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DG-Ag said:

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My wife told me that the Mystic counselors have their girls write two letters home per week. So, these moms and dads will likely see letters from their little angels some time this week...

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We just got a letter in from Hazel today. It was pretty rough lots of emotions. If these had been the final words from my little girl, they would have stuck in my heart forever and the letter would be my most precious keepsake.

My parents got a similar letter Monday and it nearly wrecked them. But it was so sweet...

The handwriting is all my fault... bad dad genes. I think it might actually be better than mine. Yes some of the words are misspelled. She's a little girl and she is working on it. Be kind internet

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So the flagged image is my parents letter from Hazel. I think my Dads big fat fingers (he's been ranching his whole life) got in the photo and triggered the autocensor.

Edit: I cropped it let's see if this works

We will be celebrating the life of little miss Molly tomorrow.

https://www.dettlingfuneral.com/m/obituaries/molly-dewitt/MemorialMedias

https://www.dettlingfuneral.com/m/obituaries/molly-dewitt/media/album/Album-1116949

https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1FgNaBdsJ5/

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My wife has been involved with this type of recovery work before. She said we need to be prepared for the possibility that some may never be found.

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Saw this picture yesterday, a few more inches and a full size truck would have completely disappeared. Tons of rock and soil was washed down the hills.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GvaxI7CXUAAlN03?format=jpg

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— TerritoriodeCoahyTX (@CoahuilayTexas) July 9, 2025

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This is why many will unfortunately never be found. So much mud and rock have buried areas that were once flat and are hiding people and debris under new landscapes.

Ducks4brkfast said:

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We will be celebrating the life of little miss Molly tomorrow.

https://www.dettlingfuneral.com/m/obituaries/molly-dewitt/MemorialMedias

https://www.dettlingfuneral.com/m/obituaries/molly-dewitt/media/album/Album-1116949

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Oh my! Another cute little angel. Is this another Mystic girl or a girl camping with parents?

Camp Mystic, Bubble Inn

The beautiful, exceptionally written obituaries have me absolutely wrecked today. Heartbroken that they haven to be written at all. These encapsulate these precious and beloved girls so well. My prayers and thoughts have not left those who lost a loved one.

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The beautiful, exceptionally written obituaries have me absolutely wrecked today. I had the great honor and grief of writing my grandmother's in October. It's so hard to do, but these encapsulate these precious and beloved girls so well. My prayers and thoughts have not left those who lost a loved one.

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Obituaries for 8- and 9- year old girls just shouldn't be necessary...

Thank you for sharing the testimony of someone who has personally "been there".

For those who have lost someone in the flood, the grieving process has only begun. July 4 is now not only a national holiday it is now the anniversary of a life-changing event.

When the parents enter their home, everything will be different. That little girl whose presence is everywhere in the home won't be there. But her laughter, her chatter, her tears, her smile are everywhere. You cannot escape her presence nor would you want to. The door to her room may remain closed for weeks or months before it can be entered. It is just too painful.

The parents will struggle with their personal grief and how it is addressed. Mothers and fathers will grieve differently - some collectively and all individually. Some will grieve externally while others will do so internally. Unfortunately, the relationship between the mother and the father will become strained. They need to be prayed for now more than ever - that their faith in God and in each other will not only survive the trauma but will strengthen their faith. Our God is more than able to save.

These families need us and need our support. Their grief has just begun. The process doesn't end when their daughter has been laid to rest. It doesn't end when the TV cameras move off to the next story. I beg of you, please, don't abandon these precious families when they will need our support for years and years to come.

That is pretty special, cherish that. Thank you for sharing.

No, they shouldn't. Absolutely gut wrenching. Praying for you and yours today, tomorrow, and in the days & months to come.

I was lucky and survived the flooding in Hunt. We were on Highway 39 across from La Junta.

Since the flood, I've been taking time each day to express my gratitude for something to someone. I would like to thank everyone in this thread for the kindness, civility, and compassion you've demonstrated. Like everyone, I want to know what has happened to the others, and this message board has been a respite from the usual experience of the Internet.

Thank you.

FWIW, I just tried to go to P Terry's in Bastrop since all their locations are donating 100% of their profits today to flood relief orgs. The line came out of the parking lot, down the row in the Walmart parking lot, and out towards the entrance from 71. Probably 60 cars in line. Unfortunately, I didn't have the time to wait that long for lunch, but it was nice to see people showing out to support their charitable giving. Maybe I will try again at dinner time.

My niece went to prek with her. Such a beautiful smile.

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No, they shouldn't. Absolutely gut wrenching. Praying for you and yours today, tomorrow, and in the days & months to come.

