My daughter, Naomi died six months ago on December 7th. She would have been seven on February 6th. My wife and I scattered her ashes in the Pacific that day.
I have begun to forget what her voice sounded like. The children don’t talk about her as much and we had a Wal-Mart portrait taken with just four kids.
But I still hear her laugh in her younger brother. And I know I’ll see her again someday on the other side.
Although life is still tough, (I’m not working full time yet), were excitedly awaiting the arrival of our 6th child next month.
Our family is doing well thanks to all the support. Looking back to the anguished days following her death, I still remember the outpouring of love from the SDMB.
I’ve said it before, you all are the best.
Roadwalker.
{{{Roadwalker}}}}
I didn’t get to offer my condolences at the time, so I hope you’ll accept them now. That space where she used to be, and sort of still is, is hard to deal with, I went through the same sort of thing when my father died. Just talking to my grandfather, and hearing a voice nearly identical to my father’s could rip me apart and then blessedly put me back together again. All I can say is that it’s gotten better for me and I hope it will continue to improve for you as well.
Congratulations on the new baby, too!
{{{Roadwalker}}}
Wishing you and your family continued hope and strength in your days ahead.
Congratulations on your new baby!
(((Roadwalker and family)))
I pray for continued comfort and strength in your lives, and for joy and blessings in abundance with the new baby.
Go hug those four kids in that picture. Take them into the yard with a frisbee, & play catch. Break out the garden hose & the water pistols, & have a water-fight, like you were as much a child as they are.
It will help.
Love to you all, Roadwalker family. I’m thinking of you.
Best,
karol
Best wishes and all the strength and comfort I can offer… which, sadly, doesn’t feel like much across a message board to someone I don’t really know. But I’m sending it anyway. Be well.
I remember. I’m sorry for your loss. It sounds like you understand moving ahead. Number six incoming. Carry on, pal.
Roadwalker, I’m glad to hear your family is doing well. I hope that Naomi sends some of her spirit in your new child. Prayers for your continued strength and healing.