Last month, I was in a room with four hundred women, and we were laughing and crying and just BEING together. Halfway through our time together, a woman stood up and said, “Glennon, what would you say to help people understand the importance of being there for a friend who has lost a child? We lost our daughter, Ansley, seven years ago and most of our friends and family have just fallen away. Now on her birthday and Angel Day- I might receive a card or two. It’s just not enough. Our baby is gone and we need the people who knew her to talk to us about her, but they don’t. Everyone we loved is just silent about it. It makes me feel like Ansley is forgotten. It feels like the world is pretending she never existed.”
I just looked at her for a long moment. The room was completely silent. It was clear to everyone that this woman had single-handedly escorted the four hundred of us into the most important moment of the evening.
I finally said, “What is your name?”
She said, “Jessica.”
I said, “Jessica- you tell us. What would YOU tell people to do?”
And she said, “SHOW UP. Show up right away and then keep showing up. Don’t worry about saying the right thing, there is no right thing. Just say SOMETHING. Just tell us you haven’t forgotten. And say their name. It’s like people are afraid to remind me of her- as if I’m not already thinking about her every moment of every day. Everyone avoids her name- but we still need to hear their names spoken by people who loved them.”
I thanked Ansley’s mama for saying what we all needed to hear. For telling us that when it comes to tragedy- what a friend does is pull together all her brave and run towards the heartbreak and mightily resist the urge to try to fix it and instead just sit in it and soak up a little bit of the love and pain.
And then she says her name. Often. Because your friend is still Ansley’s mama, as certainly and surely and eternally and solidly as you are the mama of your babies. That’s who she STILL IS. Somehow now more than ever. She doesn’t know herself any other way and she doesn’t want to. And so when you don’t acknowledge that part of her, it’s like you’re not even there with her. She needs you to be there with her. With Ansley’s grieving mama.
I said, “Jessica. I don’t know what to say. But listen, I’ll tell you one thing. Ansley’s Angel Day is not going to pass silently this year. I know some people who would love nothing more than to stop and remember Ansley with you. They are the Monkees. You tell me Ansley’s date and then you visit us on her day. “
And Jessica cried and we all cried together – all four hundred of us – for the loss of a baby girl and the pain of a mother and the soothing balm of women who rush toward each other and sit and cry with each other and just give up on saying too many words at all.
Today is Ansley’s Angel Day- July 14. I imagine that Jessica will wake up this morning and look out her window and wonder how in the world it is that the world can keep spinning on the day that her own world died.
I would like for us to stop the world for a moment today to remember Ansley, to honor Jessica, and to hold space for all of our sisters’ great loss and pain and love. Let us do this in two ways:
- Please leave a comment here for Jessica. She will be reading today. Let us show her we cared enough to STOP today and say Ansley’s name. Let us tell her that she is not the only one who is feeling the width and depth today of the loss of Ansley. Also, in your comment- tell Jessica where you’re from. It makes the love feel more real when you can see that it’s covering the globe.
- Then please, in honor of Ansley and Jessica- call to mind a friend who has suffered a great loss and then reach out to her. If you can’t call her, email her. If you can’t email her, text her. Don’t let your lack of time or the perfect thing to say stop you. Just do it. Stop the world for a moment in honor of her. That’s what we do when we pause in the middle of a busy day to reach out to someone who is hurting. We say “to me, you are worth stopping the world for.”
MS-MD has donated $700 to the Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood Program in honor of Precious Ansley (who would have been a nine year old girl today) and in honor of her Warrior Mama, Jessica, and in honor of all of you who have lost your babies. I am stopping my world today to tell you that I have no perfect words. I am just here, and I am so very, very sorry.
Love,
G and TWMF
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Thinking of you and Ansley today. Bothell, WA
Dear Jessica, Today is Mother’s Day in NC. It used to be a day to cherish with our children, but they no longer live on earth. Ansley is loving you from Heaven and please know that you are, and will forever remain Ansley’s mommy. Like you I walk the same path. My Danielle died almost 8 years ago. What you said is real and does happen to parents who lose their child. In my house,the silence is deafening. Danielle was our only child
Ansley, Ansley, Ansley. I will remember you, Jessica and your beautiful child Ansley <3 Elizabeth
Blessings, love and light to you, your family, friends and your daughter Ansley. <3
I’m thinking of and praying for you and Ainsley today. I’m sending warm thoughts from Boston.
