Just wanted to let you all know... we lost our precious girl tonight at 5:35. We knew the end was coming... she had a very difficult day and we were anticipating it, but nothing can possibly prepare your heart for something so hard. We are clinging to the knowledge that she is no longer suffering but is in her Savior's arms. Our time with her in heaven will be so much greater and so much more special than even the most incredible days we've spent with her here on earth. We are so thankful for every memory the Father gave us. I will never regret a single second spent as her mommy.
Sellers and her Daddy spent some time outside on the back porch talking, so she knows. Thank you for your prayers and for your sweet encouragement.
We love you all...
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«Oldest ‹Older 401 – 600 of 655 Newer› Newest»My heart aches for you. Precious Copeland is in heaven with many other little angels including my little angel, Christian (T18). Thinking and praying for you.
Perhaps they are not the stars,
but rather openings in Heaven
where the love of our lost ones
pours through and shines down upon us
to let us know they are happy."
~Inspired by an Eskimo Legend
love you guys. our hearts break and rejoice with you
praying still
Dearest Boothe,
I am so sorry for your loss and praise God for your sweet family...so willing to include all of us in on the miracle of Copeland's life. No words can thank you enough for the love that you have given to me by your honest and authentic sharing of the joys and the sorrows of this remarkable journey. It has taught me so very much. Thank you and may you have a sweet sleep tonight. May you have a real vision of your precious girl in His arms. There are many loved ones there to hold her and love her unitl such a day that you are with her again. I pray that I can meet her too....whole and well forever.
Much love and peace to you. We will all have you in our hearts and prayeers continually,
Paige Holloway
God bless you and your precious angel. You're in my prayers.
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Parable of immortality ( A ship leaves . . . )
by Henry Van Dyke - 1852 - 1933
I am standing by the seashore.
A ship at my side spreads her white sails to the morning breeze
and starts for the blue ocean.
She is an object of beauty and strength,
and I stand and watch
until at last she hangs like a peck of white cloud
just where the sun and sky come down to mingle with each other.
Then someone at my side says, 'There she goes!
Gone where? Gone from my sight - that is all.
She is just as large in mast and hull and spar
as she was when she left my side
and just as able to bear her load of living freight
to the places of destination.
Her diminished size is in me, not in her.
And just at the moment when someone at my side says,
'There she goes! ' ,
there are other eyes watching her coming,
and other voices ready to take up the glad shout :
'Here she comes!'
My heart is anguished for your family. She is where HE planned for her to be at this moment. I am praying for you all.
Thank you so much for sharing your story. You have been in my thoughts and prayers for days and I will continue to lift you up.
As one mother to another, my heart is heavy for you tonight. God bless you and your family.
You are in our prayers and in our hearts...
Boothe & Conor,
Thank you for sharing your hearts, story, and your dear family with us. You guys are never far from my thoughts and prayers. I can't wait to meet Copeland in heaven one day. She's been a gift to me!
Much love,
Pace
What a work the Lord did through sweet Copeland's life. You don't have to look any farther than these comments to see her impact. He is faithful.
Praying for a peace that passes all understanding to cover you and your sweet family.
Praying for you.
Boothe, I have to share this with you. As I sit here typing this- I am humbled and amazed at the providence of God.
You see, I love to read- and I love to write. I absolutely love your writings in SEM. It's total bliss when the SEM comes in the mail, with great anticipation, I immediately open up to the back page and read as you pour your heart out in your article. What a talented and gifted writer you are!
So a couple of months ago, being such a fan of your profound writings, I decided to search the internet to see if you had any other type of publications. That's when I came across your blog... seeing your faithfulness has truly changed my life. I feel like I've walked along side you in this journey- praying, interceding,rejoicing,and now grieving. A couple of weeks ago, I was at church (I go to Fellowship) and one of my friends mentioned that she had a prayer request for another Fellowship family that she had heard about - it was you! I was like- "hey- I've been reading their blog!" I had absolutely NO idea that you went to Fellowship, too. So again, you were brought to my mind.
I want you to know that I am praying for you. You are loved. I am honored to share in your journey and to intercede for you. May God bless you all with His peace, love, and joy. May you rest in knowing that Copeland is finally home. She is completely healed and free.
Your story and willingness to share so openly has changed me. Thank you for taking time to touch so many through your terrible pain. Our prayers are with you.
I like so many others who have read your updates and emails over the last few days have just been so moved by your testimonies. Your updates have been passed along to us by a friend of a friend. My husband and I have been praying so much for you guys and will continue to in these weeks and months ahead. We thank you both for the incredible, honest, and God-glorifying testimonies you both have shared with so many. It is no doubt Copeland has strengthened your faith and she has also strengthened the lives of so many others who have shared in her story. God bless you and your familes!
Auburn, Alabama
Praying for peace for your sweet family.
So sorry for your loss...We are praying for your family. Praying that GOD will comfort you and hold you close in this difficult time
sending our love...
Dear faithful Boothe, Conor, Sellers, Mike, Paula, Chelsea, Carter, Everett, Peggy, and Phyllis....
May her sweet memory be eternal. I can't help but think about those tiny little fingers that struggled to simply open -- now touch the face of God.
My prayers for you all continue....
Much love,
Renée
Conor and Boothe,
I have been following your blog for several weeks now. My daughter attended ACU with your sister. Please know that you are in our prayers. My heart aches with you as we cry out to the Rock of our salvation. I will pray that you and your entire extended family be surrounded by brothers and sisters in Christ who can minister to you and meet your every need. Praying for peace like a river tonight as you try to rest your weary bodies and souls. It's amazing how many people are holding your arms up during this difficult time. Your example of faith has brought comfort, courage and refreshment to many. Thank you for your testimony. We grieve along with you.
TO ALL PARENTS
“I’ll lend you for a little time, a child of mine,” He said,
“For you to love the while she lives and mourn for when she’s dead.
It may be six or seven years, or twenty-two or three,
But will you, till I call her back, take care of her for Me?”
“She will bring her charms to gladden you, and shall her stay be brief,
You’ll have her lovely memories as solace for you grief.
I cannot promise she will stay since all from earth return,
But there are lessons taught down there I want this child to learn.
I’ve looked the wide world over in my search for teachers true,
And from the throngs that crowd life’s lanes, I have selected you.
Now will you give her all your love, nor think the labor vain,
Nor hate Me when I come to call and take her back again?”
I fancied that I heard them say: “Dear Lord, Thy will be done!
For all the joy Thy child shall bring, the risk of grief we’ll run.
We’ll shelter her with tenderness, and love her while we may,
And for the happiness we’ve known, forever grateful stay;
But shall the angels call for her much sooner than we’ve planned,
We’ll brave the bitter grief that comes, and try to understand.”