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Our close friends are the grandparents of Kellyanne Lytal (Twins) - still unaccounted for. My wife has known the grandmother for 47 years - they met as freshmen at UT. We are shaken by this (wife especially) - can't imagine what they are going through.

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FWIW, I just tried to go to P Terry's in Bastrop since all their locations are donating 100% of their profits today to flood relief orgs. The line came out of the parking lot, down the row in the Walmart parking lot, and out towards the entrance from 71. Probably 60 cars in line. Unfortunately, I didn't have the time to wait that long for lunch, but it was nice to see people showing out to support their charitable giving. Maybe I will try again at dinner time.

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I've been in quite a long line at the north 281 location in San Antonio.

I appreciate that. But when I said I wasn't posting because I didn't feel it was my right, most of those feelings aren't a matter of where I went to school. I have definitely seen, especially in this thread, how y'all have opened your arms to "outsiders" here. My choice to have maintained my silence up until now was primarily out of respect for the privacy of the family of the child that I have been getting updates on. She has been mentioned by name only a couple of times in this thread, but it does not appear that anyone here has any direct connection to the family. And while there has been information about her that I have known and could confirm or deny to you lovely people, it is here where I feel I do not have a right: Because I am not her family, and I do not know the family personally. My sister does, and my sister is sharing the information with my family, but I am accepting this information with what I believe is an understanding of confidentiality, and I will not betray that. And that is why I am not going to identify the child here, though I know by process of elimination, there are not many left that remain unrecovered. And another part of the reason that I remained silent for so long, was because I was so horrified when I learned that very early after this disaster, this child's family were being targeted by constant phone calls from people claiming that they had their child, and demanding money. Knowing how many people have been following this thread, including the news media, I refuse to be the one to turn any additional unwanted attention onto this family right now. I created my account on here days ago, and I have been on the verge of saying something several times, but have just felt so incredibly conflicted about saying anything at all. But primarily, it has been this child's family in my mind when I have considered it, not whether or not I would be considered welcome here.

your discretion is very honorable. We appreciate you!

Praying for your peace and that her memory will bring you comfort. May the Lord wrap you and yours in His arms. Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord. May perpetual light shine upon her.

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I appreciate that. But when I said I wasn't posting because I didn't feel it was my right, most of those feelings aren't a matter of where I went to school. I have definitely seen, especially in this thread, how y'all have opened your arms to "outsiders" here. My choice to have maintained my silence up until now was primarily out of respect for the privacy of the family of the child that I have been getting updates on. She has been mentioned by name only a couple of times in this thread, but it does not appear that anyone here has any direct connection to the family. And while there has been information about her that I have known and could confirm or deny to you lovely people, it is here where I feel I do not have a right: Because I am not her family, and I do not know the family personally. My sister does, and my sister is sharing the information with my family, but I am accepting this information with what I believe is an understanding of confidentiality, and I will not betray that. And that is why I am not going to identify the child here, though I know by process of elimination, there are not many left that remain unrecovered. And another part of the reason that I remained silent for so long, was because I was so horrified when I learned that very early after this disaster, this child's family were being targeted by constant phone calls from people claiming that they had their child, and demanding money. Knowing how many people have been following this thread, including the news media, I refuse to be the one to turn any additional unwanted attention onto this family right now. I created my account on here days ago, and I have been on the verge of saying something several times, but have just felt so incredibly conflicted about saying anything at all. But primarily, it has been this child's family in my mind when I have considered it, not whether or not I would be considered welcome here.

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These people are the lowest form of human garbage and there should be special place in hell reserved for them.

My prayers are with you and precious Kellyanne's loved ones. Praying the Lord would cover you all in peace and comfort you.

yeah, I felt a spike in my blood pressure when I read that. I would be utilizing more resources than what is responsible to be tracking those people down. I remember that happening when my dog was lost and being dismayed at humanity...and this.. blood boiling rage. How can people be so cruel.

Marilyn and I just got back from Marble Falls. We are devastated for you. Sending you peace and hugs from Dallas. Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon her. May the Lord wrap his arms around your family.

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Some of you may be inclined to tell me to MYOB or STFU or whatever. I respect that, but I ask if you're so inclined, just ignore this post. It is honestly meant with the best of intentions whether the information posted will end up being helpful at all.

I have not lost a child nor do I claim to have any knowledge thereof. I have, however, known many who have. Starting with my grandfather, who lost 4. I vividly recall the look on his face -- frankly, the first time I was even aware of this -- at my uncle's funeral. I'll never forget that. After that, friends of my parents, and then, sadly, many friends of mine. I don't even know the count. Its almost like I'm bad luck to parents who know me.

