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(October 14, 2008)—A 3-year-old boy was taken to Scott & White Hospital in Temple Tuesday morning after a teenager found him in a backyard swimming pool at 17544 Romberg Rd. near Holland in Bell County.

When emergency crews arrived, the teenager was attempting to perform CPR.

Authorities said they aren’t sure how long the boy had been in the pool and would not comment on his condition.
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Posted by: H-E-B Location: Temple on Oct 20, 2008 at 01:39 PM
all of us here at H-E-B want all of you to know we have been praying for you all from day 1.. now we are all praying for Monica and her family. stand beside each other and love each other because with each other nothing or no one can divide the thick love your family has for each other. lets all celebrate baby Junior's life he had here with us .. From all of us here at HEB to all of you, we love you ..
Posted by: Eve Location: Waco on Oct 20, 2008 at 08:30 AM
Hey give us more details!!! who was suppose to be watching the boy? How was he found? How is the boy now is he ok?
Posted by: From 'round Here Location: Gatesville on Oct 18, 2008 at 11:07 PM
To "Believer", that was absolutely beautiful. You made a very valid point: when we pray for God to heal...we seldom mean to take them and make them whole, we usually mean to heal them and leave them with us. However, I am certain that Junior is in Jesus' most loving arms and is whole and healthy. I do pray that God provide peace, strength and comfort for this family as only he can in this time of sorrow. To the family, please know that I respect your privacy but PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE post any needs or wants that you have...even if it's just an empathetic ear. Know that prayer is a given...it's the greatest gift I can offer you. God bless!
Posted by: Keri Location: Holland on Oct 18, 2008 at 10:33 AM
To the family; Please know our thoughts and prayers will stay with you. My heartfelt condolences are with all of you. Please post any needs you have. You have our support and sympathy.
Posted by: believer Location: just this side of eternity on Oct 17, 2008 at 07:13 PM
This beautiful baby, Jr., passed from this earth earlier today with his little hand safely in the hand of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Our prayers were answered, and he was healed by The Great Physician, Himself. Jr. is whole again and in the presence of God. The most perfect love of all is now all this little boy knows. My heart and prayers go out to the family, and may God give you perfect peace as you go through your mourning. May the compassion of all of us be a reflection of the love of Jesus Christ. God makes everything new and good. Open your hearts and let God work through you all at this time. I thank God for Jr. and what God has taught me over the last few days working through this beautiful little child.
Posted by: caring person Location: holland texas on Oct 17, 2008 at 02:59 PM
My prayers are with you in your time of heartache.Please turn to God in your time of need he is the only one that can give you peace & understanding. Brandon my prayers are also with you please turn to God... Don't deal with this without him . my prayers & thoughts are with you
Posted by: Anonymous Location: HOLLAND on Oct 17, 2008 at 01:56 PM
last time i herad from someone close to the family that today Oct.17,2008 they will make the desision to pull the plug or not...but My prayers go out to Junior and his family i my self is really close to some of the Family so Just keeep on praying for Him mericles do happen just have hope!!!! Much love to Junior/and Family
Posted by: "Tatina" Location: Hollland on Oct 17, 2008 at 11:45 AM
I'm sorry I couldn't be there. I have many people praying for the whole family and epecially Junior! Please keep us posted! I have many people calling me for an update. I will not cease praying until I hear something. Continue to know that my heart goes out to you all. I love ya'll!! i wish that all of you could've actually spent some time with this family before being critical! They are truly awesome! Please just continue to pray for them! God bless you all who have been!
Posted by: From 'round Here Location: Gatesville on Oct 17, 2008 at 08:16 AM
I am very sorry... I will not be able to make it to S&W this morning...but know that I will be praying right with you all. Stay strong and be blessed!!!
Posted by: Caring Person Location: Texas on Oct 16, 2008 at 11:29 PM
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your famiy. May God lift each and everyone of you up in his arms and surround you with his love...........
