Our son was born and died last night

[spurs_fan_in_exile]

Yesterday, for reasons that we will likely never know, my wife began having contractions. Shortly before 8 pm she delivered our son, Gabriel Ross. He died not long after in our arms. He was just over 20 weeks old. In what brief time we had with him we told him that we loved him, and how sorry we were. He had my eyes and her nose.

This place has always meant a great deal to Elizabeth and I. It has meant a lot to share in our joy with all of you. I just wish I had a happy ending to this story to share with you now. Don't miss a chance to tell someone how much you love them.

[manufan10]

Wow, I am so sorry to hear that. There are no words that can express my deepest condolences. My prayers go out to you and your wife.

[JudynTX]

I am so sorry for your loss. :( I know how much you two were anticipating this child.

My condolences.

[HighLowLobForBig-50]

you are in my prayers

[IronMexican]

MY condolences.

[ATRAIN]

Damn man sorry to hear that

[hater]

very sorry to hear. :( :(

my gf is around 24 weeks.

[ploto]

Words can not express how sorry I am for your loss. I will definitely give my son an extra big hug today when I pick him up from school. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

[Dr. Gonzo]

I'm sorry to hear that.

[angel_luv]

Oh my goodness SFIE, I am so, so, very sorry for your loss. I am heartbroken for you. You and Liz are in my prayers and if there is anything at all I can do to help you, please let me know.
I am so sorry!

[BacktoBasics]

I'm sure the shiver down my spine and sickness in my stomach as I read this was only 1/1000 of what you guys are going through. I'm sorry to hear about this. I wish you two the best in taking a positive step forward.

[MB20]

My condolences SFIE.

[PakiDan]

I am completely hearbroken... I am in tears right now, and I cannot tell you how sorry I am. I feel silly doing this through a post, but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with both of you. I know I don't talk with ya'll everyday, but I'm right there beside you. If you two ever need ANYTHING, please let me know. You have been so supportive of me, and I will not stop at anything to return the same love and courtesy to you. I am so sorry.

[Viva Las Espuelas]

aw, man. sorry for y'alls loss. stay strong for your wife.

[koriwhat]

i don't know you personally bro but i do feel for you and your wife... i am sorry for your loss. remember to keep your head up! life is a crazy ride.

[duncan228]

My heart is broken for you both. I'm so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Elizabeth, and your beautiful son.

[lebomb]

This place has always meant a great deal to Elizabeth and I. It has meant a lot to share in our joy with all of you. I just wish I had a happy ending to this story to share with you now. Don't miss a chance to tell someone how much you love them.

Just goes to show you that people can put value on a lot of things that are meaningless a lot of times. Children are the best gift a person could ever ask for. God Bless yall............. :depressed

[jcrod]

Hang in there and don't give up hope on having a child.

[JudynTX]

May the love of those around you, help you through the days ahead.

[clambake]

damn

[marini martini]

So sorry for you & Elizabeth's loss. There are no words to express my condolences at this time. So very sad.

[MaNuMaNiAc]

damn... I'm so sorry to hear that man. I'm truly sorry for your loss

[I. Hustle]

I know we've never met and you don't know me dude but I am VERY sorry for your loss. That tears me up just to hear that you and your wife have to go through that. I am so sorry you have to go through this and you will be in our thoughts.

[Slomo]

I'm so sorry.

[Soul_Patch]

ughh...damnit! I am so sorry guys, may you guys have the wherewithall and strength to get through this tough time...That just sucks, im so sorry again...i hate hearing about this kinda stuff, such a terrible thing...

[lebomb]

..............man I have 3 kids, and Im hear at my computer fighting back the tears. Damn.

[duncan228]

Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.

Mark 10:14

[DPG21920]

There is nothing anyone can really say at this point. Just know that you have people who care and support you. Even people you do not know personally feel for you and lift you in their prayers.

[Soul_Patch]

Having spent a month of our sons first year in the neonatal ICU, i can somewhat relate. There were so many there much worse than Andrew in that facility, and if you were ever going to try and find god, thats the place to do it...so much hurt and happiness at the same time in that place its a bizarre thing to experience.