A good friend of mine (who's married to another good friend) lost her baby due to severe birth defects. Every year on his birthday, she posts a tribute to him on FB. But it is more than that. A couple of years ago, she wrote some of the most profound words I've ever read. Allow me to share them with you.

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I still don't understand how or why God would take a child from his mother while she prays for him. I'll never understand it and I've come to accept that I'll never understand this side of Eternity. But what I do know is this: life, for all of us, is messy. It is very much like the backside of a tapestry which looks like random threads and utter chaos. Looking at the backside, no one would ever know what the "pretty" side looks like or even what the image is supposed to be. But through His Word, God assures us over and over of its true beauty and its ETERNAL purpose. I just have to trust Him with our son and His plan of what He is weaving and creating. It is kind of cool to think that our little family of 5, is a teeny-tiny, itsy-bitsy thread in that beautiful tapestry that He is creating. And you and your family are also a part of that same beautiful tapestry. We may not see the beauty now through the heartache, pain, and grief, but we will see it one day once our work here is complete. (...)

Twenty-two years ago I was looking for God to remove my suffering. Looking back, I can see that He was there, right beside us, in every step, every tear, every screaming temper tantrum I threw in the closet, every trip to the cemetery... Over the years, many people have often asked me... "If God were to ask you and give you the choice to become pregnant with (him) and have the same outcome (his death), or never become pregnant with him at all, what would you choose?" Without a single doubt in my heart, I would do it all again because I was chosen by the Creator of this world, to be (his) mom. He is part of me. He is part of our family. We have 3 sons. Do I understand God's plan? No… Do I like it? Ummm....again, that is a big, resounding "NO". But one thing I have learned through these 22 years...Just as real as grief is, so is the strength, grace and mercy of our God. And as much as I don't understand it or like it, I realize that sometimes we stand to learn the most from the things we understand the least. And I will choose to live with the HOPE we have in Jesus. Without that, I have no hope of seeing (him) again one day. I choose hope. Because of what Jesus has done, we absolutely WILL get to see our son again one day. Until then, I will continue on my journey, trying my best to make him proud and leaving a legacy for (him). Even though his life was short, it had meaning and purpose. And even though this separation is temporary, it still hurts. And I will forever be thankful that God chose me to be their mom

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I can't add anything to that, so I won't.

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I will add one short story to this. Right as the pandemic started a life long friend was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Because of the pandemic I didn't get to see him but we talked often. Late April 2020 I called him to visit. He sounded great and upbeat. The last thing he said to me that night was "This is not my plan but it is God's plan. And God's plan is always the right plan." He passed away the next morning. Knowing that this was God's plan. And the right plan. I hope one day we will all have the opportunity to understand this.

Man. Thats tough.

This is all so tough. As a man of God I believe the souls of those who die are in heaven. But has a scientist i know part of that person continues on. I'm reminded of this commentary from Aaron Freeman and it brings me comfort knowing part of them is still interacting with me.

Just drove by the P Terry's on N Lamar close to 35th. The line of cars was way out onto Lamar. Good bull!

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Mary Grace Baker

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I almost had to close my office door after reading that. That was one of the most well written and beautiful tributes I've read. May she rest safely and securely in the arms of Jesus.

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Same. Tears. This is so beautifully written.

What a beautiful tribute. Couldn't get past a few sentences without breaking down. She was raised perfectly by her family and extended family and brought love and light to everyone she crossed paths with. She is smiling down on everyone in heaven.

Ducks4brkfast said:

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We will be celebrating the life of little miss Molly tomorrow.

https://www.dettlingfuneral.com/m/obituaries/molly-dewitt/MemorialMedias

https://www.dettlingfuneral.com/m/obituaries/molly-dewitt/media/album/Album-1116949

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So sorry for your loss. Molly has the most beautiful eyes! What a sweetheart!

Here.

Ducks4brkfast said:

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We will be celebrating the life of little miss Molly tomorrow.

https://www.dettlingfuneral.com/m/obituaries/molly-dewitt/MemorialMedias

https://www.dettlingfuneral.com/m/obituaries/molly-dewitt/media/album/Album-1116949

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I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I could express more profound thoughts, but I have great empathy for you.

Ducks4brkfast said:

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We will be celebrating the life of little miss Molly tomorrow.

https://www.dettlingfuneral.com/m/obituaries/molly-dewitt/MemorialMedias

https://www.dettlingfuneral.com/m/obituaries/molly-dewitt/media/album/Album-1116949

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So sorry. God is always good.