She fought to make it through last night, and she fought to get through the morning, but by early afternoon she had a serious case of acidosis, which resulted from the dead bowls sending acid into her blood. The doctors knew then that it was only a matter of time for her.
We spent her final hours holding her, telling her stories, singing her songs, and reassuring her that we loved her more than anything and that we always would. Brooke told her fairy tales of princesses and about how we met, and I told her about Romeo and Juliet (I changed the ending to make it a bit nicer) and Shakespeare and falling in love. We tried to make sure she knew all the things we were never going to get the chance to tell her.
When the time came, she was comfortably resting in Brooke's arms. Her heart rate dropped pretty quickly, and it was over in a matter of a minute. She was in no pain.
We've said all along how great the people at the St. Peter's NICU are and today was no exception. Besides going out of their way to comfort us and ease our sadness, they arranged it so that we could have a family portrait. They brought Charlie out of isolation and Lily out of her isolette and carried both over on portable oxygen tanks. They closed down the entire NICU so we could have some privacy and gave us a chance to be together as a family for the first time. It was brief but it was the best thing that we could possible do. We will cherish this photo for the rest of our lives, I'm sure.
Annaleigh was loved. I said that yesterday and judging by the amazing number of comments I was not wrong at all. We can't express how grateful we are to all of you who have stayed with us through all of this and have offered your love and support. Her eight weeks in this life were way too short but in that time she touched a lot of lives.
We've got to make funeral arrangements now, something I honestly never thought about before. We're probably going to have a small private service for our immediate family-- we're not sure we could emotionally handle anything bigger.
Again, thank you all. We love you baby.
590 comments:
«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 400 of 590 Newer› Newest»i just finished reading your story. What beautiful people you are. Your daughter was loved as your son and daughter ARE LOVED. My prayers are with you.
I don't know what to say except that your family is in my thoughts. I can't begin to imagine what you are going through and I am amazed by your strength. God bless your family.
Brooke, Joe,
My heart aches for your loss today and I know that there are no words to describe the emotions with which you are surely overwhelmed. We lost one of our babes in utero and I know how painful that was for us. I can only imagine the magnification of that pain with what you're experiencing. I will keep you all in my prayers.
This is a beautiful family picture and I am glad that someone thought to take it.
Marie (mw from TC)
Brooke, Joe, Lily and Charlie.
We are so sorry for your loss.
-Jessica, Jeffrey, Andrew and Cole (jchandlerjbates)
God bless you all. I just don't even know what else to say. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I am so very sorry that dear, sweet Annaleigh is no longer here with you. I am thinking of you all.
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Words just can't express how sorry I am. She was a beautiful little girl, and she will be so missed. You and your little ones are in my heart, and will stay in my prayers.
I think we were all hoping for a miracle right up until the bitter end. My heart goes out to you and your family and sweet little Annaleigh. The multiples board is here for you and grieving with you tonight and in all the days to come.
Much love and peace.
Thank you for sharing Annaleigh with all of us.
I am so, so sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers....
Words cannot say how heartbroken I am for you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
As as been said, you don't know me and I don't know you except through your posts. But I want to express my sincere condolences on the loss of your beatuful Annaleigh. I found the link to you through a friend on Facebook yesterday. I read every post and know that she was, and is, loved and always will be. I will continue to read your posts ... both of you are in my thoughts as are Charlie and Lily Bug.
I am so, so very sorry for the loss of your sweet girl. That is the most beautiful family portrait. You will all be in my thoughts.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Annaleigh was beautiful and loved by her family. She was always be remembered. Take care.
Nicole (lollipop320)
I'm so sorry for your loss. We also lost our son Nicholas due to NEC. He was the only one of our triplets to not make it. It's been 10 years now and we still remember him every day.
I'm so sorry. Annaleigh will be in our hearts forever.
