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| Written by Holly | |
| Monday, 03 March 2008 | |
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Today was a great day! Sam was fortunate enough to bless our little Benji (7 weeks). The hospital had an auditorium where they hold LDS church services. After the blessing, Sam shared the following thoughts: I’m sure that everyone is anxious to go so I won’t take up too much of your time. I want to bear my testimony today that I am grateful for the opportunity I had to bless my son. I know it is different for everyone to see me like this and especially to think about everything I have lost, but I am grateful for the experiences I’ve had. My testimony for my Savior, Jesus Christ, has grown. I know that he lives and I know that he has a plan for me. He is showing me more of that plan. The mortal body is just the mortal body and through righteous choices and my eternal family, my body can be restored to perfection. I am grateful for the amazing outpouring of love that has been shown to my family and I. I know more than anything, my Savior. Through the atonement He knows what I feel and what we all feel. He allows these things to happen so he can be here for us and show us how much he loves us. I am so grateful for that and this gospel. My wife is amazing. I know Jesus Christ lives and I know Jospeh Smith was a true prophet of this church. I know these things through the depth of my very soul.
Sam, Ashley, & Benji after the blessing Blair & Sam
Sam and His Family  Ashley and Her Family
Comments (19)
  written by Marilyn & Guy Cobb, March 03, 2008  written by Jeanie (Peppin) Bigham, March 03, 2008
Sam I just got a call from Melynda Young and heard the news. I havent seen you in forever. I didnt know you guys were out here in Utah. Not sure if you knew but I am too. I got married a year and a half ago out here. I live in Midvale. So I'm not too far. If you are up to it I would love to come visit. Just have you wife send me and email and let me know when the best time is. Sending my prayers and love for you. Your baby is beautiful and what a georgeous wife!
Love Jeanie Bigham formerly Jeanie Peppin  written by Annie Ritter, March 03, 2008
Hello Sam and Ashley. I miss and love you both and hope to get the chance to meet Benji soon. We are working out plans to come visit you, but so far haven't managed a complete plan. It's a little harder to do with the kids and Gene's new job. He got promoted recently, by the way. He got a nice raise and will likely be named Senior Developer soon. Genevieve is transferring to a new school where she can receive better services for her Aspbergers Disorder, and Nathanael will be going to the same school for Kindergarten. Their Autism specialists there are some of the best in the state of Minnesota. We have been very blessed to be brought here. I have tried to call, so has Stan (he sent me an email asking how he could get a hold of you; I told him about the website), but I have been unable to get through. You just have so many people who love and respect and admire you, and they all want to be there for you now. Sam, Ashley, whatever happens and however things pan out, I hope you know you are in my prayers and my heart goes out to you always. I would be there now if circumstances would allow for it. Take care, and remember that I love you. GV, Jesse, Thias and Seth say hello and they think their new cousin is adorable. Gene says to wish you the best and when you get the chance, check out what he's done to Sunbeamers.com lately.
Love Always, Annie  written by Donna and Gary Harrison , March 04, 2008
Hi Sam and Ashley,
Last time we saw you was at your wedding. My, how time does fly! Congratulations on such a beautiful baby boy! He will be a great blessing in your life. We are so sorry to hear about your accident. All of our family will be praying for you to have a full recovery. We agree with Ashley that miracles do happen! Keep up the smiles and your strong faith! With lots of love, Uncle Gary and Aunt Donna.  written by Phil Anderson, March 05, 2008
Hi Sam,
What a beautiful family you have. Your son is beautiful. I am so happy that you were able to bless him. Your testimony is inspiring. Thank you. I sure enjoyed working with you at TNA. As you know, I left there to start my own small shop and things are going really well. We have a place for you if you ever want a job. I can arrange for you to work from home if you ever wanted to. I'll be checking back here and following your progress. Warmest regards to you and your family, Phil Anderson PH: 801.674.3108  written by Camille Dowler, March 05, 2008
Oh, Ashley, your little Benjamin is such and beautiful baby! What a miracle that Sam was able to give him his name and blessing! I was happy to see that all your family was there! Our Heavenly Father truly is a God of miracles. I was so glad to read your expressions of faith and hope and Sam's determination. I know that the future will hold many challenges and will take a lot of courage and hard work. Please know that I love you and my prayers are with you and your whole family!
 written by Clint Paulson, March 06, 2008
Sam, I agree with you, you wife is amazing and you have such a beautiful family. It is really evident how much Ashley loves you. I really understand the many difficult challenges that we face in this lifetime and while the results of this accident may be an obstacle for you and your family, I hear a positive, eager, willing, determination to face the on coming days head on with a winning attitude. I have been very moved by your heart felt, inspiring testimony and I'm happy that you were able to bless your beautiful baby boy. May God bless you and your family and I hope and pray you will accomplish your all your goals.
