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This time of year I always find myself reflecting back to when our sweet Sarah was sick. It usually begins a little before the April LDS General Conference and lasts till her special May 1st day. I find myself reliving bits and pieces of the difficult decisions that we made and the memories that we tried desperately to create.
I feel so blessed to have experienced every aspect of her life. Someone once asked me if knowing what I know now about how things would end with Sarah would I make the same decisions regarding her treatment again or would I not do any treatment. My answer is YES!I would choose treatment again. We were able to enjoy 3 1/2 wonderful years with her. As you can see in the video even though we had difficult times, there were many happy times and those memories outweigh the bad times.
When I hear Mary's Lullaby I am automatically drawn back into a time when I held the sweetest angel and rocked her day and night while singing her primary songs and of course "her song". The words speak my heart. Sarah now "feels the warmth on [her] cheeks from the Son," always. Someday I hope to feel that warmth with her. But for now we carry on and feel the JOY of life today!
(The words and music to Mary's Lullaby were written by our dear friend Shauna Snell)
Oh Mary, thank you SO much! I am reminded of how happy Sarah was...all the time. What a sweet blessing to know her. The depth of her love for others is so evident in this video. Man I miss her and her contagious smile. Thank you for making my day.
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Heidi
Watching that brings back so many memories....I can't believe it was nearly 8 years ago that we met! Where does the time go? I would love to see you sometime!!
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Oh Mary, I love that video. I can't imagine the pain you have gone through. I must say that I love how honest and funny you are on your blog. Thanks for allowing us to remember, we think about your adorable family often. We love you :)
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ReplyDeleteI love you! Thank you for sharing this amazing video. When I see that beautiful little bald head it takes me right back to Primary Children's and the nights I was able to spend with Sarah. What a little sweetheart she was. She taught me some lessons then that I never dreamed I would have to learn so well. I love Sarah. She really did leave a lasting memory on many and I am so thankful that I am one of those. Have a wonderful May 1st day celebrating Sarah and great plan of happiness. Much Love from one mother's heart to another.
Just sitting here crying my eyes out. Bella and I have watched it three times now. It's been a long time. Thanks for sharing it, I'm glad you figured out how to post it. I love you.
ReplyDeleteThat was so beautiful Mary. I love the song Shauna wrote as well. You are such an example to me of grace and inner beauty. Your family is also such an example to us. I miss you!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing the video of Sarah. We tend to forget how close to our Heavenly Father these little ones are. We love your family so much and want you to know how very special your family has been to me over the years. Love ya, Aunt Lois
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your post.
ReplyDeleteI am Gwen Peterson's sister who lost her son 3 years ago.
Your post touched me, and my prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Thank you for sharing your tender mercies with us.