Wednesday, November 26, 2008

THANKFUL....

I have been emotionally consumed by this blog. The story is WORTH reading from start to end. It hits close to home since my husband is a pilot and we too have a small personal Cessna aircraft. It is the story of Stephanie and Christian Nielson a young, vibrant and in-love couple and a plane crash on August 16, 2008 where they were both critically burned-sweet Stephanie over 80% of her body. They were both in medically induced comas for months while Christian and "Nie Nie's" 4 kids age 6 and under have been cared for by Nie's sister Courtney since the accident. Nie Nie and Courtney's blogs were both VERY POPULAR before the crash as they are very talented writers. The blogging community has come out since the crash to raise more than $250,000 for the couples hospital bills.

Both blogs are inspiring and their story is a real story of love, courage, compassion, family, loyalty, faith and suffering. You will be thankful you read their beautiful story.

6 comments:

A said...

I'm adding it to my reader! Thank you for sharing :)

Tara said...

I've been following their story as well--truly inspiring.

Deanna said...

I just came across your blog and it is WONDERFUL.... I look forward to coming back.

You have an amazing family!!

My husband and I are hoping to adopt in the future as well....

Immeasurably More Mama said...

I've visited this blog before and have been moved by their story.

Shell in your Pocket said...

Their story is beautiful! Happy Thanksgiving to you!
-sandy toes

Amanda said...

Thank you for sharing this story. I had not heard about it or seen these blogs before. My heart is so very touched.