If you have a moment, we would love for you to see a few other pictures that Elizabeth Smith has posted on her blog. Go to www.ebsphotography.com and click on 'view blog'.
Things are peaceful here at Claire & Jeff's. I actually slept here last night, as I couldn't bear to be in my house alone again, and I am so glad I did. Jeff is making pancakes now (or as Lydie calls them cacakes) and it just feels right here. Doug and my boys arrive home this afternoon, and I will be so, so happy to have them home.
Yesterday, when we went to sign the paperwork at the funeral home, Claire chose to stay in the car... she had given birth about 20 hours prior, and was still in her pajamas. So, Jeff and I went in and met with a wonderful woman, and wrapped everything up. At the end she said... "is the mother here? I need her to sign some of these legal papers" I said "actually, she is in the car..." thinking I would get a strange reaction from her. But, she didn't even bat an eye... she said "OK then, let's go!" and the three of us marched out to the car with the paperwork and a clipboard so that Claire could sign. What a blessing for us, that she was so accomodating, and somehow managed to act like it was the most normal thing in the world. Afterwards, Claire shared with us that she now knows what it is like, as a dog, to be left in a hot car! We all had a good laugh from the whole experience.
There is still a lot of grieving going on, but we are having more moments of thankfulness, awareness of our blessings, and joy for the everlasting peace Baby Mac is having in Heaven. As we have all said many times, he is the lucky one... he got his reward, and we are the ones left behind with our sadness. The missing of him is intense and the only 'silver lining' is the beautiful pictures that Elizabeth took, which truly captured the memories for us.
Thank you all for your calls, emails. comments here on the blog, cards, flowers, donations, and meals. We are so touched by everything you all have done, and continue to be humbled by the love and support you have shown us.
love kathie
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You will contine to be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Chris, Christy, Caroline, and Zack Betz
You are blessed to have each other as God guides you through this time filled with so many emotions. My prayers are with all of you as you move forward with your new memories.
Thinking of you and praying for all of you during this difficult time.
Love,
The Wood Family
Gil, Nicol, Will and Nicholas
we pray for you guys all the time!! we would love to bring you a meal! kathie, let us know if or when we can! thanks! my email is kelly.clements@buckheadchurch.org
love you all so much!
kelly
I read Elizabeth's blog and read her touching post - we are praying for you during this challenging time.
The Dyars
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