It is the absolute toughest thing on earth to have to go through, to have it end that way has to be the worst thing i would ever experience. Stay strong guys, life does go on, and always hold the little guys memory dear to your heart...Best of luck to you guys, im sorry again.

[I. Hustle]

..............man i have 3 kids, and im hear at my computer fighting back the tears. Damn.

+1:(

[Crookshanks]

I don't even know you - but your sad news brought me to tears. I'm so sorry for your loss. There are no words that can take away the sadness and grief you and your wife are feeling - but just reach out to your families and friends and let them help you and love you - and eventually you'll get through it.

This really touched me because it was just two weeks ago today that my family welcomed a new addition. My grandson was born on August 11th and there was some drama because the cord was around his neck and he was blue and not breathing. But he's fine now. I hope you will be blessed with another baby as soon as you're ready.

[dimsah]

My deepest sympathies.

[Ed Helicopter Jones]

I've been choked up all day since learning the news. I'm so sorry for your loss.

[bigzak25]

i'm so sorry man. Godbless you both. :cry

[Findog]

Yesterday, for reasons that we will likely never know, my wife began having contractions. Shortly before 8 pm she delivered our son, Gabriel Ross. He died not long after in our arms. He was just over 20 weeks old. In what brief time we had with him we told him that we loved him, and how sorry we were. He had my eyes and her nose.

This place has always meant a great deal to Elizabeth and I. It has meant a lot to share in our joy with all of you. I just wish I had a happy ending to this story to share with you now. Don't miss a chance to tell someone how much you love them.

Dude, I am so sorry. Words fail.

[Jekka]

Sending all of my love and strength your way - I am so sorry for your loss.

[Strike]

I can't even begin to relate to what you and your wife are going through. I can find no words of comfort or solace that could scratch the surface...

I just realized I've sat in front of my computer screen staring blankly at it for I don't know how long. I have no words. I'm so sorry.

...And while I'm gone, everything will be alright...

[ashbeeigh]

Wow. So sad. My thoughts and prayers are with y'all.

[CubanMustGo]

Cannot imagine the pain you must be feeling right now. My hope and prayers for both of you.

[tp2021]

I'm so sorry

[jack sommerset]

That is awful news. Just awful. My thoughts are with you. My wife and I lost 3 kids due to tubal pregnancies. They were rough but in all honesty that does not comapre to what you guys are going through. Hang in there.

[KEDA]

My sincerest condolences to you and your wife. You both will be in my prayers.

[PaulGreco]

To You, O Lord, we humbly entrust this child, so precious in Your sight. Take him into Your arms and welcome him into paradise, where there will be no sorrow, no weeping nor pain, but the fullness of peace and joy with Your Son and the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen.

Hey pal, like many in here I'm sorry for your loss. I sat next to my sister when the same thing happened to her and her daughter and there truly is no pain like the pain when you lose a child. Stay strong and keep us up dated!!!

--PG

[Muser]

I don't have any kids so I can't even begin to understand how you must feel, you're in my thoughts.

It's nice to see the board this close aswell.

[to21]

That's awful news.....stay strong for your Wife SFIE (sounds like u are).

We will pray for u and yours.

[The Franchise]

I am so sorry to hear that. Man, I don't know what else to say.

[bus driver]

dude, i am so sorry. Words fail.

+1

[LuvBones]

There is nothing anyone can really say at this point. Just know that you have people who care and support you. Even people you do not know personally feel for you and lift you in their prayers.

So sorry for your loss. I will be saying prayers for you guys. :(

[desflood]

I don't know what to say. All of our sorries and sympathies are useless to a pair of heartbroken parents.

[mrsmaalox]

Such a difficult loss, I am so sorry for you. Please know that I understand and feel your pain, and I know that as terrible as you feel right now, the pain lessens over time and the sweetest memories will remain. Gabriel will forever be your beloved son and over the years you will realize all the lessons that he taught you in his short time with you. I smile to myself right now as I picture my sweet daughter, Monica, holding the hand of your precious Gabriel as they play with all the other children in Heaven. Take care.

[resistanze]

Very tragic indeed. My parents went through the same when I was a young, and I know it took a lot out of them. But I can't even pretend to know the pain as a parent. My condolences.

