Sunday, February 20, 2011

Miranda, my beautiful angel...

I wanted to share some pictures of my sweet angel, Miranda, with you.  Your prayers and kind words have meant so much to me.


The consensus is that she got her mama's hands and fingernails.  Pretty little girl didn't need daddy's sausage fingers and horrible nails.



This was a ring that Sara bought on our vacation up to northern Michigan in October.  Her wedding and engagement rings weren't fitting her and she wanted something sparkly to wear.


Miranda is on the quilt Sara made for her.  Sara and Grandma Ware did the quilt stitching in November.







Wishing I could hold you again, my sweet angel.
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93 comments:

  1. Jaws2081February 20, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    Your daughter is beatiful... :-) im so sorry for the pain you are going through. My heart aches for you. I seen the accident 15 mins after it happened and I prayed for everyone to be ok. Wished I prayed harder. Sara sounds like she was a wonderful women, and Miranda (beautiful name btw) is adorable. You have the best gaurdian angels.. :-)

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  2. LaurelFebruary 20, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    Chad- my heart breaks for you. Thank you for sharing such beautiful pictures of your precious Angel Baby. She is stunning. Know that there are people out in the world thinking of you, praying for you and hoping for you to find peace in such a senseless time. There are no words that anyone can say to make you feel better, just know that you are in a lot of hearts. I'm so very sorry for your losses.
    Laurel
    Kissimmee, FL

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 20, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    Miranda is beautiful and I'm so glad you have such lovely pictures of her. My best friend lost her daughter a day after birth and regrets not having pictures of her - but they didn't think about it at the time. You are in my prayers.

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  4. chasinglightphotography2011February 20, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    Thank you for sharing these beautiful pics.....you are forever in my heart... Much love, Stefanie

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  5. miracles happenFebruary 20, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Your loss and pain are more than anyone should have to endure. Only the Lord knows the threshold of your heart. Hold steadfast and be sure that heaven is a much more beautiful and painfree place. Hugs to you

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  6. AnonymousFebruary 20, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Thank you for sharing this pictures. She was a beautiful little angel.

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  7. AmberFebruary 20, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    These pictures are a treasure and you sharing them is humbling. She is absolutely precious. I'm glad you have them.

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  8. The Smith FamilyFebruary 20, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    What beautiful photographs. Thank you for sharing them.

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  9. UnknownFebruary 20, 2011 at 10:21 PM

    Breathtakingly Beautiful baby girl!! The loss of you wife and daughter breaks my heart and brings me to tears, I am so sorry, no one should have to endure anything like this. I'm so impressed by your strength and faith. GOD Bless you and your family

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  10. UnknownFebruary 20, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    What a beautiful child of God. She is gorgeous and my heart is so sad that you didn't have more time with her. God bless you and may you take comfort in the fact that my husband and I are lifting you up in prayer. The Lord is our Rock and our Salvation...keep faith...

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  11. It is wellFebruary 20, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    She is beautiful and perfect.
    Praying for your comfort and peace every day.

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  12. CandiceFebruary 20, 2011 at 10:38 PM

    She is so, so beautiful. I'm sorry you had such a short time with her on this earth. One day you'll have your eternity with her and Sara. Much love!!

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  13. Robyn Glasser HoekstraFebruary 20, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    Beautiful daughter and photos. I am so deeply saddened for you and hope you find some comfort in these amazing photos that you were able to get. Thank you for sharing your family with us. You continue to be in my thoughts daily.

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  14. Shannon WallaceFebruary 20, 2011 at 11:18 PM

    She is so beautiful! I am so blessed to see photos of her. :o) From the bottom of my heart--thank you for sharing. You will treasure those photos for years. What a beautiful sweet baby that was gained in heaven. I'm just so sad that you can't hold her now. Thank you for your courage to write. God is giving you great strength.

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  15. Rachelle AlexanderFebruary 20, 2011 at 11:21 PM

    Thank you. I don't know you and yet it feels so personal what you are going through. I pray that God is with you through all your struggles in the future. What it joy it will be when He wipes all the tears away and you have your baby Miranda in your arms again.

