Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Words can not express...

I am speechless...
And you all probably know by now, that takes a lot...
Wow...
What a difference 24 hours can make.
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I'm not even going to TRY to describe.
Joy...
Pure joy!

502 comments:

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Mae Rae said...

Thank GOD for all he has done. Your baby is absolutely beautiful and that smile says it all!

Anonymous said...

You don't know me, but I am a friend of Beth Botts Norton. I have been reading your blog and praying for you. So glad to hear your good news. I have 3 children that I hugged a little tighter last night. Life is so precious; sometimes we tend to take it for granted. Not anymore!

Scott and Tonya said...

What a roller coaster ride! You are being watched so closely by those that love you the most! WE wish you many more miraculous hours to come your way!!

Jacque said...

he is so beautiful. just seeing his smiling face is bringing tears to my eyes. congratulations!

Spencer and Amy said...

What a great blessing for your family! I have been reading about your story after hearing about it on a friends blog last week. I wept for your sweet Bronson and am so moved by his progress. Heavenly Father is in everything and has held your baby boy as he recovers.

Kajsa Farnsworth said...

That smiling face is the best thing I have seen in a very long time! Give that gorgeous boy a hug from Troy, Brady and me. We are thrilled for your family!

Jessica N. said...

AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Julia said...

I just accidentally cried out loud at work. What beautiful news!

jorgy said...

What a wonderful picture of that sweet little boy!! So happy to see how far he has come & will continue to pray for healing for all of you!

Thanks for sharing!

Angie

Kati said...

Probably the most beautiful picture your camera will ever capture. I am so completely overjoyed for you and your beautiful family.

Anne Peay said...

Stranger here again. Across this country I feel the power of prayer, the power of the priesthood, the power of love, the power of miracles. SO happy to hear that little fighter is coming back. As you wrote. JOY!!!!

Big hugs across the country. I am actually flying into Utah for a visit next week and will be thinking of your family:)


The Penn Peay Family

Adrienne said...

Like so many others, you don't know me, but I was linked to your blog through a friend and have since been following your story. I am so happy for your family and for Bronson! I cannot thank you enough for honestly and diligently chronicling your family's journey to this miracle. Your story has been a much-needed reminder for me to stay in the bathroom with my little ones-if I must DO something, now I clean the bathroom! Bronson looks so beautiful and alert in the photos; I am beyond thrilled for your family. We will continue to keep you in our prayers and thoughts!

Annie R said...

What a joy to have your little Valentine miracle!! All the best to you all.

JENNIE! said...

YEAH!!!!!!!! This has made my day!!

The Bender Family said...

You don't know me and I don't know if you'll read this. Your story has touched me. Congratulations on your miracles. Bronson is a beautiful baby. What a blessing each of these milestones are! How comforting to know that we have a Savior who loves us and is aware of us, who carries us through our difficult times. I'm over-joyed that he is still with you. Thank you for sharing your experience that others can become aware of a danger you don't think about until it happens to you. We will be praying for your Baby Bronson to make a speedy recovery.

I hope you don't mind me sharing your story with others. I hope you will please pass this story along: My niece passed away from strangulation due to mini blind cords at day care.
This site tells her story:
http://abbigale-wentz.virtual-memorials.com/

kami said...

tears are filling my eyes...what a wonderful gift from God! prayers are answered!

emily+brett said...

i am so greatful for your heart! i know my heart would not hold together as yours has. i just came accross your family and your dear dear sweet boy. i sat here and read your entire ordeal and my heart knows that heavenly father has saved your little boy for a reason. my life won't be the same. his eyes are so full of light. as if he is has seen christ. what a miracle....what a miracle. i might just go wake up my sleeping little 10 month old boy and wrap my arms around his precious body. i will right now. you are an amazing mother and your son is alive because of your faith and prayers. thank you for being so diligent in sharing. much love to your family. xoxoxo Emily

Kaelee said...

My relief and joy, I'm sure, pales in comparison to yours. Yet I want you to know how completely happy we are for your family!

Unknown said...

I started reading your blog about 3 days ago, after someone on my babycenter birthboard posted your link.
i was saddened when i read about your little boy got drowned and how bad your family must feel. i was so so so sad. i was praying as hard as i can for his full recovery.
then yesterday, i read that he is awake and alert. words cannot describe how happy i was. i was in happy tears!!!
let's just say that you and your little boy touched a lot of people i bet you don't even know.
I am so happy for you that bronson is ok!
it's such a joy to see this picture. i am so thankful that he is doing well and looking cute!
any way, english is not my first language so this doesn't even come close to describing how happy i feel right now.
this is awesome!!!