Posted by: terri Location: temple on Oct 16, 2008 at 09:04 PM
Thank you for the kind words and prayers for Junior. He is still a very sick little man. For all of those interested, we will be holding a prayer rally for Junior tomorrow at S&W on the 1st floor lobby in the South Tower at 9am. All prayer warriors are welcome. We see God's hand moving in this tragedy and we want to bombard the gates of Heaven for Junior's complete recovery. If you cannot join us on site, I ask that you join us in prayer at 9am from where you are. Thank you and may God bless you.
Posted by: Gerald Thornton Location: Temple on Oct 16, 2008 at 08:06 PM
I am giving out a prayer for Jr. who we are all praying for him. And for those who keep on saying things about the mother and anything else. At least she is a caring mother and not out there like those other mothers doing things to their infants. So show some respect to the mother and the family and not put them down.
Posted by: Juniors Family Location: 9am S& W First Floor Lobby on Oct 16, 2008 at 08:05 PM
We Are Having a prayer vigil on Oct.17 in the morning at 9am. At Scott and White in south tower on first floor lobby for Junior. Any and all believers are needed to touch in agreement for Juniors complete recovery. We will see you in the morning. And GOD BLESS
Posted by: Anonymous Location: HOLLAND on Oct 16, 2008 at 06:49 PM
HAS ANYONE HEARD ON HOW THE BABY IS DOING??MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY...AS A COMMUNITY OF HOLLAND I THINK WE SHOULD ALL GET TO TOGETHER AND DO SOMETHING FOR THIS FAMILY...BUT HOW IS THE BABY
Posted by: martha Location: salado on Oct 16, 2008 at 04:55 PM
Heather, you really need to know the story before you start popping off. You obviously are just a gossip monger who likes to speculate because you have no idea what is really going on and have to feel attached in some sick way. I will pray for you to gain some compassion and grow-up.
Posted by: concerned Location: Texas on Oct 16, 2008 at 03:39 PM
All of you are feeding on what the media wants you to. This story is very vague and most posting here are "presuming" what the story is. The media portays things in a way in which to draw attention. Sometimes the story has major inaccuracies. Apparently their tactics worked with this story because that is exactly what is happening here. Has anyone thought that the parents might want privacy with this matter? Quit assuming what the story is and pointing fingers in directions you think need to be pointed. Use the media's tactics to let the family know how much you are thinking of them in this time of need and praying for this child to recover completly. To the family members: My heart goes out to you. May God keep his hand over your famiy and heal your child.
Posted by: Mom Location: Holland on Oct 16, 2008 at 03:03 PM
Be in prayer for Heather, apparently she has some issues and no compassion. Family ignore the wicked GOD is with you in your time of need. Blessings for Junior
Posted by: heather Location: holland on Oct 16, 2008 at 01:44 PM
the mom should have made sure the 19 yr old was up before she left....a parent should have known that
Posted by: Mom Location: Central Texas on Oct 16, 2008 at 01:39 PM
I would like to extend prayers and well wishes for the family and for Junior. May God help you through this. Brother it's not your fault, it was a tragic accident.
Posted by: concerned Location: Holland on Oct 16, 2008 at 01:03 PM
OMG! DOES IT REALLY MATTER WHAT KIND OF PARENTS THEY ARE OR WHAT KIND OF FAMILY IT IS??? THIS IS A BABY. FOR GODS SAKE PRAY FOR THIS CHILD!
Posted by: parent Location: Texas on Oct 16, 2008 at 12:54 PM
We pray the Holy Spirit cover this family with a blanket of comfort and peace. Junior is at the feet of Jesus and will remain there. Our love and prayers are with the baby and family. Scream his name constantly into the depths of Heaven. God hears your cries and will answer. Gods' will, will be done. Rest in that and look only onto the face of God, not what is around you. Stronger is HE who is within you, then he that is in the world. Our God is an awesome God. He knows our future and ending. Let go and let God. Keep praying and don't stop.