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  16. nikkiFebruary 20, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    She is beautiful! My heart hurts for you! I pray for you and you family often,and will continue.Thank you for sharing!

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  17. SarieFebruary 20, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    Thank you so much for sharing the pictures of your beautiful little Cherub.
    Thinking of you across the ocean
    xx

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  18. Krissy SiebuhrFebruary 20, 2011 at 11:28 PM

    She is just gorgeous. Thank you for sharing the pictures. They brought me to tears. You are in my thoughts and prayers every day.

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  19. AnonymousFebruary 20, 2011 at 11:49 PM

    Thank you for sharing your beautiful daughter with us. I am glad that you got to meet her and hold her. It is unfair that you had to let her go though. At least, you have some photos and memories to help you get through. Hang in there. You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

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  20. Todd N JanFebruary 21, 2011 at 12:31 AM

    Chad,
    I have to send this now because I don't think I'll have the courage to another time. I pray it is right.

    When Todd came home the Wednesday after spending the evening with you and your sweet girl in the hospital, I could not get you out of my heart. I do not fancy myself an exeptional poet, but as thoughts of you overwhelmed my being, I wrote this for you.


    In Father's Arms

    Born with eyes and mind on Heaven
    For that's where Mama had gone.

    You lingered...
    To learn of love,
    And Daddy.
    To press your heart to his
    Where your spirits became one
    And will always know
    The other.

    Born too perfect for this Earth
    Your mere presence more powerful
    Than some of the world's greatest leaders,
    Bringing thousands to their knees.

    Miranda Evangelene
    Here for a moment's breath,
    Now tucked into Eternity.


    All my love,
    Jan

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  21. LisaFebruary 21, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    She is so pretty! Thank you for sharing your pictures. Praying for you every day.

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  22. UnknownFebruary 21, 2011 at 1:43 AM

    she was so beautiful... this brings tears to my eyes.

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  23. ShanFebruary 21, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    Thanks for sharing the pictures, Chad. Miranda is beautiful. Russ and I still think of you often and pray for you daily.

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  24. CindyFebruary 21, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    What a gorgeous, gorgeous little angel. I am so so sorry for your loss. Praying for you. Thank you for sharing!

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  25. SuzanneFebruary 21, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    I read about your blog in the Detroit Free Press. Your daughter is beautiful and thank you for sharing the photos. You are a courageous man with a deep faith. Please know that you are in my prayers.

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  26. UnknownFebruary 21, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    I do not know you, but I think of you so often with a prayer that God will mend your broken heart a little more every day. Your daughter is so beautiful and so loved as well as your beautiful Sara. I am so very sorry for your loss. No words can do any of this justice. I am still amazed at how many people Miranda has touched in her few short days. She is an Angel and she is Your angel forever! Thank you so much for sharing! May God hold you close.

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  27. SarahFebruary 21, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    Like the previous poster, I do not know you. I read about your story on Facebook and have kept you in my prayers. We lost our daughter at 23 weeks of pregnancy, so I understand the essence of your loss, but cannot even begin to comprehend the magnitude of your pain. I just wanted to say that Miranda is beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing your pictures, memories and pain.

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  28. AnonymousFebruary 21, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Thank you for sharing these, Chad. I've prayed for you - which was the first prayer I've spoken in many years.

    Like many of your posts, this one made me cry. The picture of you and your daughter is too beautiful and too heavy to express.

    Thank you for opening up and sharing yourself with others.

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  29. MissieFebruary 21, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    She truly is a beautiful little angel! Thank you so much for sharing a piece of your sweet Miranda with all of us! As a previous poster stated, you really do have 2 of the BEST guardian Angels ever! Continuing to keep all of you as a family in my prayers.

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  30. Jennifer V.February 21, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    Such a gorgeous little girl! Sweet & Precious beyond words. Thank you for sharing so much with us in your darkest hours. I hope you are blessed by it in some way just as your words have blessed those of us who have followed your journey.

