There Are No Words

By: Kathy Gardner I spot her at the grocery store Her son was killed in 9/11 She is tenderly picking out apples And I am scowling at green bananas I wonder if she has heard my news She answers me Simply by looking over her shoulder She must sense a familiar desperation She turns deliberately…

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From Strangers To Forever Friends

By: Jennifer Haake I think the general perception of support groups is what we typically see in movies.  A group of people sitting in a circle looking so sad.  I remember walking into my very first support group meeting after we lost Charlie.  It was about a month after he died.  I was still in…

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Beyond the Scope of Practice

Having those wonderful, amazing, impactful caregivers like Dr. Jen and the other doctors and nurses who cared for us by our side during a very dark time made such a different for us.

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What Do I Do with My Love?

Creating a Lasting Legacy After Your Baby’s Death By: Rose Carlson Normally, when a loved one dies, you have much to remember the person by: Photos, cards, clothing and other possessions. These precious items, along with your memories, comfort you and keep your loved one’s memory alive. However, when a baby dies, there may be…

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A Piece of My Heart Lives in Heaven

By: Shannon Duke When I think about keepsakes, it reminds me of the movie Inside Out. In this movie, we learn Sadness embraced the blues because it was often followed by love from family and friends. I hope you have a treasure or two that you can keep in honor of your angel baby. It…

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December 2018 Gifts: In Memory Of…

Each month, families and friends have the opportunity to donate to Share “In Memory Of” the baby or babies they have lost. This month we honor and remember the names listed below. In Memory Of: Owen Michael Backer                We miss you every day, but especially on Christmas.  We send you heavenly hugs and love from…

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November 2018 Gifts: In Memory Of…

Each month, families and friends have the opportunity to donate to Share “In Memory Of” the baby or babies they have lost. This month we honor and remember the names listed below. In Memory Of: Owen Charles Bell                      By:             Jennie Bell Andrew Paul Bucaro                  Our grandson in heaven, loved by us. By:             Cheryl Heck Ellen…

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If Someone Had Told Me…

By: Jennifer Haake Rainbows.  If someone had told me that rainbows would become such an important part of my life, I would have looked at them like they had two heads.  Why would rainbows ever be important?  I mean sure, they are pretty and everyone loves them, but important? The first important rainbow was on…

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October 2018 Gifts: In Memory Of…

Each month, families and friends have the opportunity to donate to Share “In Memory Of” the baby or babies they have lost. This month we honor and remember the names listed below. In Memory Of:   Caleb Michael Akers We know your looking over us. By:             Suzanne Husby   Brooke Barbeau                          By:             Terri Bekebrede  …

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The Art of Letting Go, Dear Tahlequah

By: Kathy Gardner it was 17 days and 1,000 miles of carrying love, of carrying her — days and miles that I and so many others have traveled, too. everyone else seems so relieved this heartbroken mother has finally let go, but we loss moms know it just looks like letting go. the journey of…

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