The text message read, “They found the little girl in Florida.” I couldn’t believe it. As I was celebrating Christmas with the residents at work, my heart felt so heavy. I knew beyond a shadow of doubt that she was dead, but this meant it was real. Caylee Marie was dead and her mother had dumped her in a garbage bag. What has this world come to?
I will update tomorrow with some Christmas funnies, some journal pages and hopefully some Gingerbread masterpieces, but today is about Caylee.
RIP you sweet little angel. I am praying for your grandparents tonight, I can’t imagine their heartache.
Below is a letter I will be mailing on my way home to Casey Anthony.
Dear Casey-
When thinking about writing this letter to you my emotions were like a roller coaster. Why write a letter to a complete stranger sitting in jail? Why care enough about a little girl that I’ve never met to beg her mother to tell the truth? I can’t answer those questions, I just know it was put on my heart day after day and I decided to just do it.
Who is this stranger writing to you? I’m Michelle, mother to four, wife to one, daughter to 4 (step parents), sister to six, aunt to 20 (I’m afraid I forgot someone when counting this up), friend to many, loyal servant to One (the Good Lord above). I was a single mom for many many years and made countless mistakes, some bigger than others. My adult children are almost 21 and 18, my youngest here on earth is 9 and I have an infant son in heaven. I could have been such a better mother to my oldest children, but my priorities were not what they should be. I was young, my ex husband walked off and left me with an infant and a two year old and for a short time I think I had a mini-breakdown. I was heart broken, overwhelmed, angry and stayed pissed at the whole world for a long time. With that said I DO NOT judge you for any of your behavior.
Before I go to bed each night I pray to God to soften your heart and let you tell whatever you know about Caylee. Where is she? What happened to her? Why it happened? How it happened? Casey, I believe something happened to Caylee that was an accident. I see the love you had/have for Caylee and I don’t believe you purposely did ANYTHING to hurt Cayley, but I believe an accident happened.
Your family loves you. What a blessing. I have a mother that could give two hoots about me or my children and I wonder if you know what a blessing it is to have parents and a brother who love you. They are going to love you regardless, but have you thought about their health? I worry about both of them dropping over dead from the stress this has put upon them. Your brother Lee, what a cutie. Don’t make decisions that you can’t undo. Tell your family the truth, let them help you.
I dream about Caylee, do you?
Here is the prayer that I pray daily.
“Dear Lord, only you know what is in our hearts and you know that I have Caylee and the entire Anthony Family on my heart so heavy. Lord please wrap your arms around Casey Anthony and let her know you will make whatever has happened to Caylee bearable. Lord make her know you love her and you forgive her and as long as she has your love and forgiveness she can get through anything. Heavenly Father, I can not imagine the pain and heartache of George, Cindy and Lee lift some of that pain, give them peace. Remind them how much Caylee loved them and the great memories they have of her. Lord please take the guilt away from this family, the should of, would of, could of thoughts they have get rid of them. I ask all of this in your name and stand on faith that this will work out in your time not mine.”
I end this letter with begging you to be honest, pray for forgiveness and give your parents some peace. I pray for you daily and will continue to.
OK, enough with my obsession with Caylee Anthony. I need to get a grip.
I was reminded today that I haven’t been updating my blog on a regular basis. I am always amazed when someone makes this comment, I’m still surprised at how many visits I’ve been getting lately.
Let’s see, what has been going on.
Both of my “grown children” are living on their own. This breaks my heart and also makes me proud. I raised both of them for the most part by myself, good or bad I take credit. I have to admit knowing what I know now I would have involved “the ex” a lot less. Being the “mature one” cost me greatly, but my kids will both respect me for the choices I made when “they” both grow up.
Church Sunday, sang a song about being an “overcomer”. Was it an accident that this song was sung on a Sunday when I held a sweet little infant and actually enjoyed it? I think not. Baby James was born and died three years ago and for the first time since then I enjoyed a newborn. What an awesome feeling. I knew I had loving friends watching me, seeing me love every minute of that little guy and thanking God for the peace they saw in me. It was such an awesome feeling, not sure I can explain it in words.
Work, well nevermind. I am trying to accept that not everyone “gives a crap” and I can’t worry about that. I only have control over me.
My husband deserves a medal. My work schedule is getting on his nerve, but he’s picking up “my slack” and complaining as little as possible.
Big Brother 10, less and less a fan of Jerry.
Remember that obsession, well still obsessed. Greta will be on at 10 p.m. and I will watch and learn nothing new. Keep praying for Caylee. I have prayed so much about this case that I feel God telling me as much as I like to write, get to writing. I will share my first letter to Ms. Anthony when it is complete. If you feel lead, join me.
When Carl woke up today he said, “Today is Caylee’s birthday.” It made me realize how many articles and blogs I’ve read out loud to him. I thought about all the Fox News, Nancy Grace and Greta shows we’ve watched about this little girl, but importantly it made me think about her mother.
