tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post1584033063126183197..comments2008-10-13T21:43:21.301-06:00C. Janehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17480875440863002634noreply@blogger.comBlogger233125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-13756202940207866972008-10-13T21:43:00.000-06:002008-10-13T21:43:00.000-06:00Oh my gosh, without intention you guys have reached the world with your values, your love and your dedication to family. I cannot believe how much national support this has received, you guys are really an amazing family and Stephanie MUST be feeling it. I'm with the others though, letting her hear her children would be some of the best medicine, along with all the good muggings of course. Love, support and prayers from Murray UT.Melindahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17237329662344746330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-20093832143868719082008-10-13T19:12:00.000-06:002008-10-13T19:12:00.000-06:00Andrew, I wonder how many lucky little people got foot rubs tonight because of your sweet post. My girls did and I predict it will be an oft-requested ritual here. This blog, and your strong family, makes me newly grateful for the opportunity to "mug on" my kids. Thanks for that.One Hot Mamahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08871545070547397529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-59362665758931856302008-10-12T19:48:00.000-06:002008-10-12T19:48:00.000-06:00I'm so Sorry for what you all are going through. I lost 2 of my brothers in a private plane accident. Its so hard when good people have such hard trials...but because of curiosity i visited this site and immediatly realized that I need to be a "mugger" I am wasting precius time doing to many have to do's. I will change my list of to do's. I will dance with and mug my kids and bring color back into our lifes. I have been blessed with an amazing husband and 5 incredible kids...I needed a reminder, Our family will say our prayers tonight with a little more meaning and of course for your family as well.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-11462415339462983212008-10-12T14:56:00.000-06:002008-10-12T14:56:00.000-06:00Lots of tears going on here! This makes me want to love my family even more.crystalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17920534198923029570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-43586357864135309422008-10-11T19:56:00.000-06:002008-10-11T19:56:00.000-06:00This comment has been removed by the author.sharleehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13966304298477030346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-52862846460349734692008-10-10T09:44:00.000-06:002008-10-10T09:44:00.000-06:00I have to agree with you Courtney about Andrew being the most tender-hearted man. Andrew, your thoughts are even more evidence of why McKay and I always hope to be like you and Megan, in every way. We continue to pray for your family. Love you guys!The Lindsayshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13363074047658738150noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-11390179786045939142008-10-09T23:53:00.000-06:002008-10-09T23:53:00.000-06:00HMMMM....methinks another blogger was born of the Councilwoman and the Legislator! <BR/><BR/>AND..... one who draws tears of Great Joy amid the sadness!<BR/><BR/>c andrew blog....... <BR/>mugs from andrew......<BR/><BR/>Thoughts and Prayers from Arkansas, Tracypuddleducktoohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04273082970852627413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-77639699402436488952008-10-09T18:28:00.000-06:002008-10-09T18:28:00.000-06:00Beautiful!Melanienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-19732389986241014772008-10-09T15:48:00.000-06:002008-10-09T15:48:00.000-06:00That was beautiful. You should be blogging!Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17084081642040002765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-55429687953846819172008-10-09T15:15:00.000-06:002008-10-09T15:15:00.000-06:00wow, this fam has the gift of words-- with each post i find myself sitting with you on my big comfy couch-- you each have the ability to make each of us feel at home. thank you, thank you, thank you for changing my life every single day! mugs to your fam!Sarahhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10929718531153708076noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-56047643117226113832008-10-09T13:35:00.000-06:002008-10-09T13:35:00.000-06:00A few years ago my husband had a serious mental breakdown. The night I took him to the emergency room he was checked into the hospital and put in a room to wait for a doctor. As the nurse was checking him I climbed up on the bed he was on and spooned him; I looked to the nurse and asked if that was okay. She said it was better than anything they could do. I've always remembered that.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-162253011333667462008-10-09T13:25:00.000-06:002008-10-09T13:25:00.000-06:00this really touched me. thank you for your inspiration.Rachelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05794189865036512189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-76287181407986997032008-10-09T12:50:00.000-06:002008-10-09T12:50:00.000-06:00Wow, I am moved to tears. Such a powerful post. Thank you so much. We have a busy family of soccer players, football player, cheerleader, they are always asking for foot rubs, back rubs, and we oblige. In this day and age, I don't think we touch our children, especially our teens enough. They need it the most.<BR/>Thank you so much for your testimony and example, you are truly wonderful people, and I pray for the best for Nie and her loved ones. She has inspired me in every way to be better. Period.