We drove by the grave site on Saturday, the weather was wet and cold. When looking at the grave its uncomfortable knowing that a month to the day the babies were full of life and we both had such expectations for the both of them. At the hospital we discussed how we would spend as much time needed with the boys while they were growing in the hospital. How maybe if they were doing well, they would have the opportunity to come home early. We also talked about how Concetta was so excited to have not just one new baby brother, but two little babies to take care of for mommy. Not once did we even consider that the babies wouldn't come home to be loved and raised as our own.
In looking back through everything that has happened and how life has changed, we are beginning to see the times that we won't be able to have with Luke and Matthew. Yet we are blessed every minute to appreciate having Concetta and John and clearly understanding the priceless value of our children.
Chrissy and John
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I just 'found' you through Michelle and wanted to let you know that I'm so sorry for your loss. I can relate to many of your posts. 17 months ago we lost Samantha, who was 4 months old. She was a Trisomy 18 baby. It was the most difficult thing we've ever experienced, yet God's goodness and grace poured out to us was so real it was the best thing that happened at the same time. Blessings to your sweet family.
ReplyDeleteJohn & Chrissy,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for continuing to blog. Even though Paul and I are BLESSED to get visits from you regularly, it's great that you can extend your love, experience and journey with us and so many others through this site too. Your strength is so encouraging. Think of how many others - people you probably don't even know - can be encouraged by this site. Keep it up. :)
Much Love, Tess