Tuesday, October 11, 2011

-Thessalonians 5:18

"In all circumstances give thanks, for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus."


Thank you, God, for the best couple of hours in a very long time. 
If it happens again tomorrow, I will give thanks. 
If it doesn't... I will STILL give thanks. 
This child is truly amazing.
He is my HERO. 


Riding Papa's Horsey


Tripp's song


Yawns :)





Love,
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88 comments:

  1. I love your baby!!! Love, love, love the way he sings!!!!

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  2. That's awesome! He is so sweet and such a ham!

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  3. Tripp makes my heart sing!!!! Love, love, love your sweet little boy! The power of prayer is amazing!

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  4. This just made my morning a million times better! Glad Tripp's feeling good enough to preform for you; he is quite the ham. Many prayers!

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  5. He's so beautiful. I pray for nothing but the best days for Tripp and a miracle. I pray your sweet baby doesn't suffer any longer and I pray for your strength to keep doing what you do.

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  6. Praise God Courtney!!!! So glad you had a good night with little man! He is more than just your hero. He is amazing.

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  7. Love this boy so much. Praying for you all. Please take care. Love and Peace Leah and Tabby's Nana

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  8. Courtney it makes me smile each time I see him singing with you or beating to your voice :) Sending love hugs and prayers!!

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  9. My two year olds loved the first video!! Precious

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  10. Thanks for sharing. So happy that he felt good enough to play. Love him so much and pray everyday for y'all!! God Bless!!!
    SJB

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  11. Thank God! Love to see Tripp so happy! He is an amazingly talented little angel! Hope he is playful again today! Blessings to you, Courtney!

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  12. What a precious boy,he is a true blessing,you are a inspiration to all parents and show us what real strength is,God bless you and Tripp and your family,

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  13. How wonderful. He is so smart! I love to watch his videos. Thanks for sharing.

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  14. Thats wonderful. I was just impressed how he keeps the beat with the elmo song. My 3 year old cant even do that. Hes awesome. No matter what happens throughout his life, he has a higher purpose for being here. Not only being put with you and your family, but a higher purpose to everyone who knows him and knows of him. He has changed everyone around him for the better.

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  15. I love when you post videos of Tripp, what a sweet funny little boy! I could just squeeze him : ) I am so happy that y'all had a good day, praying for many many more!

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  16. I love it! He is sooo amazing. A great drummer too. So glad he was feeling better!

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  17. What a great way to start my morning!! He is such a little ham - I just love watching his videos!! I'm so glad he had a good day... here's hoping for many more in the near future!

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  18. Ha ha, those videos made me laugh. What a silly little guy! So glad he was up for playing.

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  19. So glad to see Tripp happy, and playing. What a character he is!

    Praying for more days like this and for longer and longer!

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  20. He is so awesome! I am glad he had a good day.

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  21. Yeah what a wonderful update!!! Love to see him happy. Maybe a visit from his Auntie is just what he need as well :)

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  22. We are so thankful that y'all had a good day. I can't wait to show Owen the videos when he gets home from school! He will be through the roof excited! As always, we are praying for y'all every chance we get!
    Love,
    The Dickson Family
    Keller, TX

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  23. This post made my week. Praying for more times like this that you get to experience, and of course complete healing. God is so good!

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  24. Thanks for sharing, that is so amazing. I can't keep up with a tune like Tripp, he is truly a blessing and a miracle. The love you show him makes him who he is and he is wonderful. Glad you get to enjoy days like this, even if they are not often it makes them that much more special.

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  25. Awesome, so glad he had a good day and could play so hard! Praying hard everyday for a miracle!! Hope he has many, many, many more great days ahead!

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  26. Love that you had such a great day! He blesses my heart so much and so does the enjoyment I hear from everyone in the videos. He's so bright and silly. I just love it to pieces!
    prayers and encouragement!
    Brigid

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  27. What amazing videos! He is on perfect rhythm with that Elmo song...such a cutie, I can see his spunk and sense of humor you talk about. It's fun to listen to the people in the room laugh and hear the joy. Thank you for sharing:)

    Shannon

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  28. So amazing!!! I love that he had such a wonderful day!! Sending many prayers this this continues and as always praying for a miracle!

    Much love from TX
    Rhiannon

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  29. What an amazing little boy- thanks for sharing- his sweet smile and dancing made my day!

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  30. What a little sweetie! Keep up the playing, Tripp!!!

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  31. YAY TRIPP! Court he is so stinkin cute! He defintely brightened my day. Tyce was watching and his eyes were so wide, intensely watching Tripp enjoy himself. He told me, "Mommie, Baby Tripp is happy now!" I said yes he had a good day. Tyce responded with, "Baby Tripp's Mommie is happy now too." I said, "ABSLOUTELY!!!!" Tyce said that made him happy too and he smiled and blew Tripp a kiss and hugged my screen! Thanks for sharing!

