Monday, October 15, 2012

Pregnancy and infant loss day

Today is pregnancy and infant loss day. 

I wrote this  post a few years ago.  I am not the same person as I was then.  I am not feeling the 'raw' pain of losing a baby when I wrote that.  I've had another perfect baby girl since then and have been blessed to have her here on earth for almost 2 years.  I am missing my first baby girl, though.  Always.  I miss her so much that I can literally feel it.  I always wondered what I would feel like years down the road.  And at almost 4 years since I had Emma, I still miss her.  Every single day.  Its not the same pain, but it's there. And I know It wont be going away.  When she died a piece of my heart went with her and I cannot wait to get to heaven to love on my baby girl.  I say all of this because it isnt just one day.  Losing a pregnancy or a baby, changes you.  It changes your life and most importantly, your heart. 

I dont understand the ways of my God, but boy do I trust Him.  It was not my will that Emma isnt here on earth with us.  But if I didnt trust Him, I wouldnt have the promise and hope that I do that surely only comes from Him.   The promise that I will be reunited for eternity with my Emma and the hope that He provides for my life.    

I am praying for all of you who has suffered a loss.  For those of you that are years out and missing your babies and those that are in the raw, physically aching pain.  Know that your babies aren't forgotten. 

I still cling to some of my favorite verses that got me through the darkest of days.   

'Be still and know that I am God' Psalm 46:10

'Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden in light' Matthew 11:26.

"Those who sow in tears will reap with songs of joy" Psalm 126:5 

'Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding' Proverbs 3:5
   
I posted this on instagram last week.  My caption was 'My heart.  Minus one piece that is in heaven'. I miss that piece in heaven so much and she will never, ever be forgotten.   

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11 comments:

  1. Beautiful post Angie. I love that last picture and the caption you had with it. Praying for you and every woman who has experienced a loss similar.

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  2. What a beautiful post. Praying for you today and remembering all those who are suffering from a loss. I know you miss your little girl and I praise God you have one here on Earth with you.

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  3. I love you more each day. you're Beautiful, and your heart is too. your strength is inspiring momma! great post. prayers & hugs

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    1. Thank you so much Sar! You are such a dear!! Prayers for you as well!!

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  4. This post is absolutely beautiful, Angie. You are inspiring, and your heart for the Lord is amazing. Sending prayers your way today...

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    1. Thank you so much for your kind words, Amber! They mean so much - as well as the prayers!!!!

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  5. I thought of you when I woke up this morning and realized what today was. I am praying for you today, and for all who have lost babies. Hugs!

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    1. Thank you so much, Jodi. You are so thoughtful and sweet, and I always appreciate your prayers!

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  6. Beautiful post Angie. I hate that we are part of this club but I am so very grateful for people like you to help me walk the path.

    Hugs,
    Trisha

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    1. I couldnt agree more. I thought of you so much and you are never far from my mind. Prayers for you as well, sweet friend!

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  7. This is a beautiful post Angie. Thank you for sharing your story. You provide strength for others, and I think those that have lost pregnancies or infants surely need this community. God bless you and your sweet family!

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Thanks so much for your sweet comments!