tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3719166953467554528.post5271440459013402114..comments2024-02-06T04:06:10.089-06:00Comments on Dear Stevie...: It's off to work I go...Kristinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05292279414919447049noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3719166953467554528.post-52218588931951596692010-06-12T23:45:06.449-05:002010-06-12T23:45:06.449-05:00Going back to work was one of the hardest things I...Going back to work was one of the hardest things I had to do. I was so paranoid about people's pity looks and just going back. Then it turned out to be not so bad. I'm glad you have a supportive boss and the day wasn't too terrible. XOMaggiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13339073098081631983noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3719166953467554528.post-9236089964568174462010-06-09T20:46:15.134-05:002010-06-09T20:46:15.134-05:00I cannot stop thinking about this picture you took...I cannot stop thinking about this picture you took, Kristin.<br /><br />It totally breaks my heart and simultaneously makes me want to jump up and cheer you on. You are so brave and strong!! I know that doesn't lessen the pain of losing Stevie, but please know I admire you so much.Violet1122https://www.blogger.com/profile/05470143683967710014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3719166953467554528.post-51786604022351775602010-06-08T21:09:44.222-05:002010-06-08T21:09:44.222-05:00I'm not sure if you can read this, but I wante...I'm not sure if you can read this, but I wanted to share a poem that helped me when I had a loss too.<br />Stevie' story has touched me and I really hope you will soon find the peace in your heart.<br /><br />Karina<br /><br />****** What Makes A Mother<br /><br />I thought of you and closed my eyes<br />And prayed to God today<br />I asked "What makes a Mother?"<br />And I know I heard him say<br />A Mother has a baby<br />This we know is true<br />But, God, can you be a mother<br />When your baby's not with you?<br /><br />Yes, you can he replied<br />With confidence in his voice<br />I give many women babies<br />When they leave it is not their choice<br />Some I send for a lifetime<br />And others for the day<br />And some I send to feel your womb<br />But there's no need to stay.<br /><br />I just don't understand this God<br />I want my baby here<br /><br />He took a breath<br />and cleared his throat<br />And then I saw a tear<br />I wish I could show you<br />What your child is doing today<br />If you could see your child smile<br />With other children and say<br />"We go to earth to learn our lessons<br />of love and life and fear<br />My mommy loved me so much<br />I got to come straight here<br />I feel so lucky to have a Mom who had so much love for me<br />I learned my lessons very quickly<br />My Mommy set me free.<br /><br />I miss my Mommy oh so much<br />But I visit her each day<br />When she goes to sleep<br />On her pillow is where I lay<br />I stroke her hair and kiss her cheek<br />And whisper in her ear<br />Mommy don't be sad today<br />I'm your baby and I am here"<br /><br />So you see my dear sweet one<br />Your children are okay<br />Your babies are here in My home<br />And this is where they'll stay<br />They'll wait for you with Me<br />Until your lessons are through<br />And on the day you come home<br />they'll be at the gates for you<br /><br />So now you see<br />What makes a Mother<br />It's the feeling in your heart<br />It's the love you had so much of<br />Right from the very start<br />Though some on earth<br />May not realize<br />Until their time is done<br />Remember all the love you have<br />And know that you are<br />A Special Mom<br /><br />Author Unknown*****Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12533074869823181161noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3719166953467554528.post-23411628719650284582010-06-08T18:09:47.848-05:002010-06-08T18:09:47.848-05:00I have been told that rain is the teardrops from H...I have been told that rain is the teardrops from Heaven. And as you went back to work and shed your tears, those teardrops were falling too. <br /><br />I'm glad you had a descent first day back! <br /><br />And I'm thinking of you on Stevie's 1 month angel-day. Hugs to you my friend!Danaehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10584568430169543869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3719166953467554528.post-76184794401023380532010-06-08T18:02:39.679-05:002010-06-08T18:02:39.679-05:00So happy that you have a kind, compassionate boss ...So happy that you have a kind, compassionate boss that wants to be "good to you". She sounds like a sweet lady and how nice she took you to lunch.<br /><br />Kudo's to you for making these "big" strides forward, as I know its not easy. One foot in front of the other, right?<br /><br />HUGSAndreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06709001842788289402noreply@blogger.com