tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2864394486854097024.post788589439768575241..comments2024-01-30T02:21:09.599-06:00Comments on Along Came the Bird: BittersweetAlongCameTheBirdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04590432394118183751noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2864394486854097024.post-49655481281770509212014-05-11T18:44:13.864-05:002014-05-11T18:44:13.864-05:00You don't know me...yet...and yet...you may ne...You don't know me...yet...and yet...you may never know me. But, I want to say, how glad I am to have you and your husband and daughters come to our church. I too have a special needs child and met Lily this morning. It's so nice to meet you! I am really enjoying reading up on your family, getting to know you and your husband better. I look forward to the years ahead. God Bless you!!! Welcome!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2864394486854097024.post-67903155056503809042014-05-11T11:13:06.124-05:002014-05-11T11:13:06.124-05:00Hey, good to see you back here! Yes, I do know fri...Hey, good to see you back here! Yes, I do know friends like that and I value them highly ;)<br />I never knew your husband was a pastor so I'm glad that I too am one of those 'friends' and came back here to find out your news. The very best of luck for the next part of your family's journey.... xxjazzygalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04069218745940412457noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2864394486854097024.post-50804255658726803002014-05-10T21:18:41.314-05:002014-05-10T21:18:41.314-05:00Glad to see you are back...I enjoy reading your bl...Glad to see you are back...I enjoy reading your blog. My son is a bit younger than Lily and also on the spectrum - helps to know I am not alone in challenges so I read blogs occasionally and even bookmarked your blog...moving can be stressful so good luck on the move..moving tip for plates - put paper plates between them to act as cushion - in moving quite a bit for jobs in my life I have learned to pack foam, stuffing, paper towel etc. (lots of it) into breakables and have only broken one coffee mug - of course you may be lucky and have a moving company doing it all which is always nice just watch out as they will even pack the trash...hope the new job works out for your husband - I don't quite get the calling thing that preachers talk about but hey hope it is a step up and more money Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2864394486854097024.post-45305789887811264772014-05-08T11:12:02.687-05:002014-05-08T11:12:02.687-05:00Lana, I am at the other end. We are so looking fo...Lana, I am at the other end. We are so looking forward to you and your family coming to Katy. I am so thankful for getting a glimpse into your heart for God, for family, and for people. Thank you. Pam IrvinAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2864394486854097024.post-82865620000413455302014-05-07T19:45:52.131-05:002014-05-07T19:45:52.131-05:00I'm very happy to see you writing on here agai...I'm very happy to see you writing on here again! Sometimes "surrender" is the bravest thing you could do and I know you will bring blessings to your new home and church family. This was a really inspiring post. xoxosmilinjohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16774270348325860387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2864394486854097024.post-86318264453894146482014-05-07T18:59:51.329-05:002014-05-07T18:59:51.329-05:00We really enjoyed your blog, good luck in Katy!We really enjoyed your blog, good luck in Katy!International autism ministryhttp://www.internationalautismministry.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2864394486854097024.post-68513719909880872832014-05-07T12:33:56.859-05:002014-05-07T12:33:56.859-05:00I was so excited to see your post but then I remin...I was so excited to see your post but then I reminded myself what it was about. I kept dreading the end hoping it would be a different outcome. I am excited for what God has planned for your family in Katy. Thank you for being obedient to God's Word for you...surrender. It isn't always easy to be in the center of God's will but there is no other place to surrender yourself too. I can't wait to see all God has planned. Just think it is only May......I love you and am thankful God had our paths be together even for this short time. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11631070814816806027noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2864394486854097024.post-20450359865930272032014-05-07T09:27:13.894-05:002014-05-07T09:27:13.894-05:00What a delight it was to see a new posting from &q...What a delight it was to see a new posting from "Along Came The Bird" when I opened my computer today! I've missed your wonderfully-written blogs and, even though this blog is about something that literally crushed my heart when I first learned what God was up to, it was a joy to read . . . because of your incredible gift of communication. This is a blog I will always cherish because it captures "everything" - even the pain - in such a positive (and, yes, even entertaining) way. You are one AMAZING woman, wife, and mother. I have admired you for so long, and cannot find the words to properly express it. I'll trust the Holy Spirit to do that. I love both you and Pastor Ryan and all three of your girls. I know that God has great things in store, and His best is yet to come for your family . . . and for Katy.Mary Greennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2864394486854097024.post-22391888176318528302014-05-07T08:30:22.277-05:002014-05-07T08:30:22.277-05:00Oh Lana. So well written. I have tears in my eye...Oh Lana. So well written. I have tears in my eyes recalling our own journey of leaving church families we truly loved and still do. I am so grateful to have met some wonderful people over the years and have even learned from the not so wonderful people! I know there will be tears, sadness, excitement, anxiety, anticipation, and so many other emotions all rolled into one. I also know there will be a great new group of people to bless you and be blessed by you and your family. I will be praying for you. If you come up to visit your folks, please let us know. Maybe we can all get together and catch up over homemade ice cream! It's been a long time.<br /><br />Joyce DossAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04939181793884940695noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2864394486854097024.post-11810857924468669892014-05-07T07:54:41.447-05:002014-05-07T07:54:41.447-05:00I know it was quite a shock to many of us at BBC t...I know it was quite a shock to many of us at BBC this past Sunday when Ryan shared his heart. I was filled with mixed emotions as well. This one thing I do know...obedience brings blessings! I am so thankful both of you listen to God and that He is in control...not us. It is hard making the choice to obey sometimes, but in the long run, when we do make the choice to obey and surrender our will to His, there is much peace. Yes, I will miss you all terribly, but I know God has a plan for you in Katy, Texas. This is the next part of your journey with Him. You have written it very well. I cant say THANK YOU to both of you enough for the privilege of being a part of your journey. Ryan has walked his talk....even to the point of sharing this past Sunday, when he could have waited. I know it was very hard and emotional for Him, but I am grateful he did. It gives us ways to pray for you all during the next few weeks, not to mention loving on you and family before you leave. You both have been very gracious and compassionate with so many of us. I do hope you will stay in touch through your blog! I have missed your postings, but I am sure you have had your hands full lately. Praying for you as you step out in faith and obedience to our wonderful Lord!Teresahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18053125490035682358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2864394486854097024.post-10392610580740188122014-05-07T07:48:05.935-05:002014-05-07T07:48:05.935-05:00Ooohh change is scary! Take a deep breath and kee...Ooohh change is scary! Take a deep breath and keep praying.<br /><br />God bless you in your new home and congregation! Love your bracelet, by the way!<br />Heidi ButkusHeidiSongshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09707005347428472063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2864394486854097024.post-72169227155412286862014-05-06T21:21:14.430-05:002014-05-06T21:21:14.430-05:00I'm sure you have a million things going on. ...I'm sure you have a million things going on. I just wanted to share a few things. I never got to say thank you for leading the ladies study on "1000 Gifts". Your insights and teaching as well as the study itself were paramount to me getting what thankfulness and gratitude were all about. That revelation along with a host of God's orchestra of tools was instrumental in my successful plight to where I am today, not just the physical breakthroughs of losing over 100 lbs and having healthy lab results, but spiritually, mentally and emotionally as well (although a lot still needs to be done). So to you, a big thank you for taking your time to sharing the power God can use when we can recognize and be genuinely grateful for His amazing and abundant blessings. I believe gratitude and thankfulness are the cure to worry, doubt and a host of other vicious fears.<br /><br /> I'm forever grateful to your husband's graciousness and kindness since I came back to Bannockburn in 2009. I'm slow, but just now getting to deal with areas that I've offended some I mentioned in a post on my blog at http://t.co/K8DqnAXa9P. Your family certainly has a heart of compassion and grace that is rare and admirable.<br /><br />I also enjoyed many of your blogs and have stolen reading ideas you posted. By the way, if you haven't read Francine Rivers "Bridge to Haven", I'm reading it now and am recommending it to everyone.<br /><br />I'm praying abundant and amazing blessings, power and breakthroughs for you and your family! Bless you!!!Yvonnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13846441499193309798noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2864394486854097024.post-69124616959690985082014-05-06T19:55:22.143-05:002014-05-06T19:55:22.143-05:00Beautifully written Lana Rush! Love you guys!
Fran...Beautifully written Lana Rush! Love you guys!<br />Fran KelleyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2864394486854097024.post-74435843545269588192014-05-06T18:21:53.944-05:002014-05-06T18:21:53.944-05:00This news may have been easier to take if you HAD ...This news may have been easier to take if you HAD seen Jesus on a peice of toast. Katy will be blessed as will your family and all who trust in Him.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15946993075649186449noreply@blogger.com