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1. #1
   On May 27th, 2008 at 12:35 pm, abstractmind said:

   Still a heartbreaking story…and i’ve made sure to hug my kids extra extra extra tight!

   May the afterlife receive you kindly, little maria, and may you rest in peace.

2. #2
   On May 27th, 2008 at 12:53 pm, ACHefty said:

   If you are blessed to have snuggle bunnies of your own, hug them extra hard today and every day.

   Every Day!

3. #3
   On May 27th, 2008 at 12:56 pm, Bob Barr said:

   Darn you, Michelle. Now you’ve got my eyeballs all sweaty.

4. #4
   On May 27th, 2008 at 1:11 pm, MostlyRight said:

   I just got off the phone with my mother, who spent a Memorial Day weekend with my sister mourning the death 2 years ago of her husband. We were speaking about how the death of Maria Chapman has deeply affected her these last few days.

   My brother-in-law, Bruce, and my sister had been life long friends, married for just over a year. He was a special guy, a youth pastor on the West side of Chicago, who’s personal motto was “It’s not about me.”.

   Two years ago today, on the saturday of Memorial day weekend, he and his younger brother, Mark, decided to go canoeing on the Fox River. As they were preparing to enter the river, they saw a young man in a kayak go over a small dam and become stuck in the rushing waters. Both ran to try and help the stranger. All three drowned.

   Bruce Sr, my sister’s father in law, lost two children that day. They left behind a brother and sister, along with their spouses as well. Losing the young, still with so much potential, has been the hardest thing our families have had to deal with in our lifetimes. However, we all remain so blessed by our faith and the comfort it provides. The words from Steven and Shaohannah hit me in ways that words can’t describe, and reflect what was said at Bruce and Mark’s funeral two years ago.

   Thanks for your coverage of this story, Michelle. As the father of an adventurous 8 year old boy, a 5 year old “snuggle bunny” daughter, and a one year old son who only has a 5th gear, and a family that has experienced this type of deep loss, this example of faith means a lot.

5. #5
   On May 27th, 2008 at 1:11 pm, trinitytim said:

   I believe that God’s timing is perfect and none of us know how much time we have left in this life which is why I live every moment to its fullest and enjoy my children and grandchildren while I can. As someone who has come close to death on a number of occassions, I often wonder why I am still here but instead of questioning God, I have learned to appreciate His will and enjoy this gift we call life.

   I also believe that death is not the end. It is the beginning of a new eternal life. For those who know Christ, it will be life of joy and no more tears. For those who do not know Christ, I pity them.

   My family and I saw Steven and his two oldest sons perform at Winthrop University a couple of months ago. It was a great concert and he and his family are great people. I will continue to pray for this great family so that they will recover from this tragedy and continue to bless all of us who know their talent.

6. #6
   On May 27th, 2008 at 1:47 pm, Barry F. said:

   If you are blessed to have snuggle bunnies of your own, hug them extra hard today and every day.

   Yes. Our time here on earth is short. We need to make the most of every day.

   You 7 year old had a bad dream last night. I could have easily sent him back to his room to go back to sleep. Instead, I went to lay down with him, until he could fall back to sleep.

   Thanks, Michelle.

7. #7
   On May 27th, 2008 at 2:11 pm, cjean said:

   *tears*

8. #8
   On May 27th, 2008 at 2:15 pm, ACHefty said:

   /Rhetorical question alert!

   Why do we so far only have six comments on this posting, but nearly a hundred over Obama’s inabilities to know what city he is in or whether there is a difference between Memorial Day and Veterans’ Day?

   /Rhetorical question off.

   Time to reflect on more important things…

9. #9
   On May 27th, 2008 at 2:26 pm, publiuswarmac9999 said:

   do we so far only have six comments on this posting, but nearly a hundred over Obama’s inabilities.
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   Obama is still a menace. This little one is at peace with a gracious God.

10. #10
    On May 27th, 2008 at 2:29 pm, RobM1981 said:

    #9,

    What you said.

    And, hey, my eyeballs are sweating too…

11. #11
    On May 27th, 2008 at 2:37 pm, GladzKravtz said:

    My heart goes out to this family but it breaks for the teen-age brother. Maybe there needs to another post titled “See, Brother, We Know You Hurt, We Love You.” He is going to need help – loving attention to his feelings of guilt and loss.

12. #12
    On May 27th, 2008 at 2:42 pm, swmbo said:

    It can be well with our souls even when it is not well with our circumstances. The Chapman family needs our prayers during this very difficult time in their lives. God Bless Them All !

13. #13
    On May 27th, 2008 at 2:46 pm, Russ N said:

    If you are blessed to have snuggle bunnies of your own, hug them extra hard today and every day.

    A good reminder after a particularly frustrating weekend with a couple of them.

14. #14
    On May 27th, 2008 at 2:51 pm, DaveC said:

    must be something with this post..

    my eyes are acting funny too..

    sort of a ,.. leak.. in them..

15. #15
    On May 27th, 2008 at 5:18 pm, skysoljr82 said:

    I’m leaking too. God Bless.

16. #16
    On May 27th, 2008 at 6:29 pm, Larry L. Sharp said:

    When my son was a little boy he’d run up to me and say dad let’s sniggle snuggle. I still remember the great big old grin on his face when I’d scoop him up and hug him. There are some things no one can take away from you.

17. #17
    On May 27th, 2008 at 7:28 pm, MtsEdge said:

    *tears*

    Maria Sue Chapman, may you rest in peace in the arms of God.

18. #18
    On May 27th, 2008 at 7:34 pm, zorro said:

    I read this at lunch, and like most here, the tears just came.

    May God the Father Almighty rest her Soul and comfort her family.

19. #19
    On May 27th, 2008 at 8:16 pm, On-my-soap-box said:

    I have a grandson who is getting some extra attention for sure.

    Praying for her brother. I cannot imagine his life at the moment. I am sure mom and dad are his greatest comfort at this time in his life.

    GOD bless them all. Looking forward to her drawing me some flowers in Heaven.

20. #20
    On May 27th, 2008 at 9:02 pm, almeehan said:

    You’ve done gone and done it again Michelle. Not only wet eyes but runny nose. God bless you and your family.

21. #21
    On May 27th, 2008 at 10:04 pm, kyconservative said:

    I call our own little China princess “my snuggle bunny”. To see a truly inspiring picture do a search for the Tennessean and check out the picture that the newspaper had of the memorial service. Then entire family was barefoot for they said they were standing on holy ground. Almost a week later and I’m still crying over this family’s tragedy. It is too close to home. I have teenagers and little ones at home. It is unimaginable. I continue to pray for them.

22. #22
    On May 27th, 2008 at 10:36 pm, kevrobin45 said:

    Looking foreward, it may take sometime, but I think his next album will be a tear jerker

23. #23
    On June 23rd, 2008 at 12:29 pm, Chesapeaekegal said:

    Remember that this past weekend was 4 weeks since this families tragedy. Check out http://www.stephencurtischapman.com for updates on the family and the money pouring in for the orphan ministry. Save some more children in Maria’s name and give if you can and pray if you pray.