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Empty and Full.

Laura Gilkey on February 26, 2017May 10, 2017

Waking up dreamless yesterday morning made me feel empty, and my emptiness soon evolved into frustration. I was working on elements of Benjamin’s memorial service on my computer, and the pictures… Continue Reading Empty and Full.

Categories: Uncategorized Tags: death, dreams, gratitude, siblings14 Comments

Balance.

Laura Gilkey on February 22, 2017May 10, 2017

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.

Categories: Uncategorized Tags: death, school, siblings24 Comments

Dreams.

Laura Gilkey on February 20, 2017May 10, 2017

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.

Categories: Uncategorized Tags: death, dreams, school, siblings21 Comments

Home.

Laura Gilkey on February 19, 2017May 10, 2017

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.

Categories: Uncategorized Tags: death, life, siblings24 Comments

In the Quiet.

Laura Gilkey on February 15, 2017May 10, 2017

In the quiet, comes the grief. In the wind in the backyard. In the sink washing dishes. In the lighting of a candle. In his huge, unbelievable absence. I was alone… Continue Reading In the Quiet.

Categories: Uncategorized Tags: acute lymphoblastic leukemia, death, siblings48 Comments

Day 770/142

Laura Gilkey on February 9, 2017May 10, 2017

Comments will be disabled for the foreseeable future as our family focuses on Benjamin’s peaceful passage. Your love and prayers are acutely felt and deeply appreciated. There has been another… Continue Reading Day 770/142

Categories: Uncategorized Tags: acute lymphoblastic leukemia, death, family, love, platelets, relapse, research, siblings

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