tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post1108668845315575069..comments2023-07-06T03:35:57.912-07:00Comments on Renton For Life: A Faith JourneyJennyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12282692969311454014noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post-88923257983901726722011-03-09T22:43:51.475-08:002011-03-09T22:43:51.475-08:00Thanks Kim! Mind having a baby for us? ;)
I also ...Thanks Kim! Mind having a baby for us? ;)<br /><br />I also just reread my last comment and realized it seemed like I was specifically talking about shauna when I was giving examples of "longing" but I was speaking generally- sorry!Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12282692969311454014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post-87638326892699127622011-03-09T22:32:28.686-08:002011-03-09T22:32:28.686-08:00Wow. I don't have the beautiful words that so ...Wow. I don't have the beautiful words that so many bloggers do, however I can say that I'm here for you, and Jeff and Wesley and whatever my little family can do to help you're family, we will in a heart beat! xoxoxoKimberlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16486910926946215236noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post-56082961839221551792011-03-09T08:31:24.202-08:002011-03-09T08:31:24.202-08:00thanks again for all of these wonderful comments, ...thanks again for all of these wonderful comments, i keep coming back to them and am always inspired!<br /><br />Shauna, I did want to say that I hope you NEVER have to relate in the same way but that I think we can ALL relate in some way. <br /><br />I'm sure all of us have experienced an unfulfilled longing in some area of our life...whether it was when you were dating and wanting to be married, when you were working like a dog and still not getting that promotion...I'm sure there is something, or there will be (not that I'm wishing that on anyone, I just think it's human to have desires that aren't met and in those seasons God is trying to speak to us.)<br /><br />After finishing Bittersweet this weekend I came across a quote that I thought would be perfect to share.<br /><br />"...I don't know anyone who has an easy life forever. Everyone I now gets their heart broken sometime, by something. The question is not, will my life be easy or will my heart break? But rather, when my heart breaks, will I choose to grow?"<br /><br />I hope that the answer is YES for all of us!Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12282692969311454014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post-24690358281691946352011-03-06T11:48:44.875-08:002011-03-06T11:48:44.875-08:00you're inspiring jenny! (and this is coming f...you're inspiring jenny! (and this is coming from a most inspirational high school student so you know i know what i'm talking about...hehe ;) <br /><br />seriously darling, you are so brave and honest for sharing this journey. even though i've known several of the "facts" it was so heart-wrenching but beautiful to see more of your soul than i've been able to, being so far removed from all this. i'm sad i'm not there to live life with you more frequently, but you are faithful and strong and in such good hands. i am a little intimidated by the incredible comments that have preceded mine, and i don't know quite what to say. you are blessed with amazing loved ones who care for you and have wonderful counsel. i would add just one whispered thought: you're body was made for this ;) keep the faith my dear and the righteous desires of your heart will be realized!<br /><br />love always,<br />doula juanaPrincehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00892835193898321417noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post-4248517762748139402011-02-27T21:46:19.461-08:002011-02-27T21:46:19.461-08:00I'm sorry Jenny...
I'm sorry for your str...I'm sorry Jenny...<br /><br />I'm sorry for your struggle and would be lying if I said I know how you feel. Sometimes there are no words, just hugs. So with that said, here's a great big hug through the internet. <br /><br />We will keep you in our prayers!Shaunahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05776072896507419617noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post-23709883933666627032011-02-25T15:06:28.099-08:002011-02-25T15:06:28.099-08:00In my own life, I have been drawn to God's lov...In my own life, I have been drawn to God's love and intimacy most profoundly in the midst of struggle. I find it deeply humbling that He pursues us in such ways. I love you Jenny, and know that you will praise God and bless others all the days of your life no matter what, but I also pray that He satisfies the desires of your heart and graces the world with another little child of Jeff and Jenny Gough.Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07146525048668651686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post-1916873467268995572011-02-23T11:09:09.478-08:002011-02-23T11:09:09.478-08:00Thank you for sharing this, Jenny. I know we can a...Thank you for sharing this, Jenny. I know we can all relate in different ways to this kind of frustration (like you mentioned on one of my posts recently). Just wanted to let you know that Chad and I are keeping you in our prayers and in our hearts! We got all kinds of love for you, and I am so grateful for your insight and thoughtfulness. It inspires me to try to find patience and understanding in my own struggles.Lewyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12857234951332328539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post-22121777844750147302011-02-23T09:45:26.113-08:002011-02-23T09:45:26.113-08:00That last picture of Jeff and Wes is super cute- g...That last picture of Jeff and Wes is super cute- great shot! <br /><br />I love you, Jenny and keep you (and your family) close to my heart. Thank you for encouraging me along with my pregnancy and already blessing little girl with your love :) I know it's gotta be hard- but you do it with a smile on your face and genuine care.Briannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02343122221432379612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post-3211178112789231522011-02-22T18:00:17.514-08:002011-02-22T18:00:17.514-08:00thanks again for all these thoughtful comments...t...thanks again for all these thoughtful comments...they have been a buoy today!<br /><br />And Kristen, thank you for publicly sharing your song. It's beautiful and another indicator that the Lord is using Abraham's story to speak into my life. Thank you for being the vessel for that.Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12282692969311454014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post-58242038359889769512011-02-22T15:24:13.668-08:002011-02-22T15:24:13.668-08:00Jenny, thank you for sharing this very personal fe...Jenny, thank you for sharing this very personal feelings with all of us. We admire you for this courage to tell out loud what you feel inside and your impatience to get pregnant. We just want you to know that we are praying that your desire of enlarging your family with a new baby will be realized soon. <br /><br />We have a friend who tried to have a baby for 3 years, and finally she had him last week. Never never never loose the hope it will happen. Like you said, there are plenty of people who are in your same situation and there is always a solution...keep on believing!!!