--Edgar A. Guest
Sweet Farley Family, my heart aches for you tonight, but at the same time I rejoice that your Sweet Girl, Copeland Fair, is now fully healed and home again. Thank you for having the courage and faith to share your struggles, joys, and steadfast witness with us all as you lived out these last months and days. Boothe, now we know why God blessed you with your amazing ability to communicate the written word: it was to give Copeland a voice, a testimony, and a fullness of being to others. She affected more people in her eight days here on earth than do many octogenarians. I pray now that you and Conor will have peace and rest unto yourselves. Your faith has exemplified the love of Christ. What an example that has been to so many, young and old alike!
You remain on my heart and in my prayers, Rachel--Carter Welch's grandmother
dearest ones, i am so sorry. i am praying for each one of you. thank you for sharing her life with us. we are richer for it! may you rest in God's peace, and know His tender love for you all.
I am sorry...
You are all in my heart.
I can't imagine what you are all feeling but please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Copeland's sweet life has touched so many and the faith of her family is truly inspirational. Praying for your peace and comfort.
Cyndi-B'ham, AL
Boothe, Conor and Sellers,
It is with an aching heart I write these words to you now. I only discovered your story this afternoon at work, after site hopping from blog to blog to blog. I read your entire blog and was awestruck at your grace, your eloquence, your faith and the deep beauty of the love you showed your daughter. We have all come to love your precious girl, and the incredible family she was entrusted to for her time on earth. Her life has impacted my own in ways I am certain I don't even realize yet. Your faith is astounding. I know the that the power of your ministry in no way lessens the grief you feel engulfed in now, but your story has been such an incredible gift and blessing in my own life and more especially to my own (recently almost nonexistent) faith. I am weeping with you, rejoicing with you and praying for you all. Thank you for sharing your family and your pain and your joy with us. I can't wait to meet Copeland someday.
Wishing you peace and rest in the days to come. I will be impacted by this for the rest of my life and will continue to pray for you all.
I came across this song and wanted to pass it on to you. It is "Beauty for Ashes" by Crystal Lewis. I hope the lyrics touch you as they have me. Music speaks to my soul and I hope it does to yours too. Still praying. . .
He gives beauty for ashes
Strength for fear
Gladness for mourning
Peace for despair
When sorrow seems to surround you
When suffering hangs heavy o'er your head
Know that tomorrow brings
Wholeness and healing
God knows your need
Just believe what He said
He gives beauty for ashes
Strength for fear
Gladness for mourning
Peace for despair
When what you've done keeps you from moving on
When fear wants to make itself at home in your heart
Know that forgiveness brings
Wholeness and healing
God knows your need
Just believe what He said
He gives beauty for ashes
Strength for fear
Gladness for mourning
Peace for despair
I once was lost but God has found me
Though I was bound I've been set free
I've been made righteous in His sight
A display of His splendor all can see
He gives beauty for ashes
Strength for fear
Gladness for mourning
Peace for despair
Christina Adams is a friend of mine and she has been sending me updates on your sweet little girl. It's strange...I don't even know your family but I believe, as Christians, we are on this earth to pray for one another. My heart goes out to you as you go through this difficult time. May God continue to carry you in His grace.
God bless your family. Your sweet girl is in the arms of our savior....safe and sound. I will continue to pray that you are filled with peace.
With love,
Jen Weathers
I have no words. Your entire family is in my prayers.
We are praying for your family! You have been such a testament of faith through this journey and are truly inspiring.
Love from Texas
Our love and prayers are with you. Copeland has changed us, thank you for sharing your sweet blessing with us. We can't wait to meet your precious Copeland in heaven.
With lots of love, The Ingram's
We are praying for all of you, knowing that your hearts are heavy, but so thankful that Copeland is in the arms of her Maker. I know that He will surround you with His peace that passes all understanding.
Mona and Dave
"Don't be afraid, I've redeemed you. I've called your name. You're mine. When you're in over your head, I'll be there with you. When you're in rough waters, you will not go down. When you're between a rock and a hard place, it won't be a dead end because I am God, your personal God, The Holy of Israel, your Savior. That's how much you mean to me!" Isaiah 43:1-4 (The Message)
I praise God that this is NOT a dead end. The life of Copeland Farley has already touched so many and will touch many more. May the Father continue to use your story for the rest of your days to draw many unto Himself.
Thank you for sharing so honestly and so openly and for allowing us to walk alongside you during this season of your lives. I only know you through the Internet, but I love the Jesus I see shining brightly through you.
Praying His peace over your precious family tonight ...
"Through many dangers, toils and snares, we have already come...
twas grace that brought us safe thus far and grace will lead us home...
The lord has promised good to me, his word my hope secures.
he will my shield and portion be, as long as life endures..." - from amazing grace
Sweet Boothe, Copeland has changed my life forever. Thank you for giving your little girl to God and for allowing him to use her to mold hearts all over the world. Words can't say how heavy my heart is for you, Conor and Sellers. The journey ahead is long but God's grace is more than enough and will sustain you. We will be with you every step of the way during this time of grief. Constantly praying..
I love you, Jenny Webb Watkins
Simply looking at the sheer number of comments for you shows what an impact you and Copeland have had on people. What an incredible gift your testimony is.
Prayers for you tonight for comfort, strength, and a peace that so clearly comes from Him- a peace that passes all understanding. I'm especially praying for Sellers tonight; that she will have sweet memories of her sister and that she will love more deeply for the rest of her life because of the week she had with Copeland. Much love too you.
One thing is for sure- Copeland was loved deeply every second of her little life and is now in the loving arms of Jesus- whole and well. I will be praying for God's peace to cover you and your family during this incredibly difficult time.
Our prayers are with you all. Looking forward to meeting her in Heaven. You have brought me great encouragement through this. We love you.
So sorry for your loss, but so happy she is in her heavenly Father's arms. Praying for you and your family.
RP
My thoughts and prayers are with your sweet family.
When I first read this post I cried. I keep rereading knowing the heartache your lives are experiencing. As I have checked back many times over have I noticed that this little bundle of JOY has brought over 430 people (in comments alone) to see her and the parents who are standing firm in the faith. What a TESTAMENT in and of itself.
Thank you Jesus for sending Copeland to us all. Thank you for her parents, sister, and other close family and friends. I pray that you wrap your loving arms of comfort around them during this time of grief. Continue Almighty God to strengthen their faith.
We all look forward to seeing this precious gift completely made whole in heaven
I have been praying for ya'll for the past two weeks. I'm not sure my heart has ever been so heavy for a family I do not even know, but will know one day in heaven. This week as I was praying for Copeland and your family, the Holy Spirit brought this song to my heart. We will be praying these words over your family and asking God to whisper peace to your soul. Thank you for sharing your most tender thoughts and prayers with us. You have pointed so many to Christ through this journey.
Jennifer
Auburn, Alabama
"It Is Well With My Soul"
Horatio Spafford
When peace, like a river, attendeth my way,
When sorrows like sea billows roll;
Whatever my lot, Thou has taught me to say,
It is well, it is well, with my soul.
IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL,
IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL,
IT IS WELL, IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL.