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  31. jkseeversFebruary 21, 2011 at 1:04 PM

    Chad,
    She's beautiful! Thanks for sharing her with us. Our prayers continue to be for your healing. There are soo many things that are on my heart, but I can't even find words to describe them. Only God can fill in the blanks.

    Praying for you,
    Katie and family

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  32. JudyFebruary 21, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    Dear Chad:
    May God's peace surround you in these dark and difficult days. Praying for you.

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  33. TiffanyFebruary 21, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    so so so sorry for your losses. your baby girl is absolutely beautiful.

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  34. UnknownFebruary 21, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    Chad,
    I want you to know that my heart aches for you and what you are going through. My husband and I lost our baby Miranda Jean in a tragic auto accident, so I feel like I can reach out to you and offer my support.

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  35. Rhonda & MikeFebruary 21, 2011 at 2:46 PM

    She truly is so sweet and precious. As many, I do not know you yet am so very, very sad by this. I've given my kiddos many extra kisses after hearing your story, particularly my four month old baby. I hope that you can find the strength to make it through these very tough times. I've lost a dear friend around your wife's age, but never a spouse or child, and processing the reality of it took me so long. What you are feeling has to be exponentially worse. For me, many people didn't get it or understand, or know what to say. But, I definitely leaned on those that could empathize. You have many people willing to do this for you, and I hope it helps you in this difficult journey.

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  36. Joshua SchoeneckFebruary 21, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    Chad,
    What beautiful pictures of your daughter. I can only understand a part of your pain, having lost two daughters before they were born. Your Christian witness and faith are so evident. God has given you an incredible opportunity to share your faith as you have touched people you will never know through this blog. It is God who will provide you with the comfort and strength that you will need in the days ahead, that's what he has done for me.
    One of the most comforting songs for me has been "Praise you in this Storm" by the group Casting Crowns. May God be with you in the days ahead.

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  37. UnknownFebruary 21, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    Thanks so much for continuing your blog. Each day when I sit down to my computer I am anxious and "concerned" to see what is next. The letter to Sara and the pictures of Miranda are so "special". Thanks for sharing them.
    You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. The hurt will slowly get a bit less as the days, weeks, months and years pass. I know that seems impossible right now. I am sure God has great things planned for you - in the future. You and your family have touched so many lives.
    Still praying for you.
    Sharon

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  38. AnonymousFebruary 21, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    you and the rest of your family are in my heart and prayers. i pray that God blankets you w/His love and peace. i am so so sorry for your loss...

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  39. BeccaFebruary 21, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Miranda is absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing your precious little girl. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

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  40. MaryFebruary 21, 2011 at 4:02 PM

    Chad, I see many of the people posting comments may be strangers to you therefore I’ve now built up the courage to post a few thoughts. As someone who has never met or associated with your family, I cannot get over the fact your story has touched me so deeply. I came to learn of your situation through an app on my iphone (what to expect).

    As soon as the devastating news was shared, we all immediately had you and your entire family in our thoughts and prayers. Not only did your story touch me, I have since shared with my husband who became a first time father in December. We feel so blessed to have what I now call a miracle in our home and feel the sorrow you are experiencing right now. We cannot imagine what you are going though and no words can describe but please keep your strength as you have an incredible talent – sharing your feelings/thoughts and emotions with the world. You are a VERY brave sole and thank you for sharing your experience so that other people in this world further appreciate what they may have.

    God bless forever and always.

