For taking time, in your grieving, to "speak" to us.

When you are ready, we would love to hear more about Missey. From what we can see, and what we do know, she was a Godly woman who served her God by serving her family -- setting a wonderful example for many.

I love the messages in her blog, and in the Beechick list's many messages from Missey. She had great things to share with all, and your children can be proud that she was their Mom, as it is obvious that you are proud that she was your wife.

They will rise up and call her blessed. I am glad she recorded so much, that they might know her in this way.

Prayers, prayers, and more prayers ~
Deb

Thank you for letting us know how you are. We are and will continue to pray for you and your girls. May you feel His Love and Peace today.

I am in tears and cannot wait for you to share about Missey as your wife!!!! I know we will all continue to glean from her~thank you for wanting to share her stories with us! (((((HUGS))))) and prayers ~sandi

Tom, this is Michelle. I just wanted to check in on you guys. I'm glad to hear that the baby is doing great. I have been reading all the things that people have written about Missey and Her Blog page. I had forgotten what a Driven woman she was. Even as kids, she was always on top of things. She obviously touched a lot of peoples lives, even those she never met. It doesn't surprise me. I'm working on a Compilation of memories from Our Adventures together. It is going to take some time to get it all together, but I wanted you to know that I will get it to you and the Kids when i finish. It means a lot to me to do this as well. I'm so Thankful that through all those years of growing up, that she was my Friend. I'm truly blessed to have had Missey for a Best Friend. She was the Sister I never had and I loved her.

Please call me if you need anything or just someone to talk to. My thoughts and Prayers are with you and the kids.

Love, Michelle

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Our family is still praying for you, Tom, and your sweet children. We will continue to do so as long as God lays it on our hearts...

Our family is still praying for you, Tom, and your sweet children. We will continue to do so as long as God lays it on our hearts...

May the Lord who planned all of this in advance bring you all His peace and fill you with the hope that comes from knowing that you will all be together again!

--Mary Grace

What an amazing legacy your wife has left us!!! My kids and I have printed a picture of her and the kids and the one of you wrapping gifts, they hang in our dining room/ homeschool room and we see you often throughout the day and pray for you as well. I did not know Missey but she has ben an inspiration to me these past couple of weeks......as I stated before she left us a wonderful legacy....All glory to God!!!!
Kelly

Thank you so much for keeping in touch, Tom. So many of us are praying for your family and it is wonderful to hear little updates. We'd love to hear more when you have the chance and feel up to it. Missey's passing has affected so many of us, on many different levels...we are taking stock of our own lives and families, and making changes. As well, she has left a marvelous legacy of help and support for us homeschooling Moms. We appreciate her work and ministry so very much. You and your children have much to be proud of. It is a blessing to be a small part of your lives during this time. May God care for you in a special way and continue to watch over your family and provide for your needs. Love to all of you, Danielle

Thankyou for taking the time to post this can't wait tell you post again! Hope the packing goes smoothly for you!

Tom:
You and your family continue to be in our prayers. I look forward to reading your posts about Missey. There are several things I have changed in my life since reading her blog the last week. What a blessing she was.

I have posted a SHMILY Time in honor of your marriage as well...

Thinking and praying for your family,
Amy

Hello Tom,

My name is Ralph Garcia from Illinois. I'm behind in email catchup so I just learned about your situation at home. Our hearts here at home go out to you, Baby Missey and your other children. May the Peace of God which passeth all understanding keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

The LORD bless and keep you all.

Tom, your family has been in our daily prayers. Our whole church ahs been praying for all of you as well. I am so touched that you have taken the time to post here. It is great to hear how well Melissa Kate is doing. I look forward to sharing more about Missey. God be with you and each of your children to carry you through this time. Many prayers for you.

I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family. May you find comfort in God's word.

"Hear my cry, O God; attend unto my prayer. From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I." Psalm 61:1-2

Tom-I am praying for your family and will continue to pray.
Blessings,
Linda<><

Thank you Tom for the updates. You and your children have been in my prayers daily. I have shared your story with many friends who are also praying for you. My heart breaks for you. I am so glad the baby is doing well. I'm sure your two oldest daughters have become little "mommies." Please keep us updated when you have time. We don't want to forget.
Nancy

for letting us know how you are doing. Your family's been in my thoughts and prayers and will continue to be. So glad the wee lil girl is doing great, I bet she is just precious.