Anonymous said...

Just awesome! That picture and smile speak a million words! :o) Congrats on having your little boy "back."

Anonymous said...

Truly a miracle! I love this picture of Bronson he has such a beautiful smile with a sweet twinkle in his eye. Thank you for sharing your heart and your experiences. My heart has been touched and my faith in miracles has increased. You are an amazing couple with so much strength and faith! May the Lord continue to bless.

Mobile, AL

AS Amber said...

Sara, it's been 16 years! But I heard about your story from a girl I work with. (I said all this on your fb but I didn't know which you checked more regularly) I've heard about this for a week. Today I saw on Kacey Persons's fb about how resilient a baby is. She put up a link to your blog. I read the whole thing. About half way through I had concluded that you were the family I'd heard about at work (Michelle Orchard, Outback in Orem). I scanned to the beginning and read it all. I bawled!! Then I read the post about the day this little miracle came to your family. I saw the pictures and I couldn't believe my eyes! I knew you! You're Sara Cotton! The one I went to Granger with. The one I roomed with in San Diego!

What an inspirational story this is! Your faith is unwaivering. Doubt and fear cannot co-exist with faith and you are proof positive of that.

I posted a link on my blog to yours. I figure you could use all the prayers you can get. We believe in a God that does not ignore prayers. He is hearing and answering all the prayers going up in Bronson's behalf.

I'm so sorry you're having to go through this. Imagine the strength and testimony you'll have when it's all over. We'll all be strengthened by your story.

Hugs to you and your little angel!

Amber (Powers) Stubbs

Anonymous said...

What an amazing boy! He is nothing short of a miracle! I cant help but shed tears as I watch your little video over and over.
Hugs from Camilla Prüfer from Norway

Julie said...

What a BEAUTIFUL face! We are so happy for you!!

Anonymous said...

Miracles are the sweetest blessings!! Life is a miracle, enjoy every second of it!!

Jennifer Jayhawk said...

Truly Amazing!!! What an awesome picture:)

Claudia and Glenn Walker said...

I'm friend of Rachelle Samazcky. She mention you on one of her blogs. I normally don't cry. This post made me feel so happy and brought out the tears. God really loves us so much. Little B is indeed a miracle child. We will keep praying for you'll

Jenny said...

I don't know that my own children's smiles could make me happier today!! Praise be to God!!

Sarah Q {photography for happy people} said...

SOSOSOSOSOSOSO happy for you and your family!! YAYYYYY!

Unknown said...

AMAZING!!!! What a beautiful picture! God is wonderful!

Liz said...

Beautiful Bronson!

Steacey said...

A friend of mine sent me your blog link and I want to tell you how happy I am that Bronson is doing well. Your story has made me appreciate my children so much more and I am grateful for the reminders that life is precious. I will continue to pray for Bronson, you and the rest of your family. Good luck!

Anonymous said...

Angels above and below, angels on every side. Thank you, Heavenly Father
Pat in Cleveland SC

Amy Gregory said...

Miracles really do happen. What a beautiful little boy he is!! So So happy for you & your family!

Anonymous said...

A friend told me to read your story on your blog. I am so glad I did! The morning I read it I was frustrated with the task of potty training our two year old daughter and being 8 months pregnant with our son. After I read your blog none of the things I was upset about seemed to matter anymore, and I spent the rest of the day playing and reading to my children and telling them how much I love them. You are an angel and your story is such a wake up call for all of us who are mothers. You and your family truly are proof that Heavenly Father answers our prayers, and how powerful the priesthood is! We are so happy for Bronson and will continue to pray for him and your family! Thankyou for sharing your story!

Anonymous said...

What a handsome boy! Love his big brown eyes.

Anonymous said...

Your story has softened my heart. Thank you for sharing your amazing testimony.

Julie Bryson said...

Like many people you don't know me either. I needed your story. It is a small reminder that miracles do happen. It has renewed my faith. Lots of people will learn from your story, rejoice in that. Thank you so much for letting others read this. It has lighten my heart.

Anonymous said...

Pure joy describes all of our feelings. I'm so touched by your outpouring of support Sara, from all over and from family, friends, and strangers alike. Truly leaves ME speechless, which we all know takes a lot :)

Love you girl...

Lisa said...

I have to say that I have been following your blog after being directed here from another- and I have been praying for your family. And I am SO thrilled to see this update and this adorable (and ALERT) picture of your little Bronson!! Thank GOD! God bless you all, and I will continue to pray for a speedy recovery for little Bronson!

