there are no words
I wish I could properly express to every single one of you what your comments and e-mails mean to me, but I'm not certain I could properly convey my gratitude, my love for all of you.
Whether you comment, e-mail or just visit. Thank you for caring so much for me, my family and James and Jake. Every communication that comes through to me from you feels like someone patting me on my back, telling me it's going to be okay. And I believe you, it will be okay.
I don't know what I did to deserve this blessing that is my blog, or the bigger blessing that is ALL of you, but I am so grateful for every ounce of it.
I do not take a single one of you, whether I have met you or not, for granted.
You have been my lifeline and for that, I thank you. I am in debt to you. I am in awe of you.
From the very depths of my heart and soul - I love you and I thank you. You are my friends, whether I have shared a cheeseburger with you or an e-mail, you are my friend.
If I could host a big ol' blog party, you'd ALL be invited. I'd even sing for you.
or not.
But I probably would. Just so you are warned.
Thank you. Thank you. THANK YOU.
I have a fun announcement coming tomorrow - which is what this blog has been missing lately - FUN. (I'm not pregnant and I'm not giving away a trip or ice cream or anything like that - it's just a blog announcement. But that's still fun. Right?)
See you then, my friend.
Can't wait to hear your announcement!! Take care!! Erin
Posted by: Erin | May 12, 2008 at 05:19 PM
Blog party sounds like fun! Woohoo, I 'll bring the punch!
Glad your spirits are lifted.
Take care of yourself.
Posted by: Barbara | May 12, 2008 at 05:27 PM
Ooh, I love a surprise. Will definitely check back tomorrow to find out what your announcement is!
Posted by: Lora | May 12, 2008 at 05:27 PM
So glad we could help - and that it made a difference!
Looking forward to the news!
Posted by: Emily | May 12, 2008 at 05:29 PM
Can't WAIT. Fo realz.
You are so sweet to give back by posting this thank you. I think people love hearing that they helped, I know I do.
Posted by: To Think Is To Create | May 12, 2008 at 05:45 PM
Blogging is so great isn't it? The friends you make. You're awesome.
And even though I'm already in on the news, I can't wait for you to announce it!!!
(I LOVE what you did to my blog. It's amazing!)
Posted by: Sara | May 12, 2008 at 06:06 PM
Always glad to help someone in need. I'll definitely be back tomorrow!
Posted by: Melanie | May 12, 2008 at 06:07 PM
Fun is good. So are parties. I hope we can arrange a real-life big bloggy party someday.
Steph
Posted by: Adventures In Babywearing | May 12, 2008 at 06:43 PM
I love your blog. I don't always comment, but check it almost daily.
Can't wait for a fun announcement!
Posted by: Tracye | May 12, 2008 at 06:53 PM
Dear Beth... Even in your saddest moments, your perfection of humanity comes through. And your beautiful humor is always a step away. Your children are so fortunate to have you as their Mommy, and Jake and James see this each and every moment too. I hope you understand the impact that you have on everyone you meet.
Can't wait for your news!
xo -
Sharon
Posted by: pinksandblues | May 12, 2008 at 07:02 PM
Beth, your blog touches people. It really does. My best friend from high school lost her baby at 19 weeks (we were the exact same week in gestation). She has been reading your blog for a while but is not a poster...not even on my blog (so don't feel bad). I know she has been glad to just read someone else's words who understands how she feels. Anyway, your good days and your bad days matter to others. You really touch more people than you know. Hang in there!
Posted by: Emily | May 12, 2008 at 07:10 PM
i'm in for a big ol' blog party with cheeseburgers.
and Beth singing George Michael.
yeah
I too look forward to the exciting, fun news!
Posted by: crookedeyebrow | May 12, 2008 at 07:15 PM
Can we have chocolate?
Posted by: Darla | May 12, 2008 at 07:28 PM
You deserve every ounce of goodness that the world has to offer. I probably sound totally corny, but hey, I don't care AT ALL.
Posted by: Becky | May 12, 2008 at 07:34 PM
Singing?? SWEET! I'm there. Hugs to you today. You know what you did... you are you, plain and simple. You let us into your life and for a reason that is bigger then all of us we found you. Weird how this internet bloggy thing works.
Posted by: Jessica | May 12, 2008 at 07:51 PM
Yay! Announcements. :D Can't wait. Don't thank us...thank you - you have an awesome blog.
Posted by: Deconstructing Jen | May 12, 2008 at 07:59 PM
I love blog announcements... :) Can't wait!
Posted by: Rebecca | May 12, 2008 at 08:08 PM
Oh Beth I wish I had read your Blog this weekend. My thoughts and prayers were with you. What a hard day it was for you... I am so happy to see that today appears to have been better. Can;t wait to hear about the big surprise!
and Wow a bloggy party now that would be fun, but lets do it here in florida where there is sun and sand!
Posted by: Aimee in Port Orange | May 12, 2008 at 08:13 PM
Beth,
I think we all owe you a thanks. We all love you and your blog is the greatest. I check on you almost daily and hope each and every day is a better day. I will wait for that cheeseburger at Red's someday hopefully soon..
Love ya,
Shantel
Posted by: Shantel | May 12, 2008 at 08:34 PM
Sorry for my spelling error..We own you a thanks.....lol
Posted by: Shanel | May 12, 2008 at 08:35 PM
Bloggy party sounds fun....I can bring the pasta salad...
Posted by: Rhonda (Mimi) | May 12, 2008 at 08:38 PM
Beth, I missed your blog from yesterday. My heart just breaks for you. I'm so glad today is better. I wish I had all the comforting words in the world to give to you at this moment. I just want you to know how often you are in my thoughts. Just tonight I was watching Food Network and they had cheeseburgers on there and I thought of you. LOL!
I can't wait to hear about the surprise! :D
Posted by: Aimee in Dallas | May 12, 2008 at 08:39 PM
We get our compassion and give our love to you because we are so awe inspired by your strength, courage and ability to keep charging. This love that is shared through this blog is a great big circle of friendship. The love,strength and encouragement keeps going around and around. You inspire us as much as we inspire you. What a great circle to be in!! :o)
Posted by: Amy | May 12, 2008 at 09:02 PM
Sometimes I think, should I leave a comment? Is the author even going to read it? 100 people before me have already said the same thing; does she really need to hear it from me too? But you make my thoughts, even if others before me have already expressed the same thing, seem so valuable. Thank you!
Can't wait to hear the announcement!
Posted by: Caley | May 12, 2008 at 09:05 PM
I think I should be thanking you... but, thank you for being greatful for me.. :D it's nice to love and be loved... :D
Posted by: Heather @ Desperately Seeking Sanity | May 12, 2008 at 09:06 PM