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04-13-2012, 07:49 AM
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Wouldn't Take Nothin' For My Journey Now!
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Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 7,358
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Re: Baby Girl Found Unresponsive
Myron Smith wrote: (Annaleigh's uncle)
"What Christmas Could Not Do"
I love the holiday season. Few occasions present themselves to us in this life that provide such joy, peace, and happiness.
Families eat together...
Remember the birth of our Savior...
Play dominoes and cards...
Watch football...
Tell the same, old, tired jokes...
Exchange gifts...
Gossip...
I treasure these special times when we attempt to unplug from the hustle of life, clear our minds, and reflect on the blessings of God.
This past Wednesday, at the bidding of a fifteen month old little angel, we were given a special, unexpected moment in time.
When we were first informed of Annaleigh’s drowning, we immediately felt the panic, hurt, fear, uncertainty, and questions which are natural to situations such as these. Soon, however, we realized that God was truly in control, and began to trust Him.
As I sat in the hospital, waiting on the helicopter to arrive with Annaleigh, I immediately sensed that we were about to have a special moment in life. We were going to witness sweet Annaleigh do what Christmas could not do.
It would be the performance of a lifetime.
For the next 36 hours, she battled. Not for herself, but for those of us gathered near her. We thought we were there for her, but in all reality, she was there for us.
36 hours of prayer...
Friends, family, and colleagues, united around one cause...
No arguing about political candidates...
No debate regarding the upcoming election...
No cards or dominoes, but we did manage to work in the same, old, tired jokes...
36 hours of unity...
People on every continent across the globe... focused...
New friendships created...
Old friendships renewed...
Reconciliations...
New commitments made...
Old commitments rekindled...
Each tremor of seizure in her hands, was Annaleigh stepping to the conductor’s pedestal, orchestrating the performance of her lifetime...
36 hours of healing
36 hours of love revival
36 hours of preferring others
36 hours of devotion and servitude
To the naked eye, her little arms, spread beside her body seemed so weak...
But with each tremor, she was gripping families, friends, acquaintances, and colleagues and pulling them together. With each moment, with each breath, she did what Christmas could not do...
Thank you, Annaleigh, for the giggles...
Thank you, Annaleigh, for the smiles...
Thank you Annaleigh, the clarity of life...
Thank you, Annaleigh, for the performance of your lifetime.
See you soon.
Kim and I will bring bubbles...
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04-13-2012, 08:02 AM
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On the road less traveled
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Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: On a mountain... somewhere
Posts: 8,369
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Re: Baby Girl Found Unresponsive
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Originally Posted by Cindy
Her great uncle also died yesterday, please pray for these families.
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Do you know whether it was the father's side of the family or mother's with this situation? I know the father's side well.
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04-13-2012, 08:03 AM
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On the road less traveled
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Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: On a mountain... somewhere
Posts: 8,369
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Re: Baby Girl Found Unresponsive
So so sad. Will be in prayer for the family. Beautiful words spoken from Bro. Myron, and Bro. Kent.
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04-13-2012, 08:17 AM
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crakjak
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Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: dallas area
Posts: 7,605
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Re: Baby Girl Found Unresponsive
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Originally Posted by Falla39
Myron Smith wrote: (Annaleigh's uncle)
"What Christmas Could Not Do"
I love the holiday season. Few occasions present themselves to us in this life that provide such joy, peace, and happiness.
Families eat together...
Remember the birth of our Savior...
Play dominoes and cards...
Watch football...
Tell the same, old, tired jokes...
Exchange gifts...
Gossip...
I treasure these special times when we attempt to unplug from the hustle of life, clear our minds, and reflect on the blessings of God.
This past Wednesday, at the bidding of a fifteen month old little angel, we were given a special, unexpected moment in time.
When we were first informed of Annaleigh’s drowning, we immediately felt the panic, hurt, fear, uncertainty, and questions which are natural to situations such as these. Soon, however, we realized that God was truly in control, and began to trust Him.
As I sat in the hospital, waiting on the helicopter to arrive with Annaleigh, I immediately sensed that we were about to have a special moment in life. We were going to witness sweet Annaleigh do what Christmas could not do.
It would be the performance of a lifetime.
For the next 36 hours, she battled. Not for herself, but for those of us gathered near her. We thought we were there for her, but in all reality, she was there for us.
36 hours of prayer...
Friends, family, and colleagues, united around one cause...
No arguing about political candidates...
No debate regarding the upcoming election...
No cards or dominoes, but we did manage to work in the same, old, tired jokes...
36 hours of unity...
People on every continent across the globe... focused...
New friendships created...
Old friendships renewed...
Reconciliations...
New commitments made...
Old commitments rekindled...
Each tremor of seizure in her hands, was Annaleigh stepping to the conductor’s pedestal, orchestrating the performance of her lifetime...
36 hours of healing
36 hours of love revival
36 hours of preferring others
36 hours of devotion and servitude
To the naked eye, her little arms, spread beside her body seemed so weak...
But with each tremor, she was gripping families, friends, acquaintances, and colleagues and pulling them together. With each moment, with each breath, she did what Christmas could not do...
Thank you, Annaleigh, for the giggles...
Thank you, Annaleigh, for the smiles...
Thank you Annaleigh, the clarity of life...
Thank you, Annaleigh, for the performance of your lifetime.
See you soon.
Kim and I will bring bubbles...
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Sweet, we should all realize that this life is not the main thing, it is only the beginning!!!