Ansley, Ansley, Ansley…. On my lips and in my thoughts is your little girl today. I lost a child before I ever had the pleasure of seeing their precious face. We are mommies now and forever. You are blessed and loved by mothers near and far!
Love, Paulina
Hello Jessica from Mossyrock,, Washington. I am so very sorry for the loss of your daughter Ansley. Ansley lived, she is yours always. I am sorry you are in pain and hope these messages make you feel a little less alone. I have experienced the hurt and loneliness that occurs after a death. Most people do not want to ruin your day or make you cry, so they remain silent. I lost my 22 month old daughter Nicole in a house fire many years ago. When my husband, Tom, passed away almost 30 years later, I told the family and friends gathered at our house after the funeral that it is OK to talk about Tom, speak his name and share “Tom stories”. I said that I may cry, but they are giving me a gift. You see the tears you cry when grieving are healing tears. Scientist report that grieving tears have a different chemical makeup that the tears caused by chopping an onion. Amazing huh. I also lost my 21 year old sister, Judy, on Mothers Day – again a long time ago that I am thinking of It is wonderful that you were brave enough to share your story. Now, look how many people have read your story and will be better prepared to help others through their grief. Wish I could give you a hug.
Thinking of all of you Mamas out there who are suffering. You are seen and you are loved. You are not forgotten and neither are your precious ones.
Much love to you all,
Huge hugs.
Cindy from Glendora, California.
“Angel Day” I love that. Thank you for sharing the story of your angel. I will think of her every time I use the term “angel day” when referring to my own precious angel and when talking to any other monkee who has joined our sad number.
Prayers for your peace. I am lucky and blessed to have had a great support from family and friends for my daughter , Adrienne. Makes a huge difference even 25 years later. It does get easier over time, you will never forget Ansley. Bless you and your family. Evelyn from Texas
Happy Mother’s Day, Jessica! I just looked at the pictures of Ansley’s gorgeous face and she looks so precious. I will always think of you on this day and on July 14.
Another mom from NY
Oh! My thoughts and prayers are coming to you from Clinton, Tennessee
Praying for you right now, on Mother’s Day. Your beautiful Ansley being in heaven makes this celebration sad, but I wish you peace and joy in knowing that you have an amazing little girl waiting to see you again some day!
I’m so sorry….Jessica. My sister’s name is Jennifer. In honor of you, Jessica and your daughter, Ansley- Peace.
Dear Jennifer- thank you for reminding us how to love each other through a heart breaking tragedy that never ends. I’m lighting a candle today to honor your girl Ansley and the bright light and love she brought to the world. A blessed Mother’s Day to you. Hugs from Jenkintown, PA
Ma’am,
My heart goes out to you today. Please keep telling stories about your kiddo and don’t wait for someone else to do so. Tell the stories because they make you happy to share them. True friends will listen. They may not know how to respond, but they will listen.
Thinking of you both, Jennifer & Ansley. My hope for you Jennifer is renewal of your loving spirit. xoxoxo
I am thinking of you and beautiful Ansley today. Sending love and light to you, sister. You are amazing.
Jessica,
Happy Mother’s Day! I also lost a child three years ago-he was 28-but he is still my child! I totally understand how you are feeling. God bless you and your family! Remember-you are NOT alone!
Jean
Jacksonville, AL
My family and I send prayers & love to you, Jessica, on this Mothers’ Day. Ansley was a beautiful little girl & I know you miss her immeasurably. Love to you from Virginia beach, VA
Happy Mother’s Day, Jessica! Lots of love and prayers to you and your family from Rachel in New Hampshire.
Happy Mother’s Day Jessica! Ansley is beautiful and so are you.My name is Margaret , I am from Massachusetts. God bless you Jessica.
Jessica,
Happy Mother’s Day! Thanks for being such a good mom to Ansley.
And you are not alone. I miss my Christina Grace, Seamus Anne, and Rose Clare. You’re right; it’s So painful to not hear their names. Our precious children.
God bless you!
Sweet mommy Jessica, celebrating the bond between you and Ansley that cannever be broken. Strength on this Mother’s Day to.you. I will be celebrating that bond with my 2 beautiful girls here in Oklahoma, April and Jennifer, and looking forward to the day I can hold my baby boy Jagger who died Mother’s Day weekend before he could ever be born. God bless all moms!
Jessica,
Ansley is a beautiful name. Her beautiful picture, and your beautiful story brought me to tears. Thank you for your honesty, it reminds us all that caring for those who experience great loss is a lifetime process. A process so many of us do quietly without recognition. Know that you and your daughter are seen, and recognized.
