Baby Annabelle
I “met” (websites and emails) an amazing family recently through a nurse at MUSC. Their sweet and beautiful daughter, Annabelle, had HLHS and was also born and spent her first weeks in Charleston at MUSC. Her mother and I emailed a bit and spoke of getting our girls together one day soon, even with little Emerson and her mommy. We shared struggles with the “germ season,” sleeping issues and the like, but all seemed very well, otherwise.
On March 27, 2008, at only 7 weeks old, Annabelle suddenly and surprisingly passed away. Ironically, her mother is the one who has helped me find some sort of peace with sweet Annabelle’s passing. I cannot imagine life after losing a child, but Annabelle’s mother has shown such grace and strength. Her faith is amazing and I have learned so much from her and from Annabelle’s short and precious life.
www.babygirlbutcher.blogspot.com
3 Comments
Kathie on April 5th, 2008
Annabelle’s parents had a 7 week visit with a beautiful angel. May God give them peace and understanding.
Leslie on April 7th, 2008
Wow, I have been reading Annabelle’s blog and crying like a baby. I cannot imagine the pain of losing a child and I am amazed at her parent’s strength and faith. You were right about them Kerri. Reading that makes all of the daily small stuff seem so insignificant and it makes me so thankful for the blessings I have. Thank you for sharing. I will keep them in my prayers.
jan tompkims on April 5th, 2008
What a wonderful tribute to Annabelle! My daughter is a nurse on 7C and took care of sweet Annabelle. I have followed Annabelle’s blog as well as Mary Clare’s blog. My prayers and thoughts are with both families. I will continue to check each blog daily. God bless you all.
Jan Tompkins