“We can never turn back the pages of time, though we may wish to relive a happy moment, or say goodbye just one last time, we never can, because the sands of time continue to fall, and we can’t turn the hourglass over.”
“Some of us think holding on makes us strong, but sometimes it is letting go.”
~Herman Hesse
You Are Stronger Than You Think
"You are stronger than you think, remember to stand tall.
Every challenge in your life helps you to grow.
Every problem you encounter strengthens your mind and your soul.
Every trouble you overcome increases your understanding of life.
When all your troubles weigh heavily on your shoulders, remember that beneath the burden you can stand tall, because you are never given more than you can handle... and you are stronger than you think."
James, your light shines on through our three children. They are my greatest treasure. Thank you so much for everything!
Had James been alive, he would have turned 45 today. We may have moved on but we have not forgotten. He will always be in our hearts. And we will forever be grateful for all the memories he left behind.
James would have turned 44 today. My kids lit a candle and offered their prayers for him early this morning. It's good to know that after 4 years, they still remember his birthday. It's also good to know that I sense no pain in them anymore. Maybe they still miss him but this tragedy has not derailed their lives. As I said before, there are no longer "what if's" and "what-would-have-been". My children are moving towards the future and have not looked back for a long time. We talk of "tomorrow" now and it warms my heart to know that they are looking forward to all the challenges and changes ahead of us.
Also on this day 8 years ago, thousands of people lost their lives in several acts of senseless violence in the US. These people left behind thousands of grieving families and friends who, to this day, couldn't make sense of what really happened that day.
Let us all join in prayer as we remember James on his birthday and all the victims of terrorism around the world, particularly those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. May they all rest in peace!
It's been a year daddy, I really really miss you. Mommy says you're safe now, in a beautiful place called heaven.
We had your favorite dinner tonight I ate it all up... ... Even though I don't like carrots
I learned how to swim this summer I can even open my eyes when I'm under water
Can't you see me?
I started Kindergarten this year I carry around a picture of us in my Blue's Clues Lunch Box
You are the greatest Daddy I can swing on the swing by myself ... Even though I miss you pushing me
Can't you see me?
I miss how you used to tickle me Tickle my belly My belly hurts
I try not to cry Mommy says it's okay I know you don't like it when I cry
Never wanted me to be sad I try daddy but it hurts
Is it true you're not coming home Maybe some day I can visit you in Heaven okay?
It's time for me to go to bed now I sleep with the light on. Just in case you come home, and kiss me good-night.
On January 25, 2005, I lost my husband. Welcome to my random thoughts about losing James and finding myself again. For in this journey called Life, "there is no such thing as a negative experience... only opportunities to grow."
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"Count your blessings. Once you realize how valuable you are and how much you have going for you, the smiles will return, the sun will break out, the music will play, and you will finally be able to move forward to the life that God intended for you with grace, strength, courage and confidence." ~ Og Mandino
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"For I know the
plans I have for
you," declares
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and not to harm
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