Posted by: Keri Location: Holland on Oct 16, 2008 at 11:20 AM
Hey Kate in Temple.... You have a fantastic question: Where is the fence? Obviously, you know the benefits. I think you should volunteer to provide one or raise the funds to provide one. Everyone talks. DO SOMETHING TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE!!! Have a fundraiser... I will be there....STOP TALKING AND DO SOMETHING TO HELP... I am to assume, you don't have to provide for others..... except spending on your own kids. Help others...stop judging. I commend the young man for helping his family in caring for his baby brother. Accidents happen. Bravo that you found him and knew what to do. You are a brother that Junior will idealize. Stay strong. Our thoughts and prayers will be will all of you. Let us know what everyone can do to help. To all the voyers: Shame on you!! Stay away from their home. They need peace at home.
Posted by: From 'round Here Location: Gatesville on Oct 16, 2008 at 09:34 AM
My heart truly breaks for you and your family! My family went through the same thing last year when our daughter fell into a swimming pool. You may have heard the nurses talk about us. She is a walking miracle. I have no doubt that God can do the same for you. If you need someone who completely understands...don't hesitate to let me know! Just post a comment...you'll learn through this that you have so much more family and friends than you ever thought possible. I am praying for your family and your little one! Be strong.
Posted by: just me on Oct 16, 2008 at 07:35 AM
To krisbear22 and Stephanie. I haven't read all the comments on here, only the last few, but I know that people can be very very rude and hateful on here. I'm really sorry about everything that ya'll are going through, and I hope that everything works out in the end. I'll keep him in my prayers. Hang in there.
Posted by: where is our compassion Location: lost in an evil world on Oct 16, 2008 at 07:34 AM
WOW this family is hurting and all you can do is criticize, how dare you. Who are YOU to judge? we need to be praying and offering help to this family. instead of tearing them down. it is because of people like YOU that this world is falling apart what ever happened to kindness and compassion. nothing like kicking someone while they are down i hope it made you feel better about yourself...... Because nothing like this could ever happen to you *sarcasm*
Posted by: Stephanie Location: Illinios (Texas for lil brother) on Oct 15, 2008 at 11:55 PM
For those of you quick to criticize and call my mother a trashy parent, maybe you should sit back and fathom the idea of TEENAGERS having children. Responsibility doesn't only come with age..it's something learned. So is being tasteful, tactful, and kind. My brother is NOT 18, close though, he's 19 and he was also the one that called 911 AND administered CPR. My mom, as said before by empathetic and understanding people, was working to provide for her family and trying to stabilize herself on her own two feet. So pray for my baby brother as he is in the hospital..I came a long way to see him through this to the end.
Posted by: MOM Location: CENTRAL TEXAS on Oct 15, 2008 at 11:22 PM
THERE IS NO WAY ANYONE CAN JUDGE OR QUESTION WHAT HAPPENS IN SOMEONES LIFE. THE PEOPLE INVOLVED INTIMATLY AND ON THE FRINGES OF THIS CHILDS LIFE SHOULD BE SUPPORTIVE OF THE CHILD AND THE FAMILY BECAUSE THIS COULD BE ANYONE OF US. MAYBE NOT OUR OWN CHILD BUT THE CHILD OF SOMEONE WE LOVE. I HOPE THE SUPPORT SYSTEM OF EVERYONE INVOLVED INCLUDING THE TEEN, HEALTH CARE WORKERS AND EMERGENCY PERSONEL ARE INTACT. I PRAY THAT JUNIOR RECOVERS AND BECOMES THE BEST JUNIOR HE CAN BE, AND THAT HIS PARENTS RECOVER THEIR LIVES TO BECOME THE PARENTS I KNOW THEY ARE. MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU IN YOUR TIME OF NEED AND WATCH OVER YOU WHEN YOU FEEL YOU DON'T NEED HIM.
Posted by: krisbear22 Location: temple on Oct 15, 2008 at 10:09 PM
our baby is not dead dont talk unless you knoe the story! it was a horrible accident and all we can do is pray to god that he will make our baby better i appreciate everyone that is praying for us!! just please keep him in your prayers that god will restore his life!
Posted by: a parent Location: Texas on Oct 15, 2008 at 05:31 PM
Does anyone know how the child is doing?