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  41. CathyFebruary 21, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    Chad~
    Thank you for sharing such beautiful pictures with all of us, and allowing us to be part of this with you, and taking some comfort that we are around you from all corners of the world with prayers and open hearts to try to comfort and help in anyway possible.
    Many Hugs
    Cathy R -Central WI

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  42. UnknownFebruary 21, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    It's very hard for me to keep reading this but I find that as long as you have to suffer so much pain and loss, I can shed a few tears and feel a little nauseous. My heart breaks in half for you with every new post I read. I say a prayer for you every evening (And I've never been a big prayer person). Thank you for sharing your story and I hope one day it helps to heal your pain a little.
    you already know that Miranda was the most beautiful, precious baby to be seen but I thought I should tell you anyway. My thought are with you and I am just so sorry that anyone should have to go through this. Big Hugs and Lots of Love,
    Jeni from Illinois

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  43. NicoleFebruary 21, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    Chad,
    What beautiful pictures! Miranda truly is an angel. My heart continues to ache for you and your family. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

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  44. UnknownFebruary 21, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    You don't know me at all, Chad. A friend posted a link to your blog on facebook after your accident. Please know that I have been praying for you since then, and that I have been feeling a deep sadness for your losses. I know that the last thing you need is input from a stranger, but I want to offer you two phrases that I used when our teenage son was suffering through years of treatment for leukemia. "Be still, and know that I am God" helped me to find some kind of a center whenever my head went crazy asking the question with no good answer: why?. "The Lord giveth and the Lord taketh away, blessed be the name of the Lord!" was a phrase I used when I needed to remind myself who was ultimately in charge of my son's life. I admire you when you write that you cannot get angry with God. I often muttered the second phrase through clenched teeth even as I bent my knees to beg for God's mercy. Your wife and your daughter were beautiful! The beauty of your heart thoughts, shared in your blog words, is a testament to both of them. God bless you right now, and in the days to come, because of the light you continue to shine despite the darkness of your grief. Much love to you!

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  45. KimFebruary 21, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    As my sister Mary said two comments above, you are very brave. I thank you for this. Your sharing has changed me in a way I don't even know. I feel for you and your loss, but can't even imagine how it must feel. I do feel your sadness though. Thank you so much for sharing. I wish there was something I could do for you to help your pain. Take Care and a big hug. Kim

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  46. UnknownFebruary 21, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    Thank you for sharing your heart and your precious daughter in these beautiful pictures.

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  47. Danielle SFebruary 21, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Chad thank you for sharing these beautiful pictures! Miranda looks like a sweet precious angel.....continuing to pray for you<3

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  48. UnknownFebruary 21, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    Chad, wow for sharing the beautiful sacred moments with your oh so perfect baby! So yummy! I am praying that as you share your vulnerablity God uses it as a chisel in other peoples hearts and that you would receive the full revelation of Christ's love for you. Our heavenly Father knows your pain because He gave His Son that you may have eternal life. And now this portrait is painted again- your sacrifice and loss for someone else's gain. In all of this, true to form, there will be a physical resurrection on either the day of your death or the coming of Christ. But, before then there is hope here on earth you, will receive a resurrection and you will know at that time that new life has begun. Blessings abundant to you. I will post this on my FB so other can be reminded of you and continue this long distance journey with you. Shiloam my brother.....Jeanne in South Florida

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  49. MamarazzioftwoboysFebruary 21, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    One word to describe Miranda..... Angelic!

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  50. LeslieFebruary 21, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    this posting just broke my heart in a million pieces.

    i hadn't planned to comment again today, but i just had to say how beautiful your daughter is.

    shortly after my husband passed away, i had a dream that my son died as well. in that dream, i remember feeling the worst kind of pain i had ever imagined losing my husband then my son ... but when i woke up and realized it was just a dream, i felt the overwhelming gratitude that it was not real. my heart breaks that you are having to experience what i only dreamed about.

    i am so sorry.

    stay strong. stay close to the Lord. we only get through these heartbreaking times with the healing help of the Lord.

    so many are praying for you and both of your families.

    God bless you all...

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  51. MichelleFebruary 21, 2011 at 11:20 PM

    I have been following your story from fb.My heart aches and your story brings me to tears. I can't even begin to express how sorry I am for your loss. Miranda is absolutely beautiful and perfect! I know nothing I can say could possibly ease your pain, but know that I am praying for you that the Lord will hold you tight during this terrible time.