Mimi said...

I have been following your story and can't tell you how happy I am that there is a happy ending. Can't wait to hear that your son is running around, talking, laughing and enjoying life with his lovely family again. This has certainly been a great message for all of us in many ways.

Curtis and Katie Anderson said...

I am so happy for you and your family!! GO BRONSON!! We're all pulling for you!

the mama monster said...

yay! i just found your blog today and went back and read your whole story. i cannot even tell you how very happy for you and your family!
what a sweet, amazing, special boy you have there. so glad he is back! i will kiss my boys more tonight and snuggle them tighter.

SueAnn said...

I am so excited for your family. Miracles do happen. I pray he will be home with you soon!!

Amanda said...

What a miracle! So happy for all of you.

Bobby and M!kell said...

I loved watching the video and lov seeing his happy face. I am so happy for this miracle for you. ♥

LeeAnn said...

Bless him & your family! This picture is BREATH TAKING! I am overjoyed for you all!

@manda said...

You don't know me but you know my mother from the gym.........anyway, I am expecting our 3rd baby and reading your story has helped me put things into perspective. Your family is amazing! Your faith and strength is beyond measure. Thank you for sharing your story and thank you for your testimony. Welcome back BRONSON!!!!

Metcalf Family said...

AMAZING! What a beautiful sight... I found a link to your original post not realizing there were many more and i cried and cried praying for your little baby boy... then a few hours later I realized there were newer posts and i sat and read them all and am so thankful to the Lord. Your husbands priesthood blessing has worked miracles ..... God be With you

Anonymous said...

SOOOOO SOOOOO SOOOO happy for you and your family.....

Lourie said...

Absolutely Amazing! And what a sweet face.

Stephanie said...

WHAT A HANDSOME GUY! WE ARE REJOICING WITH YOU!

{Layla} said...

I don't usually comment on strangers blogs BUT
I wanted to tell you three, okay four things.
1--your BEAUTIFUL family, especially Bronson, is in our prayers.
2--I am SO happy to see that cute little Bronson is doing better. He sure is a fighter.
3--God is a God of miracles. Faith, Faith and more Faith.
4--YOU are a GOOD, no a GREAT mama.

Celeste said...

Wow, look at that smile! He is so precious! I am so happy for all of you.

Lisa said...

I found your blog through a friend's and it has touched me. As I read through your story, my eyes have filled with tears often! I have prayed for your little boy. The picture you have most recently is AMAZING! It's so good to know that God really does hear our prayers!

Kimmie said...

cutest boy EVER...and words really could not describe your JOY...but his face just says it all! stumbled along your blog from another, so glad things are looking UP! amazing story, amazing little boy, amazing parents!

although it is hard to be at PCMC, the staff is absolutely the BEST. and most importantly there are a bazillion little "angels" walking the halls and rooms to comfort, mourn, and love all the children and their families!

Julie said...

best news I've heard all week! we will keep praying

Kristina said...

I don't know if you'll ever read this, you have so many comments...you don't know me, but I saw on Emily Steinhafel's blog about your situation, read the story on your blog, and just sobbed for your pain. I have a one-year-old, and I hugged him so tight after I read it. I've been praying for Bronson and your family, and I shed more tears just now, this time of joy that Bronson is okay! I'm so very happy for you!!

Kristina said...

I don't know if you'll ever read this, you have so many comments...you don't know me, but I saw on Emily Steinhafel's blog about your situation, read the story on your blog, and just sobbed for your pain. I have a one-year-old, and I hugged him so tight after I read it. I've been praying for Bronson and your family, and I shed more tears just now, this time of joy that Bronson is okay! I'm so very happy for you!!

Birchall Family said...

Tears of joy have been streaming down my face all day! We are so happy for you and your family. Sweet little Bronson looks perfect in that picture, beautiful and full of life. Hooray!!!! You will continue to be in our prayers. Can't wait for the post that says you are taking him home:)

lailasmom said...

Sara,
Like so many people who have followed your journey, you don't know me. But, you have touched my life and made me appreciate so much more the wonder of my own children. You were absolutely right when you said that everything can turn on a dime. I am so happy that Bronson is healing, and I hope with all my heart that he is up and playing again at home with his brothers soon.

Laura said...

Words can't describe how happy I am for you. :) God is good!

Unknown said...

I have goosebumps. That is just the most wonderful picture. I too am filled with joy at this miraculous news! Thank you so much for letting us know!
Sarah from Australia!

The Black Family said...

