The Peace a Gift Can Give

Since Kaidance's Angelversary, we have received so many sweet cards, gifts, and tributes and I cannot say thank you to everyone enough.  We were blessed this week though with two very special gifts.  One of them was for me and one was for Kamden.  (I have a neat gift in the works for Jeff, but more on that later).

My sweet sister in law, "J" put in an order for the most touching gift and I received it by mail this week.  It was made by Jeff's Aunt "C" in her home business, and it contains two medallions - one for Kamden with his birthstone (Diamond) and one for Kaidance (Emerald)  I've since added Kaidi's infant ring onto the chain as well, but in my mind, I know can keep both children where they belong.  Right on top of my heart.  I liked what "J" had to say about it all.  She said that now when people ask about my kids, I can have a physical representation of having two, and just let them know that one is with me and one with the Father.

 Kamden's God-Mimi "L" special ordered this for him and it came a little later than our angel shower.  It is the SOFTEST thing I have ever felt and is so, so sweet.
In case you can't read it the poem says: "I know you don't understand What happened to me; Where did I go -- Why did I leave?  Jesus sent an angel from heaven above/To hold my hand and express HIS love.  She whispered softly in my ear, "It's time to go, Jesus is near."  Listen to those who love you, Say your prayers, each and every night.  When you need to feel me near, Hug this teddy bear "oh so tight!"  My love, you'll take with you/As you learn and grow, I'm so proud of you, I LOVE YOU SO!"
It amazes me how God can use material objects to comfort us.  With my necklace on, I truly feel I have Kamden and Kaidance with me at all times.  When I see Kamden "nuggling" his bear, I have no doubt his baby sister is feeling his love as she sits on the Father's lap. 

Thank you.  Thank you everyone.  Each card, email, text message, phone call, gift - it's meant the world to us, and we love you.

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  1. AnonymousJuly 27, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Such sweet sentiments from some of the many people who have expressed their love to you and yours. You are blessed with great love and special thoughts from your family and friends. Embrace them.
    Mom

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