Though Satan should buffet, though trials should come,
Let this blest assurance control,
That Christ has regarded my helpless estate,
And hath shed His own blood for my soul.
IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL,
IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL,
IT IS WELL, IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL.
My sin, oh, the bliss of this glorious thought!
My sin, not in part but the whole,
Is nailed to the cross, and I bear it no more,
Praise the Lord, praise the Lord, O my soul!
IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL,
IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL,
IT IS WELL, IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL.
For me, be it Christ, be it Christ hence to live:
If Jordan above me shall roll,
No pang shall be mine, for in death as in life
Thou wilt whisper thy peace to my soul.
IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL,
IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL,
IT IS WELL, IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL.
But, Lord, 'tis for Thee, for Thy coming we wait,
The sky, not the grave, is our goal;
Oh trump of the angel! Oh voice of the Lord!
Blessed hope, blessed rest of my soul!
IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL,
IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL,
IT IS WELL, IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL.
And Lord, haste the day when my faith shall be sight,
The clouds be rolled back as a scroll;
The trump shall resound, and the Lord shall descend,
Even so, it is well with my soul.
IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL,
IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL,
IT IS WELL, IT IS WELL, WITH MY SOUL.
Praying for your family...
We pray that the peace that passes understanding be upon you sweet Boothe, Conor and Sellers. You will be in our prayers dear family.
I have been reading your blog only since the day Copeland was born. I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you a peace that passeth all understanding. I admire your and Conor's strength through this most difficult time in your life. Rejoice in the fact that Copeland is FINE now and that you have each other and Seller's. I have no doubt you will all come through this even stronger than you have ever been. Thank you for sharing your precious family with us. May you rest peacefully in the days to come, will be my prayer for you and your family!!
When we lost our baby boy to stillbirth at 34 weeks, the words of Mark Schultz's song "He Will Carry Me" gave me great comfort. I pray they will do the same for you.
I call, You hear me
I’ve lost it all
And it’s more than I can bear
I feel so empty
You’re strong
I’m weary
I’m holdin’ on
But I feel like givin’ in
But still You’re with me
chorus:
And even though I’m walkin’ through
The valley of the shadow
I will hold tight to the hand of Him
Whose love will comfort me
And when all hope is gone
And I’ve been wounded in the battle
He is all the strength that I will
Ever need
And He will carry me
I know I’m broken
But You alone
Can mend this heart of mine
You’re always with me
chorus
And even though I feel so lonely
Like I’ve never been before
You never said it would be easy
But You said you’d see me through
The storm
chorus
We are praying for you not so far away, in Birmingham. Thank you so much for sharing Copeland's life with us... she was a beautiful baby.
I am so sorry. I will pray for you all.
Love to your Mom and Pops
We love your heart Boothe....
Thank you for encouraging all of us...
Peace of Christ..... from Chris, Jan,Taylor and
Brandon Harris
I'm so sorry.
"God is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." –Psalm 34:18
-Courtney in Memphis
May God give you comfort and peace in this time. Copeland's life taught so many of us some precious lessons. I'm so sorry for your loss.
I wish to thank you once again for writing, for sharing this with all of us. You have been faithful to Your Father above.... may you now feel His faithfulness to be your comfort and peace as you rest in Him.
praying for your precious family....
Walking in the midst of both joy and pain with you...
I'm so grateful for the time you had with her.
God bless you and keep you.
May the Lord comfort you right now. Copeland is running through Heaven with my daughter, Abby. And I can just imagine them all laughing! Dark days are ahead, but I am so glad Jesus promises to hold us through them, and even carry us through them. I do not know you. I am a friend of the Luce's. Bless you.
Jessica
We are praying for you as you grieve your sweet baby. We will pray that you are able to balance life with a three-year-old while still grieving Copeland. May you feel God's peace.
Thank you for sharing her story and letting it impact our family.
So sorry for your loss! Thank you so much for sharing your blog with us. We have been blessed more than you will ever know.
Praying for all of you!
God bless you and keep you and make His face to shine upon you... you are being lifted up mightily.
No words can say. I can't even begin to imagine what you're going through.
my condolences. my prayers. my love.
kyle
Boothe, Conor, and Sellers-
Thanks be to our Father for little Copelands life.
This has to be so heart wrenching. I cannot even imagine or begin to understand what you are feeling, but my heart is hurting for you.
Know that the Howell family loves you very much. We are all praying-
May God hold you and your broken heart more closely than you've ever known. I am crushed for your loss and rejoicing in Copeland's presence with Jesus.
Will keep you all in my prayers for the next weeks and months as you walk the path ahead.
Jessica in Chattanooga
God gave you this precious blessing to use for His glory. She, and your family, have touched so many lives with your faith and love for Christ.
May God hold you and continue to show His comfort and love to you through today and the coming weeks and months.
In HIS hands...
I am so sorry and heartbroken for you and your entire family. We will continue to pray for you all during this time of sorrow and grief.
Dayla
I am so sorry for your loss, but what I see in my heart is my Daddy holding your little girl on his lap. He favored his girls and granddaughters. Your faith and reliance on God has inspired everyone here at BOCAP.. God bless you and keep you..
Your testimony through the story of your precious angel has touched my heart. May God continue to bless your family. Thank your for sharing your journey with us all.
farley family-
i cannot begin to imagine exactly how you feel - i know its not possible. but i can tell you that as a mother myself, i weep with you - tears of joy, pain, and in awe of the amazing God we serve and what He is doing through your lives to encourage the thousands of us whose lives your family has touched. THANK YOU for your transparency and for sharing your heart...
you are prayed for-
ben, katie and campbell compton
your faith and trust in the Lord is very inspiring! My heart goes out to you and your precious family. Thank you for sharing your story and know that so many are praying for you right now. You are a Godly example for Sellers,and those of us who have been following your story, of strength and faith in the Lord.
Praying here in Nashville!
I am so sorry for your loss. I will remember your journey for the rest of my life.
We will continue to keep you close in our hearts and our prayers.
Omaha, NE
Don't talk to me yet;
the wound is fresh,
the nauseous pain
I can't forget
fades into numbness
like a wave,
then comes again.
Your tears I understand,
but grief is deaf;
it cannot hear the words
you gently planned
and tried to say.
But...
pray.
-Ruth Bell Graham
I am crying for you guys, aching in my soul...I cling to God's word and in the face of unbearable grief it is the only place to find solace. Praying that your soul's will find peace in the days ahead and a healing balm of Jesus. Copeland is whole and is gazing at Jesus. He knows our deepest pain and I know that He is holding her and admiring His handiwork. He tells her that you will be together before you know it never to be separated again....Prayers for the days ahead until that time. Love in Ohio! Colleen
love you and are praying for you
I just found out about your family today; I'm so thankful our brothers and sisters in Christ have been surrounding you this whole time, and I rejoice with you that as you said once, Copeland is free now.
I'm completely anonymous to you, but I just wanted to let you know that I'm weeping with you.
And I love that you titled the post "homeCOMING."