-Andrea
Ansley is remembered and loved in Portland, OR. Happy Mother’s Day, Jessica.
Many thoughts, prayers, and tears are with you today, Jessica. I am a mom (from Maryland) to 2 boys and many angels. May we all be reunited with our angels one day…
Thinking of your Angel Ansley, you, and your family today.
Jessica, I am here to affirm you as Ansley’s mom who will never forget, and that’s ok even as long as you are alive. My son has been dead(HIV/AIDS) over 22 years; I identify with you and share your pain. Stephen lives on through his mom and me and we are honored to continue that as long as we are able. I hope this will be your best Mother’s Day yet.
Jessica, I was in the room when you asked your brave question, and in that moment you taught – and reminded – us how to support our sisters in grief. Imperfectly, but earnestly, and with love. In honor of you and your sweet angel.
Sending love and care from Alabama to Jessica in the name of Ansley.
Your experience matters to me. Thank you for sharing what is not easy or comfortable. I will never forget what I learned tonight by reading all of these posts. Honesty and communication are hard but healing.
What a collective power we can tap into for each other!!
Jessica, my heart is united with yours. I know that Ainsley was so very loved. We lost our Nicholas August 30, 2013. He is so missed……..but we know that he is happy and whole. I love your strength and courage!
Jessica, I am so sorry for the loss of your daughter Ansley. I am sending prayers for you and your family. Thank you for telling those of us who don’t know what to say or do for people who are grieving the loss of a child. Sending you hugs and love from North Potomac, Maryland.
My friends Dan and Rachel lost their little boy last summer to Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood. Like little Rhys, your little girl is not forgotten. She is loved. Tomorrow is Mother’s Day and tomorrow I will hug my two boys and be grateful, but I will also pause and remember your daughter, and my friends’ son. They will never be forgotten, please know that. I carry Rhys in my heart every day and try to do better each day in his name. Tomorrow, I will say an extra prayer for you and your family. Sending hugs from Virginia…
Oh Jessica, your Ansley, my Christi and my girlfriends son Austin are together in heaven, singing, dancing, loving, peaceful and not hurting anymore❤️ They are content and waiting because someday we will be with them again. God is keeping them safe❤️Until then May God give you peace. God knows each one of you and all you have been through!
❤️❤️Happy Mother’s Day to All of YOU❤️❤️
Your daughter is not forgotten! Many times I have felt the same way. My son left us on April 25th 2012. I have shed many tears thinking that people have forgotten. But I will NEVER forget, my son lives on through me. I wish more people would remember him with me.
I love that you stood and asked people to not forget!
God bless you Jessica and your precious Ansley. Though we don’t understand, God has a plan. You are not alone
Thinking of you and your family.
Ansley and you and your family. I am thinking of her and you all in my heart right now. xx
Thank you Jessica for stating facts. Thank you Glennon for sharing. West plains Missouri . My son s angels date February 8,2013. He left us with 3 beautiful babies. I understand the questions and feel the same pain. I miss my friends. I miss my sons friends that all called me mom and hung out. My only thought is it’s to hard for them I so enjoy talking about the good times and sharing memories. Family has problems talking to me about him. When I start talking about him some walk away. I have found a wonderful book called TEAR SOUP BY PAT SCHWIEBERT & CHUCK DEKLYEN. ITS GREAT FOR ALL AGES. Thank you for all the comments. Wish everyone a blessed Mothers Day!
Jessica,
I lost my beautiful daughter Holly in October of 2005. Not a day goes by that I don’t miss her. She was 23 and had been married for 5 months. Her death was senseless, a poor decision by an inexperienced physician assistant. I hold on to my faith, my memories, the knowledge that I will see her again. In the meantime I think of two very important things someone told me- ” It never gets better but it will get easier ” and ” there is no time limit on grief. God bless you
You’re being lifted up in prayers right now from Baton Rouge. My heart aches for you. My precious nephew moved to Heaven 2 years ago, and there is not a day that goes by that my family doesn’t say Jackson’s name, think about him and pray for him. I pray you find comfort in knowing so many people are lifting your precious daughter up in prayer today. May God bless you and comfort you.
Dear Jessica – thank you for having the strength and courage to ask the question for those of us who need to know the answer and are too afraid to ask. All the way from Wiltshire in England, I send you and your baby angel my love xx
Thank you for sharing how you feel. So many times we want to reach out but don’t want to bring up any pain from the past. It helps knowing that you want to all about your child. I will be calling my aunt today to talk about her son who passed. Thank you!