Posted by: "Tatina" Location: Holland on Oct 15, 2008 at 03:05 PM
My prayers are with you're whole family! Shane and I still love ya'll very much! To all those that want to judge the bible says judge and thou shall be judge and condemn and thou shall be condemed! Remember bad things happen to all of us in life in just a blink of an eye. Most important thing to remember is that if it's Gods will it will happen and there's nothing we can do about it! I've been praying and have sent out a prayer chain to everyone I know who prays! If you're reading this please do the same! Brandon..may God give you and your family the peace that you all need to help pull Junior through...my heart goes out to you and to those who want to judge...be careful because bad things can happen to us all...remember that! To the family....may God be with you all!!! With love "Tatina"!
Posted by: HEATHER Location: HOLLAND on Oct 15, 2008 at 02:43 PM
THESE PEOPLE ARE NO GOOD FOR LEAVING THERE CHILD WITH THERE 18 YR SON..WHAT KIND OF PARENTS ARE THEM(TRASH)..WHAT DO YA EXPECT
Posted by: taxpayer Location: waco on Oct 15, 2008 at 01:33 PM
Well, from reading all these comments, it seems like most everyone is either praying or critizing or both. How cynical is that!! Come on people, get a life!!!
Posted by: S Location: Texas on Oct 15, 2008 at 11:25 AM
I send my prayers to the little boy and his family!!! Hopefully he will make a smooth and quick recovery!!
Posted by: M on Oct 15, 2008 at 10:35 AM
First of all 19 can still be considered a teenager, which means he doesn't have to still be in school. second of all, shouldn't you all just be thankful that the "teenager" found the child and acted in a responsible manner, calling for help and performing cpr. stop being so negative and instead use your energy for prayers for the child and his family!!
Posted by: kristene Location: css on Oct 15, 2008 at 10:15 AM
all that matters is that this little boy recovers nothing else does don't be so quick to judge!!! GOD BE WITH HIM
Posted by: Becki Location: Gatesville on Oct 15, 2008 at 08:53 AM
Tragedy can strike at the blink of an eye. My heart goes out to these people. Toddlers are so quick, even while you are watching them they can get into things faster than you can get to them.
Posted by: Anonymous Location: Temple on Oct 15, 2008 at 08:50 AM
I also know the parents on a working/personal level. The accident did not happen in the family's home. So for all of you hypocritics, get over yourself and then just ask yourself what would you do if you were in the horrible situation. You just don't know until it happens!!1 Don't be judgemental have some compassion for Goodness sake!!!!!!
Posted by: GBARCB Location: Temple on Oct 15, 2008 at 07:14 AM
the child was with a babysitter
Posted by: mike Location: elm mott on Oct 15, 2008 at 04:33 AM
Jesus, help this child! I would hate to be the parents standing before the Lord to give an accounting of themselves.
Posted by: Re Location: Waco on Oct 15, 2008 at 01:21 AM
My thoughts and prayers are with this family. Just a note: Not all parents are perfect. We make mistakes, no matter how big or small, they are made. Don't judge this situation, because you never know when you'll be in one similar. And then how would you feel? People making comments about you and not knowing the whole story? That wouldn't make you feel good, so stop. Pray for this family.
Posted by: steven Location: belton on Oct 14, 2008 at 10:56 PM
For everyone that is wondering where the parents were: To provide a better live for kids, many homes have both parents working just to get from day to day! You people must be lucky and not have that problem. I say pray for them. God watch over the family, the toddler, and the older brother who has to be going through hell right now. PRAY FOR THEM, PRAY!!!!!
Posted by: corky Location: belton on Oct 14, 2008 at 10:55 PM
Plz help Junior by simply asking Christ to give Junior his love and the baby's family courage and strenth to help each other through this crisis!
Posted by: Samuel Location: Belton on Oct 14, 2008 at 10:46 PM
How would you feel if this happened to you? What would you do? What would you say? What if you were taking care of something and one of your babies got out of your site and fell in a pool or bucket of mop water and your chid drowned? What would you do? Would you say to your self (Where were the parants?)All of you people out there with kids need to take a step back and think what would you do, and all you people without kids think what if it was one of your family members in stead of judging people. Think about what you say before you say some thing. All of you out there that think you would be there you cant be there all the time. Just remember that. Never think or say "this won't happen to me", because it can, in a blink of an eye. Also, to the people that don't have kids when you have kids then you will know what I'm talking about......