I'll continue to pray.
praying for you!
these lyrics are not easy to sing, but are so powerful.
"if you want me to" -ginny owens
The pathway is broken
And the signs are unclear
And I don't know the reason why You brought me here
But just because You love me the way that You do
I'm gonna walk through the valley
If You want me to
No I'm not who I was
When I took my first step
And I'm clinging to the promise You're not through with me yet
So if all of these trials bring me closer to You
Then I will go through the fire
If You want me to
It may not be the way I would have chosen
When You lead me through a world that's not my home
But You never said it would be easy
You only said I'll never go alone
So when the whole world turns against me
And I'm all by myself
And I can't hear You answer my cries for help
I'll remember the suffering Your love put You through
And I will go through the darkness
If You want me to
When I cross over Jordan, I'm gonna sing, gonna shout
Gonna look into your eyes and see you never let me down
So take me on the pathway that leads me home to you
And I will walk through the valley if you want me to
Yes, I will walk through the valley if you want me to
Praying for you tonight...
My prayers have been with you since I first heard your story a few weeks ago. I have followed your postings and have felt the inspiration that's been expressed by so many. It is my hope and prayer that the grief that so many people feel for you right now might relieve some of the grief you are surely experiencing. When I am hit with a wave of emotion or sadness for you, I really hope that it's God allowing me to share some of your burden--so that, in that same moment, you might be feeling a wave of peace.
Our God is faithful. He will not abandon you now.
Thank you for the courageous and inspiring example that you have set for so many. God has used you and sweet little Copeland in unimaginable ways.
God bless you all.
i am so sorry for your loss and can not even fathom the complexity of emotions you must be experiencing. We grieve with you. Though you may not know many of us, we are here in support, prayer, love and most of all in Christ to bear these burdens with you. What a bittersweet image to know that your little girl has been cradled by Jesus and taken into heaven :) God Bless, you have truly been such an inspiration and the impression of faith that you and your family has left on me will not be washed for years to come.
Praying for you with so many other saints. May you have peace that passes all understanding.
I tried to post a message last week for you, Boothe and Conor, but it didn't seem to come up so I would like to say it again as it bares saying, I feel.
One of Copeland's big jobs on this earth is to remind us again that every moment IS that Peace that passeth all understanding regardless of circumstance, good or bad. If we stop and check Peace is here. Every moment is a "fresh" one without the weight of the last one if we stop to allow it. That is not to say that we do not feel. No, we feel with great intensity and are blessed to have all of these feelings. God gives them to us as a gift to make life full and we want them all. Simultaneous with the Peace is everything else. Copeland teaches us that every moment is a precious one. We cherish every minute with her. Can we be vigilant to do this without such a fantastic reason as Copeland Farley's physical presence? Just stop for one moment to check and see for yourself.
Boothe, I have known you since you were two years old. I love you like a daughter. I look so forward to a day when I can give you my motherly hug. I have ones for Conor and Sellers too if they will take them. Good job everyone. Now just breathe and take one moment at a time.
yours, Carol
We are praying for you all! Although we've never met, your family has been close to our own for many days now. Copeland's precious life and that of your entire family have been such a testimony to us all. You have faithfully and lovingly shared your journey thus far with us, and now we count it a privilege to share the next days of this precious journey with you. Please know you don't face these coming days alone. We will be fervently praying for you all. We are forever changed for knowing sweet Copeland.
With our love and prayers,
Jamye and Steve (in Memphis)
Praying for God's sweetest comfort, peace and rest for your precious family tonight. What an honor to be able to pray for you through this bittersweet time...may our Father comfort your heart as nothing else can.
I learned about you from my friend who actually heard about you from a friend of a friend of a friend!
I've been following your blog for weeks and interceding for you. I've been out of town this week without internet access and have been calling Eliza daily to get updates on your precious family. I just returned home and am heartbroken to find what has happened.
We've been praying for peace nad healing...at first I have to admit, I was bewildered, crushed, and my first reaction was to ask "why, God, why?"- He so tenderly responded to me, "why, child, little Copeland is healed". Healed. Whole. Forever in the presence of her creator and savior.
Your faithfulness is si inspiring. I am praying for all of you.
~Ada
what an amazing little girl! i can't begin to imagine how much you'll miss her. etta & i pray for your sweet family each day as i rock her, and my heart aches for the loss you are experiencing. we will continue to think of you as you face the days ahead.
-amanda
I have been so blessed reading your blog. What Faith! May God bless and comfort you all through this very difficult time. I'm so sorry.
I will be praying for peace, joy, and strength.
Copeland has made me realize how precious each moment is. She has done so much for so many in the time she has been alive. What an amazing little girl.
Never turn your back
on tears,
do not stem the flow;
put your arms about her
gently,
let her go.
Knowing why is not important,
weeping
sometimes is.
Let her cry
-but kindly-
with a kiss.
-Ruth Bell Graham
I lost my little boy when he was 8 days old. I cannot wait to see him again in Heaven and meet your precious little girl, Copeland. Such tiny little lives can touch so many people. And I truly believe you are right in saying that God can handle some harsh words said to Him. I know I've said my share but knowing that I will see my little boy again sincerely helps me to go on.
I will be praying for your family.
Hi Boothe and Family,
My friend Eliza told me all about you. She heard about your family and has rallied all of her friends to pray for you. I know you don't know us, but please know that you are loved and people all over are interceding on your behalf.
May God surround you with HIS love and peace.
Love and prayers,
Annie (from Chicago)
I am so sorry. I am at a loss for words but I know the Holy Spirit will hear the groanings of my heart as I intercede on your behalf.
"Sin, where is your victory? Death, where is your sting?"
Praise Jesus- thank you for conquoring sin and death for us. Thank you for saving us and giving us hope.
We love you Jesus!!
We love you Farleys.
God of love, grant a measure of your comfort to your children who are grieving this night. Wrap your loving arms around all who mourn the loss of a beautiful girl.
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Holy God, your beloved son took children into his arms and blessed them. Help us to entrust Copeland to your never-failing care and love. Comfort us as we bear the pain of her death, and receive us all into your everlasting arms, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
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Into your hands, O Merciful Savior, we commend your servant Copeland. Acknowledge, we humbly beseech you, a sheep of your own fold, a lamb of your own flock, a sinner of your own redeeming. Recieve her into the arms of your mercy, into the blessed rest of everlasting peace, and into the glorious company of the saints in light.
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Now Lord, you let your servant go in peace, your word has been fulfilled. My own eyes have seen the salvation which you have prepared in the sight of every people. A light to reveal you to the nations, and the glory of your people Israel.
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More prayers being said for you tonight. May you be comforted by the presence of family and friends in the difficult days ahead, and may the blessings of God the Father, Son, and +Holy Spirit be with you now and forevermore.
In quiet, prayerful peace,
A pastor from Georgia
I am sorry for your loss, and although I do not know you personally I have been very moved and strengthed by your faith. You have been very honest and your witness of His love and grace has been very apparent.