I am so happy for Bronson and the rest of you family! What a miracle. Thank you for sharing your story with everyone. I hope you will keep us posted with his continued progress. This story has FOREVER changed my life! THANK YOU! I will still keep you in our prayers.

Kimberly (San Diego, CA)

Lindsey said...

I stumbled upon your blog today. I have 3 small children, the description of the accident was horrifying and honest... that could happen to ANY mother... I cried through your whole blog. Bless you and your family and especially your little Bronson. I hope and pray that his recovery is quick. My daughter is 18 months old, this age is one of the sweetest. I hope he is home quickly for you to love and enjoy :) Thank you for putting your story out there, I guarantee you have saved a life.

leah @maritalbless said...

I instantly started crying seeing this picture! Praise God it's beautiful!

leah @maritalbless said...

I instantly started crying seeing this picture! Praise God it's beautiful!

leah @maritalbless said...

I instantly started crying seeing this picture! Praise God it's beautiful!

leah @maritalbless said...

I instantly started crying seeing this picture! Praise God it's beautiful!

Lindsey said...

I stumbled across your blog today. I have 3 tiny children, your description of the accident was horrifying and honest... it could happen to ANY mother... Bless you and your family and especially your little Bronson. I hope and pray that his recovery is quick from here on out. I have an 18 month old and think that this age is just SO precious. I hope he is home quickly for you to love and enjoy. Thank you for sharing your story, I guarantee you have saved a life :)

Synergy Girl said...

You can just SEE the life in his sweet eyes!! His spirit is just waiting to jump out and tackle everyone!! What an awesome little trooper!!

Parko Post said...

I don't know you or your family but since finding your blog yesterday I am a different person and a better mom. My daughter is Bronson's age and I have been humbled. I am so grateful to God for you and for your little guy! You can see so much life in his eyes that proves miracles DO happen! So glad that you witnessed this miracle and that your little man is doing so well!

Melissa said...

I am another person you do not personally know. I learned about your family from a photography forum. I have been rivted to your blog anxiously awaiting news and udpates. I am forever changed for the better having read your amazing story. Thank you for taking the time to share this with us. Today's post brought tears of joy. Thank God for this miracle!

Julie said...

Thank you so much for sharing your story! I just started reading it this morning. It took me off the computer today. I spent more time with my girls, who both have been sick with colds. I realized that my 3 year old wasn't okay and took her to the doctors, only to find out she was developing phneumonia. I want to thank you for inspiring me to spend more time with them today. Maybe I would have realized there was a problem, and maybe I would have brushed it off. It could have been much worse. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Your strength, love for the Lord and obvious beautiful love for your husband is amazing. What an inspiration you and your family are! I am overjoyed for your sweet Bronson! He's an angel on earth!

Anonymous said...

Thank you for sharing your story. It has reminded me what precious gifts our munchkins are. I have been praying for your family since I stumbled across your blog via babycenter. I was absolutely OVERJOYED to read your latest happy updates! Your boy has touched so many lives, and I am so happy for you all-- truly this has been life changing :-)

Sherie said...

After the storm..comes the rainbow. Amazing faith. I am so happy for your sweet family.

stayputsocks said...

YAY!!!!!!!!!
Kate Brotherson

Adi said...

On behalf of all the people who posted the comments you deleted, I apologize. I don't understand how anyone can write something negative on such a joyous post. So if it means anything, I'm sorry they posted things that had to be deleted. Bronson is a blessing and a miracle.

Anonymous said...

I am so happy for you! Bronson and your family are in our daily prayers. I find myself praying many times a day that all will continue to progress for your sweet boy.

Leslie Pond said...

Thank you for sharing your story with me. As a mother of 3 little girls, my youngest being about Bronson's age, this has brought many tears of empathy but also of joy. Prayers are truly answered. Angels walk among us everyday and Bronson is so blessed to have a mother that loves him like you do. I can feel the love as I read. May God's strength be with you and your family every step of the way.

Anonymous said...

Dear Staker Family,
I came across your blog through a friend who has been following your story. Tears filled my eyes so many times as i first started and continued reading about your precious Bronson. I too, have an Oct. 2008 baby. I am so happy for you and for Bronson's amazing progress. It is proof that the Lord blesses our lives and that faith and prayers never go unnoticed. Thank you for your testimony and strength, you have touched me in so many ways and I will never take one day with my little one for granted. May the Lord continue to bless you and your family! Much love and prayers.

Idaho Falls, ID

becky said...

i hope he gets to come home soon. I have learned with my kids that the priesthood blessings are miracles in themselves and when you add fasting to it it makes miracles happen. congrats on his progress. We continue to pray for him.

