Tag: remembrance
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To My Son Liam on Your First Day of Kindergarten
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Precious Liam, As summer draws to a close, I’ve noticed my social media feed filling up with heartwarming photos of children excitedly embarking on their first day of school. I see posts from fellow parents, some celebrating, some shedding tears as they send their little ones off on this new adventure.…
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The Promise We Made on 9/11
Get Pregnant Fast It was shortly after 10:00 a.m. when I stepped out of my Music Theory placement exam at the University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music. I felt mentally drained, grappling with the demands of being a music student. As I made my way to the main office to resolve some scheduling issues,…
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Why We Keep Celebrating the Birthday of Our Son Who Left Us Too Soon
Get Pregnant Fast Every September 8, our family gathers to honor the birthday of our son, who we lost before he had the chance to truly live. For us, it’s all about the balloons. Each year, we choose a fun theme that reflects our son’s spirit, and this time, my older children, Mia and Noah,…
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To My Little One Who Wasn’t Meant to Be
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Sweet Child of the Past, There are moments when I can feel your presence, but not in the mystical sense. I’m not talking about fleeting scents of lavender or the gentle touch of a breeze in a closed room—those occurrences are rare. Instead, I’m often reminded of your absence. It’s a…
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The Day My Heart Began to Heal
Get Pregnant Fast As the sun dipped below the horizon, I took a deep breath, soaking in the beauty around me. My partner and I were at an extravagant event for his work, where a whimsical Ferris wheel twinkled against the evening sky. Anticipating this night for months, I felt the warm rays caress my…
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Navigating the Holidays: A Bittersweet Journey for Grieving Parents
Get Pregnant Fast The holiday season is upon us, marked by twinkling lights, festive decorations, and the delightful aroma of baked treats wafting through the air. For many, it’s a time of joy and celebration. However, for parents mourning the loss of a child, this time of year can feel overwhelmingly bittersweet. As someone who…
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19 Years After 9/11: A Moment We Will Never Forget
Get Pregnant Fast We all have our own stories. Each of us remembers precisely where we were on 9/11 when the news of the attacks broke. The shock, the grief, and the overwhelming fear all resonate within us even now. At 23 years old, I was in Manhattan, newly married and working close to Grand…
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Couple Passes Away Within Hours of Each Other After 64 Years of Marriage
Get Pregnant Fast In a touching story from Nashville, a family faced a profound loss just two days before Christmas when cherished parents, George and Alice Thompson, passed away in the same hospital room just hours apart. After spending 64 wonderful years together, this devoted couple is now united for eternity. George and Alice first…
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Understanding Mother’s Day for Moms Who Have Experienced the Loss of a Child
Get Pregnant Fast As I sit here on this gloomy evening, a profound sadness envelops me—one that you are all too familiar with. The ache in my heart feels unending, a heavy weight we both carry. To the outside world, we may appear composed; we wear smiles and push our tears deep down, maintaining a…
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Parents Who Lost Twins Finally Capture a Family Photo That Includes All Their Children
Get Pregnant Fast In 2011, Jane and Mark Thompson were joyfully anticipating the arrival of twins. Tragically, at just 23 weeks, Jane experienced preterm labor. Although the twins, Ethan and Lucas, were born with heartbeats, they were unable to breathe independently and lived only for a few precious days. The profound void left by the…