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Do You Remember?
By sandi | May 13, 2011
“Mom remember when I almost died?” ~ Madeline
“Yeah, do you?” ~ Mommy
“No, but I know it almost happened. I am glad I didn’t. I would miss you so much!” ~ Madeline
Silence, gulping and hugging happened next. I couldn’t muster a word to come from my lips. Finally I broke the silence.
“Me too.” ~ Mommy
I cannot imagine my life without her in it. She doesn’t notice but each and every single day I remember that day. When she does something or grows and changes in a new way. I am so glad for these days she has been given.
She then continued the conversation as I sat there holding her with tears streaming from my eyes.
“But, I would get to be with Papa.” ~ Madeline
Silence.
Watching her move through her greif and life —making sense of all she has experienced is inspiring. For little moments she lets me hear the thoughts that swirl around in her mind.
“I miss Papa too, but I am really glad you are here with me.” ~ Mommy
“Me too, I just wish he was still here too.” ~ Madeline
“I know.” ~ Mommy
Thank you God for giving me more time with Mimi. She is so precious to me. It has almost been 5 years since that day. I remember the moments that ticked by at a snails pace when every doctor that came to see her couldn’t tell me if she would ever wake up. I am so thankful she did.
Topics: Madeline | 2 Comments »
May 13th, 2011 at 9:32 am
I remember it too. I remember you calling me from the ambulance. I remember your voice. I am so happy you still have your beautiful Madeline with you here on earth.
May 13th, 2011 at 9:36 am
now you made me cry…touching post!