Friday, March 6, 2015

Was That You, Olivia?

The grief counselor suggested keeping a list of things I'm grateful for. This is my list:

10/2 Daddy came to the 16 week appointment after all

10/3 The Swarovski crystal Olivia Collection Charm

10/5 The violet adorned keepsake box at the hospital

10/5 "Sleep Baby Safe and Snug" was the book Dr. L found at the hospital

10/25 The shooting star

10/30 The frame I chose for your pictures ended up being only 1/4 inch shorter than you. I like being able to look at it and know how big you were.

10/30 Daddy’s co-worker who has had a similar loss suggested we get together on 
November 6, my first day back to work, without knowing the significance of the day for me--great support that day!

11/23 The weather was wonderful for your memorial ceremony.

11/23 The balloons came with three stars as anchors--one for each of my girls to keep.

12/2 I had the courage to approach another mom at my support group who has a very similar story to mine.  It's unbelievable how much we have in common and can relate!

12/12 My Heart to Hold pillow arrived today. It is two shades of purple without them knowing about the violet being your symbol.

12/21 I learned today from my grief counselor that her research about your symbol, the violet, makes her think that it was no accident that we chose that flower. So much meaning!

2/15 after nearly two months of no flowers, The violet is budding

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