A little over a year ago, I learned about an amazing local organization called "Sweet Grace Ministries". It was July 2012 and we were consumed with grief, as we just said "see ya later" to our little angel, Quin. I remember coming home from her memorial service to find a beautiful basket of goodies & a note sitting on our doorstep. It was horrible timing, yet perfect timing all at once. The basket, which now holds all of Quin's belongings, was stuffed full with books, journals, a candle, grief resources and a giant teddy bear. Paisley quickly claimed the bear as hers, and the other girls quickly took a few things as well. It was an amazing gift, but bigger than that...it was comforting to know that someone, who knew my pain, wanted more than anything for me to eventually pick up the pieces and be able to carry-on.
I came across the following article today, not written by anyone at Sweet Grace Ministries, but shared on their Facebook page. I don't always read or forward these types of articles, but this one caught my attention. It truly captured my heart, to the point I had to pass it on. So much of it really spoke ideas I've been trying to get out for months, and have felt I have failed at.
If you click on this link...it should take you directly to the article: How to talk to a parent who has lost a child.
I'm not sharing this article as an attempt to condemn or even add guilt to those outside my grief. I know, until I (we..my family) experienced Todd's death, I know the thought of losing a child never crossed our minds. So, I too, am guilty of misunderstanding. Child/Infant loss just isn't discussed...EVER!
So, please...I beg of you, read the article. Pass it on.
I came across the following article today, not written by anyone at Sweet Grace Ministries, but shared on their Facebook page. I don't always read or forward these types of articles, but this one caught my attention. It truly captured my heart, to the point I had to pass it on. So much of it really spoke ideas I've been trying to get out for months, and have felt I have failed at.
If you click on this link...it should take you directly to the article: How to talk to a parent who has lost a child.
I'm not sharing this article as an attempt to condemn or even add guilt to those outside my grief. I know, until I (we..my family) experienced Todd's death, I know the thought of losing a child never crossed our minds. So, I too, am guilty of misunderstanding. Child/Infant loss just isn't discussed...EVER!
So, please...I beg of you, read the article. Pass it on.