn't very far.
She touched the heart of many
like only an Angel can do.
I would've held her every minute
if the end I only knew.
So I send this special message
to the Heaven up above.
Please take care of my Angel
and send her all my love.
~Author unknown
Amy, Nate and Kaden,
I am so sorry to hear about Ava. I can't believe she is gone. It seemed like she was doing so well. I have been reading your blog for about 7 months now. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I can't imagine the pain you are going through. Ava was an angel on Earth and now is an angel in heaven. She was a beautiful baby and touched many people. She touched people whom she had never met. I don't think there has ever been a baby that has fought harder than Ava Rae. She brought joy to so many people. She gave people hope that miracles happen. May God hold you close in this heartbreaking time. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Angela
Amy, Nate & Kaden,
I was laying in bed tonite recounting the moments of the busy day I had and realized I didn't check on Ava today. As I began my nightly prayer for her, I had this strong urge to get out of bed to come check your blog. Now, my tears can't stop falling! That beautiful baby girl I watched you nurture and love when I was there last week... as we learned more about one another in her room; I cherish every minute of that day! Amy, we shared so much and I want you to know I'll be here for you in any shape or form that you need me to be. I have never stopped praying for her and I never will. Yes, today's she was blessed with wings from God, but forever she will be an angel in your hearts (and everyone else's too)! I love you all so much and wish I could take your pain away. Ava, you will not be missed, sweet baby girl!
We are all deeply sadden for your loss and are at a loss of words! I am so sorry for your loss! If there is anything we can do for you please don't hesitate to ask. You and your family will remain in my prayers!
Amanda Ratcliffe
Riley County Police Department
Dispatch
I have been following your blog since Ava was born. I just checked this morning & was surprised to see how good she looked in the pictures you posted. She is so beautiful. I was shocked to see the update that she had passed away. I am sorry for you and your family. You have been an inspiration to me, showing how strong you are with your kids.
Amy, Nate & Kaden - I'm so sorry for the loss of Ava. Like many others, there are no words to help ease the pain. We will continue to pray for you and your family. May God continue to be with Ava and all of you.
I am so sorry for your lose. Our church prays for everyone. We have a list of all of the children and their families on all the websites. As we know that only thru prayer can we make it through our deepest hurts.
We will continue to pray for all of you. May God hold your hand through. God Bless you.
We are so sorry for your loss, your whole family is in our prayers. I would like to share a poem I wrote for a good friend of mine who lost her 22 month old son.
Look Mommy!
Look at me mommy.... can't you see?
Out of millions of people, God's chosen me.
I'm an Angel now, in heaven above
I can watch over you, and all those we love.
And look Mommy look, I have a new friend!
He's someone real special, that God did send.
You'll never believe it, he's our family too
He'll always be with me, but right now we're with you.
He says you need strength, so you need us around
We're here for you Mommy.... but look what I found !!
There's so many toys and boxes of things....
but best of all, I got my own wings!!
God says I earned them, 'cause I was so good. I came home when he called me, just like I should.
So look Mommy look, I'm an angel above, I will watch over you and all those we love!
**Written by Joani Vessar
(In loving memory of Jack, and all little ones who God calls home.)
I am so sorry Amy and Nate. We are praying for all of you in your loss.
I don't know any words that can say what you all are going through.
But we know God will be there holding your hand.
Our prayers and thoughts are with your whole family.
I am sorry to hear about your loss. Know that you are in our prayers. May your daughter rest in peace. She is a beautiful little angel.
Nate, Amy and Kaden~ Although we haven't ever met, I was Madison's CCD teacher this year at St. Patricks in Corning and have heard alot about your special angel!! From the moment she was born through most of her little life..we prayed for her a lot in class and I will continue to pray for your family now. God must of needed another Angel, he sure got one! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Denise Koch
I do not know what to say, except that I am so sorry. What a shock. I wish that there were something we all could do to change things, but know instead, that we are praying for you all and we will be thinking about you constantly. I am so sorry.
Ashlea, Paul and Caden
Nate and Amy
Today during briefing I was informed of Eva's passing. I want to express my sincere sympathy. I pray that the Lord will be with you through this very difficult time. I can't express in words what I really feel my heart is in pain. Nate and Amy and Kaden God Bless you all. Heaven has a new Angel.
I have been reading your blog for a while now. I am a fellow Heart Mom to a daughter with HLHS and am part of the CHD Families Group here in KC. Every time that I checked in on you guys, I was rooting hard and was so deeply saddened to hear this news. While I have never met you, I do know that Ava will always be a precious little girl who had more fight in her than most people do. I will continue to keep you in my thoughts & prayers during this time.
Alexis Bossi, mom to Laney (HLHS)
Carepage: BabyBossi
As I wipe away my tears, I want you to know how extrememly sorry I am to hear this. I am a friend of Micah's and checked your blog regularly, keeping you all in my prayers. I can't even imagine right now what you are going through but I pray that God will heal your pain. She is not fighting anymore. I never will completely understand why things happen the way they do. I don't even know what to say. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Christy Havard
Amy, Nate, and Kaden,
I’m so sorry to hear about Ava. I know there are no words that can help ease your pain. Just know I’m thinking of you. I’ve enjoyed looking and reading your blog the few times Melissa has showed it to me. May God hold you in the palm of his hand, and Angels watch over you. My prayers are with you and your family.
“Let the children come to me. Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of God belongs to such as these. I assure you, anyone who doesn’t have their kind of faith will never get into the Kingdom of God.” Luke 18:15-17
Jennifer Falkner
I am so sorry for your loss. Ava was a beautiful girl. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Suzie Smith
Lily's mom
Prayer in Sorrow
God of all consolation,
in your unending love and mercy for us,
you turn the darkness of death into the dawn of new life.
Show compassion to your people in sorrow.
Be our refuge and our strength to lift us
from the darkness of this grief
to peace and joy in your presence.
We ask this through Christ, our Lord.
I know that you don't know me but I work with Jessica & we are really good friends. I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. You and your family are in Jessica's work groups prayers. May god make you stronger in this time of need. If you or your family need anything please let me know.
Suzanne Franzel & the whole Fed State Compare Unit
I'm so sorry! sending prayers of comfort to you.
I am so sorry. There are no words to express my sympathy.
I left a prayer request on asherandjacobsfriends.com website. I cannot leave your blog link due to privacy issues. If you want to go to their site and add your family to their list then your link can be viewed by all who go to the site. My prayers are with you.
I only just found your blog, linked through Chelsea's, and I am so sorry to hear about Ava. You're in my thoughts.
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