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  52. allie :^)February 21, 2011 at 11:21 PM

    oh she is a beautiful angel! :) i especially love the ring on the toe pic.

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  53. shannon, mom, wife, bloggerFebruary 21, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    what a beautiful girl. thank you for sharing these precious pictures of your sweet miranda. the story of her short life has changed the way i live mine.
    praying for peace until you see her again...

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  54. BeccaFebruary 22, 2011 at 12:20 AM

    She is the perfect blend of you and Sara. Beautiful and sweet faced. I'm so glad you have these pictures to hold onto (and I assume the quilt as well) Thank you so much for sharing them with us. I for one feel honored to see them.

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  55. A.M./p.m.February 22, 2011 at 1:01 AM

    I am so sorry. This tradegy has touched thousands and I think you most likely just feel numb. Grief doesn't seem real when you keep yourself busy. This accident happened for an unknown and seemingly unfair reason. But the clouds must part, and the snow will melt. You will someday see your beautiful wife and child again and the reasoning for that tragic day will become clear.
    Take a deep breath. One after another, and somehow, miraculously, you will get through.

    Sincerely Yours,
    A Touched Student at Western High School

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  56. UnknownFebruary 22, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    Beautiful pictures. So nice that you have these to remember her.

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  57. CitrilFebruary 22, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    Oh Chad, she is so beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing her photos with us. Continuing to uplift you in prayer.

    Susan <><

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  58. threegirlsmomFebruary 22, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    Chad,
    I too, am a stranger to you but after following your story these past few weeks, I am touched beyond belief. You must struggle with the "WHY" of this but as someone on the outside looking in, the WHY is as clear as day. God has used you, Sara and your precious baby in a most profound way. People have been brought to Him through you. Over and over I've read strangers profess that this has changed their relationship with God.

    So, as small a consolation as this may seem, you should feel good about growing the Kingdom in His name. Thank you for reaching out to all of us, Chad and God Bless!

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  59. kellyFebruary 22, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    Oh Chad these pics are amazing. Miranda is such a beautiful baby girl. I am glad that you have continued with your blog and although you do not know most of us on here I hope you can feel the love that we all have for you. All any of us want to do is reach out to you and although we can't, we all want to take your pain away. You are still and always will be in my prayers!

    Kelly ~Oxford MI

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  60. UnknownFebruary 22, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    Thank you for sharing her with us. She was a gorgeous little baby.

    I cannot imagine the depth of pain you have to feel. The void that has to be so evident in all that you do in every waking moment. I simply wish there were words of comfort that could take away the anguish.

    Joshua 1:9 "Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest."

    I can presume the passing of your wife and daughter must feel like such a deep valley and you have to feel alone in the midst of it, but I guarantee He is right there with you.

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  61. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    I know youve never meet me infact we dont even live in the same state...but a friend of mine posted your story on what to expect board and ive been following every since ...my heart breaks for you and i cry every time i read your blog...she is sooo perfect an beautiful i just wish you would have had more time with her...
    I think about you all the time .

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  62. JulieannFebruary 22, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    Thank you for sharing your life with all of us. You and your family are in my prayers. Your daughter is beautiful. I have tears in my eyes after reading your blog, and I know I will never be the same. Your strength and love just flow from this blog.

    As time goes on, may the memory of your loved ones stay strong but the pain lessen.

    ((Many hugs and prayers)))

    Julieann

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  63. UnknownFebruary 22, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    Chad,

    These are beautiful pictures of your daughter. Thank you so very much for sharing them with us! You remain in my thoughts & prayers.

    Suzette,
    Tuscaloosa, AL

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  64. Sarah BethFebruary 22, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    She is beautiful. Thank you for sharing these gorgeous photos and continuing to write.

