The Happiest Day of Her Life, the Hardest Day of Mine
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RuthMay 14, 2021
This story really touched me. How amazing that such an awful day could turn out to be one of the best, with a shift in perspective. Also, I love that Becky had homeopathic medicines to help with the diarrhea!
DanielleMay 13, 2021
I have enjoyed these articles so much and reread each of them several times. Becky and Jolanta are both truly extraordinary! (I look forward to learning more about Thomas n future articles too.) Thank you so much for sharing with us!
LewisMay 13, 2021
I continue to be incredibly impressed by Jolanta and her courage. To be taken from the life you have known and be uprooted, carried to a strange country with strange people must have been terrifying. She is an example to all of us. As are you, Becky. You didn’t have to do any of this, but you answered the promptings of the spirit. May God bless your life, as you have blessed the lives of so many.
Becky DouglasMay 13, 2021
Thank you for your kind words, Robert! Anyone with nine little ones is a hero of mine! I think I can personally vouch for how challenging that is, and also, for how rewarding that is! You have a good eye. Thomas, Jolanta's brother is, indeed, the second from the right in the picture. We've been focusing on Jolanta's experience in these past few articles. One more article on Jolanta, and then we will focus on Thomas's experience, which in many ways was the polar opposite. Just making sure that we never got bored . . ..
Robert W CowartMay 10, 2021
Becky as the father of nine little ones I find it hard to find the right words to express my admiration for your Christ like love and action for Yolanta and her brother. I know there will be some special times later when as a family on the other side you all reflect on these mortal experiences.I have to ask is that Yolantas brother in the middle of the 2 bigger boys. He looks like her.
Edi WinbergMay 10, 2021
What a beautiful story. Thanks so much for sharing. What a beautiful family you have and what a blessing you and your husband are in their lives. I pray that the Lord will continue to bless you and your family.
Jackson BartonMay 10, 2021
Thank you for sharing. My heart has been filled with overwhelming love and compassion. Brave w omen!
KarinaMay 10, 2021
I love this story!!! Thank you so much for sharing. Wow!!! and to think about how many times I've complained about doing chores around the house and taking care of children. I have no troubles at all after reading your story. Thank you for being a great example of Christ-like love! Blessings for you and your family.
PaulineMay 10, 2021
I guess I can deal with what I have to deal with. Thanks for the story.
Lawrence HigginsonMay 10, 2021
Thank you for sharing. You all are special examples of God like pure love and charity❤️
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