Prayers

At times, lifes path seems filled with things that make the going rough and we wish there were a smoother road for we feel we've had enough... But, if we pause a moment and remember Who's in charge, the hills that loom ahead of us no longer seem so large and every rock before us when we know we're not alone, becomes not just a stumbling block but one more stepping stone.

Emily Matthews

We now know just how many people are out there praying for us because the prayer pager has been buzzing 24-7! The last few days have been full of difficult moments and you seem to know exactly when those are because the pager starts going. We find such comfort and peace knowing that so many people are out there supporting and praying for us as we grieve our little girls. Please keep the prayers coming as each day brings different emotions and pains and sometimes it is hard to imagine that this pain is ever going to go away.

Prayer Pager

We wanted to let everyone know that our church has given us the prayer pager. If you are not from Holland, you may not know what a prayer pager is, here is a quick summary... Everytime you pray for us, Brooke or Alexcyn, you dial the prayer pager and we will get a beap (no number shows up) that lets us know that someone is praying for us. I have always felt that this was a wonderful way to let people know that others are thinking of them and we hope that you agree. Our number is 616.772.0110.

"The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God." ~Eileen Elias Freeman


Today was a very difficult day for us as we buried our two precious angels. The service was beautiful and we feel so blessed that Pastor Frank was able to deliver a message that was exactly what we were thinking and feeling. We found comfort and assurance in Frank's words and know that our girls will forever be our angels in heaven looking down on us.


On a different note, I never thought I would have to say this, but we are lucky to have a mother who works at the funeral home. She did an amazing job of taking care of everything so we didn't have to deal with it. The flowers were perfect petite pink roses and the memorial cards were so touching that I thought I would share the front cover with you.





We have also added a few pictures that we thought you might want to see. These are pictures the nurses took of us and Alexcyn before she passed. Unfortunately, we were not able to get ones of Brooke because her time with us was so limited.




Alexcyn's precious hands with ours




Saying goodbye...

One day at a time...

We believe it is only because of all the suppport, prayer and love that you all have shown us that we were able to find strength to make it through our first day home. Today was difficult as we woke up knowing that our baby girls obituary would be in the paper- a link is provided below for anyone who wants to view it. Tomorrow will be even harder as we prepare for their graveside service. We know that everyone wants to know what they can do to help us and the only thing we can think of is to shower us with prayers of peace. And please remember our families need prayers too as they are also struggling through this tragedy just as much as we are.



http://www.hollandsentinel.com/announcements_obits/x469164874/Brooke-and-Alexcyn-Schrotenboer-Infants

It is with great sadness that I write this but today Alexcyn went to be with her Father in Heaven. We thank God for the three days of utter joy that we where able to spend with her. She went in peace and we are confident that she is on God's lap with her sister Brooke. We could not have gotten through this without all our family and friends praying and being there for us. We are so loved and humbled by the kindness you have all shown. Please pray for us as we try and find strength to move forward.

We love you all
Jason and Krista

As I look for strength from the Lord on this grim day

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. (Isaiah 41:10)

Today is a day of waiting. Pastor Frank came and baptized Alexcyn and we all stood around her in her incubator. She is defanantly a child of God but she now has everything going against her.
so please pray for any hope.


Jason

A new day

Last night instead of going home the nurses snuck us in a room so we didn't have to be far from Alexcyn. While the room is small and my back may never be the same I am greatfull for all the wonderfull people in this hospital. Today we gave Brooke a middle name (Janae) which means gift from God. She was truly a gift from God even if we did not get to watch her grow. She will forever be in our hearts. As for Alexcyn she is holding her own for now. There has really been no change. We are just trying to do as much research as we can and ask a lot of questions. Pray we do and say the right things to make Alexcen's life as easy and painless as possible.

We love you all