    God Bless,
    Sarah

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  65. UnknownFebruary 22, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    Chad,

    The pictures of you daughter are so beautiful...she is an angel. I do not know you or your family...but I have been reading your blogs and it breaks my heart. I just want to let you know that you blogs are incredible and you have such amazing faith. Being 7 months pregnant myself, I feel so incredibly sad for your loss....I cannot imagine. You are in deep in my thoughts and prayers.
    Sarah-Cleveland,OH

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  66. Stefanie ShephardFebruary 22, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    chad i know that we do not know each other but i am profoundly humbled by your love and faith in God. As a christian woman, wife and mother myself, I am not sure if i could stand upon my faith, like you have, if i were in your position. i have kept up with your blog and my heart aches for you and my body cries, every time i read a new entry. Sara was truly a very lucky woman to have you as a husband and Miranda was very blessed to have you as a daddy. She is absolutley remarkable. My husband and i have a friend who her and her husband just lost there infant son, born still born. We are also expecting our second son any day now. I am not sure how i would be able to go on if I were to loose either of them. I think you are a remarkable man of God and i hope and pray that you continue to be comforted knowing that sara and miranda are together in heaven with out Lord Jesus Christ.

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  67. RebeccaFebruary 22, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    oh she is just beautiful!! prayers are with you & your family!

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  68. UnknownFebruary 22, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    Wow Chad. These are beautiful photos. I am glad you were able to take them. I have tears in my eyes for you. I am still praying for you. I believe God hears the prayers too. If He didnt, I dont think He would keep you on my heart every day. I lift you up nightly...

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  69. Aunt KrisFebruary 22, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    Who knew that the "shrimp" from October 4, 2010 would be such an amazing replica of her parents' love for each other. She's beautiful and will forever be etched in my memory. Still praying every day, multiple times a day, for you Chad.

    Kris, SAU Alum

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  70. emptyspeculationFebruary 22, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    she is so beautiful chad, thank you for sharing these very special pictures with us. i think of you every day and how much you must miss your girls.

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  71. Luke's momFebruary 22, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Thank you for sharing these beautiful pictures. Miranda looks like a princess. I'm sure these blog postings are cathartic for you, but also please know that your story has touched so many people that you don't know personally. You, Sara, and MIranda are in my prayers and I hope that as time moves on you slowly start to heal.

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  72. MarieFebruary 22, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Can't stop thinking about you and your family. Keeping you in constant prayer.

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  73. UnknownFebruary 22, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    Dear Chad, I want you to know that our Father has brought you to my thoughts several times today and I just want you to know that, although you do not know me, I am praying for you. May you find comfort in the arms of the Almighty. I pray that he will send his angels to minister to you and give you strength and faith as you persevere this terrible time of trial. God bless you.

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  74. CaseyFebruary 23, 2011 at 2:05 AM

    The 2nd picture is absolutely beautiful. She is such a sweet sleeping angel. My heart goes out to you Chad. I pray someday my ex-husband will love his children on Earth the way you love yours in Heaven. May God hold you close and give you strength and closure however you need it most <3

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  75. SheilaFebruary 23, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    Chad, I don't know you personally, but I feel that I do on some level after reading your blog. I can't tell you how sorry I am for your loss. I just want you to know that I am praying for you continuously. May the Lord Carry you through this pain.
    Thank you so much for sharing pictures of Miranda. She is absolutely beautiful.
    Sending lots of Love and Prayers from Texas.

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  76. BrendaFebruary 23, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    beautiful, darling baby girl. When you arrive in Heaven, she will take your hand and teach you what she knows of God. Blessings.

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  77. KenderylFebruary 23, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Dearest Chad, I have been so deeply touched by your story and have followed along since news reached me via a mutual friend (Jason A) weeks ago. Although I have many angel babies due to multiple miscarriages in my life, my pain does not compare to what you have been going through. Know that you are loved by such an enormous number of people - strangers like me, who have been so moved by your tragedy that we are eager to lift you up in any way we can. Your wife and daughter were so beautiful in life! I know it seems like such a long time when you will be with them again, but know that they are watching over you and smiling because they know that our lifetime here on earth is mere moments where they are. If you have a moment, and after your grieving waves subside some - I encourage you to check out a website. The artist is local to my own neighborhood and her paintings have been hanging on my own walls for over a year now. Some of them, with their honest beauty, have reminded me of your Sara & Miranda in heaven. (http://kmberggren.com/portfolio-motherchild.htm) <3 Much love! ~Bree