MZANS
Brooke, Joe, Charlie, and Lily,
You should all know that even though most of us never got to meet sweet Annaleigh in person, her short life has touched us. You are an amazing family that has been put through more than any family should ever have to deal with. God will see you through as he takes Annaleigh into the safety of his arms. You are all in our prayers, today more than ever.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Praying for your family constantly. There are thousands of people all over the country sending prayers up to you all & your beautiful angel baby.
Rachel (Rachel&Joe from the preemie board)
Just learned of your story tonight and I sit here weeping. Bless little Annaleigh and bless you all, her family.
Baby Annaleigh has touched our hearts forever. She will be deeply missed. Our prayers are with you and your babies.
I am so very sorry. Thank you for sharing your precious Annaleigh. I will be praying for your family.
You are all in my thoughts - still wishing you peace, comfort, and precious memories of your beautiful daughter to sustain you.
i am so sorry. keeping all of you in my thoughts.
Thank you for letting us have a glimpse of this precious girl, her sweet brother and sister, and her amazingly strong parents. I'm thinking about you both and wishing you all the strength in the world to make it through the next few days, months, and years. My heart is broken for you.
God bless little Annaleigh. You touched many hearts during your brief stay here.
Brooke and Joe - you are amazing. Wishing you peace.
May love and light keep you.
Praying for you.
the most beautiful family photo I've ever seen. We're all praying for you during this very difficult time and praying for Annaleigh.
~ RI Nesties
I am sorry for your loss! I cannot even imagine what you are all going through! My friend sent me your link the other day and I have read many of your posts about your journey. My heart breaks for you all! I will continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. Annaleigh is now an angel watching over her siblings and her parents!
Know that I keep your family, especially sweet Miss Annaleigh, in my prayers.
My heart breaks for you. She's now your little angel in heaven.
I am so sorry for your family's pain. You are all in my prayers.
Brooke, Joe and family, I'm so sorry for your devistating loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this time. Amy (al320 from WC).
Brooke and Joe,
Words can not express the sorrow that I am feeling for you right now. My heart sank as I read this post. I know that Annaleigh is in a better place and she will never be forgotten. It is great that you were able to have a family photo together with her. It is so special to have that now. I am sure your greif is unimaginable and I wish you blessings as you cope with it.
I happened upon your blog via another one- I am so very sorry to hear about sweet Annaleigh. My prayers are with you all during this time of grief. I pray that God would be as near to you as your very next breath.
I'm so, so sorry. Sending love and prayers and hugs.
Words cannot express the sadness in my heart for you all. What a heartbreakingly beautiful goodbye your gave your sweet angel. I know Charlie and Lily will always have their own guardian angel.
With love and sympathy,
Emily & Sean
emmyloustu - SAIF
Joe & Brooke -
I'm so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Your family picture is beautiful.
~Sparkly*Bride from WC
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. I have felt like I've gotten to know all of you through your blog and I just don't even know what to say, other than, thank you for being the wonderful people you are. Annaleigh did touch a lot of lives in her short time and will never, ever be forgotten.
My heart breaks reading this story...you both are such strong people and I know this is the hardest thing anyone should ever have to go through. My best prayers to your family, and many prayers and love to Annaleigh. Although I don't know you personally, this story brings tears my eyes and overwhelms me to no end. Good luck to you and the rest of your family--your strength is immeasurable and the memory of your little girl will never be forgotten.
I am so so sorry. There are no words. Annaleigh touched so many.
I am so sorry for the pain that you must be feeling right now and I wish I could take it away. Annaleigh was, and always will be, a very special girl. In such a short time she has touched so many lives. We are all blessed to have known her and you are truly blessed to have been her mom and dad. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your beautiful and precious daughter. I hope these lyrics can help you find peace and comfort:
I am a child of God and He has called me home.
My earthly journey's through but still, I do not walk alone.
He leads me, guides me, walks beside me, helps me find the way.
He welcomed me with open arms. I live with Him today.
I am a child of God and I have gone ahead.
My earthly life was brief but oh, such peace and love you gave.
You loved me, held me, stood beside me and though I cannot stay.
