Last night, I could not write. I was exhausted to the core. I thought about how hungry I was when I was pregnant with Benjamin, and the subsequent awareness that… Continue Reading On Children.
Tag: death
Balance.
We’re learning lessons every day. Yesterday was our first day back. Michael went to work, Banyan went to school, and I packed my schedule in preparation for Benjamin’s Celebration of Life*.… Continue Reading Balance.
Obituary.
“Since it is so likely that children will meet cruel enemies, let them at least have heard of brave knights and heroic courage.” –C.S. Lewis Once upon a time, there… Continue Reading Obituary.
Dreams.
I slept soundly but woke up too early this morning. I listened to my body when it begged for more sleep. I was rewarded with a vivid dream. The dream was… Continue Reading Dreams.
Home.
We are home. I am exhausted in a way I haven’t experienced before. I wouldn’t feel this shredded without the emotional release I have experienced these last few days, and for… Continue Reading Home.
Goodbye.
Nothing within us was prepared to say goodbye to Benjamin’s body, yet it could not have been a more beautiful experience. The pace of the day was slow and sweet.… Continue Reading Goodbye.