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Re: I get knocked down.. But I get up again..

heidi — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 13:07:38 -0000

Barb I feel like God has an incredible plan for ''our'' future and I don't want to ''miss it'' because I become distracted.by FB, comparing myself to others or my ''health'' or anything. I am his and he is my ''Daddy'' (yours too) WE SO GOT the 10 Km run.. I can't wait!!!!! Love you.. Praying for you too!!!

Re: I get knocked down.. But I get up again..

Barbara Burrell-Hutchins — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 12:43:35 -0000

Heidi, I am beginning to think there is a "higher reason" for God bringing us together for this 10K in May! We seem to be in a remarkably simillar place in our lives and our walk with God! I too have been struggling physically - though I know for me it is the diabetes. And emotionally, physicically, spiritually and yes Social Media struggles too! This has been a challenging winter indeed. And yes, comparisons, Oh my how I fall and compare myself. Thank you for sharing this message today it spoke deeply to the dry places in my heart today. Know that I am committed to praying for you through this time and I am as close as an email or a phonecall if you need me.

Re: The problem with Compassion

Mik Kozlof — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 16:18:33 -0000

Thank you daddy

Re: Your encouragment

Barbara Burrell-Hutchins — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 22:22:47 -0000

You go girl!! You are helping me to not give up!

Re: NEW YEAR 2013

Heidi — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 17:06:23 -0000

Wow!! Thanks.. Means a lot..

Re: NEW YEAR 2013

Alanna Rusnak — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 16:14:52 -0000

you're an inspiration, my friend - when I'm balking at any physical activity I say to myself - 'Heidi's running! - if she can do that, I can do __________' you have no idea what kind of a motivation you are ;)

Re: Mikey’s Fault

Shelly — Sat, 05 Jan 2013 11:13:17 -0000

I couldn't stop reading. Heart breaking story, emotions gripped me to the core. Keep up your writing. Not easy ''putting it out there'' You are brave.

Re: Santa Shuffle 2012

Paul Birley — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 21:08:09 -0000

Awesome!!

Re: Autism and Ministry

Heidi Nieuwenhoff- Kozlof — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 13:38:48 -0000

Thanks Stacey!!!! We love you tons!

Re: Autism and Ministry

Heidi Nieuwenhoff- Kozlof — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 08:30:58 -0000

I too believe that our prayers and my families/church family and those that ''read'' this blog will help Bennet in his future. Thanks for your comment and honesty!! . I think Larry's goal in being so ''open'' in our journey with our son- Is to shed some light, make people more aware of ''what's really going on''. We as ''society'' and "Christians' need to realize that what appears to be ''bad behavior'' isn't always the case. We are very blessed because our church family is very understanding of what's happening and love him to the core, our Pastor and his family see the potential in Bennet that we all see.

We want to help others that walk through this journey, to tell them ''they are not alone'' and there is HOPE..

I can't wait to see what the Lord has in store for ALL 3 of our kiddo's!!

Re: Autism and Ministry

Jeanetta — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 07:20:57 -0000

You have just described our life growing up with Ben. Since he was never diagnosed I had no tangible explanation as to why we didn't make it to many of the church activities. We were judged because of it. But I will never regret the decisions we made because it made the difference between having a somewhat normal life and having a life filled with an emotionally charged unpredictable child. I sometimes go back and read all the reports from the various agencies and my journals and know that the only way I made it through was prayer, mine and my family's. We are now seeing the difference that all our efforts made. Ben is thriving on his own. Wish you lived closer.

Re: Autism and Ministry

lilnewy — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 19:17:27 -0000

Okay now that I am bawling!! This was great Larry! I am so proud of you and Heidi for all you have done for MY nephew! You both have such an AMAZING understanding for him. He is an incredible child.. All your children are! It is your child who has given me more passion for Autism. I am learning more everyday through my courses and through him. You are an amazing pastor and an amazing Dad!

Re: Autism and Ministry

Heidi Nieuwenhoff- Kozlof — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 15:52:24 -0000

I second what Larry stated. We are thankful for you and your understanding and LOVE for our family. Blessed beyond words

Re: Autism and Ministry

Heidi Nieuwenhoff- Kozlof — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 15:51:20 -0000

Thanks for the post Larry. I asked you ''Why would God call us to ministry and also be parents to a boy with Autism''. Your response ''Because we have the Grace''. Probably the most powerful statement you've made to me. We are so blessed and honored to be serving the Lord and to have Mikayla,Bennet, & Preston as our babies. Thankful for your honesty and your heart!

Re: Autism and Ministry

Paul — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 15:23:54 -0000

Thanks Larry for your brutal honesty and for letting us in! Also for sharing your incredible Bennet with us!!! We love you all so very much!

Re: I will not quit!!!

Melissa Skinner — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 21:23:29 -0000

You Rock Heidi!!! Both with your personal endeavours and with this new site, youmatter2me. I have never felt so sick about bullying until I hear the Amanda Todd story, and I have heard other stories of bullying. Maybe it makes a huge difference when you have kids of your own and hope they never have to go through being bullied. Anyway, still hoping to get motivated to start running...would love to run some races come the spring time!!! :) Hope your leg gets better soon!

Re: Chase don’t follow

Heidi — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 12:06:11 -0000

Great post Larry!! I want to be a chaser of him too!!

Re: HARVEST RUN COMPLETE

Shelley Wilson — Sat, 29 Sep 2012 13:16:46 -0000

Way to go Heidi!!!! You should be so proud of yourself. 44:44 is an awsome time, you ROCK!!! Isn't it amazing when you run with God? :)
I also have to agree with you about the "Runners World" being so supportive. There's a special bond and now whenever Kelly and I run strangers encourage us as they run past. Its pretty cool!
Congrats Heidi, and keep on going!!!!
“No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it. Therefore, strengthen your feeble arms and weak knees.” Hebrews 12:11-13

Re: 5K completed

Babs1970 — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 20:18:38 -0000

So proud of you!!!! I am busting with joy for you!! I have loved being part of your journey even though I am so far away. You are inspiring and awesome. Cant wait to see where God take you with this!! (oops it posted with my screen name lol its Barb

Re: Week 8 Day 3 Everything is possible with God

Heidi Nieuwenhoff- Kozlof — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:15:39 -0000

Thanks so much Cora!!!

Re: Week 8 Day 3 Everything is possible with God

Heidi Nieuwenhoff- Kozlof — Wed, 12 Sep 2012 19:15:10 -0000

Awe thank you so much!!!

Re: Week 8 Day 3 Everything is possible with God

Melissa Skinner — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 21:27:57 -0000

You rock Heidi.......and you look great!!! :)

Re: Week 8 Day 3 Everything is possible with God

Cora Rice-Luff — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 21:52:31 -0000

Way to go Heidi, proud of your accomplishments!!!

Re: Week 5 Day 2

Julie — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 15:34:56 -0000

Hey Heidi! I get shin splints when I run sometimes as well- it happened a lot when I was doing couch to 5 K and it made me have to walk for part of my 5K run. I used to take a pain killer about half hour before I ran or I wouldn't be able to make it through the jog. Point is, never give up- even walking is way better than sitting on the couch!
Running- or really let's call it what it really is, jogging (for me anyway) takes over your life when you start. It was all I talked about as well, and I felt GREAT!

Re: Week 5 Day 2

Barbara Burrell-Hutchins — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 12:45:17 -0000

By the way this Blog post is going in my training journal!