Monday, September 25, 2006

Grandma and Baby

I was opening my mail today while talking on the phone with my sister Kim. I told her that I had a few cards of sympathy/encouragement from my Grandma Thelma, cousin Jess, and friend Kara Veihl. (Thank you all for your thoughtful cards. It was a blessing.)
My mom wanted so desperately to be a grandma. She was THRILLED when she found out Kim was pregnant with her first child. I think her biggest struggle with dying of cancer is that she knew she wouldn't be able to enjoy being a grandmother. She hung on to life until she was able to hold her first grandchild. She died one week after Cole was born.
Kim shared with me something that her mother-in-law said to her concerning my miscarriage. She said that even though my mom is unable to be with her grandchildren here, she now has one with her in heaven. I know that some of you would argue with that theologically, but regardless of that, I have to say that the thought of it brought a smile to my face. My baby did have a soul, and it brings me peace to think that he/she is now in heaven.
Thank you all for your prayers. I truly believe that Ben and I are doing so well due to the prayers of our friends and family.

4 comments:

Heather said...

What a blessed way to look at it!!! Still praying for you!

Kelli said...

Wow, what a neat thought...grandmother and grandchild together in heaven...I can see why that brought a smile to your face. And they are both with thier Creator!

christina said...

that's a sweet thought...

Jenny LaBo said...

Kelly you inspire me.