[tlongII]

I'm so sorry to hear this. I don't know what to say... :depressed

[Silver21_Black20]

So sorry to hear this. Stay strong and God Bless!

[ManuTP9]

im very sorry

[tsb2000]

So sorry for your loss. Prayers to you from out here in the Arizona desert. May God bless you and yours at this time.

[David Bowie]

While I can't relate to your loss and pain, I hope that you recover from this tragedy. I am so sorry to hear this. TAke care.

[Cry Havoc]

:depressed

I'm so sorry.

[Dex]

Best wishes to you both.

[Slydragon]

Sorry for your loss

[PuttPutt]

I'm so sorry for your loss. My wife is at 36 weeks & I feel so blessed that we haven't had any issues. I cried just reading this too my wife. You are in our prayers.

[Phillip]

my stomach turned upside down for a minute

my condolences bro

[Mark in Austin]

so sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences.

[mexicanjunior]

I'm very sorry for your loss...my condolences to you and your family.

[TheTruth]

My heart is broken for the both of you! I'm so so sorry. He's waiting for you upstairs.

[Spurminator]

Words escape me. I'm heartbroken for you guys. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

[Shelly]

Jason and Liz, I am so very sorry to hear this. My thoughts are with you.

[ginobili's bald spot]

wow. horrible news. I'm sorry to hear this man. My condolences. :depressed

[whottt]

Incredibly sad news SFIE and easjer and if I knew the words to make the pain go away I would surely say them. This would be sad news for anyone but the fact that you have made more people laugh than just about anyone else on this site somehow makes it even sadder. So I'll just wish you and easjer fast recovery from this and hope the pain goes way quickly, while the memories, however brief they may be, last a lifetime, and I hope that gift of laughter and humor that you so obviously possess serves you well during this painful period of your life. I am truly sorry for you and easjer's loss SFIE.

And part of what makes this a special site is you and your wife's presence here. I hope you realize that.

[Kriz-Maxima]

I don't know you, either of you, but I'm very sorry.

[InRareForm]

very sorry to hear, may god bless.

[dougp]

I'm sorry guys - if there's anything you need, shoot me a PM and I can try to help out. You know I'm not far, so don't hesitate.

[BruceBowenFan]

Sorry to hear this man.

[pkbpkb81]

I have never meet you but I am veary sorry and the wife and I will you your family to our prayers tonight.

[blizz]

Oh man....I know I don't know you from anyone else on here and vice versa but this made my eyes tear up. I'm so so sorry and you and your family will be in my prayers. God Bless you all and little Gabriel. As hard as it may be right now, please just keep your faith and know that you will see him again some day.

[td4mvp21]

Oh my God... I'm so sorry SFIE and easjer... you guys are definitely in my thoughts and prayers.

[JamStone]

My deepest condolences. I hope both of you can get through this difficult time. And I hope that you and your wife and your family stay strong for each other. You have my prayers.

[Stringer_Bell]

Our prayers and well wishes are with you and your family, SFIE.

[Summers]

I cannot possibly imagine the pain you are feeling, but my heart is breaking for you. I wish I knew what to say.

[LnGrrrR]

Yesterday, for reasons that we will likely never know, my wife began having contractions. Shortly before 8 pm she delivered our son, Gabriel Ross. He died not long after in our arms. He was just over 20 weeks old. In what brief time we had with him we told him that we loved him, and how sorry we were. He had my eyes and her nose.

This place has always meant a great deal to Elizabeth and I. It has meant a lot to share in our joy with all of you. I just wish I had a happy ending to this story to share with you now. Don't miss a chance to tell someone how much you love them.

Oh my goodness, that's so horrible. My wife is 7 1/2 months along, and I was just thinking about this possibility. Absolutely terrible. My heart goes out to you both.

[Pistons < Spurs]

None of us posses the words to take away the pain, but know that all of your extended family here at ST will be keeping you in our thoughts. It's just not right when terrible things like this happen to such good people. You have my most sincere condolences. Everytime easjer posted, I'd check the progress in her sig. Be strong and hang in there the best you can. God is now watching over young Gabriel.

