We still talk about Kate a lot. She will be celebrating her first birthday in a few days. I hope to high heaven that they throw her an amazing party, and that they love and cherish her every moment of every day.
I've come to feel that if by being in our home, even for a short time, Kate was somehow helped, it was worth it. If her mother or grandparents were helped and will raise her better than before, it was worth it.
And most especially, if I learned something from that experience that will make me a better mother to Hazel, it was worth it. If all the blessings at the end of our trials are akin to our sweet daughter, we'll endure again. And again and again.
After learning all about the Kate saga, Arlianne sent me this quote by Marilyn Monroe. I love it.
"I believe that everything happens for a reason. Things go wrong so that you can appreciate them when they're right. And sometimes good things fall apart so that better things can fall together."Truly, I have been to Hell and it simply made me recognize Heaven.
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*sigh* love it.
I was thinking that Kate's birthday was coming up and wanted to let you know I was thinking about you. If you need to escape and come swimming or something that day, you've got my number!
love you!!
Thanks for sharing. I found you through Mrs R's blog when you lost Kate and my heart broke for you. I was so very excited when I heard of Miss Hazel being placed in your arms for the first times. You have amazing strength and are an inspriation to a lot of people. Enjoy that adorable little girl :)
You are the most amazing people. It's incredible how people are brought to your life. Though I have never met you, and doubt I ever will, I want you to know how much you have influenced my life. Though your strength and endurance you inspire me. I love reading about Hazel. What a beautiful daughter you have. God knew the timing was right. Thank you for sharing your stories and pictures.
You guys really are amazing people and great examples. I'm sure Kate was blessed by being with you, and Hazel is one lucky, lucky girl. Thanks for sharing that quote. It's wonderful.
Hi, my name is Syndee. I too, found your blog through the r house blog. Your family is truly amazing. I love to read your inspiring story. Your daughter is beautiful. My daughter is also adopted and we love adoption stories. I feel for you in your last situation. I hope that never happens to anyone else. I know that it probably will though. We are in the process of waiting for our second. Hopefully it happens soon. I just wan't you to know you give others lots of strength. Thank you for posting!
Thank-you so much for sharing that. I really needed that right now. Thank-you for your strength, faith, and courage. I'm amazed by you.
i just love you guys.
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