I feel your pain and wish that I could give you a hug today. Your sweet Ansley will not be forgotten. I lost a little girl 33 years ago and every day I think of her and wish that I could hold her again as I know you do. I hope there are rocking chairs in heaven so that you and Ansley can share some special moments together. My Ann-Marie took a part of my heart with her and I have a part of her heart with me always. It brings me a small measure of peace. I pray that peace consoles your heart until you and Ansley can be together again.
Jessica,
My heart aches for you. I know exactly what you mean. I, too, have experienced the passing of a child 7 years ago. You are right, most people seem to forget. Maybe they are afraid to bring up his name because they don’t want to make me cry. As if I haven’t cried a million years already…and have at least another million inside. I love hearing his name, just as you mentioned. Jessica, Ansley will not be forgotton. She is an adorable little girl. I know no words will make the pain go away, but know you will be in many people’s prayers. God is our comfort, and I prayer you will feel His hand. With much love, Lorraine
Jessica, even though we don’t know you, you are not forgotten by God. We pray you may know and feel more of our Father’s love on this sacred day, and for sweet baby Ansley, who is safely cradled in His arms right now. You are her very brave mama, each and every day you face, and grieve, and love. You are not alone, even when you feel your loneliest, because we are here praying for you and we love you.
Esperanza, Dominican Republic- serving as oversea missionaries
Today you and Ansley are remembered in my prayers.
It will be a great day when we all get to heaven.
So sorry for your loss.
Elizabeth
Edenton, NC
Sending love and hugs to you today Jessica. Your sweet baby is not forgotten.
Polly
Waynesboro, PA.
Jessica – It was so brave of you to stand up and ask Glennon your question in front of all those women. Thinking of you and Ansley and how to live up to your words for us all – malka, (Israel)
Jessica, July 14 is my son’s birthday. Today is May 9, but I am certain that from now on, every July 14, your sweet Annsley will come to my mind, and I will say a prayer, and no doubt shed a tear for you both. Tracey, Tampa FL
Ansley and my youngest son share a birthday, 9 years apart. You can bet I won’t forget about your daughter, your loss, and your pain. I understand that the pain will never go away, and nothing will ever take her place in your heart.
Sending a gently hug and lots of love across the ocean to you Jessica and your beautiful Ansley. x
Jessica, Ansley will never be forgotten, and to remember her is to honor her and honor you. That, you deserve. It doesn’t take the pain and loss away, but to share it with those who care, hopefully makes it lighter.
Thinking of you and Ansley today. My heart breaks for you and your family. Praying for you to find peace …from St Louis, MO.
Jessica,
What a beautiful name that you gave your daughter, Ansley!! Thank you for letting us all into your world and sharing your daughter with us. Thank you for your words because so many of us do not know what to do in situations like yours including myself. I have just ordered a beautiful bouquet of flowers for my sister, who lost her son unexpectedly in December 2014 and this will be her first Mother’s Day without him… and I also want her to know that I am thinking of her and missing my nephew, Josh….
From Massachusetts, USA
Jessica, thanks for sharing beautiful Ansley with the world. I am from a little town outside of Melbourne, Australia, and I am praying for you as you continue down your journey of grief. With all my love, from one mother to another. Xxxx
Thinking of you and Ansley, and of all mothers that have lost their children, kathy and Leah, Debbie and Easton, Rennie and Caroline, Linda and Phyllis & Robbie, Sarah, Cindy.
Your love for Ansley and her love for you is forever.
Ansley was a beautiful child, I wish you had had more time on earth with her, and pray you will be united again after this life. Sending you love and a huge hug. Two of my sisters have lost babies, and my mother lost her son. We honor them by talking about them. It truly does help to hear their names, even if it tugs at our hearts too.
Jessica,
Thank you for answering a question I have often wondered about, and providing me with a path to walk with those of my friends and family that have lost children. I was born on July 13. For what it’s worth, I will be remembering you and Ansley on that day, from now on. What a beautiful little girl she was! Praying that God will comfort you throughout the years until you are reunited with her.
You have my sympathy and prayers and love on this Angels Day. God bless your daughter Ansley always!
Jessica, iI feel your loss for I too have lost a child. It is never easy but you do go on. Think of her dearly and hold her precious face in your mind and heart. Know that the Angels are taking care of her and she awaits seeing you again. With love & sympathy this Mothers Day.