<br /><br />And what if maybe the solution would be another trip to Europe? :))<br />Our house is always open to put you up!!! :))La Dolce Vitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10552893520191434089noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post-19975634459302984772011-02-22T14:21:07.820-08:002011-02-22T14:21:07.820-08:00jenny, here is a link to the song rebekah mentione...jenny, here is a link to the song rebekah mentioned: http://soundcloud.com/kristengough/smoke<br /><br />i wrote this song so long ago now...ten years ago, maybe? and listening to the lyrics today i wish i had taken the song further with a bridge about God's ultimate faithfulness even in light of my own doubt and striving for control. it is human nature to try to do things our own way, on our own... our temptation towards self-sufficiency. but God always has a better way, a far more amazing way to take us as we trust him. especially as we wait on him to fulfill his promises to meet our desires with his love and purposes for us. <br /><br />(i hope this link works! this is my first time sharing a song on soundcloud.)Kristen Goughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09090087682774261290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post-40175564548401101782011-02-22T11:20:08.719-08:002011-02-22T11:20:08.719-08:00Wow, what a beautiful story. I love how Christ con...Wow, what a beautiful story. I love how Christ continues to work and minister to the hearts of his beloveds. I love how your heart is tender to receive what he might be saying to you. I think one of the things we women struggle with most is our need to control--our lives, our homes, our husbands, or agenda. In this moments of thwarting our desires, Christ invites us to surrender ourselves to him and learn to trust him. It is risky, vulnerable, and beautiful. I pray that the pain and questioning will drive you to a great intimacy with the One who is coming for your heart even now. And I also stand with you in faith for the family He is preparing for you and Jeff to have.<br /><br />Love you, friend.Joanna Roddyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15872747084305014996noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post-73242653810669595372011-02-22T03:26:32.038-08:002011-02-22T03:26:32.038-08:00Thank you for sharing your heart here Jenny. I...Thank you for sharing your heart here Jenny. I'm so sorry that this has been such a frustrating time for you and Jeff. I'm thankful that your loving heart has your little Wes, and I will certainly be praying for you as the days go on. If there is one thing that I am often frustrated about, it's God's timing....but it always seems to be right, we simply don't know it yet.<br /><br />Love you!Caseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09822708646499139062noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post-46829549956785813062011-02-21T22:56:32.088-08:002011-02-21T22:56:32.088-08:00Thank you family for your sweet words of comfort a...Thank you family for your sweet words of comfort and encouragement- just what I needed.<br /><br />And just to clarify, I did NOT take those photos (but I'm flattered that you might even think I could)...just click on the photo to find the flickr page.<br /><br />i DID take the last one though ;)<br /><br />Thank you for praying for our family and for loving us just the way we are!Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12282692969311454014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post-45968561389631973922011-02-21T22:46:22.435-08:002011-02-21T22:46:22.435-08:00Jenny,
I sit here wanting to come up with the per...Jenny,<br /><br />I sit here wanting to come up with the perfect thing to say - a word of deep strength and encouragement as you and Jeff (and Wes :)) continue on this journey of growing your family. But your revelation and courage has instead inspired me - that is what is so miraculous about you Jenny you are not someone to be "labeled by infertility" or discouraged and angry that God has not answered your hearts desire..you instead go out of your way to build others up, use your time to lend a helping hand, organize parties and teach people how to make pretty things. You generously bless others and are genuinely excited for others and are so extremely patient. It is amazing.<br />I love you so deeply and want so badly for you to get pregnant right now. But I see how God is using you and how he is speaking to you. How he has captured a new place in your heart that you've allowed him access. I know without a doubt that God has so much goodness in store for your family and this time of waiting will not be in vain. I am beyond proud of you for coming out with your journey here in this space. Your courage is a blessing and I am so grateful for you. <br />I will continue to storm the gates of heaven for you guys as Paula would say..we are praying and we love you and are in this with you thanks for sharing sweet sister!<br /><br />ps. did you take all these photos? they are breathtaking!<br />pps. you should make Kristen play her song "smoke" for you, mine and Chris' fav of her work and about Abraham :)Rebekahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06137097730835355713noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post-40145453102086049182011-02-21T22:42:43.495-08:002011-02-21T22:42:43.495-08:00Wow, pretty amazing Jenny. It seems there are very...Wow, pretty amazing Jenny. It seems there are very few things God does again and again, after all He is as creative as it gets...He only made one Mt. Rainier, one Olympic Mt. Range, one Jeff, one Wesley and one of you. I am not sure how this will turn out, but I am grateful for your family that he put together and am confident that there will be, as you stated, one story out of this that will be worth telling. <br />Amazed by your attitude through all of this!!!(...and those incredible photos!)Chris Goughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00520759386850456728noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33126584.post-34648047386020964152011-02-21T22:41:46.291-08:002011-02-21T22:41:46.291-08:00jenny, you know that my heart is in this journey w...jenny, you know that my heart is in this journey with you, and i feel so blessed tonight reading your journey written out from your heart in this post. it is so abundantly evident to me that God is growing you and cultivating so much beauty in you during this time of waiting and the trial it is for you--pain, doubting, fear, and all. my heart thrills with joy & hope to know that God has been speaking so deeply and intimately to you (and to Jeff, too) through His Word, through your circumstances, and through conversations. i am excited to see how He will answer your prayers (and all of our prayers for you guys!) in His perfect time, giving you and your family the best possible story for His glory and honor. you better believe we will continue to hold you guys up in prayer, waiting on the Lord alongside you, being confident that he has put a desire for another child in your heart for good reason!! i love you, jenny, and thank God for your faith journey. xoxoKristen Goughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09090087682774261290noreply@blogger.com