[Darrin]

Yesterday, for reasons that we will likely never know, my wife began having contractions. Shortly before 8 pm she delivered our son, Gabriel Ross. He died not long after in our arms. He was just over 20 weeks old. In what brief time we had with him we told him that we loved him, and how sorry we were. He had my eyes and her nose.

This place has always meant a great deal to Elizabeth and I. It has meant a lot to share in our joy with all of you. I just wish I had a happy ending to this story to share with you now. Don't miss a chance to tell someone how much you love them.

I wish you well in the difficult days ahead of you. It's unnatural to bury a child. My heart goes out to you. I've been at Spurstalk for about five years and we don't have much personal contact, but know that your sense of humor and wisdom have not gone unnoticed.

I like your happy ending; even in the brief time you knew him, you learned something from your son. I buried my father three years ago and how I treated him in his last days was not great. That taught me to never let loved ones leave your presence without letting them know what they mean to you. It may be the last time you have the opportunity to do so.

No one can take away the pain you'll be feeling, and I think if you gave them the choice, you wouldn't let them. Just remember each time you and Elizabeth feel pain it just because you loved your son.

Stay strong. Feel it all, and as always, continue to learn from him.

[phxspurfan]

I'm so sorry for you both. You are in our prayers.

[fotan2]

I'm sorry to hear that.
it must be tough. cheer up

[Vinnie_Johnson]

My heart deeply goes out to you and your family. Please hug you wife and hold her through this difficult time.

[Sense]

My deepest condolences... Stay strong you and your wife.

[benefactor]

Wow man...I can't even imagine. From one father to another, my heart goes out to you. I pray for strength, peace and healing during this difficult time.

[spursfan09]

Wow. I am truly sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts.

[z0sa]

my thoughts, prayers and tears are with you.

[Fpoonsie]

I'm so sorry for your loss. As several have already mentioned, you bring such joy and laughter to this site, it almost makes it even harder to hear, knowing none of us can bring a smile to your face during such a tumultuous time. Take care, guys.

[Kori Ellis]

How heartbreaking. Take care of Elizabeth and know that a lot of people care about you both and are sending prayers and good thoughts your way. R.I.P. Gabriel Ross.

[phyzik]

as often as we all argue and make jabs at eachother on this forum, be it points of view in life, religion or politics, its threads like this that really show no matter how far apart we are in regards to the internet, we are still pretty close to being family.

I'm trully sorry for your loss as a family. Regardless of being someone I personally dont know, I still consider you and Easjer as friends (and that goes for everyone else here) despite any arguements we may have had or will have. Sometimes on the internet its easy to forget the poster on the other side is a real person and its posts like this that really hit it home. I hope that you and Elizabeth can put this terrible tragedy behind you at some point and end up having a healthy baby child. You have my sincerest condolances.

I realize all of these posts by us just look like words on a page like we are going through the motions, but I hope I speak for everyone here, that is not the case at all. Seriously, if you two need anything I will help out in any way that I personally can.

[it's me]

:cry no words.....:depressed

[Kermit]

I don't pray, but tonight I'll make an exception. I'll pray that the two of you can find some comfort in what must be an unfathomably difficult time. I'll also thank whatever omnipotent being is out there that you got to spend some precious time with your son before he passed.

[CuckingFunt]

I suck at condolences, since I so seldom find them comforting, but I'm sending a ton of positive energy your way.

[timvp]

That is horrible news. :depressed

Stay as strong as possible and know that Gabe is in a better place.

[jaffies]

It's as impossible for me to express my heartbreak over a message board as much as it is to imagine yours.

I'm deeply sorry.

[sa_kid20]

Damn, there's no way I could ever figure out what to say after hearing something like that. I'm so sorry man.

[SequSpur]

wow...man.. i don't know what to say...I will definitely say a prayer for you bro...hang in there...

[mrcoon29]

My condolences to you both - I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Gabriel..such a beautiful and strong name.

[pawe]

I know the terrible feeling you both have right now as the same thing happened to me and my wife 2 yrs ago with our first baby. Support and prayers are definitely helpful and I will be saying one for your family.

[Nbadan]

my condolences for your loss...I could not even begin to imagine how hard this must be...

[cherylsteele]

Wow.....what can one say except my deepest sympathies.

