Comments on Gavin Owens: Monday Update...

I just wanted to stop by and let you know I am thi...

2009-11-07T08:17:30.042-08:00

I just wanted to stop by and let you know I am thinking of you and praying for you all. God Bless you.

Donna/Angel_wings

Praying so hard for your beautiful boy and whole f...

2009-11-03T19:07:46.478-08:00

Praying so hard for your beautiful boy and whole family.

So thankful you've all made it home again safe...

2009-11-03T17:28:50.021-08:00

So thankful you've all made it home again safely! Here's to a quiet, peaceful & restful night for all in the Owens household. I'm sure you all need it.

I am praying for sweet Gavin. I heard of him thro...

2009-11-03T17:04:09.091-08:00

I am praying for sweet Gavin. I heard of him through another child's site. Praying God will heal this sweet baby's body.

HUGS!!

Erin
www.caringbridge.org/visit/braydenthomas1

(((Karen))) Thanks for sharing these wonderful pi...

2009-11-03T13:13:35.024-08:00

(((Karen))) Thanks for sharing these wonderful pictures of Madi and Gavin, they are so precious. She's one amazing little girl with such a big heart, you can see how much love she has for her brother.

Im praying so hard for all of you and have such high hopes that Gavin will get through this...then he can see what a wonderful home he has waiting for him. Every emotion you have right now is perfectly normal, how does a parent go through this...Im so sorry, its so unfair, its such a cruel disease...I wish I lived closer, I wish I could do something to help. I'll continue to pray for healing tonight and hope youll be home with your boy soon.

Heidi and Jack 6, Mito

I have read your blog for a year now. I have never...

2009-11-03T10:36:49.812-08:00

I have read your blog for a year now. I have never posted before but wanted to let you know that people everywhere are praying for you all and helping to hold up your burden to the Lord. You and Adam have been the strongest parents through all of this and I know you will continue to be. I pray that you all are home and Gavin is doing better. I know we serve an awesome God. I pray for you all and you seem to be constantly on my mind. Funny how never meeting someone you could do that but the only explanation I have is we are part of the body of Christ!
Love and prayers -
Amy Jonesborough, TN

what darling pictures of the 2 of them.. I too fou...

2009-11-03T08:00:39.558-08:00

what darling pictures of the 2 of them.. I too found myself telling my son to "just let her rest" or "don't get her stirred up" and that is one of the major things I regret.. he just wanted to set by and hold her hand.. I think its wonderful to let them have some special time together..she needs that too..

There are no comforting words, there is no magic potion to make you be less upset, to heal your wounded heart.. so instead, we will continue to pray for Gavin and for your sweet family..

Dearest Karen and family. God is using you all in...

2009-11-03T07:54:12.541-08:00

Dearest Karen and family.

God is using you all in powerful ways across the United States and world.

Gavin has touched my heart in a deep and powerful way.

I am grateful for you and your openness to share.

We are praying BIG and MIGHTY prayers for Gavin and your journey home.

Renee from sunny California

Sending love to you... {{{hugs}}}

2009-11-03T05:42:58.015-08:00

Sending love to you... {{{hugs}}}

I've watch little Gavin for almost 1 1/2 years...

2009-11-03T04:59:30.824-08:00

I've watch little Gavin for almost 1 1/2 years. I can not even try to understand what you are going thru. Know that there are many people praying for you and your family. The lord may take your son from you but he will never take the menories. He will ALWAYS be with you and some day you will meet again. Enjoy the time you have with Gavin.

Amen

I don't know that I could be as strong as you ...

2009-11-03T04:46:56.976-08:00

I don't know that I could be as strong as you seem to be. I admire that in you, but hurt for you so much to even have to be in such a place to try to be so strong.

I am sorry. No words can make things better...... I almost feel frustrated and angry for you. It just isn't fair, but I know we don't have the right to ask...for we are not promised another day, and for that I know I am thankful... but I can't imagine as a parent to know what possibly lies ahead and the thought of accepting it.

I am praying for you and your family and that little beautiful boy.

Your daughter is so beautiful and you can see the love and her natural nurturing way for Gavin. She touching him so sweetly and gentle. And the look in her face is of a women much older than her... and sweet wise and old soul she appears to be in these photos.

I think it is a great idea to give her special moments and time with her little brother. My son is 8 and my daughter 18 months, and I love more than anything to see how they truly love each other. A bond so different and so unlike anything else.

