It's been over 2 months since you went to Heaven...and Daddy and I miss you more than ever!! We miss your cute little face, your tiny nose, your itty bitty fingers and toes...we miss everything about you!
We drive by the parks and see lots of little boys playing on the swings and slides with their moms and dads...knowing we will not get to play with you. We see them running and playing tag...knowing we won't get to chase you around. We see families riding bicycles on the bike paths with children in tow (either on bikes or in trailers)...knowing we won't take you on a bike ride. We go shopping and see all of the cute, little outfits for boys...knowing we won't get to see you wear them. There are so many things (even little things) that we won't get to experience with you that people take for granted.
Ollie, we know that you are in Heaven...we know you are in the best place with the best babysitter, Jesus...and we know that you have lots of people to play with, like all of Momma's grandparents, Daddy's grandpas and grandma, along with other babies (Tressel, Aidan, Everett, Audrey, Colby, Emma, Elliana, Kendall, and many, many others). But that all of that still doesn't make it easy for us...just makes us breathe a little easier, cry a little less, and have comfort and peace knowing that we will see you again someday.
We designed and ordered your headstone. Now we just wait...until then, there is a temporary marker so we can find your grave easily. We put flowers on your grave for Memorial day...which happened to be your 2 month Heaven birthday. It may be weird, but I find comfort when we visit your grave. It's peaceful there.
On Thursday, we finally planted the Magnolia tree that our small group from church gave us in memory of you. Grandpa Sherman helped Daddy dig the hole and plant it properly. (I'm sure you know how Grandpa is about yard work/gardening...he loves it!)
Oh, our little Junebug...God is still using you. To change people's lives. To start relationships with people. To grow His kingdom. What you have done and are continuing to do is amazing!
We think about you constantly! We oogle at the pictures of you! We love you so much, baby!
Love,
Momma and Daddy
(I will blog later more details about the Magnolia tree...we took lots of pictures of the process!)
Well Allyson, you were right. Glad I kept the tissue box close! Knowing whole heartedly the pain watching all those other little boys bring. Hugs to you both!
ReplyDeleteOllie,
ReplyDeleteYour parents rock...but you already know that. Your uncle Tony and I miss you a lot too. We talk about you a ton with your cousins Abby, Laney, and Hayleigh. Your mama gave me a sweet Mother's Day present. It was a photo album filled with pictures of you! I show you off all the time!
We miss you bunches, Bug. Talk to the Big Guy about sending some peace to your mama and daddy, ok. Send a little hug down for them today.
We love and miss you terribly.
Love,
Aunt Rett