You gave me much to help me and I live with Him today.
I am a child of God and I will wait for you.
Celestial glory shall be ours, if you can but endure.
I'll lead you, guide you, walk beside you.
Help you find the way.
I'll welcome you with open arms
One bright Celestial day.
--Donna Kulliard
There are no words. Thank you for sharing your little angel Annaleigh. You two are amazing parents with such strenght. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
My heart hurts for your family. I pray God's mighty peace will cover your entire family.
Annaleigh is loved.
I am so terribly sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Brooke and Joe:
As a fellow triplet parent, I have followed your blog over the last few weeks and have cheered you along every step of the way. I can't even imagine what you both might be going through. But, please know that there is an entire community of people who are keeping you and your family in their thoughts and prayers!
As I sit here crying, I have no words. I am so sorry for your family. You have a beautiful family both inside and out- that family photo is just amazing. God Bless all of you. I will continue to keep all of you in my prayers.
I am so heartbroken for your loss. I know that Annaleigh is serving as your guardian angel in heaven now. She will continue to bless your lives in a different capacity now. My prayers are with you and your families.
You are both such amazing parents. I found out from a friend about baby Annaleigh. I'm sure she went to heaven knowing how much she was loved. I'm so sorry for your loss & may the memories of her last a lifetime. I'm praying for your other 2 beautiful babies as well & hope they come home soon.
I'm so sorry for you loss. God bless your beautiful little girl.
I am so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for your family as you remember your sweet Annaleigh.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers and I'm saying a special prayer for your little angel!
What a beautiful and amazing photo. I'm so incredibly sorry for your loss. No parent should ever have to bury their child.
I am so very sorry for your loss. I wish there was something I could write to bring you comfort. I'm thinking of you and your little ones.
I know Annaleigh will always be with you and I hope that gives you some comfort. I know it doesn't make it any easier right now, but know that she is looking down on her whole family with nothing but love because that is what she felt so strongly from you during her time here on earth. She was one loved little angel. And she will continue that role in heaven, always with you and her brother and sister.
My heart breaks for you right now, the tears just keep flowing and flowing. Annaleigh (and your whole story) has really touched me.
True story--I started my vacation in NJ today. Around 4:45pm we were driving back from Philly and were right around the Trenton/Hamilton area of I-95. We saw the most amazing rainbow. I couldn't help but think of sweet Annaleigh! She was aready making the world a more beautiful place from above.
I pray for strength for you all in the coming days, weeks, months, etc. Just know that Annaleigh was filled with love every minute of her time here--and that she will continue to love on all of you and bless you from above.
Melissa (shady06 from Multiple Mamas)
I just found your blog yesterday from a nestie friend on facebook. I am so sorry for your loss and praying for you. Thank you for sharing this story.
I am so sorry for your loss. Little Annaleigh really was a fighter to the end. I am so glad you were able to get your family portrait and spend her last moments making them special. Please let us know if we can help in any way. I will continue to pray for you.
- Melissa (meldoo2002 - multiple mamas)
My heart and prayers is with your family.
My heart is breaking for you. Annaleigh was so loved and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Brian and Meredith (MrsTowny)
Brooke and Joe, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jamee (517butterfly from SAIF)
My heart is absolutely broken for you guys. I know there's nothing anyone can say...there are just tears for your dear, sweet Annaleigh.
If you need anything at all in the coming days please let me know. Sending you and your families lots of love, hugs and prayers.
Joe and Brooke,
Nothing I can say will make it any easier but know that Annaleigh is watching over you and her siblings now. You will always have her with you and your babies will always know her love. Annaleigh will see Charlie and Lily through times of trial as only a sister can and will help you through your hardships as well.
Hugs and prayers to each of you in your time of sorrow. Thank you for the chance to get to know your beautiful little girl who was such a strong fighter and special soul.
Karen Norrod
I am so so sorry for your loss. I too lost one of my triplets while they were still in the NICU. The pain of losing a child is one that no one should have to bear. Annaleigh will live on through the amazing little survivors your children will grow to be. Please contact me if you ever want to talk.