I look at pictures of Casey and Caylee and I know in my heart she loved this little girl. What happened? I believe in prayer and I am going to pray like no other for God to soften this mom’s heart and wrap his arms around her and whisper in her ear for her to tell the truth.
Caylee should be home today with her family celebrating and I can’t imagine what it is like for the Anthony’s not to have her there with them. Very sad!! George lost it last night with the media and I say good for him. Here is a video.
I have to believe she refused a visit from her brother because she can’t stand to face him. Lots of information in this article.
Looking at Lee today I see the pain for his mom and it breaks my heart. I give this family credit for sticking together, they obviously love e ach other and not every family has that I hope they find some peace today.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CAYLEE!!!!
EDIT: I HAVE BEEN SO SAD AND ANGRY ABOUT THIS STORY IT WAS REFRESHING TO SEE A REAL MOTHER DOING WHAT’S RIGHT FOR HER CHILD….READ HERE
Jesse Grund who by all accounts has been a good friend to Casey and a role model to Caylee has now been thrown into this three ring circus. At another site I frequent it has been said Jesse thought he was Caylee’s father until a paternity test showed 0% of this being true. It’s being reported that he was fired from his job as a police officer due to Psych Issues. You can view the video here. I have to wonder if that was told by Ms. Party Girl herself who is presneting as less then sane herself. The firing of an officer would not be public information. I have to wonder if this is another example of good guys finishing last.
Has anyone heard cough cough The Mother of the Year ask anyone if they have found her daughter? How about any concern for anyone but herself.
I have said all along the brother Lee is the only one with any compassion for Caylee. What is he up to?
As we all shake our heads at Casey and what a horrible mother she is. Let’s thank God for moms who love and protect their childre. Let’s lift this mom up in our prayers.
Talking to people at work today I was amazed people don’t know about this little girl. I’m consumed so I want everyone consumed I guess.
I have had over 10,000 hits on my blog about this story so I thought I would try to answer some of the questions that have been left in my comment section.
I would like to do a survey-how many believe Caylee is still alive. I don’t…I hope but in my heart I think she is gone. Leave a comment do you believe she is alive or not.
I only have ONE question, why does the authorities not have a copy of the Cindy Anthony’s My Space blog????
I am sure they have access to this, Cindy has deleted it from her My Space. In my opinion the Anthony’s have been pretending for so long that in Cindy’s mind if it’s not on her My Space no one can find it. WRONG!
I just read that on 6-24-08, George Anthony filed a police report stating that someone had broken into the shed and stole the two gas cans that were filled with gas. That seems strange to me, someone randomly knows to steal gas from a shed…..how did they know there were full gas cans in there?! Sounds like broke Casey needed alot of gas for the car that was found out of gas! What did she do with the gas if it was her (who else would it be?!!)
My theory is she wanted gas for a trip, but didn’t want cameras to see her at gas stations.
If she was dating this guy why wouldn’t she have his number?
I defend her on this, I use a cell phone 90% of the time. I don’t know numbers like I use to because they are programmed in my phone.
Could it be an accidental killing?
I believe it was an accident, and she isn’t willing to admit it even to herself. This is where I have a little sympathy for her. Caylee is most likely gone and I think this “sick” girl really did love this little girl and she can’t come to terms with what she has done. If she denies it then it isn’t true in her mind. I hope I’m wrong, I’ve decided if I’m wrong I’m going to be thrilled “eating crow”.
I have questions about the bio-father too. They say he was killed in an automobile accident. Yet, he has family that should be speaking out for Caylee on his behalf. Where are the paternal grandparents?
My gut tells me Casey was dating Jesse cheated on him with “some guy” at a bar and doesn’t know who he is. One night stand kind of thing.
The new header on my blog is a picture taken by Alyssa. I still remember the day just a few months ago when Alyssa ran in the house and said, “Mom, I need your camera you won’t believe how beautiful the sunset is.” I have this pic framed in my office with a few I took as the sun continued to set. These pictures are in my office to remind me of what really matters. My daughter, her childhood, and our relationship. What makes mothers forget this simple fact?
I am sad. I was thinking today of all the women that would give anything to have this beautiful little girl in their home, and instead she had this “thing” for a mother and the other “thing” for a grandmother. I don’t know how much longer I can watch this.
Lee Anthony says to Casey (Thing 1) today, “Remember the truth don’t hurt.” I think it’s 20 years to late to try to teach this “thing” about the truth.
Cindy Anthony (Thing 2) on Greta tonight just made a complete idiot out of herself.