She is older now and this will be a big hole in her life (and is) too.

I wish I lived closer, I would love to come and take family photos of all 4 of you. Maybe you can get pictures taken of all 4 of you in your new house.

Big hugs mommy.

Sending so many prayers to you all... God's...

2009-11-03T04:16:27.181-08:00

Sending so many prayers to you all...

God's peace,

Amy
mom of ^^Arden^^ (NBIV, forever 3), Grayson (almost 3) and pending Bucher #3

A siblings love .. unconditional.She has watched a...

2009-11-02T21:43:54.805-08:00

A siblings love .. unconditional.She has watched and learned to love with compassion and grace.She has learned from the best.Sending you strength Karen and praying for home.

I just started reading your blog recently. I am h...

2009-11-02T21:08:41.211-08:00

I just started reading your blog recently. I am heartbroken...I am praying that God will heal Gavin...I have a three year old son and today I cried with you just thinking of "what if that was my son" going through my mind. I want you to know that you are all constantly on my mind. I've been checking your blog all day. I will continue to lift you all up in prayer.
Jennifer in CA

Sending wishes of clarity, hope, peacefulness and ...

2009-11-02T20:32:22.604-08:00

Sending wishes of clarity, hope, peacefulness and good health to go home.

Hang in there!

Those pictures are so very sweet. And don't have any regrets you have quite a few wonderful pics of those two together!

as always you are an amazing mommy and daddy to yo...

2009-11-02T19:43:12.940-08:00

as always you are an amazing mommy and daddy to your gorgeous babies! praying for comfort and peace among the many things we pray for. our hearts are filled everyday.

I was thinking of Gavin constantly today! My heart...

2009-11-02T19:33:10.133-08:00

I was thinking of Gavin constantly today! My heart is aching for you guys! I hate the fact that such a young boy can feel so much pain! I pray for peace and healing for you, your family, and Gavin! I think you guys being at home will give Gavin such peace. Give him lots of hugs and kisses! God will guide you through this Karen.
-Amy O'Connor
Gilbertsville, Pa

What a gift it will be to rest at home and heal th...

2009-11-02T19:18:33.838-08:00

What a gift it will be to rest at home and heal there and love there and pray there...

Know that our family here in GA is doing our best to support you from afar with many many prayers and well wishes...

Thanks for the update.

Tiffani

Crying to detachment is normal. While you should ...

2009-11-02T19:05:36.140-08:00

Crying to detachment is normal. While you should not ignore yourself I hope you don't feel a need for a lot of self-analysis.

Their time together...not easy to measure the benefits, but I believe in the benefits.

Barbara

It is so beautiful to see Maddie with Gavin. What ...

2009-11-02T19:04:31.645-08:00

It is so beautiful to see Maddie with Gavin. What an amazing young lady you have raised. Your courage and strength always amaze me. Please know we are praying for you guys and you never leave my thoughts these days.
love always,
Chelle

Karen, I am a friend of Jill Heintz. I have foll...

2009-11-02T19:01:48.317-08:00

Karen,

I am a friend of Jill Heintz. I have followed your blog and loving story of your beautiful son (and family) for a long time. I continue to pray for you all. My heart goes out to you. I'm sure Ally is one of the many angels who is wrapping her love around you all. I continue to pray for God's will and peace for you. Both Gavin and Madi have brought so many smiles to complete strangers. May you feel the love surrounding you.

Lynne (Pittsburgh)

my prayer for you, Karen, is that you lean into Go...

2009-11-02T19:01:37.799-08:00

my prayer for you, Karen, is that you lean into God. i pray that He surrounds you with that peace that surpasses all understanding. regardless of the outcome, may you not become bitter with God. just know that you are being held up by the prayers of many of God's people. you are loved. thank you for sharing your precious family with us.

You are an amazing mommy, your faith is amazing!!!...

2009-11-02T18:54:50.539-08:00

You are an amazing mommy, your faith is amazing!!!!! Thinking of you.. and praying you all get to go home and have time together, and some peace for Gavin...

lots of love sent to you all...xoxo

Praying for home, sweet, home.

2009-11-02T18:52:40.652-08:00

Praying for home, sweet, home.

It's so wonderful that Madison and Gavin have ...

2009-11-02T18:51:53.240-08:00

It's so wonderful that Madison and Gavin have special time together! I will continue to pray for healing and peace for your family.

BIG hugs - Tiffany