It's a busy morning as I race around the house, stashing piles of laundry and picking up week old cheerios that are scattered about. My daughter's fourth birthday is approaching and company will soon be arriving, ready to celebrate our miracle child. As I search the couch crevices for lingering …
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To My Child Who Wasn't Expected To Survive
Dear Peyton, It's hard not to tear up thinking about your life. It's not what you chose, but life threw us a curve ball. To my child who wasn't expected to survive, here's my message to you. The week leading up to your special milestone is an emotional time for me. Even though it's been three years, …
Two Simple Words
Two simple words. That's all it took for a flood of memories and grief to come rushing back. With two little words, I was brought back to June 23, 2013, the day I delivered my triplets and the day my first child died. Our survivor, Peyton, has a special bedtime routine that includes saying hello to …