Tuesday, November 27, 2018

Growing In Unity - Day 2

Thank you for joining me on Day 2 of my Growing  in Unity week.  
Today's post comes with a tissue warning.  

The angel in the set Too Beautiful for Earth by Phyllis Harris reminded me of my toddler, Malena, who went to heaven in 2000.  I purchased the set and hoped it would just sit on my shelf  unused. 




Sadly, a couple of weeks ago I received a call that the 2 yr old daughter of a friend died in her sleep.   Baby A had in her short life battled seizures and illness but that did not define who she was to those around her.  She was always smiling and a constant ball of energy.  She was adorable even when she was being stubborn.  So many things about Baby A reminded me of my Malena.  I like to think that they are playing in heaven today.

There is no pain, no grief and no trial in life that compares to having to plan a funeral for your toddler.  But I am thankful that Unity has created a stamp that deals with such a difficult issue. 

Don't forget to leave a comment for a chance to win an assortment of Unity stamps.

Traci


21 comments:

  1. Your card is beautiful and thank you for sharing your story with us. The angel with gold wings becomes so meaningful as I read your blog. Love and peace to you.

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  2. This card is so beautiful. I am so sorry about your friends daughter.

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  3. Perfect sentiment, and lovely card
    ~ :( so sad to have to make such cards...

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  4. I am so sorry for your loss and that of your friend. I cannot imagine how hard the loss of a child, at any age, must be. The card is so beautiful and the wings are perfect.

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  5. A beautiful card for an unbelievably heartbreaking situation. I cannot imagine the pain of losing a child or grandchild. Thank you for sharing.

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  6. Very pretty with the flowers, lace and sparkly wings.

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  7. Sorry to hear about the loss of your friend’s daughter.
    It’s a beautiful card and I love the sparkly wings

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  8. Your card is beautiful for such a sad occasion

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  9. So sorry for your loss and your friends loss. Love your colors and patterns. Such a beautiful gesture to honor her footprint. Just a lovely card.

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  10. What an absolutely precious card! I really love the glitter on her wings so very pretty!

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  11. lovely card. so sorry for your loss.
    stamping sue
    http://stampingsueinconnecticut.blogspot.com/

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  12. Oh, this is just gorgeous. And so girly, which I love.
    Beautiful details. I am so sorry for your friend's loss. She will appreciate this very much.

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  13. Such a beautiful card. So sorry for your loss and your friend’s loss. I can’t even begin to imagine how difficult it is. Prayers for peace and know that they are playing together in heaven.

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  14. So heartbreaking to lose a child but we can find comfort and peace knowing they are in the arms of Jesus. Your card is beautiful and so touching. Praying for you all.

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  15. Heartbreaking.....Your card is beautiful and very touching. I know it will bring comfort to the family. Prayers for all.

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  16. this is a gorgeous card, love the shimmer on the Wings, and I am sure the parents will treasure this card!

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  17. So sad. I lost my first grand daughter at birth. It is so hurtful and the hurt never goes away. That is one of the prettiest and most sensitive cards I have seen. It is beautiful

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  18. Beautiful card! So sorry it had to be for such a sad occasion
    Hugs to all!

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  19. Love the shimmer on the wings! Darling card!

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