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  78. ElizabethFebruary 23, 2011 at 4:26 PM

    She is beautiful! My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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  79. Jodi BFebruary 23, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    Chad: I don't know you. I've never met you, but Emily Hawkins is a mutual friend. When she posted on FB for prayers after the crash, I read your blog/story and I keep coming back to check on you. I can't get you out of my mind, and I pray for you. I pray for your comfort and peace. I ask God why He would let this happen - knowing that He works all things for good, but failing to see how. If He was ever to show up, make Himself known and felt in an awesome, real and pure way, I pray He does that constantly for you during this time. My heart breaks for you as you mourn the loss of your beautiful wife and little girl.

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  80. HannahFebruary 24, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    Oh Chad your daughter is just beautiful!

    A friend sent me to your blog and I started reading it from the beginning this morning.

    I knew what was coming, but I didn't realize it would affect me so. I can totally relate to losing a baby after just a short time of seeing them, but I can't relate to losing a spouse as well.

    I can't seem to stop my tears for your loss. I'm trying to turn the tears into prayers for you.

    May I encourage you to walk close to our Saviour at this time. Try not to isolate yourself. Enjoy the memories. And don't stop loving your beauties.

    The pain will lessen in time I promise.

    I will continue to pray!

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  81. TooheyFebruary 24, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    She is gorgeous. I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that you can find solace in your pain. I keep you in my thought and admire you to find the strength to keep going everyday, no matter how hard.

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  82. KristyFebruary 24, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    Miranda is beautiful and perfect. Thank you for sharing her pictures. You, Miranda and Sara are in my thoughts and prayers daily.

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  83. A uroraFebruary 25, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    beautiful.

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  84. ERICAFebruary 27, 2011 at 11:32 PM

    she is beautiful. you are amazing. thank you.

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  85. JenMarch 1, 2011 at 10:15 PM

    She is absolutely beautiful. What a darling baby girl. I love the photo with you holding her. Praying for strength & healing for you....

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  86. AnonymousMarch 3, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    Beautiful and such precious moments. These pictures are very special. I have been thinking of you and everyone through this very difficult time. Praying for strenth, peace, and healing.

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  87. ReneeMarch 11, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    She is so beautiful. The pictures are perfect.

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  88. My BlogMarch 13, 2011 at 1:34 AM

    Your daughter is so precious! she is breath taking beautiful!

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  89. KathyMarch 14, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Chad,
    The lyrics to this song (Mark Schultz: What It Means To Be Love) remind me of how precious it was to hold Miranda and share our love with her.

    I wanna give her the world
    I wanna be her dad
    I wanna hold her close for as long as I can
    and I wanna live every moment until that day comes
    I wanna show her what it means to be loved.

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  90. darcieMarch 14, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    I am new here, & I just wanted to say I am very very sorry for your loss. My heart hurts for you...please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers...take good care.

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  91. The Fabulous Ms. BethApril 11, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    She's gorgeous. My heart aches for you as you miss your wife and daughter.
    Hugs from a mama of an angel baby boy to a daddy of a beautiful angel princess..

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  92. AnonymousApril 16, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    I had heard about your blog and wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss, your lil one was a beautiful angel, and the words you speak of her and your wife are some of the most eloquently spoken that i have tears in my eyes when i read them.. So beautiful and honest...My heart goes out to you. . .

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  93. EstherApril 19, 2011 at 11:46 PM

    Sara and you made the most beautiful, most precious baby...I am so glad that you were able to take photos of her and have her to hold.You are an amazing man and your story brings me to tears evrytime I read your blog.How can you be so strong and not question God.You truly have a faith far beyond what I can understand.I think of you everyday and I hope that you can feel a HUGE hug all the way from Mexico..will keep in touch

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