Doin' It Digital (Shannon C.) said...

Miraculous! So happy for you guys! So happy for Bronson and his brothers and their faith!!!

Kari said...

I just found your blog today and I have been crying and smiling right along with you. What a terrible accident, yes, ACCIDENT, that has taken place but even better, what an AMAZING miracle. Bronson must be one of Heavenly Father's latter day Stripling Warrior's. Stay strong! My family will be praying for ALL of you!

All my love,

Kari
Cottonwood Heights, UT

Carly said...

He looks amazing. Hard to believe the state he was in a little over one week ago. Praying his recovery continues!

Carly
Phoenix, AZ

Shauna Quintero said...

Praise God.

Jenny Richins said...

I found your blog from a friend of a friends, and I am so sorry you and your family are going through this. since i have read what happened, i feel so drawn to my children. I really take a step back from being so busy and enjoy my kids a lot more then i did in the past. You are an inspiration to me. I am so glad to see this beautiful picture of Bronson. What a cutie. I hope and pray for a fast recovery. You and your son are in my thoughts daily. Jenny

Anonymous said...

What an amazing blessing. I have a little boy a month older than Bronson and I have spent the last hour crying as I read through your story. Your faith is amazing and I am so thankful that God has given you and your family so many blessings. It could have happened to any one of us, God won't give us more than we can handle, although I'm not sure I could do as well as you. I will keep you and your family in my prayers . . . Love and prayers from Eugene, Oregon!

Anonymous said...

Your family does not know me. Your story touched me. I have a little boy who will be 18 months old next week. I did exactly what you did and I will run to do something, only intending to be gone for a minute but get busy picking this or that up and being gone longer that I thought. I have stopped doing that because of you. I am so happy that he is doing well. You were my reason to fast on Sunday.

Thanks again for your story and may the Lord bless you even more.

Anonymous said...

SO SO WONDERFUL! I commented before that you don't know me, but have been following your blog. It is so great to see the Lord's miracles manifested in your family. Thank you for sharing your updates, this made me tear up for joy! :) So happy for you all!!!

~Love from Provo, UT

Laura said...

Oh what a handsome little man! {Looks like he has your eyes.} I hope you'll continue to post Bronson's progress..that is if you can tear your self away from that little miracle.

Heather said...

Wow, this is so wonderful! I know you have 100's of comments to read, but just wanted to let you know our little family in Ontario,Canada have been praying for you. A friend of mine posted a link to your blog asking us all to pray for Bronson. We followed your blog and continued to pray for your family. What a miracle you have been blessed with. Heavenly Father truly does hear us. It is such a small world too. My brother-in-law recently got engaged to a lovely girl who is living with us until they get married. Turns out today I found out she new about your family as well because her sister is Caryn Templeman, a neighbor of yours. Anyways, just now you have lots of prayers in Canada. God Bless

JaCee said...

A friend mentioned you on her blog. I've just spent over an hour reading, scrolling, and crying over this monumental experience you are so beautifully sharing. You have changed my life. I'm going to sleep in my babies room tonight, just to hear them move around in their sleep. I too share in your testimony of our Savior and a loving Heavenly Father. Thank you, thank you for your example. So excited to see more updates! He is absolutely deliciously adorable!

Anonymous said...

Praise God! Thank you God for the gift of life in this little boy!

Kaelee said...

Conversation overheard between my six year old and three year old: "Remember Bronson, that baby who is sick in the hospital? Well mommy says he is getting better, isn't that great?" IT IS GREAT!

Jaynann said...

You don't know me but a friend mentioned your blog and I had no idea what happened and so I went back to your first post. All I can say is that my heart just ached for you. Any mother could have been in your shoes and had the same thing happen. I am so happy for you that he is making such wonderful progress! I can feel the joy coming from your precious baby's eyes in that beautiful photo! Thank you for sharing such amazing faith and strength. I pray the Lord will continue the miracles in your behalf! Praying for you...

Anonymous said...

So beautiful..Thank you Jesus! :)

Super Kimmie said...

You don't know me but I found your blog through another blog I check from time to time. I am so totally THRILLED for your family and your sweet sweet boy.

BenLand said...

God is good :)

Jenny Bay said...

I am SO SO happy for you - what an adorable little guy!

Joshua and Tara said...

Thank you so much for sharing your story with so many of us that you don't even know. I too have held my babies tighter and cried tears of sadness and today, tears of joy! What a wonderful miracle!

THE Stephanie said...

Praise God!!!

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