God bless you all...
We love you and are praying for you.
The Jones's in Little Rock
May God's grace be especially close to you all during this time. Thank you all so much for sharing your lives with us during this journey. Your family's testimony and faith has tremendously impacted our family. Know that our prayers are with you in the days to come.
Daniel and Carla Breland
I am so sorry for your loss and will continue to lift you and your family up in my prayers. Even though I have never met you, your words have touched me deeply. Your unwavering faith and ability to praise our Lord Jesus during this storm has made me reflect on my own walk with Christ. I will continue to pray for peace and comfort for you.
May God give you comfort and peace that only He can provide. What a blessing little Copeland was for the time that she was here. She touched my life and heart without having even met her or your family. We will continue to pray!
With such grace that only our Savior could give, you have also poured out into your posts. I am sure that there are so many posts that you might not even get this far down the list...but know her life was never in vain. You get to tell her story and that is a story that will go on living...and you will go on living to share the ways that God got you through to this point, and how He will do the same from this point forward. I can't wait to meet you in heaven some day and to meet your sweet sweet precious and beautiful Copeland. You are a great Mommy and Daddy to Sellers and Copeland. Thank you for sharing your heart, for your vulnerability, for HIS strength in your weakness. From your sister in Christ in Oklahoma, you are loved and prayed for. May God's sweet hand be ever upon your heart and hold you SO close. My heart aches for you...
Thank you for sharing Copeland with me. She was truly a gift from God. It excites me that she is feasting with our Father in heaven. I know that she is giving a good report. Farley family thank you for loving her and taking such good care of her. I am continuing to pray for you all. Rest well you good and faithful servants. Much Love and Peace. Emily
Again, I am overwhelmed.
Thank you all for sharing something so painful and private with the Body of Christ. Only one who knows Jesus, can understand our rejoicing mingled with sadness. I know you didn't go into this difficult situation and say "God give me a good testimony" when it's all said and done.
It's only when we're broken-hearted and in deep grief do we get a glimpse of the pain that God the Father endured. He sent His Beloved Son to a world who would not appreciate such a beautiful gift and trample it underfoot.
May God be especially close in the difficult days ahead. I love how Jesus didn't tell us not to grieve. Rather, He said not to grieve as those who have no hope. Because of Jesus, there is hope. Blessed, sweet, inspiring hope!
Praying in Texas,
Connie Hopkins
Home
Dedicated to Copeland Farley
What is like to be held in the same arms
That hold the universe
What is it like to sleep on the chest of
The King of heaven and earth
When you open your eyes
And look on the face
Of the giver of life
The author of grace
Do you know
That your days here changed everything
You're missed here and will always be
But you left here the greatest gift of all
Cause our hearts ache for home
What is it like to breathe in and breathe out
Without having to fight
What is it like to be robed in perfection
No reason to cry
When you feel on your face
Your Father's kiss
A welcome embrace
We prayed for this
You should know
That your days here changed everything
You're missed here and will always be
But you left here the greatest gift of all
Cause our hearts ache for home
So twinkle twinkle little star
We will keep you in our hearts
Twinkle twinkle little star
We will meet You where You are
praying for you and your family in south texas...
I have been so touched by your faith, by how authentic & real you have been in what must have been the most exhausting roller coaster ya'll have ever been on, (& that I have ever had a front row seat to.) I feel like I know you, like we are close friends. I am cried out, prayed up & so totally in awe of yours & Conors walk. Sweet Boothe, just looking at the vast number of believers that have hedged your precious family in is astounding! Because of your faithfulness we are honestly deeply changed.Please continue to press on & post to let us help to pray you through this. As you can read, we genuienly care and are wearing out our knees for ya'll....
Leah, Still praying in Owasso Ok.
I am also amazed at how many lives Copeland's life touched. When I started typing my comment there were 440 comments. Now there are 494. What a witness the Farley family is for Jesus!
We prayed for you all tonight at our Bible study. We all wept with you as we read your blog . We rejoiced with the angels as they carried Copeland home. We are grieving with you. We love you. We are praying for you and are honored that you would allow people you don't even know personally to take this journey with you. May you be strengthened. May you feel loved.
Love, Katie and my Bible study girls in Charleston, SC
Praying for you tonight. Love, Fran and Wayne Kirkpatrick
Conor and Boothe, I pray that you can just continue to put one foot in front of the other. The Lord has definitely been glorified and you are two remarkable people!!
Conor,Boothe,Sellers,Mike,Paula
Chelsea,Heath,Carter & the Farleys
My heart is so heavy for you right now. Please know that so many friends and people you do not even know are lifting you up to our risen LORD in prayer. Thank you for allowing us to walk with you.
all my love,Raja (Psalm 61:1-4)
I'm so sorry, but thank you for allowing us all to be even a small part of this with you. The faith and love you have shown through these words and pictures has touched both my heart and the hearts of probably thousands more. Though she only had a short time, Copeland was a beautiful blessing both to your family and to the world around her.
praying for you.
love you so much.
Our prayers will be with you tonight and in the days to come. May you feel the peace of our Lord Jesus Christ.
~The Roberts Family
wow- we're at a loss for words. we just got word of copeland's homecoming. our friends have told us about your precious family.
we are praying for you right now and will continue.
love from birmingham, alabama
~ matt and betsy
Thank you for opening your life and sharing your journey with precious copeland with so many. I have no words, only can cry with you and intercede for you in prayer. Rest assured knowing that when we dont have the words, the Holy Spirit is interceeding on your behalf to the Father. Copeland has touched so many, thanks to your transparency and willingness to share. She will not be forgotten, and she is healed. Love to you all,
Laura
I'm so sorry. But thank you so much for letting all of us share even a small part of this incredibly difficult time with you. Your faith and love expressed through words, as well as the pictures of sweet little Copeland, touched my heart and the hearts of hundreds more. Thank you for being such an incredible witness of God's love and faithfulness, and may each of you feel His comfort and loving presence in the days to come.
My prayers are with you and your precious family.
thank you for honestly sharing the most precious time of your lives with us. my heart aches for you. may you continue to be blessed and safe in His arms.
Thank you for sharing your story, your faith with me. We may never meet this side of heaven, but you should know that you have made an eternal impact on this mom of 2 boys here in Milwaukee, WI. Your faith is a testimony that has brought me to my knees. I thank God for you. I believe that he has been preparing you to tell this story since before even your own birth. What an amazing testimony....totally amazing. Thank you for sharing Copeland with us....I know I speak for many...maybe thousands. We will continue to pray for your family....
Thank you for sharing your precious Copeland with so many. The numbers of lives you all have touched with your testimony in this time will not be known this side of Heaven. What incredible parents you were to such a beautiful little girl! I have been praying and will continue to pray for you all as the next step in your journey lies before you. How much more special is Heaven knowing your little girl will meet you there! Thanks for touching my heart and my life.
praying for you in the days ahead.
