It is a miracle that little boy survived, and it is awful that his mother did not, God has his own plans for all of us, we should never take life for granted, every day is a gift.

Cherie, Webster, USA, Ma

poor kid.... just think..... his mother is dead, he has lost everything. But there is a miracle.... HE LIVED! it is sad! It is terrible that he will never have a mom! But he lived! Is this a miracle or not? God was watching over him. I like what one of the first people said. I'm going 2 add on 2 that....... he is the younger 1! he has a whole live ahead of him!

Amber Fulford, Charlotte, North Carolina

If she died knowing her family would take good care of her baby then that is a good though, because even if her family wouldn't there are millions of others who would. My first thought before reading about the grandmother was that I would actually adopt that child. I am glad he is in good hands.

MD, Chicago, IL

I agree with Mandy and Tina 100%!! God is and will always be in control! AMEN!!

Sherry, Winchester, KY

how come you can witness an absolute miracle and still complain that it wasnt good enough? if God spared my child and took me instead, i can tell you i would die extremly grateful... but if i lived and my child had died, then i may as well be dead because my heart would die. i think she would have chose to die to allow her baby to live. and if you have seen his loving family, im sure she knew in her heart that her child would be well taken care of by her family.

mandy, Carthage, U.S. tennessee

I believe that God used this baby to show that there is still hope in the mist of the storm. Although his mother has passed away. God didn't need this little one in heaven yet and although it was a horrible tragedy to lose his mother, it would have been an even greater tragedy to lose his life also. GOd is still in control. My prayers are with the family as they mourn the loss of their daughter, and celbrate the miracle of their grandson..

Tina, Hesperia,

Erm,... his mother died as a result of the same tornado didn't she? where's the miracle in that?

Derrick, MK, UK/Bucks

This child certainly is lucky to be alive after that ordeal, but it's very sad that his mother didn't receive the same "miracle". My condolences to the family as they continue picking up the pieces in the months ahead.

Jon, Indianapolis, USA

"Ms Stowell’s father, Doug, said: “It’s a miracle they ain’t both gone. We’ve had some divine intervention.”"

So his daughter is dead, and his grandson is thrown 100 metres by a tornado and will grow up without a mother, and yet somehow he thinks that his god has helped?

Thank god for atheism!

Carl, Aylesbury, UK

Is there a trust fund set up for Kyson Stowell? That poor boy no longer has his mother. I would like to help him.

jody, Glen, IL

hi, i would like to donate somethings i also have baby clothing and blankets. please email with n address god bless yous

Donna Bucher, Schaefferstown , PA

Thanks for your answers, I wasn't sure for the reason, I know the Japanese used to built their houses from wood and paper to prevent being buried under heavy rubble by an earthquake and I guess wooden buildings may be easier to repair if damaged rather than those made of bricks, especially if the chances of it happening are quite high.

Dave, Lancashire, UK

Jan, thank you for your desire to help the tornado victims in Tennessee. This is the information I have received, which I'm sure is just one of many places that will be offering assistance.

The following is a list of items that are currently needed at the Lafayette Church of Christ:

First Aid Kits
Underwear; men's, women's and children's all sizes.
Tarps
Blow-up mattresses
Kitchen utensils can openers, plates, forks, knives, spoons
Towels wash clothes
Adult diapers
Leather work gloves
Children's shoes

If you can donate any of these items, please drop them off at the Fellowship Hall at the Lafayette Church of Christ located at 212 Church Street in Lafayette

Terri, Mt. Juliet, Tennessee

Hi, I would like to help with whatever the family might need if any one has and address where items such as clothing could be sent or a list of some immeditate needs for families that would be helpful.

Jan

Jan, Frederick, Maryland

Dave, in answer to your question (and not being snide), yes, most homes are build with wood. Upper middle-class on up are usually built all brick. However, having seen and survived the massive tornados in 1998, I helped dig and cut people out of brick homes too. A beautiful all brick church from the 1820's was cut in half; the alter still standing.

Kip Perkins, Nashville, USA/TN

Dave, the simple answer is cost. Wood frame homes are the least expensive to build. In many areas of the country, people cannot afford to build a brick home. Keep in mind, I'm not arguing that a brick home would save you from a tornado.

There might be some steel and concrete home design that could completely protect you from a tornado, BUT such a home would probably cost ten times as much per square foot.

Brian, Lockport, IL, USA

In reply to Dave, when a tornado comes at you, it does not matter if the building is made from wood, steel, concrete block or steel. The tornado is going to take what it wants. I have seen every type of building flattened by tornados. The only thing safe is an underground or partial underground concrete bunker type shelter.
I live in an area constantly in danger of hurricanes and threatened by occasional tornados. At least with hurricanes we have enough warning to get away. A tornado gives such little warning.
This little baby boy's face just breaks my heart. I hope he has a good extended family to take care of him.

Angie, Crystal River, FL

This poor boy is without a mother - where is the father? It's a miracle he's alive, but we shouldn't forget it's a tradgedy he has no mother.

louisa, winchester,

It's a miracle that this young boy survived and a tragedy that his mother didn't. But can any Americans reading answer a question that has puzzled me before, why are so many American homes, even those in regions plagued by severe weather systems made from wood? Is it just tradition or are there practical or economic reasons for this? Here in the UK where we tend not to suffer such severe weather, most houses are built from bricks, hope someone can help I am curious, thanks.

Dave, Lancashire, UK

"i touched every part of that baby's body"....
hmmm. ought to be careful no one mis construes your words there mate!

dexter, paris, France

The article doesn't mention the child's father.

Tom Lynch, Austin, Texas

Look at this poor baby's eyes. They look so old, like this little boy has been through so much in his short life...and he has. My heart goes out to him.

Torijewel, Anytown,