<BR/>Mimi, wife of JeremyJeremy Saundershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01056935190420544514noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-37649696700167181012008-10-09T10:05:00.000-06:002008-10-09T10:05:00.000-06:00Wow, you should totally do this more often. What an inspirational post. I have watched for myself and 5 kids how this is so true, even when you're a big kid! Teenagers can be loners at times, but I have got to be able to hug 'em, mug 'em (my new favorite word), scratch their back, tickle, whatever it takes to replenish the dehydration of touch. It's amazing to watch their color, the life color, return to their faces. Prayers for you all always!Momof5http://www.blogger.com/profile/11942807554721849696noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-84797946981526733752008-10-09T08:58:00.000-06:002008-10-09T08:58:00.000-06:00I grew up in a home where touch was not healing. I was absolutely blown away and inspired by this entry. It made me feel like I could be stronger, and it made me realize that I HAD to be able to touch and be touched. Thank you. What an amazing family. I will be like you some day. :) I read this blog daily and thank Heavenly Father that you all have such a courageous voice.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-35395429066607828972008-10-09T07:40:00.000-06:002008-10-09T07:40:00.000-06:00Seriously, your parents need noble prizes for something.... not sure what the category name would be but WOW did they do a phenomenal job raising their children. They should be so proud of all of you, as I'm sure they are. <BR/>The human touch has amazing healing qualities, nurses(like myself) have believed in it for years. I"m sure you have built up your sister's reserve of strength by your visit. <BR/>With prayer,<BR/>Donna<BR/>p.s. can I borrow the "mug" term... it's a great termDonna Foleyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07398921138995672454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-62928494940202280452008-10-09T02:44:00.000-06:002008-10-09T02:44:00.000-06:00This is so lovely that I lay here crying. I am so inspired by the love of your family and the love your beautiful sister has for her husband and babies. I am praying daily and nightly for you all. I, also, am a big fan of the word "mug", and mugged on both my niece and nephew today. The day is a bit fuller when there is a mug involved! :)Lacey in the Skyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02866185752018469388noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-53543961003292143432008-10-09T00:12:00.000-06:002008-10-09T00:12:00.000-06:00What a wonderful, beautiful and special relationship you have with your sister. I am honored that you would share it with us.Barb @ getupandplayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17983045210766395899noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-30377363145134117822008-10-08T23:47:00.000-06:002008-10-08T23:47:00.000-06:00I have been so touched by Andrew's words today. Tears were flowing as I read his comments about human touch. <BR/>Several years ago my mother was burned over 50% of her body and we "mugged" on her and healed her with the "Human Touch".<BR/>I love this family and their strong faith they have. It makes me proud to be a Morman and believe in the same doctrines that they believe in.<BR/>Thanks for your most inspiring writings and for making me want to become more like my Savior through your examples of love and service.Kathyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12263253458030309154noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-52087940404740465352008-10-08T21:57:00.000-06:002008-10-08T21:57:00.000-06:00Ok, you need to listen to "Jesus promised me a home over there" by Jennifer Hudson while you read this post. I am at Borders, crying, of course. But this song just happened to come on my itunes just as I started to read this post and it is so fitting for this post. I am not religious, but was raised Mormon (not any more) but still find joy and inspiration through gospel music. I cannot help but push for this family. My heart is flying like a butterfly to your home...Starrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12305445222024613944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-32160447861969874152008-10-08T21:44:00.000-06:002008-10-08T21:44:00.000-06:00Bless you and your family. Your touch and the daily prayers from all will see all of us through this. Prayers are given daily in this house for your family, Christian, Stephanie and children.<BR/> Cama and familyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-25546420333025878452008-10-08T21:37:00.000-06:002008-10-08T21:37:00.000-06:00I RARELY leave comments but I am so touched by your family. Do you have any idea the magnitude of what you are doing? I know your family must be in survival mode, only thinking from one day to the next. But your family has made an impact on the community, the LDS church, the entire world! I am so grateful everyday that you have let me in to your life. I pray for your family daily, I think of them often, and I am anxious for the day that Stephanie and Christian will reunite with their beautiful children and amazing family!!!!<BR/><BR/>Please keep writing....ALL OF YOU.<BR/><BR/>PS For a fundraiser you should compile a book called "The NieNie Dialogues" using all of her blog entries and photos. I would buy it!slytrifectahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06436943839500250473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-41144933487328671662008-10-08T21:32:00.000-06:002008-10-08T21:32:00.000-06:00I see there are several writers in your talented family:) It is nice to hear a man's perspective on a blog ..especially with poetic and heartfelt words.dubuhdudesignshttp://profile.typekey.com/dubuhdudesigns/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-67694177457171281642008-10-08T21:18:00.000-06:002008-10-08T21:18:00.000-06:00Beyond words! Thank you!Just me!http://www.blogger.com/profile/08996197767073965107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12947560.post-34081670107593969982008-10-08T21:08:00.000-06:002008-10-08T21:08:00.000-06:00Wow! That was beautiful.Romihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04491289415279715164noreply@blogger.com