tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post7231272801761978025..comments2023-10-07T04:25:02.816-05:00Comments on The Maddox Family: Dad and Konie's VisitAbby Maddoxhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06951393268311759695noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-9821571570664070842011-01-13T22:35:15.104-06:002011-01-13T22:35:15.104-06:00Abby, I'm really new to your blog. I'm no...Abby, I'm really new to your blog. I'm not really sure how I ended up here. I started following because I saw you lived in Seattle. I'm from Texas, but after I graduated from college I took a temporary job there and fell in love with the city. I lived on NE 45th St. just across from UW and not far from U Village. When that job was complete, I moved back to Texas and met a guy, fell in love, got married and now we have two little boys. I've been reading through your posts and this post just seemed to let me get to know you more. I know I'm new, but I appreciate you sharing such a heartfelt and personal part of your life with us. This was so moving. Thanks for allowing us to follow along on the journey.Michelehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03554921225557586137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-76477240787212430452010-12-18T08:21:01.461-06:002010-12-18T08:21:01.461-06:00Dear Abby,Tina and I are very close friends of Kon...Dear Abby,Tina and I are very close friends of Konnie's Parents,Stanley and Mary Owen, Fayetteville,NC. Your post of Nov.12 was so beautifully written to express your sincere feelings,I felt compelled to write this.<br />We've been friends with the Owen's for about 50 years and have shared our family lives. The tragic period of Bill's cancer and finally demise. Konnie's struggle to be mother and father. We were elated when we heard of Konnie and Ken's relationship and marriage.<br />We've met Ken on their journey to NC and we found Ken to be such a nice and loving person. Both families have been blessed by this union.<br />Thank you for your open and heartfelt reflection on your emotions and how you have survived all the turmoil in all your lives. <br />Your expression of love, understanding, compassion etc. has warmed our hearts.<br />As I read your post and thought of this Christmas Season, I was reminded of God's Love given to us through His Son, Jesus Christ, and remembered how important family is to God in all our lives. <br />Thank you again, and may God bless you and your family this Christmas and through the years ahead.<br />Tina and Hugh PowellUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10557494842393563933noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-4899117249126649682010-12-06T13:44:56.982-06:002010-12-06T13:44:56.982-06:00Abby, I am a reader of Darby's blog and stumbl...Abby, I am a reader of Darby's blog and stumbled on to yours today. Thank you so much for sharing your heart in this post. I recently married a man after 12 years of widowhood. His wife died 3 years ago, and your post helped me to understand so much. Thank you for daring to be transparent.Susannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-38146759999430334032010-12-05T05:24:27.180-06:002010-12-05T05:24:27.180-06:00Hi Abby, just clicked over here from Darby's b...Hi Abby, just clicked over here from Darby's blog and read your last few posts. This one has me releasing some pent up tears, feels good in a strange kind of way. My dad passed away a year and half ago, we just moved from Texas to Atlanta, so I relate so much w/your words. My parents were married for 47 years and I can't imagine my mom w/anyone else. Lately, I've had the thought - it could happen. The thought of it brings me to such a raw place. I can only imagine what the complex emotions involved. Konie looks like a wonderful person and I loved how you shared your feelings. THANK YOU.<br />DenaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-22602692621652249342010-12-04T06:44:11.038-06:002010-12-04T06:44:11.038-06:00abby, this is the sweetest post, i found your blog...abby, this is the sweetest post, i found your blog from darby's but konie is a dear friend of our's and my husband and jeremiah were in med school together. (he is an orthopedist too, following in dr. bill's footsteps) i love your honest way of writing and beautiful pictures. also, i've gotten to know your dad over the months and he is one of the nicest people i've ever met! so sweet to my kids- which steals my heart! have a wonderful merry Christmas!deidre martin bookerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04369462722278700355noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-85488459576923170912010-11-25T12:37:53.535-06:002010-11-25T12:37:53.535-06:00Gorgeous photos! Love how open, honest, and eloqu...Gorgeous photos! Love how open, honest, and eloquent you are in your blog posts.Laura (Blogging Over Thyme)http://www.bloggingoverthyme.