I am so sorry for the loss of sweet Annaleigh. You and your family are in my prayers.
Tears are streaming down my face as I write this. I am so sorry. So, so, so very sorry.
She was the most beautiful baby. I'll never forget her amazing little face.
I am so, so sorry. My prayers are with you.
Im so very sorry! I honestly hoped that I would log on today and read that she was ok. What an amazing picture of the 5 of you, I am sure you will cherish it for ever. God bless you and take care of your beautiful babies
I am so very sorry for your loss. I can't even fathom it myself. Please know that my prayers will be with you and your family.
I don't even know your family but feel so close to you. My eyes welled with tears as I read about Annaleigh. So sorry for your whole family. Remember you will always be triplet parents!
Fellow Triplet mom
I am so deeply saddened by the loss of your little Annaleigh. She was so lucky to have such amazing parents for her short time on this earth. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time and through the days to come.
i am so sorry for your loss. i can not imagine how hard this is for you both and your families. i am sure annaleigh is watching over her brother and sister
I wish I had words for you, but they seem to escape me again. Praying for strength for your family and sharing in your grief over Annaleigh's loss.
You don't know me, but I've been following your story. I am so sorry for your loss.
I'm so sorry to hear about beautiful Annaleigh. I pray that God eases your pain and continues to help Charlie and Lily grow.
We don't know each other but I learned of your story from a mutual friend. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Our hearts are broken for you and many prayers are being sent your way! Families are eternal!
Hopeful7 from TC
I am so sorry for your loss, my heart is with you and your family.
Good journey sweetie...
Big HUGS to you guys, I love your family photo.
little annaleigh. i never met you, or your parents. truthfully, i didnt even know you existed until yesterday afternoon when my cousin (a MoM blogspot friend) posted a link to your parent's blog asking for prayers. i read the blog in it's entirety and cried. and cried. and cried. such beautiful little people, you, your brother, and sister are! and what a story! i could not get you out of my mind all night and all of today. you are so very tiny and yet have touched so many lives on so many levels. peace be with you, little sweet angel, on your next journey.
thank you for sharing your story, as hard as i can only imagine it can be. thank you for sharing your little peanuts with all of us. i hope you find peace and comfort.
Our hearts are broken for you and many prayers are being sent your way! Families are eternal!
Hopeful7 from TC
I am so sorry for your loss of beautiful Annaleigh. I have been following your story through the nest since Brooke water broke. I have been praying for you family daily and wish there were words I could say to ease your pain. May god comfort you during this difficult time.
Valerie
i am so glad you were able to take that beautiful photo...
there are no words to describe a loss like this. i am so, so incredibly sorry.
sending all our love,
gretchen, michael, michael jr. and daphne rose
I am so very sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
- Sara
What a beautiful family picture. I am so sorry for your loss. Annaleigh is such a beautiful little girl and you are right...she was loved by so many.
I am so sorry for your family's loss. Your strength is amazing and your precious angel was so lucky to have you in her too short life. Sending you blessings and comfort.
I am so greatful that you have shared Annaleigh with us. I truely enjoy reading your families story. I am so sorry for loss and kept hoping all day that there would be an amazing turn around. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace knowing your angel Annaleigh is in His good hands. I'm sorry for your loss and pray you continue to find the strength through the love that surrounds you.
I've never met you, but I mourn with you. Your hearts must be breaking. I can't even imagine! Please stay strong and know that others are sending good thoughts and prayers your way.
That photo is so very precious. I will continue you keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sending so much love,
"Choensa"
God bless your family and hold and comfort you all during this terrible time. I am so sorry for your loss.
I just got done reading your blog as it was recommended to me by a friend that follows it. I am so sorry for you loss and will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. Keep strong for your other two beautiful babies.
Samantha
Oh I am so very sorry. A parent should never have to endure such pain. My heart goes out to you and your family. I wish I could take your pain away...Annaleigh you were a special little girl and you were loved by many and will be missed eternally...