 written by Kip Ames, March 06, 2008
Sam,
Just stand up already, your to strong to just lay around all day. I am proud of the improvements you are making and can't wait to skiing with you next year. The Lord can do amazing things if it be in his will. Your looking good in your pictures and that is a very nice tie. Keep on going with everything, and good luck. You will be a great Dad!! Jajohechata  written by Jason Richards, March 06, 2008
Sam,
What a great baby! It is such a miracle to see these little ones come into the world. I experienced that along with my wife a week after you and Ashley with our first as well. I have no doubt that you will be up and about chasing Benji all over the house. I'd love to drop on by soon and bring you a sack full of warm double-dels! You're right it is the best burger of any fast food joint. Good to hear of your progress and it will continue.  written by Mark & Renee Hasler, March 08, 2008
Ashley and Sam - You look like a movie star family! Banjamin is one lucky baby to have such attractive, strong, spiritual parents! Your eyes are truly filled with the spirit! Sam, your testimony at the Blessing was inspiring, and will give direction to Benjamin all his life. Often our children hear our testimonies, but it will be a blessing to him, as he grows up, to have his father's testimony written down to read in times of need. We're so happy that little Benjamin has been entrusted to you for the sojourn of his life here on earth, and to have into the eternities. We love you and will continue to keep you in our prayers.
 written by Sherry Teschner, March 08, 2008
Sam and Ashley,
Just heard about things today. I wish you both well and pray for a speedy recovery for you. Thank you for your testimony. You do look like a movie star family. Ashley is not only beautiful but sweet too. Here at TNA when I met her I asked if I could call her Leslie because she looks like Leslie Ann Warren (She's the movie star that did the first "Cinderella" back in the 70's) Thank you for sharing this with us all. We see your strength and determination and you will do well. Thank you for what you have brought into my life, your kindness and love. Thank you and God Bless you all. Sherry  written by M&M Bohn, March 10, 2008
Sam & Ashley, you're little Benji is so precious! Nice work
 Sam, you look so great and your attitude and testimony are awe-inspiring. And you sure do have one supportive, amazing and beautiful wife! Thanks so much for the update and the great pictures. We love you guys! -Missy, Marc & Erich  written by Amy Fryer, March 11, 2008
Sam, Thank you for your testimony. I feel it is such a blessing for me to know you. Do you remember when you hurt your shoulder last year? I will never forget how you came back and what a great week you had!--If anyone can get through this you can! Thank you for inspiring me in many ways. You are both so strong. I will continue to pray for you and your family. What a sweet baby boy! He is so cute!!
Love you both, Amy Fryer  written by Jonathan and Linna Rowell, March 11, 2008
Dear Sam and Ashley,
We have tried to keep up with all that is going on out there with you. Fortunately, each time we check, we feel amazement at your progress. You are all working sooo hard! You all look wonderful and I see that Benji has Sam's eyes which may be the bluest eyes that I have ever seen. Congratulations on Benji's blessing. Blair and Holly told us that it was AMAZING. You continue to inspire us! Thank you for teaching us by showing gratitude for the blessings that you enjoy rather than focussing on the trials you have met. It seems that heavenly Father and Jesus Christ are using you to strengthen the testimonies of all who know or read about your family. It is clear to others just by hearing your story, that Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ love and watch over their children. We continue to pray for your family and are grateful for your strength. Our testimonies of faith have grown because of your examples. Love, The Rowells written by Jonathan and Linna Rowell, March 11, 2008
Sam and Ashley,
I just read our last comment and realized that I wrote something wrong- forgive me as I correct my second sentance... Each time we check, we learn of your continued progress and feel amazed by you! (-Sorry-) Hopefully you knew what I meant. We love and admire you so much! Love, Linna  written by Tanner Blankenfeld, March 11, 2008
What a blessing, that you were able to bless your son. The priesthood of God is a blessing to all those who recieve it.
 written by Carol Parra, March 13, 2008
Ashley, I work for your dad are Southwest Concrete and have been following your husbands progress through your web site. I am proud of you for your bravery and am amazed at how high your spirit seems to be, it would be so easy to just feel sorry for yourselves. Keep up your good spirit and the Lord will take care of you and your family.
 written by Chad Hymas, March 29, 2008
Sam!
It was a pleasure to visit with you on the phone today. My wife and I will be excited to meet you personally tomorrow night and have dinner with you (we're bringing pizza!!). You may also meet my family on my website at www.chadhymas.com. I amm flying to LA tonight, be back tomorrow around 4 PM, and then Shondell is meeting me with the pizza and we'll be at the hospital at 530PM or so. I look forward to meeting you and hope to meet Ashley as well. Positively, Chad Hymas Write comment
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These pictures are beautiful. What an adorable baby you have! God has indeed blessed you with a bright and special little boy. The pictures are wonderful, we love them, especially that picture of the baby with Ashly leaning over your hospital bed, and Benjamin holding his little hands & smiling oh so precious. He seems so excited & happy--perhaps to have his time on the earth now. I bet your parents are very happy about this little grand baby. Sam, thank you for your testimony! It is very inspiring and special; words cannot express how uplifting and soothing to the soul it is. We would like to say something to inspire & cheer you up, but instead, you have inspired and cheered us, showing forth faith, a wonderful attitude in the midst of trial, and what an example you are. The way Ashley is handling things is amazing, wonderful & encouraging as well. Thank you for this encouragement. Congratulations on your baby boy !
Best Wishes, love
Guy & Marilyn Cobb