    Love yoy guys,
    Brandy & Tyce

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  32. God is so good!!! So glad he had a great day!!! Praying for this sweet boy. He amazes me each day :)

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  33. How can someone see things like this and make sure horrible comments as that one person did the other day. Tripp has so much life in him and God always chooses the perfect time to let those times of "life" show. God evidently still has big plans for Tripp or otherwise He would have called him Home already. Don't let any negative comments get you down because for every 1 negative comment, you have thousands of other positives to take it's place. You are not in control of Tripp's life - God is. It is your purpose to enjoy every minute, which you are. You are a special person that God has chosen to be this precious angel's mother. Your story truly blesses me and I look forward to every blog post. Tripp is a true blessing from God.

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  34. These videos and pictures completely made my day - how encouraging to see such joy and happiness on that precious little guy's face! God is good - He really is. And Tripp...well he's just a rockstar (I mean...literally - that boy has some serious singing and drumming skills!!) :D Praying for many more good days like this, Courtney. <3

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  35. Oh, bless him! So happy y'all had such a great day. Praying for many, many more.

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  36. I am a young mom(19) and when I found this blog, I was instantly hooked. I find myself thinking about you and Tripp throughout the day, especially when Quentin(my son) test my patience.
    I just wanted to let you know that you are an Amazing woman and Mother. I pray for you and Tripp.
    BTW, this has been my favorite post of yours recently. The joy that Tripp gives to everyone is truly something very special. He is a very special boy!

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  37. Made my day. I am sooo happy Tripp had such a good day! May there be better days ahead (God willing!)

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  38. OMG! It is sooooo good to watch him! I am in love with him! I can't get over how smart he is!! I am sooo happy he had a good day! I ray God keep them coming!!! We need more happy days with Tripp!! Thanks for sharing! :)

    Huuuuuuuuuugssss
    Thais

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  39. Tripp is my hero too. I was praying for you guys at 10:00 a.m. EST this morning as my own little man cuddled close for his morning nap. <3

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  40. I am so touched beyond words..ty for sharing these wonderful videos of this precious child!

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  41. Tripp is a true miracle! He rallies for his Momma!! I love seeing him happy and hearing YOU so happy too!! Much love and hugs from this Meme!!

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  42. Oh, my heart is so glad to see these videos!

    Love you, sweet boy!

    PS Did you know that the 11th is the 1 year anniversary of our much beloved Bella Ringgold? Id like to think that Bella shone her love and healing over Tripp yesterday from heaven.

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  43. This made me smile and tear up all at the same time. I love this little man.

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  44. Tripp's sense of rhythm is completely amazing! Such a cutie singing his Elmo song too.

    KK

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  45. Unbelievable girl! He truly is a gift :)

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  46. oh courtney,
    i am just sobbing.
    Those videos are just precious.
    just made my day!
    I think of you and pray for you.
    you are right, thanks for today. i'm so reminded today in my own craziness that this is not our home, not our eternal home. I'm so thankful that we await our real life, an eternal life in heaven with Christ, with healing and perfection, forever.
    thank you so much for sharing your journey.
    He is making such a difference in my family.
    thank you God for Tripp, for Courtney.
    press on.
    Oh and Courtney, can Tripp see or are his eyes sored shut right now?

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  47. I can not tell you how happy this makes me to see you little angel having so much fun, and having a good day! I have been praying for ya'll to have one! I am so glad that God granted this for ya'll I know you have been praying for just and hour or even a few moments and boy did He deliver!!

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  48. He is so amazing and so smart!

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  49. This makes my heart happy! Praying every night for your little man! www.elladawn.blogspot.com

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  50. This touched my heart in every way possible. He is remarkable and so are you Courtney!

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  51. Trip continues to AMAZE me! He has such a beautiful soul. Hugs to the little man and sweet mama.

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  52. I have watched these videos again and again. I just adore him. He is such a happy, talented, handsome boy.

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  53. Oh Courtney! I am giving thanks with you! What a magnificent day! I could hear the joy in your voice! :) What a joy it is to see him play and smile!

    He looks SO INCREDIBLY happy! I love how he shows how much he loves Elmo & Big Bird! The cutest!

    Continuing to keep you in my prayers and thoughts! Hope you're having a great rest of your week! xo

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  54. Seeing these videos brought me so many smiles on a tough day today. Thank you for sharing God's little gift Tripp with all of us. He truly is amazing!

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  55. I just love you your precious Tripp. He is sooo precious and I hope for nothing but the best for him and a miricle. I love love reading about this sweet baby boy. You are doing great with him. Such a blessing!

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  56. so fun!!! love seeing tripp happy!!

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  57. This little man has a piece of my heart!!! I pray for him and for you every day!! Thank you for sharing him with us...he is a treasure and I feel blessed to "know" him via the internet!
    Thank you!!
    Sunnie in NC

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  58. Loved watching him play!!! I'm praying for his miracle every day. Tripp is literally on my mind constantly. Much love and many prayers to you all. God Bless.

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  59. What a joy to see him play! His sweet smile and his rhythm are so delightful.

    Thanks for sharing these.

    YOu and Tripp are in my prayers.