I'm so sorry :**(
Fly high with the angels, Annaleigh. You are loved.
I am so very, very sorry for your sad loss. What a great and wonderful mommy and daddy you are to make sure her last moments here on this earth were filled with joy, with stories of princesses and beauty, with love from her mommy and daddy and brother and sister! And please know that you both, and your little family, are loved by so very very many people, and that you are in all our prayers!
Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers....
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your family is close to my heart and in my thoughts.
((hugs))
There are absolutely no words at a time like this. I am so very sorry. Your family is in my thoughts.
Christine (Kiki11 on TTTC)
My deepest prayers are with all of you at this time..just know from a mom who lost her 5 day old daughter that your little angel will always be with you...what helped me the most is to talk about her and the time that we got to spend together....Annaleigh's brother and sister will be very blessed with their angel watching over them...its alright to have every and any emotion in the near future...i promise you will get through this, your little one will make sure her mom and dad are OK!!! blessings to all of you!!
My prayers are with you and your family during this time. My husband and I have been following your story since day one and are both heartbroken and shed a tear for Annaleigh.
Brooke, Joe, Charlie & Lily...
You don't know me and I don't you, but I've kept up with your story. It has truly touched my heart and I have been keeping your entire family in my prayers. God bless Annaleigh and how lucky she was to have such an immeasurable amount of love in her life. I am so sorry for your loss and you will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
The Rojas Family in Miami, FL
Brooke and Joe, I don't know of anything else to say that hasn't already been said by 300 other people commenting here. I'm so sorry for your loss. We're praying for you guys. Annaleigh is truly an angel watching over all of you. She will be missed by so many people.
(mayfirstbride from theknot)
I am so sorry for your loss and will continue to pray for your family.
Thinking of you and your family. There are no words....I am so sorry for your loss.
You are in my heart and prayers. May God grant you some solace in knowing that baby Analeigh is at peace and that while she was in this world, she only knew love. Having lost both of my twin boys shortly after being born prematurely, I truly know your pain. God bless you and your family.
My deepest and most sincere condolences. I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your story and your beautiful children with us. You and your entire family are in my thoughts.
Continued thoughts and prayers are with you and your family tonight.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Heaven welcomed an angel today.
My heart just aches for you all! May God Bless Annaleigh and bring you peace and stregnth! My prayers will be with you always.
I'm so very sorry for your loss. The family portrait is beautiful. You will be in my thoughts.
Brooke and Joe,
Words can't express how sorry I am for the both of you. Two loving and caring parents should never have to endure this type of pain. Joe, You are an amazing father. I don't know where you found the strength to keep everyone updated, amazing is all I can say. As the tears stream down my face, my heart goes out to your family. You are bothing amazing people. Annaleigh is forever with in our hearts. If you need anything at all PLEASE don't hesitate to ask. We will be there!!!
With all of our love,
Carolyn and Cayden
I'm so so sorry to hear about Annaleigh. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
To your entire family...I am so sorry for your loss. I've just recently found your blog and have read every entry. I have never met you, but feel some connection. May you find peace and allow time to heal your broken hearts. You will never forget Annaleigh...she will always be by your sides. My thoughts are with you; you will be in my prayers.
i dont know you personally but have followed your blog. i, along with so many others, have been praying for you and your family. i am so sorry to hear of your loss.
i will keep you in my prayers.
I'm sooo sorry to hear about Annaleigh. I have been reading your posts daily and was so sadden to hear these news. Brooke you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Annaleigh is now a precious angel looking over all of you.
Yalitza
Many prayers and love to your family.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Thank you so much for sharing your precious daughter with us through stories and pictures. She is truly blessed to have parents who love her so dearly and deeply. I will continue to hold all of you close to my heart in thought and prayer.
As I look up at the stars tonight, I know that Annaleigh is one of those vibrant stars shining down upon us, spreading her bright light to all of the world below. She is a precious angel who will be by your side forever.