Posted by: Ossie Location: Holland on Oct 14, 2008 at 09:48 PM
Our baby is not gone. He is alive. His name is Junior. Please pray for him. We always love and protect our babies. This was just an aweful accident.
Posted by: amongus Location: killeen on Oct 14, 2008 at 09:48 PM
First of all he wasnt a teenager he is 21 years old. why do people and even the news twist stories to make it sound so awful. pray for these good people and stop twisting stories..
Posted by: Ossie Location: Holland on Oct 14, 2008 at 09:32 PM
Parents were at work. The teen is 18 year old brother,graduated. This was a horrible accident. Please don't judge...PRAY please.
Posted by: Anonymous on Oct 14, 2008 at 07:37 PM
everytime there is a story about a child getting hurt or getting in trouble, there are post after post after post of people asking "WHERE WERE THE PARENTS"?????? Do you people expect them to come on here to answer you? Give me a break. Is that the only thing you can ever come up with? How nauseating.
Posted by: Kristan Location: Dallas on Oct 14, 2008 at 06:58 PM
To Kate in Temple: Frankly, the parents should be lucky that the kid even checked the pool. Who cares if he should have been at school or not, he saved the toddler's life. Also, it could have been before he went to school. Parents need to know where their kids are, no matter how mature or old they are, ESPECIALLY toddlers.
Posted by: Terri Location: Temple on Oct 14, 2008 at 04:54 PM
I have had the opportunity to pray with this family and would request that you all do the same. Junior's future is in the hands of our Creator and his family is suffering immeasurable pain. Bottom line is, this is where we are at this moment in time, and each one of us make decisions daily that could affect the health and well being of others especially children. Nary a one of us is immune to tragedy. The family will suffer a lifetime of finger pointing and 'what if's' but to no avail, what is done is done. This precious family needs our prayers and support, not our judgement. Please join me in prayer for them.
Posted by: Anon Location: Waco on Oct 14, 2008 at 04:42 PM
The question is where were the parents? Why was a teenage boy at home on a Tue morning and not at school? There are a lot of unanswered questions. My prayers are with this family in this tragic time. I hope this little boy is unharmed by this. Accidents can happen in a second, even with an adult standing right there. You can never be too careful.
Posted by: nj on Oct 14, 2008 at 04:41 PM
This families address should not be on here, Holland is a small town with alot of big mouths and this family has enough to deal with, without everyone being in there business and driving by there house.
Posted by: ??? on Oct 14, 2008 at 04:35 PM
This not the time to judge, like stated before this can happen in a split second this family has lost a member of there family and we need to keep them in our thoughts and prayers.
Posted by: Lacie Location: Belton on Oct 14, 2008 at 03:47 PM
Just wanted to say that our lives can change in the blink of an eye. So be thankful for every moment you have and live it to the fullest. Please don't be quick to judge other because we will all be judged one day. Instead pray earnestly for the families involved that God's will be done and that He will grant them perfect peace. God is Good and life is short, so spread love instead of hate.
Posted by: Sn Location: Bryan on Oct 14, 2008 at 02:46 PM
This is tragic. You have to watch children all the time. Things like this can happen in seconds. God please restore this child to health, let him/her live a long happy life! God bless this child and parents. Im sure they are going thru hell right now.
Posted by: kate Location: temple on Oct 14, 2008 at 01:29 PM
Where were the parents? Why wasn't there a fence around the pool? Was a teenager at home instead of in school? Too many questions to be answered so that this tragedy doesn't happen to another family.
Posted by: Joh Location: Waco on Oct 14, 2008 at 01:26 PM
Oh my God! I just don't get, another child if not in a car a swimming pool, God help us to understand, prayers for the family
Posted by: Me Location: Here on Oct 14, 2008 at 01:12 PM
Parents???
Posted by: mom Location: central tx on Oct 14, 2008 at 12:36 PM
Where were the parents of this innocent child? My prayers go out to the family.
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