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  60. Happy Birthday, Courtney! Elmo's Song is amazing. Praise God for these moments, and for video cameras that can capture them! With all the great photos I have of Bella, I wish I had more video... BUT I am grateful for the videos I do have! Nothing like an attitude of gratitude to calibrate us for living our best life NOW. I know it's so cliche but it works, and you are a shining example to the world of this! Much love, the Ringgolds

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  61. Stopping by to wish you a Happy Birthday. The Ringgolds said it was your special day. Hope it is a great day. Love the videos of Tripp that little guy is a trooper. Sherri

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  62. Dear Courtney,
    I found your blog when Babble posted that you were the top voted blog. I have been reading it ever since. I went right back to the start of your blog and, every nap time my little guy has, I've been reading each and every entry. I weep, I rejoice, I pray as I read the posts about your incredible son and your passionate love for him. I'm now up to last October, and you mentioned you would be spending your last birthday in the hospital. So before I read any further, I want to wish you Happy Birthday (belated)!

    Second, I want to encourage you, and to let you know that I am praying for you. Your story has touched my heart, and your fearsome devotion to your son is a true picture to me of how God fights for us as humans. I am praying for a miracle, as I know you are. God bless you Courtney, and your precious son.
    Lorene, British Columbia, Canada

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  63. I so enjoy watching him with music! Watching him play his music are my favorite ones ALWAYS, and hearing the love in your voice for him. He is just such a special child! God bless you, your family AND TRIPP!

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  64. I so enjoy watching him with music! Watching him play his music are my favorite ones ALWAYS, and hearing the love in your voice for him. He is just such a special child! God bless you, your family AND TRIPP!

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  65. Thank You Courtney for sharing Tripp with us!!!!!!!

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  66. Happy birthday, Courtney!!!!
    I hope you have an amazing day with your little man, surrounded by the friends and family that adore you!

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  67. That's awesome! I love how much joy you and your family clearly bring Tripp; your interactions are precious! I hope Elmo saw that video, Tripp doesn't miss a beat!

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  68. Your baby is simply AMAZING!!! Lots and lots of love to you, your parents, your sister, your doctors and that wonderful, fantastic little boy!! These videos bring a HUGE smile to my face =) AND they even got my non-pulsed husband to pause and smiled at Tripp's mad, crazy drumming skills -he's one special child.

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  69. ps. I think the best gift Elmo (or rather the actor who wrote that song and sent it to you) has received in a long, long time is watching Tripp rock out to his song.

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  70. your baby and your story is precious. i have never heard of EB before, but i am so glad to be aware now. i am amazed by his musical skills and he totally needs to tutor my kid !

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  71. Precious, precious boy. The kids and I watched these and just loved them. I'm so glad you have these moments with him! Please give him hugs from his Team in TX. We love you very much!!

    Love from TX,
    Laura

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  72. We are blessed to be a part of watching your precious Tripp grow and learn. May the Lord continue to bless your endeavors. He is a mighty God and Sovereign understanding things we cannot, but always holding us in the midst of it all.

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  73. Awww, Court! Tripp is such a PRECIOUS, PRECIOUS little boy! I just love him to pieces. How is that possible when I have never met him?! Your whole family is such an inspiration. God BLESS you all!

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  74. Read this article this morning and immediately thought you you and Tripp! Praying
    http://www.nytimes.com/2011/10/16/opinion/sunday/notes-from-a-dragon-mom.html?_r=1&src=tp&smid=fb-share

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  75. Love Him!!! You and your sweet Angel are such an inspiration. I had to show my whole family his performance. So Sweet and such Talent!!!! :) Have a Blessed Day!

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  76. My little girl (who is 5) and I follow your blog and story really closely! :) Maddy loves to hear the updates about Tripp and she loves looking at your photos. I wanted to let you know (well Maddy) did that there is a new Elmo doll that has just come out for Christmas and it sings and plays the drums. When we saw it in the store Maddy instantly thought of Tripp, and said we needed to get this for him since "his mommy can't leave him at the house". She loves his pictures and to follow his story! You are sych an inspiration!! And an AMAZING mommy!!! :)

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  77. I forget that Tripp is around one of my sons' age (my son is two months older). I'm so glad to see him playing with the excitement that only a two and a half year old can experience. :-)

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  78. I absolutely love your son! He seems to be such a happy baby! Defiantly just stole my heart! Such a sweetie pie! =)

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  79. First time visitor here. My goodness Tripp is a cah-uuu-tie with much charm! And sooo smart!

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  80. his musical talent is amazing. it. gets. me. every. time!!! he is spot on the beat. boy has serious skills.

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  81. I can't believe how well Tripp bangs his toys down for the beat. What a special baby boy! So glad these moments were so special for you (:

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  82. AMAZING!!! Hugs, Love, Thoughts, & Prayers

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  83. I love when he wiggles his toes when he wants more of the horsey ride, and how he has an ear for music and plays with the beat with the little toys in his hands and his sense of humor. He has me smiling ear to ear :)

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