We can't wait for the headstone to arrive at the end of the month. Thank you friends and family for showing your love with the beautiful flowers. We were surprised how many were out there. We love you all!
I thought about you again this weekend. I have no clue of how this memorial day was for you. I began to cry when I saw an old man at Smith Park, all hunched over and wrinkly, looking at the memorials and all the names of those that fought for our country. Then I started to think about all those loved ones that were so courageous and did so much for us and our lives. Although your lil' monkey didn't serve in the army, I can't but help about what she did and meant to you and Pat. Look at the impact she has had on your lives and how she has changed you for the better. I know that you shed tears for her absence and you ache inside because she isn't around, but I even appreciate what she makes me remember when I see a picture of her or when you talk about her. She makes me remember how precious children are. She makes me remember that moments are supposed to be cherished and that many things in life really aren't a big deal. "No BIG DEAL" is a phrase I've been starting to say. I let Wyatt make a mess of the Q-tips in my bathroom and I let him get all doused in my make-up, I let him squirt water in my face with his bath toys etc. I soaked up that moment and laughed with him. In my head, as I looked at the mess afterwards, I just smiled and said, "No big deal," as I started cleaning things up. I don't share this with you to bring pain to your heart, but I share this with you to thank you. I regret to say that if it weren't for your daughter and her passing and all the lessons and feelings I have felt, I think I wouldn't have enjoyed that moment with my son like I did. Instead, I probably would have hid the Q-tips and said,"Wyatt, no-no. We don't play with these." You and your daughter have made me realize that many things are "Not a big deal". Sidd, you both have helped me be a better mother. I thank you for that, no matter how hard that may be for you to hear it. Love, Andy
How sweet to have so many flowers and loved ones! We are thinking of you guys today and we too hope we move closer by family...
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful flowers for a beautiful little girl
ReplyDeleteA truly humbling sight
ReplyDeleteI thought about you and your family today. How wonderful to see all the love for little Preslee!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful sight - so much love for a sweet little girl. Many prayers for all of you today.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful sight! It brought tears to my eyes.
ReplyDeletethese last couple of days you and your husband have been in our thoughts and prayers. Love ya
ReplyDeleteWe sure miss that girl... We thought a lot about your little family yesterday. Love you guys.
ReplyDeleteI thought about you again this weekend. I have no clue of how this memorial day was for you. I began to cry when I saw an old man at Smith Park, all hunched over and wrinkly, looking at the memorials and all the names of those that fought for our country. Then I started to think about all those loved ones that were so courageous and did so much for us and our lives. Although your lil' monkey didn't serve in the army, I can't but help about what she did and meant to you and Pat. Look at the impact she has had on your lives and how she has changed you for the better. I know that you shed tears for her absence and you ache inside because she isn't around, but I even appreciate what she makes me remember when I see a picture of her or when you talk about her. She makes me remember how precious children are. She makes me remember that moments are supposed to be cherished and that many things in life really aren't a big deal. "No BIG DEAL" is a phrase I've been starting to say. I let Wyatt make a mess of the Q-tips in my bathroom and I let him get all doused in my make-up, I let him squirt water in my face with his bath toys etc. I soaked up that moment and laughed with him. In my head, as I looked at the mess afterwards, I just smiled and said, "No big deal," as I started cleaning things up.
ReplyDeleteI don't share this with you to bring pain to your heart, but I share this with you to thank you. I regret to say that if it weren't for your daughter and her passing and all the lessons and feelings I have felt, I think I wouldn't have enjoyed that moment with my son like I did. Instead, I probably would have hid the Q-tips and said,"Wyatt, no-no. We don't play with these." You and your daughter have made me realize that many things are "Not a big deal". Sidd, you both have helped me be a better mother. I thank you for that, no matter how hard that may be for you to hear it.
Love, Andy
It arrives this month? YEAH! Can't wait to see it! What beautiful flowers!
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