To those who say not to let my grief define me, I say, "Why not?" Our everyday experiences shape who we are. So why not the extraordinary ones that rip our hearts open? A heart that knows mourning is Continue Reading »
The 5th Belongs to Calvin: International Bereaved Mothers Day – I choose to live and to honor you
This month, the 5th is special for several reasons: this is Calvin's 50th month in heaven (that actually makes me want to cry, knowing how long it's been since I've held him), it is International Continue Reading »
I choose to live and to honor you
I created this digital card in honor of my son Calvin's 50th month in heaven, for my fellow sisters in babyloss on International Bereaved Mothers Day, and for the 1 year anniversary of Still Standing Continue Reading »
Day 7: What to Say (Capture Your Grief)
Please just say... I don't know what to say: It's honest. It shows you know the significance of what happened and that there really are no adequate words. I am sorry: Simple and sincere goes a Continue Reading »
Day 6: What Not to Say (Capture Your Grief)
They're in a better place: as a parent, it's hard to accept that there is a better place for my child than with me, and even though I know being with God is the best place, it won't stop my Continue Reading »
The 5th Belongs to Calvin: Capturing Grief
Today, I want to share a photo-a-day project I'm participating in called "Capture Your Grief," which was created by Carly Marie, an amazing force in the babyloss community. It provides a way for Continue Reading »
Mothers Day Remembrance Cards
Mothers Day is a beautiful celebration, but it's also a time of heartache for those of us who have lost children, who have lost our mothers or grandmothers, or who are struggling with infertility. To Continue Reading »
“…you remember that they lived…”
I think this may end up being something I do often as a way to remember and honor my first son, Calvin Phoenix, who is 38 months in heaven today. I created the following card as a reminder to others Continue Reading »