I am SO sorry for your loss, your family is in my prayers. Andrea (josefina022 from the nest)
I am so very sorry for your loss today. Wishing you lots of peace.
A stranger sending prayers your way from Georgia. I have followed your blog and was devastated to hear of your beautiful baby girls illness. Stay strong for Charlie and Lily. Annaleigh is an angel forever looking out over her brother and sister.
Blessings, Kendra
So sorry for your loss. Your family is absolutely beautiful. I pray you find comfort and rest in His hands ...
Annaleigh was blessed to have you as parents, just as you were blessed with her. Thank you for sharing her with us. I wish you peace and comfort in this difficult time. You all remain in our prayers.
Fran, Mark & Caroline
(12106mrsmun from SAIF)
My prayers are with all of you. I am so sorry for your loss.
Tanya Mom of 5 and Aunt to twin 25 weekers.
my heart just breaks for you... no parent should ever have to go through this. thinking of you and your family.
I am so very sorry for your loss. There are no words to ease your pain but others like me will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
This is so unfair, I am sorry for your loss.
I'm so so incredibly sorry for your loss. You are beautiful and wonderful parents and your sweet baby angel will always know that. She is in the arms of love now. My heart and prayers go out to you. I wish I could do something to take away your pain. Hugs to you.
I am so sorry for your loss. Annaleigh may have only been here for a short time but she has touched so many, including myself. You are all in my prayers.
I don't know you and you don't know me, but someone I know shared your story with me and I wanted to let you know that your entire family is my heart and in my prayers. As a mom of a newborn my heart is with you and breaking. Your strength is amazing and such a testiment to all of us.
I wish you and your entire family many blessings and love.
I am a member of TC and have been following your story. I read your post tonight and just started bawling for you and your family.
The last minutes of Annaleigh's life are exactly what we all should hope for in the end -- wonderful stories, family to hold us and love. Lots of love.
I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers go with you.
BrooKe & Joe...
Thank you for sharing the most BEAUTIFULLY perfect day in the liFe of your beautiful baby Annaleigh. I am so sorry for your loss. Annaleigh is FOREVER in our hearts!
May God BLess you with THE strength to get through the coming days.
beth
modchick from nest
I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful little girl. She will be forever missed and always be with you in her sweet brother and sister. My prayers are with your whole family.
What a beautiful family picture. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Annaleigh was one loved little girl, and I hope you forever know that. My heart goes out to you tonight.
My heart aches for you. I missed the posts yesterday about your sweet Annaleigh, so I felt like I had the wind knocked out of me when I found out she was gone.
Thank you for sharing that beautiful family picture.
I am just at such a loss for words. I will pray for you all.
Found your blog through a friend's and have read non-stop all evening. I'm mom to a 5 year old & an almost 2 year old preemie who has spent his fair share of time in the NICU & PICU.
My heart aches for your loss. Your beautiful daughter touched many lives and she and her siblings and loved ones will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Brooke, Joe, Charlie and Lily:
I am so very sorry for the loss that your family has suffered. I am just utterly sorry and at a complete loss for any words that might comfort you. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers, as is the beautiful AnnaLeigh. Take care.
I am so sorry for your loss. Analeigh is the most beautiful little angel. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
We don't know each other personally, I'm just another of your blog followers. I've been reading since the day the babies were born. I'm so sorry to read of the sad news about Annaleigh. Your lives have touched mine & you are in my prayers as always. :)
I read your blog every day and am always anxious to hear how the babies are doing. It breaks my heart to hear about Annaleigh's passing. I am so so sorry for your loss.
I'm so unbelievably sorry for your loss :-(
Rest well Annaleigh.
We are strangers to each other, but I have been following your story. I am so so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts.
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Lots of prayers have been said that your family may find some peace.
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Sweet, beautiful Annaleigh was loved, and will continue to be forever.
My thoughts are with you all. Much love and support go out to you.
There are no words to express the depth of my sorrow. Holding your family in my thoughts and prayers.
