"For those who know NieNie, and for those who don't...She and her husband were in a severe plane crash. They and they're family, as well as the flight instructor and his family are in need of our prayers. I'm on a mission to spread the love and pass on the prayers. If you want to learn more about this amazing person you are praying for, check out her blog. She has touched the lives of many and now it's our turn to touch hers. Show your support by creating a post dedicated to her. Title it "Prayers needed. Pass it on," and show your "I read NieNie" buttons. (To get a button just go to Nie's blog and click on the button she has on her side bar.) Ask anyone you know to do the same. If they get word back on how many people are praying for them, strangers and all, I know it will help their recovery.This is an opportunity to help our fellow men. If not for them, do it to show your love and faith in our Heavenly Father and our Savior, Jesus Christ.Please, anyone reading this, comment to this post so I know who is in support.Thank you so much. Your help is truly appreciated."
Then later that night Emerald told me the sad news about the passing of a dear friend of ours from our Mesa ward that died while flying a plane. I realized today that the two stories are from the same tragic event.
My heart goes out to this wonderful family and I can hardly bare the thought of this happening to them. Brother Kinneard was such a friendly guy. He was so talkative and personal and that is why everyone loved him. I have always felt close to their family. Clayton, one of the sons, was in my Sunday school class all growing up. They have another son who has a shunt, just like my sister Emerald. They have always been so compassionate to Em and invited her to their house often. Their two daughters are beautiful girls and they have always been one of those families that strengthens the ward just for who they are. I wish I could fly back to AZ to support and comfort them, but I know that there is a way for them to feel the love and support from David and I even though we are so far away.
As I read Niki's blog I thought to myself that I would pray for this young couple, but I wasn't feeling the actual sorrow that so many people were feeling. I figured it was because I didn't know the people that were in the plane crash. I do this often and feel bad about it. If I hear about a tragic event I sometimes feel like I should feel more sad than I do. I usually think about it, feel sad, and then go on with my life complaining about petty or worldy things. Then when I found out that somone I knew and loved was involved in the crash, I felt the real sorrow and I wanted other people to stop and think and pray for his family. I guess what I am saying is that next time I hear about something sad happening to someone else, even if I am not connected with them in any way, I am going to try my hardest to empathize with them in every way possible.
It is definitely times like these that helps us realize how important family is. I know that these two families have the love and support and testimonies that they need to get through this challenge.
I love my family and will make it a point to cherish every moment I have with them.
4 comments:
That was beautiful sha. I think this is exactly why heavenly father gives us tragedy and sorrow, so that others can gain and grow from it. i am so sorry for your loss. all who have been affected by this are in my prayers, including you. thank you for your support.
Shalynna-I made a mistake. It wasn't Brother Kinneard that was flying the plane. He's actually a flight instructor. they're sill doing some investigation as to who was flying the plane the time it crashed. Daddy talked to Roslyn this morning and so did I and she sounded OK. Thank you for posting that. We're all going to miss Brother Kinneard.
thank you for posting this!! My heart is so sad for them. I should have posted something about it, but didn't know what to say. you've said it all
I went to the funeral today and it was beautiful. He really lived his life to the fullest and he had the best attitude about everything! I wish I had known him better, but I know his kids and they are great people. They will definitely take after their dads footsteps
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