Today is one of the two days of the year that I dread seeing. Three years ago we said goodbye to our beautiful little boy. The anniversaries (today, his birthday) always bring the emotions flooding back just like it was yesterday. I figure we'll be going through a lot of tissues today. I am hoping I can at least go in his room and find some good memories that might bring a little smile as well.
I wasn't planning on stamping today, but perhaps I should dust off Crab & Company and make up some cards to drop off at Ronald McDonald House. If I do, I'll be sure to share them with you.
I think that buying the toy crabs and donating them in memory of your son is a great idea! What a wonderful way of remembering him.
ReplyDeleteHugs and prayers for you and your family, Rita!!!! I can't imagine the pain of losing a child. I'm so inspired by your strength and generous spirit!
ReplyDeleteOh little Eli! Buying and donating the crab toys is a wonderful way for him to live on in the hearts of other little ones! I would love to see the cards if you made them!
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of the crab toys and helping bring some joy to other children. What a wonderful way to honor your son Rita.
ReplyDeleteWhat a handsome little man Eli was. My heart aches for you, I cant imagine the pain of losing a child. You have a special angel out there for sure. Big hugs to you Rita((hugs))
Like Lauri I would love to see the cards if you make any :)
Oh Rita, your little guy was so sweet and I wish I could ease your pain. The loss of a child is so great. Sending you a giant hug and some strength to make it through today with happy thoughts and a smile for Eli! Thanks for sharing your sorrow.
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ReplyDeleteThe inner strength we find to go on when our hearts are breaking is so amazing, the courage to post that pain even more so. Such a sweet little one called to Gods arms so soon.
The donation of those toys will certainly keep Eli's spirit alive and hopefully make the stay in hospital for some little ones a little brighter.
Please post your cards when you've created them.
Kasey ~ in Oz
I love the way you are keeping Eli close in spirit and helping others! Some days we just have to embrace our grief so we can start fresh the next. May God bless you.
ReplyDeleteThinking of you, friend! What a wonderful way to honor your little guy's memory by donating to other children. Sending you a big Texas hug!
ReplyDeleteThinking of you today Rita. I do love that you're preserving Eli's memory by continuing to purchase and donate his favourite little toy to other children in need.
ReplyDeleteTake good care.
x
What a great way to always keep him with you and to share a bit of him with other children. --> Hugs coming your way.
ReplyDeleteYou're continuing to do a great job :)
ReplyDeleteI imagine Eli and Jeffrey (and a bunch of other very special angels) were busy today welcoming sweet little Tripp Roth (EB). What a party, as Tripp loved to bang his drum :)
Sending big hugs -
'Lucy'
Oh Rita, my heart breaks for you. You are so strong, my friend. What a wonderful way to honor Eli's memory. Big hugs for you...xoxo
ReplyDeleteSending you thoughts of love and peace tonight.
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts and prayers to you and your family Rita! I love what you are doing for the other children what a kind and generous gesture and may the spirit of your darling Eli shower you with strengh and courage now and always!
ReplyDeleteHope you were able to make it through the day peacefully. {Hugs}
ReplyDeleteMy heart goes out to you Rita as I know the pain of losing a child. What a wonderful thing you are doing by donating the crab toys. They will surely brighten the lives of so many other children and keep Eli's memory alive. God Bless You!
ReplyDeleteyou are in my thoughts and prayers Rita ~ God bless you! sincerely, Denise
ReplyDeleteRita: You are in my thoughts and prayers today - How difficult this day must be for you. I honestly can't even think that time will make this loss any less. Your new tradition of buying crib toys for those little ones at the hospital is one of those things that will help you and other heals as you try to move forward. Know that you are LOVED by an entire blogging world and as we all surround you with our love - hope that good energy comes to you today as you remember and reflect - know that you made little Eli's short life filled to the TOP with LOVE and sweet JOY!
ReplyDeleteThat little Eli had the sweetest face! You have honored his memory in so many wonderful ways. Thinking of you xoxo
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea to donate the toys in his memory.. The children in the hospital will love that. And you will be bringing joy to another child and a parent as well.
ReplyDeleteI spent a lot of time in the NICU with both of my children and it was always special to see donations from others and to know you are not alone when you are in there with your child. It can really be overwhelming.
What a cute little boy..I hope Your day had some smiles in it.
Hope your weekend passed without too much heartache. Wonderful photos of Eli and such a productive way of remembering him. x
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful idea of buying the crab toys and bring some joy to other little ones, it's a wonderful way to honour your son Rita. Hugs, Nina
ReplyDeleteMy thoughts and prayers to your and your family. Eli sure was lucky to have parents like you, I love the way you are keeping his spirit alive with the cute little crabs!
ReplyDeleteRita, you have taken something sad and turned it into something glad for many children. Praying for you!!! ♥
ReplyDeleteDear Rita.
ReplyDeleteWow, I don`t know what to say.. Your little Eli was so beautiful. I am sad for you that you had to go through this. But I was so touched to read how you donate those cute crab toys to other sick children. God bless your heart and emotions. That you will have the energy to feel them and give them a place in your life.
You`re in my prayers today. Hang in there.
Inky hugs from Calgary.
Pauline
Rita you amaze me with your strength. I know you don't see it that way but the power of your love speaks volumes. I am quite certain that your angel in heaven is singing with joy at the gift you are giving to these other little ones. Thank you for letting us share in your memories. Hugs.
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You have incredible strength. God Bless you. What an awesome thing to donate the crab toys. Hugs :)
ReplyDeleteWonderfull photos of youre precious baby boy so sorry he has gone and what strenght you are showing in donating the crab toys on his aniversary Luv Sue x
ReplyDeleteRita,
ReplyDeleteI have been keeping you in my thoughts quite often lately. You are doing a beautiful thing by keeping Eli's memory alive and by bringing joy to other children. You are strong beyond measure.
My heart is with you through this time.
I didn't see this...:(
ReplyDeleteYou amaze me with your strength but mostly with your tender heart. Hugs, my friend.
xo B.
Not sure how I missed this post but HUGS!!! The pictures are so cute and I think he looks a lot like his momma:-) Hugs, just hugs!
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