May God give you strength and an incredible amount of peace on Mother’s Day. Ansley will always be with you. Always speak of her. Never feel that you must stop your tears. They are healing and God bottles every tear to present them to us one day. We lost our precious son, Ben, 2 years ago and I know I will never “get over it” even though he was sick for many years and we had a chance to get used to the idea. It just isn’t right to have to bury your child. It’s out of the order of life. We now live in a different realm than everyone else. I will pray for you and you for us. Let others carry your burden when they are willing to do so. Janet from Bradenton, Florida
Thinking of you and of your daughter, Ansley, and praying God will give you peace.
Happy Mothers Day to you, Jessica. You precious Ansley was so lucky to have such a wonderful mom! Prayers go out to you and your family… From Whittier Ca.
What a beautiful little lady! Thank you for sharing Ansley’s picture with us. Thinking of you and her is weekend and sending you some love.
Saying Ansleys name loud and clear and wishing her moma Jessica peace and love this day from Minnesota!
I don’t have great words but I have a heart of love for you and Ansley and I have mind full of prayers for you. I don’t know you but I do know you I’m a mom and I love you because Christ loved me. One of my prayers is that God hold your pain just long enough for you to relieve loving precious moments spent with Ansley. In the name of Jesus….. Love Lori
Jessica, I am in Seattle WA. I love this post and this story is very important. Ashley is adorable. Iam so sorry for your loss. Happy mother’s Day to you!. Love you both!!!
I am thinking of you today, Jessica, and thinking of your precious baby, Ansley, and how much you miss her. You are loved. <3
Miss Jessica,
Ansley has not stopped being beautiful and has not stopped being loved. She has grown in you and is honored in your bravery and love of her. Ansley is being loved by an everlasting love and like David, in the Old Testament, rest assured you will hold her again. In the between time I honor you being the best Mom Ansley has!!!!! -Becky, from Fremont, NE
Jessica, I can’t imagine how much you miss Ansley, but it’s clear she was a blessing for the time you had her. You are in our hearts in Oregon today.
Thinking of you and your precious angel.We say her name and her memory lives on.
The hardest part about a tragedy is that our world stops. The rest of the world keeps going. It doesn’t seem to make any sense. We want the world to stop with us… to understand that we can barely breathe let alone continue living our lives. Thank you for speaking your truth and helping others understand what you need from them. You are a brave, strong, amazing woman, Jessica. My heart and prayers are with you.
♡♡♡♡Ansley♡♡♡♡
Thinking and praying for both Jessica and Ansley today. Love and prayers!
Jessica, I honor your precious Ansley today from Montana. Her life was real, and she matters.
Thinking of you and your precious Ansley.
Jessica, my heart aches for you. Ansley is with you every moment in you or heart even though she is not in your arms. I send you love and light and faith. Love for your wounds that make you whole. Light to bring you comfort in the dark and faith that she is remembered and missed. So hugs for you sweet Mama on this Mother’s Day and always. I am in Minneapolis MN.
Jessica, know that I am thinking of you and your beautiful little girl Ansley especially today! Her pictures you shared are Adoreable, as I’m sure she lit up your world. My prayers are with you this weekend on Mother’s Day as you celebrate her life and the lives she touched, and is still touching in heaven.
Jessica, Ansley lives on in your heart. Thank you for reminding us to never keep silent. I lost a spouse, my daughter’s a dad, but we remember him often and speak of the joy he brought to our lives. You will be reunited one day but until then I pray others will speak of her often with you.
Jessica, I am thinking of you this Mother’s Day weekend, as you remember your sweet Ansley and miss her so very much. My husband and I lost our first baby in June of 2000. She was 3 months old. She was born with multiple heart defects and her little heart could not sustain her and the Lord called her home. I have experienced many of the things you shared with the group of women you were with. I, too, want people who knew her to remember her with me and say her name and I want others who didn’t know her to hear all about her. We have 4 other children and it is always hard when we meet new people and they ask how many children we have- I always say 4 and my heart breaks. I know I need to say 5 and deal with how it might be awkward for them. Our daughter’s name was Emily and we miss her so very much. My other children know all about her and we talk about her a lot and how we long for heaven to see her again. Thank you for sharing your heart about Ansley. Thankful for everyone who has left a comment and are thinking of you this weekend. May the God of all grace bring you comfort and peace. Rebecca, from Chattanooga, TN
Thank you for sharing this post. It’s letting me know that I am NOT alone. Jessica, I am with you. Ansley is a treasure! My only child, Bella, 8.5 yrs old, died Thanksgiving Day, 2014. I send you love, light, and information, from Lansing, Michigan. Be well kindred spirits 🙂
Ansley was your little Angel and I pray for you today and for Mothers Day. She is a very special little girl and was very much loved. I am sending hugs to you today.