Thank you for sharing your sweet girl with all of us.
The Lord is faithful and works all things for good.
Hugs and blessings,
Karla
please know that all of the girls at hot pink are lifting you up in prayer. my prayer for you is that somehow you can take comfort in the promise that His yoke is easy and His burden is light... so you can find rest for your souls
I'm lifting up your precious family tonight and pray that God holds each of you especially close in the days ahead. I cannot even begin to imagine the depth of your grief; my heart grieves with and for you for your loss. I am comforted to know that however deep your grief, our God and Savior will one day match it with an even greater depth of joy. Please be especially gracious with yourselves...you have all been through so much. Please keep us all posted on how we can pray and know that you are being lifted up. We join you in rejoicing about your Sweet Girl's amazing life and the tremendous impact she (and your family) have made on those blessed to share this intimate journey. Blessings & peace to each of you.
Thank you for sharing your story...her story. She is sweet angel and will be forever. Praying for you and your sweet family.
Conor, Boothe, and Sellers,
My heart goes out to all of you. Copeland is in heaven, but with the loss of a child, so is a part of you also in heaven. This song-With Hope- by Steven Curtis Chapman made me feel like it was written just for us after the loss of our son Bryan. It is written for every parent who has ever lost a child.
1 Thess. 4:13-14
This is not at all how
We thought it was suppose to be
We had so many plans for you
We had so many dreams
And now you've gone away
And left us with the memories of your smile
And nothing we can say
And nothing we can do
Can take away the pain
The pain of losing you, but...
We can cry with hope
We can say goodbye with hope
'Cause we know our goodbye is not the end, oh no
And we can grieve with hope
'Cause we believe with hope
(There's a place by God's grace)
There's a place where we'll see your face again
We'll see your face again
And never have I known
Anything so hard to understand
And never have I questioned more
The wisdom of God's plan
But through the clouds of tears
I see the Father's smile and say well done
And I imagine you
Where you wanted most to be
Seeing all your dreams come true
'Cause now you're home
And now your free, and...
We have this hope as an anchor
'Cause we believe that everything
God promised is true, so...
We wait with hope
And we ache with hope
We hold on with hope
We let go with hope
I am praying for your family.
I linked from another blog onto your blog about a week ago. My two year old noticed the photos of the baby and so I explained that she was sick and that we should pray for her. That night we prayed for Copeland and your family. Every night, since then, he has been the one to remind me to pray for Copeland and he did so again tonight. I will have to tell him tomorrow morning, when he wakes, that the sweet baby was "promoted to glory" (as the church I grew up in calls it). She will smile with the angels and will wait to meet you again. Thanks so much for sharing your story. We will continue to pray that you feel God's grace as you journey through this loss.
Wendy Hill, Indiana
I am so sorry for your loss. I don't have the words. I don't know how anyone can go through what you have endured without Jesus by your side. Lean on Him and know that He can carry ALL the weight you need to pour on Him. May you finally rest, knowing Copeland is Home. What special parents you must be -- God endured her life so that she could impact us, but also so that she could know your precious love. We will never meet, but our hearts are joined to yours in mourning and celebration. Lots of tears, love and prayers from Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Boothe,
I am so sorry. I know that all of you are on an emotional roller coaster. We'll continue to pray and think about you all. Even though she's not suffering anymore, it's still hard to give her up. Please let us know if we can do anything. Your entire family is just precious. Copeland has been a blessing to so many.
Love...Sherry, Chad, Meri Kindle & Stella Claire
More prayers for you and your sweet family. Prayers for comfort, peace and stength. Prayers of thanksgiving for sharing your story and inspiring faith in so many. May God and your sweet angel watch over you and your family for now and always.
Thinking of you all, praying for you all. Copeland is healed and whole in the sweet arms of Jesus.
Mel
The Rose Still Grows Beyond The Wall
Near a shady wall a rose once grew,
Budded and blossomed in God's free light:
Watered and fed by morning dew,
Shedding its sweetness day and night.
As it grew and blossomed fair and tall,
Slowly rising to loftier height,
It came to a crevice in the wall,
Through which there shone a beam of light.
Onward it crept with added strength
With never a thought of fear or pride,
It followed the light through the crevice length,
And unfolded itself on the other side.
The light, the dew, the broadening view
Were found the same as they were before.
And it lost itself in beauties new.
Breathing its fragrance more and more.
Shall claim of death cause us to grieve,
And make our courage faint or fall?
Nay, let us faith and hope receive,
The rose still grows beyond the wall.
Scattering fragrance far and wide,
Just as it did in days of yore.
Just as it did on the other side,
Just as it will forevermore.
Now, you who deeply
feel its loss,
be comforted ~ the rose blooms there ~
its beauty even greater now,
nurtured by
God's own loving care.
By A.L.Frink
Dear little Copeland made such an impact on our lives. Prayers.
Beth
The will of God will never take you where the arms of God will not support you, where the peace of God cannot calm your fears, where the comfort of God cannot dry your tears.
www.jesse-barnett.memory-of.com
I know your pain personally and I will be praying for you.
I've been following little Copelands journey. I'm so sorry that she has left you. May you blessed with comfort and peace.
Dear Sweet Farleys,
like so many others you do not know me and although my words may bring little comfort i just wanted to let you know that my family is lifting you up along with everyone else in this, your darkest hour. i have been so blessed by your words and your willingness to share this journey with us all. i stand in awe of your faith and strength and know that even now as you read these words of praise you are giving all glory to Him. i am so sorry that your time with Copeland was so short but am so thankful for your memories! i rejoice with you now as you envision your girl safe and whole with our Lord and Saviour but oh how i mourn your empty arms and broken hearts. i will continue to pray as your long road of healing begins. thank you for sharing Copeland Fair with us all! she will always be remembered!
Grieving with you and loving you with every tear that falls. May the Lord richly bless you for your faithfulness to Him.
In Christ,
Heather
The Cord
We are connected my child and I By an invisible cord, not seen by the eye.
It's not like the cord that connects us at birth,
this cord can't be seen by any on earth.
This cord does it's work
right from the start,
It binds us together
attached by the heart.
I know that it's there, though no one can see
this invisible cord, from my child to me.
The strength of this cord, it's hard to describe,
it can't be destroyed,
it can't be denied.
It's stronger than any cord that man could create
It withstands the test, can hold any weight.
And though you are gone and not here with me,
the cord is still there
though no one can see.
It pulls at my heart, I am bruised, I am sore,
but this cord is my lifeline as never before.
I'm thankful that God connects us this way
A mother and a child....death can't take it away.
Author Unknown
Words from a Shane and Shane song come to mind:
We love you Jesus,
for so many reasons,
for death, and life, and freedom.
Even now, we love you.
What manner of love is this that You would say
your sin is Mine, I'll take it to the grave.
Death oh, death where is your sting today?
Death is swallowed up in victory.
May the sting be swallowed by God's love.
Copeland has captivated my heart, and will always be remembered. You and your family will remain in my prayers.
