On Friday, we said goodbye. James and I both had stuggled with the rapidity of everything that happened. To whit, many people referred to what had happened as 'the surgery'. Few would actually acknowledge that a life had been lost. So yesterday, we remembered. A beautiful painted rock done by a friend, placed high in the mountains of Shady Valley. We know the hidden spot and can return to it if we ever feel the need. A resting place, if not for the body, but for the grief and emotions that have circled since the little one's death. We cried, and prayed, and hoped. And we trusted.
September 13, 2008
Joy
Momma to five wonderful kids, married to my Beloved of nine years, pursuing the quiet life, intertwining art, literature, and love.
Praying for you both.
Posted by: Tressa | September 13, 2008 at 03:43 PM
What a peaceful place.
God Bless you both through this time.
Posted by: Suzy | September 14, 2008 at 06:27 PM
*tears*
Posted by: TulipGirl | September 14, 2008 at 06:46 PM
Joy, you and James are in my prayers. I am so glad that you made this special, peaceful place. It is lovely.
Posted by: thatmom | September 14, 2008 at 09:52 PM
What a beautifully precious way to remember.
Posted by: Rebekah | September 15, 2008 at 03:43 PM
I hate goodbyes...
...I'm looking forward to the greetings in Heaven, though.
Posted by: Alisa | September 15, 2008 at 06:11 PM