Evening Tom and Family,
Our thought's and prayer's are with you and the family.

Debbie,
MyChildrenAndMe

I read a lot and check on Pattycake's blog to see if there is an updates. I have read and read and read about Missy. I haven't commented because so many are. But I want you to know that even people who do not comment are praying for all of you~

I look forward to reading MORE from you.......... May God continue to comfort all of you
blessings,
Teena

Tom,
Your family has been in my prayers and in the prayers of my family members. Our hearts ache with yours, but the Good Lord will see you through, there is no doubt about that!

Charity and Family

Tom,
Missey and I began blogging at about the same time. Sadly, I never met her. I've learned some about her recently. It seems that she was an amazing lady who loved the Lord and her family.

I included a brief note to you in our recent TOS Single Parent e-Newsletter. My heart breaks for you and those sweet blessings of yours during this time. There are obviously many, many people touched by your wife who are praying for you and your children.

Blessings & Prayers, MaggieRaye

Tom I am so glad to hear that you are being blessed through this time. I continue to prayer as you learn the new ropes of this journey you have in front of you. I am so glad that you do have God to lean on because he is the only one that can get you through this. You are inspiration. Mate, Godspeed to you and your family.
Love Toni in Australia

I'm happy to know that the baby is doing well.
Praise God.

Thank you for taking time to share with us. Please know you and your family will remain in our prayers!

Beside my bathroom mirror hangs a framed print. It has hung there since the day we moved into our home. And it reads the same quote as Missey's blog: A mother's heart is a child's schoolroom.
And now every morning when I read it, I now think of Missey and her legacy. And pray for you.
In Christian love,
Ann Voskamp

I am Cindy Bell from Texas.
I did not know Missey or your family. I learned about her from a fellow homeschooling mom. But when I heard about her and read some of her entries, I wept with how precious a person she was. What a wonderful mom! I want you to know that I pray for you and your children every day without fail. Being a single parent is extremely tough, but being the single parent of greiving children is even tougher. Lean on the Lord, Tom. He will lift you up and you are surrounded by people all over the country that are praying for you and your children. May your hearts be comforted in Christ.

Thinking of Missey today....and missing her dearly! I just wish I could see 1 more email from her, 1 more schedule, 1 more post, 1 more 'fabulous find' in curriculum...

Hope you and the 5 littles are doing well, Tom. Praying still....

Dawne
(HomeSchooling4Jesus in Missey's Side Bar -- changed my blog, but she never had a chance to update her template to my new blog: classical.homeschool)

I will continue to pray for your family. When I pray for mine I also pray for yours.
Just because It has been over a month since Missey has gone home doesn't mean I will stop praying, I have made a commitment to keep you and your children in my prayers.
Blessings,
Linda<><

Just wanted to check in to see how everything is going. How was the move? How is the baby? How are the other children doing? Most of all, how are you doing? When you get a chance, will you give us an update. Missy remains in my prayers. ~Kim~

Loved reading about The Gray Family in The Old Schoolhouse Magazine today, and how neat that they featured Ruth Beechick and Missey Gray the same issue. :)

Just thinking of you and your family and wondering how things are going... also, please let me know if there are any specific prayer requests you might have, as I have posted to keep your family in prayer.

blessings,
Amy

Happy Mother's Day, Missey...we miss you!

May you find comfort in knowing that our prayers & thoughts are with on this Mother's Day. Our heartfelt sympathy can not come close to the situation but the Lord hears all of prayers. We KNOW that HE and HE alone will comfort and carry you throughout each day ...especially the holidays! Happy Mother's Day...Sweet Missy! You have left an everlasting impression and treasure for each of your blessings!

I know that Missey is watching down on all of you and rejoicing in the time she had as your wife and mother of your children. Blessings!

Dear Tom and Family,

You are in our thoughts and prayers. We can only imagine how difficult this past weekend must of been for you all...Yet we hold onto the hope of God's Loving Arms surrounding each and everyone one of you...comforting you all through this time.

Even as time passes we are reminded of Missy's servants heart...and the many wonderful examples she set for everyone that knew her. She is a blessing this day and always.

On Mother's Day your family was close to my heart and in my thoughts as I envisioned the Lord's presence around your family... filling that part of you that no one could ever fill.

It is my hope and prayer that you will one day be able to update us as to how everyone is doing... we are all looking forward to the "Praise Report" you will have. God sees us through all things...

