Hold Popple tight and know that your angel is sending hugs and kisses for her Mommy on your special day!
An angel for Emma / Stephanie (Mommy's friend ) This little angel reminds me of Emma!
a letter from a mommy to a daughter / Mommy
I found the following in a book I am reading. In the book, the main character loses her daughter to leukemia and writes this letter to her after she dies. I could barely see by the time I was done reading it because it touched so close to home. I am only typing the parts that are more general, the parts that could pertain to any mother and child. "No matter what happens or where death takes you, baby, you must never forget the many gifts you gave me. And I will not forget, either. I will remember each one every second of every day. They will be my catechism, guiding me through a life without you: the sweat that beads along your hairline and trickles down your neck in summers deep heat, the delight on your face when someone you love walks in the room,...the purity of your love for your daddy,...your eyes moving under closed lids as you dream,...how your feet tap the earth with such wild joy when you dance,...the rebellion etching your face when you sass me,...all of you. Really, absolutely all of you. There will be no forgetting on my end of things . You might think I'm weird but even your sour breath in the morning is a scent I treasure. This is what I want you to remember above all else: You are my heart, Emma-the reason I breathe. I don't want you to be afraid, baby. This is new territory, don't you know! But never doubt this: You will always be surrounded by love. I'm not far away. Ever. I wish this was different. I want to hang on to you all my days. I will never understand why the universe is taking you. It must be because you are so beautiful. And as much as that tears me up, we must believe that this is a good thing. Because only good things happen to you. Remember that, Emma. You are charmed. In this life and the next. When you do go over, I pray that you will haunt me, that in the early-morning light, and eveningsong dusk, and the starry darkness, I will from time to time feel you near. And despite my deep-in-the-gut longing for you, I will glean joy from this idea: You are everywhere, Emma. I will experience you in this world no matter what. In the sun I will see your smile. The moon? Your sweet blue eyes. And your laughter, that will unfurl for all time in the surf song. Go with God, baby. And do so with the happiest of hearts. I love you I love you I love you, Mommy"
Taken from the book The Problem with Murmer Lee by Connie May Fowler. I took the liberty of changing the characters name to Emma. When I read this I knew I had to put it in Emma's website. It is everything I feel put down in such an eloquent manner.
You are not alone... / Erica Licari Please know that you are not alone on this journey. There are so many of us in the world...too many Moms who have lost children. Believe me when I say I feel your pain for I too lost my littel girl, Theresa, in a drowning accident. She was 2 years old and full of life. Not a day goes by that I don't think of her and she has been in Heaven for almost 6 years now. Life is not fair and all we can do is remember our children and share them with others. God Bless you and know I am here for you if you need someone to talk to. I wish you Angel Visits... Luv~ Erica~Mom of an Angel
In Our Hearts / Melody Sanders We thought of you with love today. But that is nothing new. We thought about you yesterday. And days before that too. We think of you in silence. We often speak your name. Now all we have is memories. And your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake. With which we'll never part. God has you in his keeping. We have you in our heart..
tiffanyjanea'howell.memory-of.com
My Heart Aches / Asheva Preston
My heart actually aches after reading your story. I can't even begin to imagine...I can feel your stregnth through your words. You are a very strong person. Thank you for caring about other babies and sharing your tragedy. You will see your darling angel again someday. God Bless You and Your Family.
BE STRONG / Sonji Myles (none) Hi, I kinda stumbled onto your site while looking for "Cousin Emma's candles" for my fiances shop. Once I read your story my heart filled with sorrow and I could not leave without giving my condolences. My love and support goes out to your family. BE STRONG GOD BLESS.
Sonji Grand Cayman Cayman Islands
Beautiful/ Katrina Your mommy has created a beautiful site just for you Emma..... Heaven has gained another beautiful angel x
What a sweet girl! / Victoria Brake
I passed you in the parking lot at the Brandon mall last week as you were putting your things in your car. I saw the "In Memory Of" sticker on your van window and it made me ache for you. I have a little girl who just turned three and I can only imagine the pain you have been through. I just remembered to google your daughter's name and I have been so touched! I'm terribly sorry for the loss that you and your family have endured. It must be unbearable at times and I'm sure you have pinched yourself many times hoping you will wake up from a terrible nightmare! May God give you the strength to carry on and the peace of knowing that your little girl is in a far better place than any of us! I will pray for you! Close
I've been touched to tears by Emma's site / Hazel Jackson (none)
Dear Emma's family: I was searching for my niece's web address (her name is Jennifer Shelton) when I came across Emma's memorial. It is so sad that you have lost your beautiful child. It may seem a little strange to you, but my oldest niece Lisa gave birth in November to a girl named Emma that I saw for the first time at Christmas.
My hear goes out to you all. Best wishes for the future and may Emma be always in your hearts.
"Happy Birthday Emma" / Donna Gramlich (Mother of Another Angel {Matthew} )
For a very Special little girl Happy Heavenly Birthday Emma. You will be in my heart and prayers forever. Hope you enjoyed your birthday with my son Matthew who's birthday was 1 week ago.
For you, precious one / Melisssa Killingsworth (Angel Brandon's Mom )Read >>
For you, precious one / Melisssa Killingsworth (Angel Brandon's Mom )
Precious Emma-this cute little kitty is for you and my prayers of comfort and peace go to your family who love and miss you so. Send them Angel kisses little one to let them know you are always close by. Love always in Brandon's memory, Melissa