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04-13-2012, 08:21 AM
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crakjak
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Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: dallas area
Posts: 7,605
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Re: Baby Girl Found Unresponsive
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Originally Posted by Falla39
Facebook
R Kent Smith
Indecision was upon the countenance of the young mother.....
Should I really let my baby run to him....
His smile lifted as did his hand....
Suffer her to come to me.....
I know it will hurt for you to let her....
But trust me enough allow her to come to me.....
Mom trusted.....
And our Annaleigh stepped from her mother's embrace into His.....
At 3:27 a.m. April 13, 2012 our sweet Annaleigh stepped from our world to His......
And amid tears Mom saw the little brown hand and big smile turn and wave that everything is OK.....
On another day the Mom placed that baby in the room that had gotten her him.....
And processed the questions of the prophet...
Is it well with thee, thy baby and thy household?
She answered , "It is well"....
And then just a moment ago the questions were asked....
Is it well with thee, your household, and your baby....
And gently Mom knew, just at did the the others....
It is well....
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This life can be cruel, yet it is moments like these that we realize, this is not it, there is much, much more!!!! We are not physical beings having a spiritual experience, we are spiritual beings having a physical experience (this life). The spiritual is much, much greater!!! This is the tent, not our permanent abode.
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04-13-2012, 08:28 AM
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Supercalifragilisticexpiali...
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Join Date: Feb 2007
Posts: 19,197
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Re: Baby Girl Found Unresponsive
I am moved to tears at these postings!
God bless all this family.
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"It is inhumane, in my opinion, to force people who have a genuine medical need for coffee to wait in line behind people who apparently view it as some kind of recreational activity." Dave Barry 2005
I am a firm believer in the Old Paths
Articles on such subjects as "The New Birth," will be accepted, whether they teach that the new birth takes place before baptism in water and Spirit, or that the new birth consists of baptism of water and Spirit. - THE PENTECOSTAL HERALD Dec. 1945
"It is doubtful if any Trinitarian Pentecostals have ever professed to believe in three gods, and Oneness Pentecostals should not claim that they do." - Daniel Segraves
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04-13-2012, 08:47 AM
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Forever Loved Admin
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Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Texas
Posts: 26,537
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Re: Baby Girl Found Unresponsive
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Originally Posted by KeptByTheWord
Do you know whether it was the father's side of the family or mother's with this situation? I know the father's side well.
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I am not sure, getting some info on FB. Will try to find out.
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If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.
2 Chronicles 7:14 KJV
He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? Micah 6:8 KJV
Beloved, now are we the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is. 1 John 3:2 KJV
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04-13-2012, 11:54 AM
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of 10!! :)
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Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: South
Posts: 5,899
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Re: Baby Girl Found Unresponsive
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Originally Posted by Hoovie
I am moved to tears at these postings!
God bless all this family.
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So was I Bro Hoovie.
So very touching.
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04-13-2012, 12:04 PM
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Registered Member
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Join Date: Apr 2008
Posts: 355
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Re: Baby Girl Found Unresponsive
Annaleigh was the Daughter of Redonia Smith, Daughter of Rev. R. Kent and Tracie Smith. They have pastored in Conroe Texas for about 20 years.
Kent's Dad is RW Smith, currently of Lufkin Texas, who was and is an awesome minister and pastor (he was my pastor in High Island Texas at one point)
Kent's brother Rev. David (Andy) Smith pastors in Round Rock Texas
Kent's Brother Rev. Myron Smith pastors in the League City Texas area.
Tracie Smith's (Step) Mom is Shirley Thomas Patrick. She is married to Rev. Carl Patrick who is an awesome minister and pastor
Tracie's Sister Vicki Thomas Simoneaux is married to former Missionary to Africa Rev. Tremayne Simoneaux and who now pastors Gospel Truth Church in Houston Texas.
Tracie's (Step) Brother is Rev. Kelly Patrick and he pastors in Mississippi.
LOVE each of these families.
I grew up with Kent, Kay, Andy and Sharla Smith. (Myron came along MUCH later!)
I met the Thomas Family as in and around the Texas Campgrounds.
I also grew up with Paulette, Karen and Kelly Patrick (Deneise and Carla was a bit older than us). Our dad's pastored neighboring churches.
Such a horrible tragedy to happen to such a good Mommy and great young lady. My heart breaks for all the extended family.
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Bella1 "Live 4 2 Day"
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04-13-2012, 08:01 PM
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Registered Member
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Join Date: Dec 2008
Posts: 10
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Re: Baby Girl Found Unresponsive
https://www.facebook.com/groups/124165044373882/
She passed away, but here is a group where you can leave your sentiments.
Beautiful pix of a little angel God needed in heaven.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1241...373882/photos/
Update from the grandfather
Kent Smith Wrote:
Indecision was upon the countenance of the young mother.....
Should I really let my baby run to him....
His smile lifted as did his hand....
Suffer her to come to me.....
I know it will hurt for you to let her....
But trust me enough allow her to come to me.....
Mom trusted.....
And our Annaleigh stepped from her mother's embrace into His.....
At 3:27 a.m. April 13, 2012 our sweet Annaleigh stepped from our world to His......
And amid tears Mom saw the little brown hand and big smile turn and wave that everything is OK.....
On another day the Mom placed that baby in the room that had gotten her him.....
And processed the questions of the prophet...
Is it well with thee, thy baby and thy household?
She answered , "It is well"....
And then just a moment ago the questions were asked....
Is it well with thee, your household, and your baby....
And gently Mom knew, just at did the the others....
It is well...
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