I cannot express my sadness for your family and send you all my condolences.
I cannot imagine what you are going through, but I am thinking of your beautiful family from Seattle, sending you so much peace.
I am so very very sorry for your loss. I will continue to keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.
I am just so very sorry for your loss. I am saying prayers for your family this evening!!
Brooke and Joe, I'm praying for God to give you the strength you need during this time. I'm so glad you so openly share your story....you and your family have a little angel in heaven to watch over you and be with you always.
What an amazingly beautiful family portrait! Your family has touched me. I'm so sorry Annaleigh was with you for a short time on earth, but she will be in your hearts and the hearts of others forever. Thank you for sharing her with us!
Nicolle (jehnm)
I came to your blog tonight after a friend posted on FB. After reading the past couple of months of your blog, I can guarantee that precious little Annaleigh knew she was loved and cherished. She will be a beautiful angel to her brother and sister. May God hold you during this amazingly difficult time and bring you peace. We're all praying for you.
I am so very sorry! Praying for your family!
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss and words could never express my sorrow for you and your family. I was up all night last night thinking about your family and praying for you. I truly am so sorry that you have to go through this. You must both be incredibly strong people. I admire your strength and your courage. Stay strong for your other two and find peace in knowing Annaleigh was very much loved.
I can't begin to express how sorry I am nor can I begin to know an ounce of your pain. Please know that Annaleigh was loved. We are praying for you. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Abbey, Jason, and Max Wagoner
(ajanes)
Sorry for the loss you have all had to experience. I know from reading your story that she felt how truly lucky she eas to have such a wonderful family. .
I pray that god continues to give you and Brooke strength as you face the tough days ahead. My heart breaks for your family and especially for you & Brooke to have to endure the loss of a child. Please know many people are praying for you all. Hugs & prayers.
My heart breaks for you. I am so heartsick for your loss. God be with you at this time, and always.
I am so sorry for your loss and yet so amazed by how strong you both are. You are wonderful parents and I hope that you feel the love that all of your friends are sending your way. I am so so sorry that you had to go through this. Love to Charlie and Lily.
Joe and Brooke~
You don't know me, but my name is Sonya and I'm a close friend to another Brook who lost her babies earlier this year. She posted a link to her blog today, and that's how I read about your story. Words can't begin to express the sympathy I feel for you all on this day. Please know that all my thoughts and prayers are with your beautiful daughter and your family in this most difficult time.
My most heartfelt condolences to your family. Your sweet angel Annaleigh will remain in my prayers and in my heart. She has touched so many people's lives already and will continue to do so. Sending my love and prayers to your family.
It is at times like this that life is so unfair. I am so very sorry. Much love to you and your family.
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will now forever have a guardian angel watching over you all.
I am so very, very sorry for your loss
I am terribly sorry for your loss. She was truly beautiful.
I am so very sorry the sun has set on your beautiful Annaleigh's earthly life...I only found your blog yesterday but wish I had sooner. I had wee twins at 26 wks 0 days on 7/16 - he was 1 lb 14 oz and she was 1 lb 13 oz. She required PDA surgery...he contracted MRSA and was put in isolation a couple of weeks ago, where he'll stay till we leave. So parts of your journey truly resonate with me. I am so, so sorry for the path you find yourselves on now though. I cannot even find the right words, because there simply aren't any.
Even though we don't know each other, my heart aches for you and all that you have gone through this week. I am praying for God's comforting arms to hold you with His strength and His peace to give you rest. Many, many blessings to your family.
I'm so sorry you lost your beautiful daughter. She is truely an angel and will now be there to watch over your other two precious babies.
Heaven has a new beautiful angel. I am so sorry for the loss of your sweet Annaleigh.
My heartfelt condolences to you both and your extended family. I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know we care and send our prayers and ((((hugs)))).
My thoughts and prayers are with you both, and with Charlie and Lily.
I am so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful Annaleigh. You area all in my thoughts.
