One thing I learned from Makenna's life is to savor every beautiful moment. Life is full of necessities, work that need to be done. Work is good. However, we should seek after and savor the wonder and beauty that surrounds us. This includes, but is not limited to, the world around us, our family and friends, our children and spouses... etc.
I would like to express my gratitude to everyone of my family members, old friends, and new friends that have shared so much love and concern for Ken and I. We are so thankful for the thoughts, prayers, gifts, and services we have received. Many people have commented that I seem strong for having gone through such a tragedy. My only explanation is the peace my Heavenly Father has brought me when I pray and the love I felt as many have reached out to us.
Thank you!
I am excited to share some photos that were taken of Makenna's last few hours with us. These were taken by Matthew Tennison, a professional photographer that donated his time to us through a non-profit organization called "Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep" . I will forever be grateful to him. He was able to capture our last tender moments together perfectly.
It has been hard trying to return to "normal" life. But, the world keeps turning, and so do my boys....hahaha, as they should. I have a feeling the experience of loosing a child has changed me forever, for better or worse I am not yet sure. But, definitely changed. I can still feel my sweet baby girl next to me and I know she is watching out for me. She will forever be with me. I hope and pray I can take the lessons I have learned to help me be a better mother, wife, friend, and woman...
It has been a privilege sharing this awful and incredible journey I have taken with Makenna. I know many of you have journeyed with us. It has been not only therapeutic for me, but I have found comfort in knowing that her life has touched so many. I am so proud of her. Our journey is not over. She just took a small detour ahead of me. I look forward with a brightness of hope to that day when we can walk together again...
"My life is a painting created by God,
ReplyDeleteAnd as such I've nothing to boast;
Reflecting the image of Christ to the world
Is what I desire the most" by Sper
Brienne....these words were in my devotional from yesterday (Our Daily Bread)...you have reflected Christ to so many by sharing your journey. The pictures are treasures! Thanks for sharing so much from your heart.
You, dear Brienne, and your story are an inspiration to us all. I am grateful that you shared it with your followers who will now only admire you and love you all the more than we already do. It was obvious from the beginning to me, that behind your beautiful work there was a beautiful woman! Yes, art feeds the soul and helps to heal our wounds! May your art work that magic!
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