For Our Gracie

I will light a candle as a reminder of her love light that will shine in your heart forever. Every time you see a star, a white Christmas light or even a candle just know that those are lights of love. They are there to light the way for you and your loved ones. Let those lights also be a reminder to you that no matter where you are and no matter where she is you will both sleeping under the same great sky. As someone who also had to love and let a daughter go around Christmas every time I see a star I am reminded of the love and joy that we shared with Miranda. I am at peace believing that somewhere in this world she is safe. I believe in the star lights of love so much that our darling daughter who is 20 months old is named Star. She is our shining Star, her love light will shine in our hearts forever and in the hearts of those she meets in her life journey. Gracies love light will also shine in your heart and in those she meets in her life journey. Your time together may have been short but your love for her will last a lifetime. Hugs, Maria

My situation is different from yours, but I know the pain of loving a child, then having them leave. I say the following prayer for "our" girls each night... The light of God surrounds you, The love of God enfolds you, The power of God protects you, Wherever you are God is! You're love will always be with Gracie. The time she spent with you is imprinted on her soul. The experience that she had of being cherished by you during her first days will always be a part of who she is. I pray that God will carry you through this difficult time...