I was very touched by your story. I am so sorry you had to say good bye to your wonderful daughter... It breaks my heart.
Even though I am a stranger to you, I grieve for you and pray for the little angel and for the ones she left behind.
May God give you strength in such harsh hours.
Mina
I am so sorry to hear about Annaleigh. I have followed your blog since the beginning, however this is my first comment, which I am typing with tears rolling down my face.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your beautiful Annaleigh and her story with the world. The family portrait you posted is simply amazing. I know it will be a great comfort to you in the days and months to come. I'm thinking of you guys and your beautiful children. I pray that family and friends wrap their arms around you during this difficult time. Sending all my love to you.
I started reading your story this morning and I am so sorry to hear about Annaleigh's passing. My prayers are with you and your entire family.
Brandi D.
Nashville, TN
Your strength and grace is amazing. Thoughts are with all of you for peace in the days ahead.
You are both an inspiration to other parents. You are all loved. Many prayers for your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
HeatherD
I am so very sorry. I know what your family is going through, as mine has been through the same pain. Hold tight to eachother and your surviving triplets... My family's thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for sharing your family with us and letting us know the beauty of your angel, Annaleigh.
Beautiful Annaleigh brought more love, and received more love in her short time than many do in a long life time. You all are in my constant thoughts and prayers.
Love to you all,
Nora, Ron, Ronnie and Joey
aka Yankee42 and family
Brooke and Joe - I am so very sorry for your loss of beautiful Annaleigh. My heart breaks for you. Annaleigh will watch over and protect you and her siblings... My prayers are with you.
**hugs**
Our deepest sympathies for your unimaginable loss. I like to think that Annaleigh is your family's angel now, to watch over her loving parents and her special brother and sister. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Your babies are precious and I will keep you in my prayers.
There are no words to express the sadness I feel for you and your family. Your beautiful Annaleigh truly was an angel amoung us and I am sure she will be watching down on her loving parents and precious brother and sister forever. Please know that your family has deeply touched my life and I have been and will continue to keep you all in my thoughts and prayers...
I'm so sorry for your loss. I haven't been able to check your blog for the past couple of days and was saddened to see this post!!
Sending lots of hugs your way!!
What a beautiful family portrait. The NICU staff sound like amazing, compassionate people and I'm glad you have them in your corner.
Rest in peace, little girl.
Cat
(KittyCatRollerMoM from Multiple Mamas)
I am so very sorry. I will continue to think of you and your family. Thank you for sharing your family portrait... it is beautiful. (jmkatz)
I have been following your story as a fellow St Peter's NICU mom...my heart breaks for your family...I have been thinking about you all since day one...somedays I have such a hard time figuring out why god does the things he does, takes such precious gifts away from us...please take care of you and your family.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Annaleigh is a beautiful angel.
We are praying for your sweet family today, and always holding beautiful Annaleigh in our hearts. Wishing for peace, comfort, and strength for you all today. Lots of love and hugs, Katie
I am feeling your pain all the way across the country. Words cannot express how much my heart breaks for you and your family. You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Take Care.
Heather
Hey Joe and Brooke. It is a great family portrait and I know you will cherish it forever. I haven't stopped thinking of you since all this happened. God bless your beautiful baby girl. You are in my prayers
I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Wanted to leave my thoughts and prayers with your family. May you find comfort in each other and feel our thoughts and prayers surround you.
What a beautiful angel and a fighter. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
I'm not even sure what to say on how much all of you have touched me. Annaleigh was so blessed to have such wonderful parents. I am sure she knows that and is taking your stories with her in her peace.
Please know you have people praying for you everywhere.
TTGP
god bless you all......may annaleigh's light shine forever....i am sending you my thoughts and prayers.....my daughter nicole has kept me updated.....i am holding your hold family in my arms......sending love
glorianne
I hope you can find some peace and comfort in the days ahead. sweet baby annaleigh will forever live in all our hearts. please be strong for lily and charlie.
(((big hug)))
roaringrock from saIF
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