Dayle in Guatemala Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Yesterday we arrived home after a long day in the City and were just finishing up dinner when our neighbor frantically knocked on our door. We went outside to see what she needed and she said that the young man who lives directly across from us had attacked his ex-girlfriend and then hung himself. We called for help and then my dh went in to see if there was anything he could do for the young lady. When he got in there he saw a lot of blood and, of course, the young man, but, didn't realize that their 9 month old baby girl was also in there lying on top of her mom covered in blood as well. The EMTs arrived and immediately checked out the baby and handed her to me and gave me permission to clean her up, so one of my neighbors and I did and found that she was okay with only a little wound above one of her ears. The blood--which was very dried and caked on--wasn't hers, it was her mom's. We had the baby for a few hours until they were able to take her to the hospital. Poor little thing was crying the whole time for her mama. Last we heard the young lady is not expected to make it. She has no family that could take the baby. Here's the prayer requests: 1) Friends of ours who run an orphanage are willing to take the baby and I think that the court will grant the request that they take the baby. 2) Pray that the young lady makes it. 3) My dh. He was struggling a little last night, for obvious reasons, and I'm concerned with all that's going on in our lives right now with ministry, teams, etc. he can take the time to deal with his feelings on what he saw and experienced. 4) In the confusion, my dd16 also went into the house to see if she could help the baby and saw the whole scene. The EMTs said it was the worst scene they've ever come upon. I'm concerned that she saw all of that. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peela Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Oh my goodness that is absolutely horrific! For all of you and everyone concerned! :grouphug: Dont underestimate how that sort of thing can impact on you- keep talking and sharing. :grouphug: Sending you healing energy for strength and courage to move through this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lionfamily1999 Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Dayle, praying for you all. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: praying no words... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie4b Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 What a tragedy all round. I will pray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katemary63 Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug: So sorry. Prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Horrible! :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osmosis Mom Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Beyond awful. Hopefully, somehow, you can all grow from this. Perhaps this baby is meant to be added to your family.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5knights3maidens Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 :grouphug: Hugs and prayers for all of you . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*~Tina~* Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 :grouphug: What a terrible tragedy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyfaithe Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Beyond awful. Hopefully, somehow, you can all grow from this. Perhaps this baby is meant to be added to your family.... :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: That is sort of what I was thinking as well. You are all in our prayers . What a horrible situation. Faithe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 How horrific. I am so sorry, keeping you all in my thoughts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Praying -- so sorry for all of you.:grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWOB Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Wow. Praying for you, your dh and dd, the woman, and her baby.:grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Praying. As I understand it, Guatemala is not doing great with international adoptions right now. We would sure take that baby! That is a firm offer! Praying for all involved. Dawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JVA Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Dayle- I'll be praying for God to lead in all aspects of this situation. Bless your dh and dd.....that is so awful. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Dominion Heather Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Praying for you all. I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in Neverland Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Praying. As I understand it, Guatemala is not doing great with international adoptions right now. We would sure take that baby! That is a firm offer! Praying for all involved. Dawn DITTO DITTO DITTO We would fly to Guatemala in a heartbeat and adopt that baby (and we have a recent home study :D ). Please let us know if there is anything we can do. Praying for your family in this tragedy. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 :grouphug: Definitely praying for all of you. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teamturner Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Praying for all of you. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blakereese Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug: Oh my, I can't imagine! I really hope that everything works out. I'm sorry your DD had to witness that, it is a harsh slap of reality. :( I'll be thinking of that little baby. :( :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoPlaceLikeHome Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMW Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 :grouphug::grouphug:Praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thescrappyhomeschooler Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 :grouphug: Prayers for everyone involved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giraffe Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 :grouphug: No words here either - just prayers for everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In the Rain Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 How awful. I'm praying for everyone involved. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xuzi Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Ugh, how horrible and tragic! That poor little baby! :( Many many prayers for your family, the precious little angel, and her mama. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudoMom Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Oh, Dayle. I will pray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth in OH Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Dayle, You and your family are on the front lines of so much hurt. May God use you to bring healing in a troubled world. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tree House Academy Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 I can't even imagine witnessing this first hand. Hearing about it on here is enough to give me nightmares. I am so sorry. Just know that God has a purpose and God will take care of your family in giving you peace over what you witness and went through. Many prayers for your family and the momma of the precious little girl! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3lilreds in NC Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Perhaps this baby is meant to be added to your family.... That's just what I was thinking! Praying here, too, Dayle. How awful for all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SweetBean Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Praying for this young woman, her baby, and your family. How very sad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angel Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Praying here, too! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenpatty Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 How awful. :grouphug: Praying for you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 How awful. :grouphug: and prayers as you requested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gooblink Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 :grouphug: Will be praying for all involved. I'm so sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 oh dear Lord. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 :grouphug: and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Praying, Dayle. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dayle in Guatemala Posted March 9, 2011 Author Share Posted March 9, 2011 You all are wonderful. I knew you would pray. A little bit of an update: I wish we could take the baby, but, since we aren't Guatemalan we aren't allowed to adopt right now. Unfortunately, because we'd actually love it. Dd16 was up early this morning as she is translating for a medical team today. I talked with her a little bit about what happened and she said to me, "Mom, all I could think about was that baby and maybe there was something I could to help her so I went in. I'm really okay mom. It's what I'm supposed to do in life, remember?" She's so great. She's a hero to me right now. But, I will still keep an eye on her over the next few nights, weeks... I'm going to call my friend who went to the hospital to check on the mom to see what the news is there, when I know, I'll post it. Thank you all so much. We can feel the prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dayle in Guatemala Posted March 9, 2011 Author Share Posted March 9, 2011 Another update: I just talked with my friend and she told me that the mother is still alive, in very very critical condition, but, alive. The baby is with an aunt of the mom who found out what happened and came to the hospital last night to claim the baby. She seems to be a wonderful woman who can provide for Ashley well and was so grateful to be able to help out. So that's a huge blessing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrissymama Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Praying for everyone touched by this horrible tragedy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8circles Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Oh Dayle! I'm praying for all of you & the mother & baby as well. Please keep us updated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaT Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Dayle, praying for your family and the baby's mother. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 Another update: I just talked with my friend and she told me that the mother is still alive, in very very critical condition, but, alive. The baby is with an aunt of the mom who found out what happened and came to the hospital last night to claim the baby. She seems to be a wonderful woman who can provide for Ashley well and was so grateful to be able to help out. So that's a huge blessing! Thanks for the update. Still praying . . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patches Posted March 9, 2011 Share Posted March 9, 2011 I'm so sorry... praying for you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urban Girl Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Praying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommaduck Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Lord have mercy! Praying, hon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mabelen Posted March 24, 2011 Share Posted March 24, 2011 Good updates, still praying for all. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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