Thank you for sharing your faith with me, and for being so generous as to share your little girl during the short time you had her here on this earth. She is healthy and peaceful and playing with the angels now. I pray that you will find a good rest tonight too and may God's peace be with you all.
Praying here as well.
How beautiful your writings are. Thank you for sharing with all of us-family and stranger. I am here only by a common thread of friendship: one that linked me to your site. However, my heart aches for your loss. I am praying for you.
Some day, it may take some time, you will realize the impact that your family has had on so many people...you have truly shared the light of the lord with many. I thank you for letting us in on your highs and lows and thank you even more for your unending faith as it has been an inspiration to me personally and to my family. May God bless you all and I hope that you can find comfort sooner than later in knowing that your wonderful baby girl is in the arms of the Lord....what a blessing to all of us. Your family will be in our prayers.
Thank you for such vulnerability in sharing with us this path that the Lord has for your family. Your faith has spoken loudly to my heart. We mourn with you and pray for the Lord's peace and comfort for today and in the days ahead.
The Sanders - Houston, TX
Thank you for choosing life for sweet Copeland, even when it brought you such pain. Thank you for choosing to share her life with us, and for sharing your heart, your faith, your journey.
I've been continually in prayer for your family this week and will not stop now--Conor, Boothe, sweet Sellers....and the rest of your family...may our God grant you comfort and peace as you walk this road.
I know this season of life so very well. My daughter Denham would have been 4 this past July. She was born into this world and died the same day. I do not know you, BUT our Father does and I am praying to Him for you and your family.
Boothe & Conor,
May God grant you peace in your hearts and continued faith in your lives. Thank you always for sharing your precious gift.
Sellers,
May God grant you wisdom and compassion beyond your years, that you may light the way for your parents in these dark hours.
To Copeland's entire family,
May you find comfort in each other and the Lord. Please protect and love this young couple and their little girl as you mourn together and rejoice in Copeland's sweet little life.
With utmost sincerity,
Melissa
I am so sorry for your loss ((hugs)) You are in my thoughts.
We are so sorry. We have been lifting all of you up to our heavenly Father and know He is sheltering you under His wings. You will see Copeland again and she will run to you, with her arms up, after being loved so well by her heavenly Father.
How beautiful is the Body of Christ. Boothe and Conor, there are so many who are still standing in the gap for you, and will continue to take you by name before our Father, who alone can trade beauty for ashes. Thank you for your story; we are watching your family stand in the fire and yet you are not consumed. How faithful is our God!
My husband and I prayed from your family tonight, we don't know you but your story has touched our lives significantly. Thank you for being so raw and sharing it with us.
May peace be with you, From Arizona...
At the transfiguration of Jesus, His face shone like the sun and his raiment was white as the light. Matthew 17:2
Praise God for making little Copeland whole and I can imagine her little pretty face is shining as warmly as the sun. Welcome home, sweet angel.
God be the Glory! I'll remember you, dear Conor, Boothe and Sellers in prayers for many weeks and months to come. We're all thankful to see how God has used your family mightily and He's going to continue to use you to bless many souls.
PEACE be with you,
Phemie
I've never met you but heard about your story from a friend. I am geniunely inspired by your strength and broken for your loss. Your family is in our prayers. Thank you for sharing your story with us.
"The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble, and He knows those who trust in Him."
Nahum 1:7
I'm so sorry for your loss of precious little Copeland. I'm thankful God gave you this week with her and pray that He will hold you gently as you walk through the days and weeks to come.
Thank you for so beautifully sharing your family's experience with us. Your courage and faith has blessed me richly.
from Odessa, Texas
I am so sorry for your loss. Knowing this is not God's final plan and that there will be a sweet Heavenly reunion someday will hopefully bring peace.
Again, I'm sending you HUGE hugs, don't really know what else to say, but I trust our Lord will be carrying you through this time x
Well done, good and faithful servants.
No words can express how very sorry I am for your loss.
Copeland accomplished some mighty things during her short time on this earth.
Your story of love, courage, and faith in God has touched many lives.
I just found out about your family through BooMama's blog. The photos of your family celebrating Copeland's "first" birthday moved me to serious tears. I found it to be precious and beautiful beyond description (not to mention that your whole family IS beautiful).
I'm so very sorry for your deep loss. I know you are comforted by the fact that she is being cradled in the Father's arms tonight. At the same time, I imagine the depth of your heart and I'm moved to pray for your entire family.
Please know that you are indeed being bathed in prayer.
Blessings,
~Toni~
Booth, Conor and Sellers,
May the Holy Spirit stregthen you and may the Father's love be lavished on you all as you walk this road of suffering. You have brought glory to the Father in all you did for Copeland. Thank you for your being so transparent and always sharing the gospel.
May you have new mercies from the Lord every morning. Never stop telling your story...Copeland's life is a testimony of God's grace and faithfulness.
Praying for you all.
My prayers go out for your family tonight. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Bless you and holding you tight in my heart....
I know that words will not lessen the hurt your hearts are overcome with right now - but somehow, as all the other 600 people (some who know you and some who don't)who have commented here, I want to let you know that your grief is carried by us in our prayers to the only One who knows your pain. I truly pray that the Lord may flood you all with His peace in the long dark days to come. He loves you all so dearly and somehow these earthly brothers and sisters on this page are a small sign of His love for you. Your daughter was so beautiful and she is even more so now in her radiant new and perfect body. May you find some comfort in knowing that many around the world are weeping with you at the loss of your precious baby girl. Much love and prayers, Meg in Sydney Australia
I am so sorry for your loss. You have been in my prayers and will continue to be.
You are a remarkable young family, and I am in awe of your faith and rejoicing that Copeland is safe in the arms of Jesus.
Please know that the prayers don't stop, and may you know the peace of God, and the love of everyone out here in the real world.
Adding my prayers for peace. I am so sorry for your loss.
I am praying for your family! God bless!
we are praying for you...
I am sorry to hear of your great loss. During this time, when grief is so heavy upon you, my prayer is that God will help you to continue to breath. I know that with a loss so acute sometimes you wonder how you will take your next breath in and how you will continue on tomorrow. It is only by the grace of God. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Although I've only been reading about your story for the past week I cannot tell you how much your journey has moved me. Looking through your comments it is plan to see that Copeland has reached more people than most people do their entire lives. She has inspired me and changed me to be a better Follower, a better wife, and a better mom. I look forward to meeting you all one day, on Heaven's side!
I pray for that you are able to find comfort in your time of great sorrow. Please know that God healed Copeland's tiny body into one that has no pain, no blue spells, and full of laughter & smiles. I know her time was short, but think of all she touched.
Know that my prayers are joined to everyone elses.
Thank you for allowing us to be blessed by the presence of Copeland, and the courage that you have lived during all of this time. May God continue to bless you and your family until your reunion with Copeland.
