Yesterday would have been her 2nd birthday and I kept busy by working out in my yard, tidying things for the coming winter. Working out in nature eased my hurt soul and yet my mind kept wandering to her and what I could do to honor this sweet little girl who entered my life so briefly yet made such a huge impact in it. Her ability to beat the odds stacked against her each and every hour of her life - day after day - taught me that I can certainly overcome any hurdle in my path.
Our new paper pack Olivia seems to do Naomi justice at this time of year. It's swirled patterns with vines and leaves reminds me that life is an endless circle. Plants slow down and fade away to sleep under the snow until it is time for them to return once again in new forms. Although Naomi can never return in her physical form, her precious soul reappears daily to say "Hello Grammy, I'm never far away when you remember me."
That is gorgeous, and the poem captures what we all think of Naomi. Way to make me cry at work!!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE IT
ReplyDeleteMiranda provided the poem. The "bookplate" is a proof from this week's newspaper that I printed out from a copy she sent to me. The ad will be running this week. It was a tough one to make and I hope I did Miranda, Chino and Naomi proud.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure you did!! Can you get me a copy of the ad when it comes out please
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing this, it's beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThis is so heartbreakingly beautiful! I'm sure she knew how she was loved while she was here and is now smiling down on her family. Blessings.
ReplyDeleteMom it has taken me a few days to actually look at this beautiful layout you made to tribute the life of a beautiful little girl. I'm sure if Naomi was here she would want to sit right beside you in your craft room and learn how to do everything that you do. This is a wonderful page you have made Mom, Chino and I want to thank you so much for helping us keep our babies memory alive. Beautiful work!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful tribute. The poem is touching and reminds us we will see our loved ones again.
ReplyDeleteThought I'd share with you a song done by Mandisa - it's titled "You Wouldn't Cry" (Andrew's Song). I heard it at the Women of Faith Conference and it is beautiful. I'll email you the lyrics and a link privately.