The Cord

The Cord

We are connected,

My child and I, by

An Invisible cord

Not seen by the eye.

It's not like the cord

That connects us 'til birth.

This cord can't be seen

By any on Earth.

This cord does its work

Right from the start.

It binds us together

Attached to my heart.

I know that it's there,

Though no one can see.

The invisible cord

From my child to me.

The strength of this cord

Is hard to describe.

It can't be destroyed,

It can't be denied.

It's stronger than any cord

Man could create.

It withstands the test,

Can hold any weight.

And though you are gone,

Though you're not here with me,

The cord is still there
But no one can see.

It pulls at my heart.

I am bruised, I am sore.

But this cord is my lifeline

As never before.

I am thankful that God

Connects us this way.

A mother and child

Death can't take it away!

~Author Unknown

Just Those Few Weeks

Just Those Few Weeks

For just those few weeks~

I had you to myself.

And that seems too short a time

To be changed so profoundly.

In those few weeks~

I came to know you...

And to love you.

You came to trust me with your life.

Oh, what a life I had planned for you!

Just those few weeks~

When I lost you,

I lost a lifetime of hopes, plans, dreams and aspirations...

A slice of my future simply vanished overnight.

Just those few weeks~

It wasn't enough to convince others

How special and important you were.

How odd, a truly unique person has recently died.

And no one is mourning the passing.

Just a mere few weeks~

And no "normal" person would cry all night

Over a tiny, unfinished baby.

Or get depressed and witrhdraw day after endless day.

No one would, so why am I?

You were just those few weeks my little one.

You darted in and out of my life too quickly,

But it seems that's all the time you needed

To make my life so much richer~

And give me a small glimpse of eternity.

~Susan Erlin

Jesus Has a Rocking Chair

Jesus Has a Rocking Chair

Many hopeful moms and dads try to have a child of their own.
Some never get the chance, others do and see them grow.
Then there are those who are expecting that precious baby soon,
But then it's gone before it ever leaves the safety of its' Mama's womb.

Jesus has a rocking chair.
And He holds that precious baby with oh such tender care.
He takes the place of Mom and Dad.
He's the greatest parent a child could have.
Don't worry about the children there.
Jesus has a rocking chair.

There are those who have a boy or girl, the lovely gift of God,
But sickness or a tragedy takes them from their parents arms.
Mama's wish for days gone by, Daddy's long for that lost child.
But children are not lost when you know where they are.

She was 18 and unmarried, expecting her little one.
And in her time of confusion, she took the life of her son.
Since then Jesus forgave her, and He took all her shame away,
But still she cries missing her baby, but she hears the angels say...

Jesus has a rocking chair,
And He holds that precious baby with oh such tender care.
He takes the place of Mom and Dad.
He's the greatest parent a child could have.
Don't worry about the children there.
Jesus has a rocking chair.
~The Greenes

Amazing Grace

I came across this quote in the May 2009-August 2009 Forget~Me~Not Newsletter and I wanted to share it.

"I've learned that unbelievably awful things can and do happen. In truth, they are not such rare, isolated events. Each of us has a story that would break someones heart. Despite the grief and the unfairness of it all, we keep going. There are chores to be done. There are people who still need our care. There is a life to be led.

I've realized that, regardless of the heartache, we may choose the moments in which we live.

I've learned that love creates a tremendous capacity for grace. And perhaps it is that grace that keeps us moving forward."
~Author Unknown

I find comfort in this quote because it's so true. Terrible things happen, but somehow we have to find the strength to keep going. My strength comes from my faith in the Lord and the support of my WONDERFUL husband. I know that EVERYTHING, good and bad, happens for a reason and that God has a plan for my life. The Lord will fulfil his purpose for me. ~ Psalm 138:8 He has already blessed me with amazing opportunities that I wouldn't have gotten, had I not endured what I have. I have made some new, WONDERFUL friends who are AMAZING, STRONG women. I know God has chosen this path for me for a reason. I want to help other people in any way that I can. I will forever be grateful to the people who helped me during the most difficult time in my life. I will never stop sharing my story. If it touches one person, it was worth sharing. Not a day goes by that I don't think about my little angel. My baby is just as much a part of my life in Heaven as he/she would be on Earth. I am not dwelling on what could have been. I am rejoicing in the gift that God gave my husband and I. Though it was only for a little while, my life has been changed in a big way. I have learned so much in my journey through grief and healing. And it is through God's love and amazing grace that I am able to keep moving forward.

We also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance , character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us. ~Romans 5:3-5

We Were Gonna Have A Baby, But We Had An Angel Instead

Today is my due date. I should be going to Sister's Hospital to deliver our beautiful baby, but God had other plans for us. We think about our angel baby everyday.

Our little Angel,
I can't believe it's been 9 months since we got the heartbreaking news. From the moment I knew I was pregnant, I loved you with all of my heart. I lost a part of me when I lost you and I will never be the same. You have touched my life in more ways than you will ever know. Not a day goes by that your Daddy & I don't think about you and all the plans we had for you. Though Our arms are empty, Our hearts are full of love. You will always be remembered and forever loved.

Love Always,
Mommy & Daddy


"Daddy please don't look so sad. Mommy please don't cry.

Cause I'm in the arms of Jesus and he sings me lullabies.

Please try not to question God, don't think He is unkind.

Don't think He sent me to you and then changed His mind.

You see, I'm a special Child. I am needed up above.

I'm the special gift you gave Him, a product of your love.

I'll always be there with you, so watch the sky at night.

Look for the brightest star and know that's my halo's brilliant light.

You'll see me in the morning frost that mists your window pane.

That's me in the summer showers, dancing in the rain.

When you feel a gentle breeze from a gentle wind that blows,

Know that it's me planting a kiss upon your nose.

When you see a child playing and your heart feels a tug,

Don't be sad Mommy, that's just me giving your heart a hug.

So Daddy don't look so sad and Mommy please don't cry.

I'm in the arms of Jesus and he sings me lullabies!"

~Author Unknown

What Makes A Mother

What Makes A Mother

I thought of you and closed my eyes

And prayed to God today.

I asked, "What makes a Mother?"

And I know I heard Him say,

A Mother has a baby.

This we know is true,

But God, can you be a mother

When your baby's not with you?

Yes, you can, He replied,

With confidence in His voice.

I give many women babies,

When they leave is not their choice.

Some I send for a lifetime

And others for the day.

And some I send to feel your womb

But there's no need to stay.

I just don't understand this God,

I want my baby here.

He took a breath and cleared His throat

And then I saw the tear.

I wish I could show you

What your child is doing today.

If you could see your child smile

With other children and say,

We go to Earth to learn our lessons,

Of love and life and fear,

My Mommy loved me oh so much,

I got to come straight here!

I feel so lucky to have a Mom

Who had so much love for me.

I learned my lessons very quickly,

My Mommy set me free.

I miss my Mommy oh so much,

But I visit her each day.

When she goes to sleep,

On her pillow is where I lay.

I stroke her hair and kiss her cheek

And whisper in her ear,

Mommy, don't be sad today

I'm your baby and I am here.

So you see, my dear sweet ones,

Your children are okay.

Your babies are here in My home

And this is where they'll stay.

They'll wait for you with Me,

Until your lessons there are through.

And on the day that you come home,

They'll be at the gates waiting for you.

So now you see what makes a Mother~

It's the feeling in your heart.

It's the love you had so much of,

Right from the very start.

Though some on Earth may not realize you are a Mother

until their time is done,

They'll be up here with me one day

And know you are the best one.

~Author Unknown