Wishing You and Your Family a Blessed Day... Week... Future...

In Christ,

Deborah

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The Lord brought your family to mind today and I wanted to let you know that you and your family are still being prayed for.

May God continue to strengthen you day by day through his Word and the love and prayers from others.

In Him,
Theresa

Praying for your family... please let me know how you're doing... I'm posting requests and we're all wondering how you're all doing.

In Him,
Amy

I just wanted to post again, that I am thinking and praying for your family. I don't have the right words to say other than I care and will always keep you in my prayers. I hope one day, when you are ready that you will be able to update on how your family is doing. May you find peace in the Lord.

I was never blessed to know MIssy. I know how much I missed out tho. Her blog is just beauitful and the love for her children is just so obvious. Tonight I blogged about her on my blog. www.xanga.com/thankfulmommy. I love how she called it Heartschooling. Is there any way to find out an update on Missy's precious family and the blessed little girl she gave birth to? My thoughts and prayers have continued to be with them. I think of them constantly.

Many Blessings,
Cassidy

I hope this blog won't be deleted. I just came today and I think it would be a shame to loose it. Is there anything anyone can do to make sure it isn't deleted?

Remembering your family and lifting you up in prayer.
Blessings,
Linda<><

I was doing a search tonight on google for blogs that contain Charlotte Mason and HeartSchooling came up. I knew immeadiately that this was Missey's blog and so I wanted to stop by and let you know that you've been prayed for.

In Christian love,
Theresa

Your family has been on my heart lately. I wanted you to know that Missey's legacy has not been forgotten by the homeschool community and that you are still in my family's prayers.

Blessings,
Trish

Your family is often in my thoughts and prayers. Missey and her blog where such an encouragement in my homeschool journey. I often think of you all and say a prayer

I just wanted to take this opportunity to let your family know that I am praying. Missy is greatly missed in the homeschooling community and we are all praying and grateful that we had an opportunity to know of her and her special heart. May you feel His loving arms still wrapped around you.

Just wanted you to know that your family continues to be in my prayers.

God Bless,
Kim

Your story has been amazing, I did not know Missey but have learned so much about her over the course of the year.



May the LORD bring you the Peace that only HE can through this time. And comfort you. And let you remember you are truely loved!



There will be something great come out of all this I know the LORD works in mysterious ways!



Thank you for sharing your story of love, joy and sadness. I will keep you close to me in my prayers for healing from your loss.



Love

Dana Howe

Tom and family, please know that you and your family were in our thoughts and prayers yesterday. We joined Christy and many others in the homeschooling community in honoring Missey yesterday by a day of heartschooling.

In Christian Love,
Theresa @ www.gracelikerain.typepad.com (formerly OurHomeSweetHomeschool

Just a quick note to say that we are still thinking of you and have been praying for you all this past week! What a bitter sweet day Thursday must have been with little Missy Kate's birthday. Praying you feel Him close at this time.

Just to encourage you as well that Missy is still reaching people's hearts even a year later! As I pop around the blog, I'm amazed by the number of people who are still be ministered to by Missy's story!

Still reminiscing, praying, and missing her...

Love,
Dawne
(formerly Homeschooling4Jesus)

Missey, I am giving you a Thinking Blog Award. You always did make me think for all the years I knew you! :)

Love,
Dawne

http://tomzwife.homeschooljournal.net/2007/06/29/ive-been-chosen-for-a-thinking-blogger-award/

Tom,

I don't know if you ever come here anymore, but I just wanted to drop a line that the Five in a Row homeschooling community continues to reminisce about Missey. We also continue to pray for you and the children. We hope you will one day post an update.

Dear Tom and Gray kidlets,

Just wanted to let y'all know that my family is thinking about and praying for you.

Love in Christ,
Marsha and the Drews family

Just thinking of you and your family...and wondering how you are doing.

Still Seeking,
Amy

I often think of you guys - we have since moved from Arkansas and now live in Texas. Just wanted you to know that your family is in our prayers. Hope all is well.

God bless you.

Just wondering how you and your family are doing. Know you are in my prayers as we enter a new year.

Amy

Was just thinking of you today, Missey!

Love,
Dawne (aka Homeschooling4Jesus)

Just wondering how you've been and how life is going for all of you. You are all in my prayers still...

Praying for your family today. Came by today to see some of the scheduling, thank you for keeping this up.