On Aug. 27, 2004, a tiny angel graced us with his presence. He came into this world as quickly as he left and he only ever knew love. My son Michael has given us a lot since his death that I'm sure most parents never expect from their child. He showed us first what parental love feels like, an emotion so strong that there are no words to describe it and the only way to experience it is to be a parent to another. Michael also showed us grief and what it really feels like to lose the thing you love most in the world. He taught us how precious life is and to cherish everyone and everything in it. Michael opened our eyes to a different side of life that I know we didn't really want to see, but through that we have met amazing people and learned more than I think we'd care to know about pregnancy.
By opening this new door in our hearts, Michael has allowed us to love each other more fully. I never thought that I could love my husband, Alex, more than I already did, but every time I look into his eyes, I fall more deeply in love because we have lived through this together. Michael's death also gave opportunity for new life and I know that he was there when his baby brother entered the world on Dec. 20. You see, we miss our little boy every day and we still cry often because he's not here, but we also know what a blessing his short stay was.
I hope you all take time out today to remember our beautiful angel, Michael Alexander, by loving each other a little bit more and taking time out for what is truly important.
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