We just need to listen to your words and help others that have lost a child. Its hard.but we are sending you big hugs. Love Sharon
Jessica, your Ansley is a beautiful little girl. How blessed you are to be her mother. Please know that she is with you every moment still. Have a peaceful Mother’s Day.
Thank you for sharing this so I know what to say to my niece, who lost twin girls in childbirth years ago.
There once was a set little girl named Ansley. And she lived.
My 5 1/2 year old daughter, Kenadi, passed away unexpectedly a year ago in March. I feel you … I hear you … I’m here with you. I’ll stop the world right now for your precious girl and pray that because of our connection that maybe our girls are connecting in Heaven right now. Spearfish, SD 🙂
Jessica,
This weekend my thoughts will be with you, and on your angel Ansley. I cannot conceive of the pain you must feel, but I know you love your daughter. On Mother’s day please know I will celebrate your motherhood, and her daughterhood.
with love and blessings, Kathy in Pennsylvania.
Jessica, thank you for sharing pictures of your beautiful Ansley, and for helping me to understand loss and Grief just a little better. You and Ansley are on my heart today as I go to work; I will be thinking of you, Ansley and your family and praying for you all. Sending you Love and a hug from California, Sue
Jessica- Tears are rolling down my cheeks today in recognition of the loss you have experienced. The precious life of your daughter is on my heart and mind today.
Holding you in my thoughts today sweet muma, and your beautiful Angel daughter Ansley and sending you love and hugs from over here in Australia, today and every day xxx
Dear Jessica –
You have expressed the concern that’s been heavy on my mind for some time. So many of my friends and family have lost a child, including my own mama, and I want them to know I remember they are still that child’s mama, that that child was here and his or her life mattered, and I am here for them… For whatever. There is no word for a parent who has lost a child, and it bothers me. Tomorrow is Mother’s Day. I’ll be thinking of you and all the other mother’s I know, and celebrating what’s probably been the best and brightest thing you have ever done – making and loving that sweet child!
(Yes, it was strange that your Ansley and I share the same name. In our family, we lost Ryanne, and I miss her every day.)
With love from Mills River, NC,
Ansley Weeks
Jessica, Mother’s Day must be another incredibly hard day, as you want to feel Ashley’s arms around you and calling you Mama. Blessings to you sweet Mama, and much love to you. In honor of beautiful Ashley, I will reach out to a friend tomorrow that lost her baby Noah a number of years ago. I still think of him and the journey they went through not knowing (and never finding out) what was wrong with him who was born healthy but spent his last seven months in a hospital. May you cherish your memories of Ashley and hold them as tight as you once held her. May you feel our Monkee love for you on Mother’s Day and everyday. May you know that we remember Ashley and honor her memory by speaking her name. May you sense her dancing in heaven and may you anticipate that happy reunion someday when you can see her again. Blessings to you sweet Jessica on Mother’s Day and everyday. (((((Hugs)))))
Dear Jessica,
What a beautiful little girl your Ansley is. I pray you can find comfort in knowing she is in heaven enjoying all of beauty and joy we can only imagine.
I understand your pain and sorrow I have experienced the same sadness and pain. May God give you the strength the to get through each day. When people ask how we made it through life we can only say “Only by God’s grace.”
Happy Mothers day Jessica. I hope you can feel blessed and loved by many.
thinking of you, your family, and your Angel, Ansley. Sending lots of love your way, every day. xo
From Wilmington, NC- Jessica- Your story really touched my mommy heart today. Sweet Ansley will never be forgotten. May God bless you and know He is holding her safe in His arms until you can again.
Love, Michelle
Jessica, it’s so important for others to be brave to talk about Ansley. My husband died less than a year ago and even though my daughter and I have lots of support, I’m the one who has to bring him up, to bring his presence into the conversation, into the room. Thank you for bringing Ansley’s presence into that room, for reminding all of us that silence is not neutral. Loss sucks, there’s just no getting around that, but may you feel surrounded by love and support.
-Alisa, from Arlington, MA
Thinking of you today and your little Angel. I plan on calling my friend that lost her baby as well in honor of Ansley. Thank you for having the courage to remind us that just because someone is not seen anymore they are felt and more alive in us every day. Bless you.