I came to hear about Copeland and your precious family from a friend that met your family only one time; but remembered how friendly you all were. I only just this week was sent a link to your blog but have been unable to stop looking for updates and praying earnestly for Copeland and your entire family. I'm moved and inspired by your faith and love and your willingness to share during this difficult time. What a blessing Copeland is and through her struggle her on earth she has been to so many! May your family continue to be surrounded by the enternal love and strength of God; and feel the warmth of the Lord's smile shining brightly on Copeland.
There is nothing worse for a parent to endure than a loss of a child. My prayers go out to you. Seeing the outpour of support and prayers is a wonderful testimony to the lives that Copeland has touched in so many ways during her short life. You are such a loving family, find comfort in Him, know that Copeland is healed and looking down upon you free of pain.
Sending hugs and prayers your way!
You are in my prayers.
I've read your blog every day, several times a day and cried and prayed. I don't know you, but you have been such a blessing. I so appreciate your honesty and openness. Copeland had the best parents in the world. I'm praying that you will feel God's arms wrapped around you as you walk through this.
Still in constant prayer for you and your family.
Sherry in Johnson City
When Tyler died I imagined him with Kyle's grandmother. I was such a comfort to me. All day yesterday I kept thinking of Tyler holding Copeland. He was so excited about Zach and Kara's babies so I can imagine him holding Copeland and laughing with her. I hope you find some means of comfort and know how much God loves you. Bernita
I was praying for your family with my 3 yr old before bed last night. I told him Copeland was sick and soon she would be in heaven with Jesus. He said, then I will get to meet her. We will continue to pray for your family. Especially that little Sellars will understand. And we can't wait to meet all of you in heaven.
praying for you. from rocksinmydryer.
deb meyers
i am so sorry for your loss. may god watch over your family and give you the strength you will need to endure this heartache. take comfort knowing that she is with the lord and tht he is taking care of her. she is a beautiful blessing from god! i will be praying for you.
Said a prayer for you Wednesday evening at Church. Praying for you now. So sorry for your loss.
Julie from Ky
I have been following your blog. So sorry for your loss. Your family is constantly in my prayers.
Tara
Atlanta, GA
I can't imagine walking in your shoes. Its so comforting to know that you recognized to rely on God and not on your own strength. I know you rejoice in knowing Copeland is whole and healed now, but I'm sure inside you feel quite the opposite. Thank you for sharing this journey called life - we will be praying for your entire family as you start the process of healing. Bless you! Amy
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Ladybug and Family
575 comments as I write! Among the many reasons to cherish your daughter's life is knowing how it touched so many. A special prayer for you all today. You are a beautiful family.
Praying for continued strength for your family. Your loss is heaven's gain. Your faith is uplifting and inspirational. The days ahead will be difficult. Your God will be there for you. God sent an extraordinary girl to an extraordinary family. God's peace be with you all.
May the Lord bless you and keep you,
May the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious unto you,
May the Lord lift up his countenance to you and give you peace.
Numbers 6:24-26
Not knowing how to pray, we are lifting up the entire Farley family, both now and in the months to come. Praise the Lord that "made like Him, like Him we rise, Alleluia!"
Kit and Natalie
Thank you all so much for sharing your story. My heart has been touched by it. I will continue to pray for your family for the days and weeks ahead.
In God's Love...
Words cannot express. You have been so courageous, and I continue to pray the Father wraps his love around you all.
Your sweet little girl has brought encouragement back to my life, and for that, I thank you!
With much love,
Amanda, Randy, Robert and Wyatt
Prayers for you and your family. Thank you for sharing your sweet little girl with us, she's touched our hearts and our lives in so many ways.
I pray you all are filled with grace and peace. I wish there were some way you could actually feel hugs from God, because I know He is holding your family firmly in His embrace especially during this time.
I'm so sorry for your hearts.
Peace be with you.
Our family is praying for yours
May the Lord give you comfort, joy, hope and peace today. Thank you for sharing your faithfulness in God. You are truly and inspiration.
Boothe,
Please know that the same host of saints you have referred to in earlier posts will continue to lift you, Conor and Sellers up to the Father. Whatever you go through as you grieve the loss of sweet Copeland, you will be constantly covered in prayer and constantly covered by the love of Christ Jesus.
Your blog has touched my heart and soul. Thank you for sharing this with us in the body. Words are so anemic but I hope for you that the Heavenly Father would cradle you in His arms and that you would give yourselves to grief. Your writing is a fragrant testimony to the goodness of our God in the desert of this of this earth.
thank you for sharing your journey with us. i will be praying for your family in the coming days and weeks. copeland is with Jesus now, but i can't imagine how hard it must be to have had her for such a short time, then to have lost her again. you've kept such an amazing, God-focused perspective through this whole thing that is so admirable. i pray that God will comfort you as only HE can, bring you a peace that passes all understanding, and that you are able to rest and rest well.
She will be the most beautiful angel imagineable. My heart is with you all.
Continuing to pray for you all as we have over the last few months. May you continue to feel God's sweet grace and mercies.
I have been following your blog for the past week. I am so very sorry about the loss of sweet Copeland. Thank you so much for sharing her with all of us. Your faith is amazing.
Farley Family-Your blog has served as an inspiration of strenth and courage to so many people, many of whom you don't even know. I know of you through a friend of a friend of a friend in Alabama. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your loss. However, how great it is that Copeland no longer has to imagine what it's like being with Jesus!
I am so sorry for your loss. Your little girl is now in heaven with her Lord and is whole and happy and watching over the precious family who loved her so well while she was here.
Cling tight to Sellers and may you feel the Lord's comforting arms surrounding you all. You are loved by many whom you'll never meet. God Bless you!
Oh my... I pray you feel comfort and peace, I am so very sorry for this precious loss. Many many prayers being said for your family right now...
Stephanie
I'm so sorry.
I can only imagine the sorrow and loss you must be feeling. As I have been reading your updates each day I am humbled. You have such a strong faith in God. My family and I are so proud of you and Conor. We pray for you all daily. God Bless You All.
I tried to post last night, but it looks like it got lost in cyber-world. I found your blog through another. I have seen several friends walk this same road, and have grieved (inadequately) with them through loss. Thank you for sharing publicly your private grief---the Lord will use your story to minister to others for years to come. Your faith challenges my own. When a friend lost her husband prematurely and stood with raised hands at his service singing "How Great Is Our God," I was humbled. Only through great trials do we build deep faith, but few of us welcome the journey. May He give you the strength to put one foot in front of the other during the days of the worst grief, and may your home again be filled with joy.
Lori in Salem, VA
Praying for your family here in Memphis, TN. God has really used all 4 of you to encourage all of us. Know that you will never be forgotten and will continue to be in our prayers.
Praying for you and your a family.
We are praying much comfort and grace for you and have been immensely blessed by both your authenticity in your pain as well as your choosing joy at this time.
I will continue praying peace and comfort over your family. I am so glad that God allowed all of us to see a tiny glimpse of His beautiful creation. May you always treasure the time you spent with her.
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