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-81793064436756831182010-11-18T08:44:29.676-06:002010-11-18T08:44:29.676-06:00As always, you are one amazing little lady! Thank...As always, you are one amazing little lady! Thanks again for sharing your heart. Life is not easy. Jesus never said it would be, but he commands us to to do one main thing, LOVE.Kelliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18323423712542162596noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-53143081955918927142010-11-15T11:45:13.812-06:002010-11-15T11:45:13.812-06:00This one is beyond special. What a sweet, loving, ...This one is beyond special. What a sweet, loving, kind daughter, and daugther-in-law you are. Your heart is so pure. Konie, is so lucky that she has you in her life, too. I am so sure she knows how special Y'all are as a family. I am sure you know, too, how lucky you are to be in her family! Not many can say such, Abby. Blending a family is not easy. And, Konie, too, lost her love and now has gained another one. I feel sure both her husband and your Mom are looking down from heaven and saying...."GOOD JOB"!!!! Just enjoy loving them all. For God is love! This one was soooooo special.Gailhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04093302183984694425noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-4005256126478301452010-11-14T16:12:49.102-06:002010-11-14T16:12:49.102-06:00Wow! Now that you have ruined my makeup:) as a fri...Wow! Now that you have ruined my makeup:) as a friend to all you, your parents and Bill and Konie, I agree with your emotions. What a healthy way to work through changes you have no control over. Konie understands. Becky and Bill are so in another realm we cannot fathom. I see each of them everywhere. Saban reminds me of Bill and that would do Bill in:) War Eagle. Your mom is everywhere. And in you as you plan a girl pirate party, dress in her dress for book club, etc. On a less serious note: Go #51! <br />love and hugsmitzihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16987728802106590280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-10781834917453865452010-11-14T15:39:56.433-06:002010-11-14T15:39:56.433-06:00Good one Abby :) Love yall and I plan to figure ou...Good one Abby :) Love yall and I plan to figure out the english delivery fiasco this week... Maybe the girls will have them by Christmas???!Taylor Clevelandnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-76491459519274904052010-11-14T07:14:47.455-06:002010-11-14T07:14:47.455-06:00As I'm reading this, I'm sobbing. I'm ...As I'm reading this, I'm sobbing. I'm trying to find the words to say. The only thing that I can think of is that I know in my heart that your mom was talking to me when I introduced them. She said "Kendall, it's okay, this is a good person for Ken" I just know it. And I think she was right. Your dad is happy, and I am so glad you are happy for them. I love you sweetie!<br />kendallKendall Boggshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11644872457894993235noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-60608241001694539022010-11-13T17:26:40.082-06:002010-11-13T17:26:40.082-06:00this brought tears to my eyes as well. beautifully...this brought tears to my eyes as well. beautifully written abby... missing you guys.Lindseyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13741291172098355575noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-51264911737827242792010-11-13T16:09:49.282-06:002010-11-13T16:09:49.282-06:00I don't comment very often b/c I found your bl...I don't comment very often b/c I found your blog through others, but what a truly genuine and wonderful post. I've read it twice and cried both times. I'm fortunate to have both parents. Thank you for the reminder. You, too, are very blessed.Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09520462603695565995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-72719534397251275112010-11-13T13:49:44.682-06:002010-11-13T13:49:44.682-06:00man, you have a way of putting thoughts into words...man, you have a way of putting thoughts into words. just about everyone who has commented on here was brought to tears (and you can now add me to that list). <br /><br />i love reading your blog because you are so authentic and unafraid to expose your true feelings!! thanks for being so real- it takes much courage and confidence!!!The Allen Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15944649406540594868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-43415137976740209512010-11-13T07:39:17.508-06:002010-11-13T07:39:17.508-06:00Thank you sweet Abby.:) I wrote in this comment bo...Thank you sweet Abby.:) I wrote in this comment box many times and erased yesterday afternoon. Because I was sobbing too! I had already had an emotional moment before coming home and then did my usual ("let me see if Abby has written a blog!!" which I do many times a day!!:))))LOL ). WELL...the faucet wouldn't turn off! All in a good way:)) The pictures, your emotions and thoughts...lead to memories:) and tears of compassion and appreciation..... YOu are one amazing young lady :):)!! XOXOXOXOKoniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10309062598088084144noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-87596822390929426622010-11-13T03:50:01.926-06:002010-11-13T03:50:01.926-06:00Never had this reading a blog, but now ...tears ar...Never had this reading a blog, but now ...tears are running down my cheeks. <br />You described your feelings in an honest and beautiful way at the same time. Thank you for sharing!Katharinanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-41671253082907441242010-11-12T22:15:46.458-06:002010-11-12T22:15:46.458-06:00I am crying so hard right now! I can't even im...I am crying so hard right now! I can't even imagine what it feels like to be in this position, but to me, it sounds exactly like what I would be thinking and feeling.<br />I am friends with Jessica and do love Konie so much, she is a sweetie as was your mom I know! I think you just have to take it moment by moment and cut yourself some slack because of all that's changed. You are so wise beyond your years girl!Elainehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11768173276461607648noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-16295252902061686562010-11-12T18:23:11.095-06:002010-11-12T18:23:11.095-06:00You write so beautifully and the pixs are truly sp...You write so beautifully and the pixs are truly spectacular. But to be totally shallow, I LOVE Konie's hair (and yours). The best to all your family. I have never commented on any blog before but this one inspired me.Bonnie McAllisterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11713280772811071396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-49978373328252251632010-11-12T16:58:18.499-06:002010-11-12T16:58:18.499-06:00i know how you feel and you said it beautifully.i know how you feel and you said it beautifully.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-29921573622519121952010-11-12T15:32:07.860-06:002010-11-12T15:32:07.860-06:00As I'm typing I am crying...such a beautiful, ...As I'm typing I am crying...such a beautiful, thoughtful and soul bearing post. I pray you continue to find peace even knowing you will never stop missing your mom. I'm sure your Dad knows this is not an easy time for you. Take it to the Lord in prayer.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-30021561990898017252010-11-12T15:19:29.110-06:002010-11-12T15:19:29.110-06:00I didn't know about your Mom ~ mainly because ...I didn't know about your Mom ~ mainly because I don't "know" you -but I am crying my eyes out for you! I think you are so unselfish to love her & see that your Mom would be happy that your Dad is happy. Konie looks like a sweet lady! And it shows how much she & your Dad love each other in these pictures!<br />Blessings to you!Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15960359133558074343noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-40345860755233880642010-11-12T14:48:25.850-06:002010-11-12T14:48:25.850-06:00Beautiful post and thank you for pouring out your ...Beautiful post and thank you for pouring out your heart to us. I cannot even imagine how hard it is for you that your mom is gone! I'm glad that you like Konie so much and I'm glad your dad has somebody to spend the rest of his life with.Susannahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03261173304068555446noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-75016886400433104822010-11-12T14:37:53.946-06:002010-11-12T14:37:53.946-06:00I have been following your blog for quite some tim...I have been following your blog for quite some time. I usually do not comment, but that was so eloquently put, I just had to say so. I hope that getting it "on paper" helps you to continue to work through what must be such a confusing thing! Well done.Pickled Bluhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04925357230843948956noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-46347177285759793072010-11-12T13:46:35.296-06:002010-11-12T13:46:35.296-06:00Oh Abby... I'm balling my eyes out. I love you...Oh Abby... I'm balling my eyes out. I love you, your mom, Konie and your dad... you are so wonderful with your words! I hope this post was so therapeutic for your sweet soul. I know it was good for mine!!Darbyhttp://www.flythroughourwindow.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-722187693151167525.post-75295142980436148362010-11-12T12:14:04.391-06:002010-11-12T12:14:04.391-06:00Abby, reading this brought me to tears. I am so pr...Abby, reading this brought me to tears. I am so proud of you. I cannot imagine how hard this has been and still is. You amaze me.Wanting What I Havehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05711989381690050970noreply@blogger.com