The whole story of Caylee Anthony has me confused. On Cindy Anthony’s My Space she wrote the following…on 7/3/08….(edit-Cindy has deleted her MySpace account)
Thursday, July 03, 2008
my caylee is missing
Current mood: http://x.myspace.com/images/blog/moods/iBrads… distraughtShe came into my life unexspectedly, just as she has left me. This precious little angel from above gave me strength and unconditional love. Now she is gone and I don’t know why. All I am guilty of is loving her and providing her a safe home. Jealousy has taken her away. Jealousy from the one person that should be thankfull for all of the love and support given to her. A mother’s love is deep, however there are limits when one is betrayed by the one she loved and trusted the most. A daughter comes to her mother for support when she is pregnant, the mother says without hesitation it will be ok. And it was. But then the lies and betrayal began. First it seemed harmless, ah, love is blind. A mother will look for the good in her child and give them a chance to change. This mother gave chance after chance for her daughter to change, but instead more lies more betrayal. What does the mother get for giving her daughter all of these chances? A broken heart. The daughter who stole money, lots of money, leaves without warning and does not let her mother now speak to the baby that her mother raised, fed, clothed, sheltered, paid her medical bills, etc. Instead tells her friends that her mother is controlling her life and she needs her space. No money, no future. Where did she go? Who is now watching out for the little angel?
Where do I start with my questions??
Why use the word missing? Did Cindy Anthony know on 7/3 that her grandchild was missing?
If they really thought she had a job, why the comment about no money and no future?
For my regular blog readers you know this subject is a sore one for me. I don’t have the love of my mother, and possibly never did-sad but true. I have often said when praying to God, “How can some people get a mother who would love them even if they killed someone and I have a mother that doesn’t love me because…blah blah blah.” The story of Cindy, Casey and Caylee Anthony I know is hitting close to home to me. Don’t get me wrong, I’m frustrated with Cindy Anthony just like the rest of the world, and I would like to smack Casey Anthony upside her head, but this story has reminded me that there are women in this world that love their children NO MATTER WHAT. Let’s all remember we have screamed and yelled at our t.v. because of women like Susan Smith and Andrea Yates, we may very well add Casey Anthony to that list-but let’s remember a Mother’s Love is suppose to know no bounds and let’s show Cindy Anthony some respect, she is a mother and her heart is broken. She can’t let her mind believe her daughter is capable of hurting her grandchild and I respect her for that.
While we all sit around and say Cindy Anthony is “covering up” for her daughter, her daughter is calling her from jail acting like a spoiled brat. Phone call from jail.
The 911 calls and just another chapter in this circus. I cry when I hear the anguish in Cindy Anthony. This woman is facing the unthinkable, let’s not forget that.
I have thought all along that Lee Anthony seems to be the exact opposite of his sister and tonight in an interview he gave I’m more convinced of this. I hope Cindy Anthony can see this interview and realize her son is the best option for a family spokesperson.
Ok, knowing more then I care to about dysfuntional mother/daughter relationships. I am hoping the daughter (Casey) has allowed someone to take Caylee to hide her from her mother. I know in order to believe this I have to discount what the police are saying, but remember in other cases they have been wrong. I think about how hard I am praying for this and I don’t even know Casey. The Anthony Family has to be beside themselves missing this little angel.
Here are other post I have done about this little cutie.
I pray for this little girl and I hope you do also. If you want to meet some “real moms, with huge hearts” visit here. As a mom of a little one that went to heaven way too soon I pray that God is dealing with Casey Anthony and will soften her heart to understand if that sweet child is still alive the time for playing games with her mom is over and if she’s dancing with Jesus I pray that Casey comes clean and gives her family some time to grieve.
First and foremost I want to say loud and clearly, I hope I’m wrong, I hope the majority of the people following this case (I’ve had 1,300 hits on my blog looking for information about Caylee) are wrong but something is FISHY. I believe in miracles and I’m still praying for one for this little girl.
I was driving in my car today and quotes were running thru my head.
“You will teach what you know, but you will reproduce what you are”.
“The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.”
“Chip off the ole’ block.”
The case of Caylee Anthony is not just sad, it’s sickening. This little girl really doesn’t have a “HERO” and it makes me sad. I think about the people that would step up and protect my daughter and I’m sad that little Caylee doesn’t have that person. She doesn’t have a dad in her life, her grandparents are too worried about her white trash mother to protect her, her uncle I can’t figure out (he seems to have more sense then the rest of them), this little girl had NO ONE looking out for her except for a police department of strangers and I have faith these people are going to get justice for her.
There are a lot of opinions on this website and I have spent way too many hours reading and analyzing.
This website has followed a lot of high profile crimes and this lady thinks ole’ Gma is telling the truth.
When this all first started I sent Cindy Anthony a message on my space and told her I respected how she was standing by her daughter and trying to find her grandchild. I now would like to send her an email and tell her she needs to get ahold of that daughter and beat the information out of her where that sweet child is. I don’t think Cindy had anything to do with whatever happened to that little girl, but she is covering for her daughter. Cindy needs to remember that Caylee was helpless, whatever her daughter has done to this little girl needs to be told. If Cindy Anthony EVER loved her grandchild she needs to step up to the plate and protect the person who deserves to be protected….CAYLEE MARIE ANTHONY.
Another quote just came to mind…..
The time is always right to do what is right. Martin Luther King, Jr.
