The Reason

This blog was started as a way for me to record our, my daughter Luisa and our family's, journey with Amniotic Band Syndrome that presented itself on the head of our sweet daughter. And has turned into a journey of dealing with a fatal prognosis, and the very premature death of our sweet baby. My great hope is that we might be able to help at least someone, if not more, by sharing this experience.

Tuesday, January 11, 2011

Beautiful Day, Difficult Day

Beautiful day of peace and rest...for my dear sweet Luisa. Difficult day for her Mommy. Today we buried her body, in the cold, hard earth. In a beautiful plot, surrounded by trees and looking out towards the mountains. As we pulled up to the spot where Luisa would be buried, and our family started pulling up behind us, and I gazed out over the lovely cemetery it dawned on me that I, plain old, simple, average Kat Simon was just about to bury a child. A sweet, strong spirit, but my child. Oh, a mother should not have to bury her child. It feels so surreal. But mothers do. I'm not alone in this. But, wow. It. Was. Hard. But, beauty was still there. Peace was still felt. Love was there. I love her so very much. I am amazed by how such a small baby girl could have such a big impression on not only my life, but others lives as well. I am so grateful for the lessons that being her Mommy has taught me.
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8 comments:

  1. TamaraJanuary 11, 2011 at 11:55 PM

    Thank you for letting us be a part of this day. I couldn't believe the grace with which you have handled this day. You are an inspiration to me. Luisa is lucky to have you for her mommy. Love you.

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  2. KaraJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    Hugs!

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  3. SheriJanuary 12, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    Thanks for continuing to share your story. It must be very difficult but I hope it brings you peace. I didn't go to Olivia's burial, it was just too painful. But I'm comforted by knowing she's surrounded by her grandparents.

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  4. JenniferJanuary 12, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    Sweet mama, I know these last few days have been so difficult, draining, and just not fair for you! Please know that I am praying for you! It is so not natural for a parent to bury a child. I am so glad here resting place is peaceful and beautiful! Sending hugs and many, many prayers your way!

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  5. JamieJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    Just gave you a blog award on my site. Check it out!

    ((hugz))
    Jamie

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  6. Amy von OvenJanuary 13, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    Your strength is Amazing....God is pulling you through. I remember that day in my life as if it were yesterday. I am praying for you so deeply in the coming weeks. For God to give you rest and strength when you feel to weak....God will place you in his arms, just let him hold you right now! "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest."
    Matthew 11:28

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  7. MelissaJanuary 13, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    I just found your blog through Jamie's blog over at Forget-me-not O Lord. I am so sorry for your loss and I wish you peace in the next few days, months as you grieve the loss of sweet Luisa. As I read your words, I am reminded of those exact same moments burying our daughter Mikayla Grace 7 months ago. A mother should never have to bury their child, but you are right these little children who may have only been in our lives a brief moment have incredible power to shape the way we live the rest of our lives.

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  8. kateJanuary 16, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    i am so sorry kathleen. i love you.

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