[TDMVPDPOY]

Thats sad to hear mate....

did you end up taking baby photos just for the memories?

[Spurtacus]

My condolences to you and your wife.

[sonic21]

so sorry to hear that, my thoughts and prayers are with you

[Das Texan]

Damn. Damn. I'm so very truly sorry for your tragic loss. May you be blessed though in the future with all that you ask for and more.

[travis2]

oh damn...I am so sorry...

I can't imagine what you two are going through...no father could. Every child is unique.

I'm praying for you both.

[ShoogarBear]

I don't know what to say. Will be thinking about you.

[SpursStalker]

Words can not express the sadness I feel for you both.

Losing someone is never easy, especially since Gabriel was just so new to the both of you.

You both are in my thoughts and prayers. And as with everyone else that has posted, I may not know you personally but I'm am here to offer any assistance either of you might need.

God bless you all ...

[JoeChalupa]

My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your wife and family. Our prayers are with you.

[Taco]

Wow I am so sorry for you guys, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

[Solid D]

I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. I pray that God will hold you and your wife and family in His loving arms right now. I know that this can be extremely difficult spiritually and emotionally. I will be thinking about you all and pray for your strength.

[lrcvsc]

Ny thoughts and prayers are with you, your wife and all the family

[florige]

So sorry for you and Elizabeth.....:depressed

[DarkReign]

I usually do not post in these sorts of threads, but this broke my heart.

I'd say I was sorry, but it wont help. I'm empathetic and wish you both good luck on the next try.

[CosmicCowboy]

Sorry about your loss...life can be so very fragile. Mourn your loss but don't despair.

[JamStone]

I'm still sad about this, but wanted to share something that hopefully will bring a bit, however little, of solace.

I'm the middle of three kids. My parents are immigrants from the Philippines. While they did well for themselves, growing up we weren't rich by any means. Anyway, before my older sister was born, my mother was pregnant with twins. She had a miscarriage and lost the twins.

I look at it this way. They gave up their lives so my younger brother and I could live. Had my parents had the twins, they wouldn't have had more kids after my sister. So out of that very sad miscarriage, my brother and I got a chance. And I've had two guardian angels in heaven looking out for me my whole life.

Maybe that doesn't help at all. And maybe you can't find any solace in it. But I hope in time you will find some.

[ididnotnothat]

My condolences go out. Be strong.

[Jimcs50]

So sorry to read about your loss. You have a lot of support right here in this forum. If you need any advise or just ears to bend, you know you have a wealth of people who care.

[Johnny_Blaze_47]

Oh, God... I'm so sorry.

I know words don't suffice, but you two are both in my thoughts. Be well.

[TMTTRIO]

How awful. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. :depressed:depressed

[j-6]

This absolutely sucks. My deepest condolences to you and easjer.

[Mugshot]

That's horrible. My condolences to you and your family.

[z0sa]

dude this is not the time to be feeding the troll

[Blackjack]

All my best to you and your wife.

I can't imagine the pain you and your family must be in, but we're all pulling for and thinking about you.

May the love that brought your Gabriel into this world give you the strength and comfort to make it through this cruelest of times.

Keep you head up, stay strong and realize no child lucky enough to be blessed with good people as parents would ever want to be the cause of their suffering.

Mourn and grieve your loss but know you owe it to that little one to live the type of life you wished for him; one full of love, laughter and happiness.

Gabriel would've wanted it that way..

Take care, SFIE, and I hope to see that sense of humor resurface in time. (This boards' entertainment-value, well.. I don't want to say solely depends on, but... OK, I'm not gonna' lie. We're screwed without you. This boards' entertainment-value solely depends on you and your contributions. So, take your time, not too much, and we're all looking forward to seeing the posts we've become accustomed to again. No pressure, though.;))

-Blackjack

[marini martini]

Jason~~~ I will never forget that time just you and I were on "chat" during a Spurs game last season..............and they won!!! Not only was it a great game, I felt I met a new friend. You were so kind, funny & respectful to me!!! Thanks!

You and Elizabeth have my prayers!

[WildcardManu]

Wow, sorry for your loss man.. nothing can describe losing a child who is innocent and pure...