"There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are messengers of overwhelming grief... and unspeakable love.” - Washington Irving
Need I say more?
"There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are messengers of overwhelming grief... and unspeakable love.” - Washington Irving
"For we know that when this earthly tent we live in is taken down (that is, when we die and leave this earthly body), we will have a house in heaven, an eternal body made for us by God himself and not by human hands" 2 Corinthians 5:1
"So be truly glad. There is wonderful joy ahead, even though you have to endure many trials for a little while. These trials will show that your faith is genuine. It is being tested as fire tests and purifies gold -- though your faith is far more precious than mere gold. So when your faith remains strong through many trials, it will bring you much praise and glory and honor on the day when Jesus Christ is revealed to the whole world." 1 Peter 1:6-7
So glad the quote spoke to your grief in such a personal way too. Thank you for the encouragement & kind words...I'm trying to take things day by day, it just hits so hard sometimes. I do have faith that I will survive though and that gives me some hope...although I do know I am forever changed.
ReplyDeleteRebecca, your wounds are so raw and you are allowed, more so entitled, to grieve at your own pace. Getting in touch with your feelings of grief is very helpful, better yet, necessary. Please do take your time. You and your husband deserve to grieve for your Lilian Grace. Do not get discouraged, your wounds will never truly heal, but in time, acceptance will make life easier to handle and live by.
ReplyDeleteYes, losing a child forever changes a person, a parent. When you are good and ready, your loss and your love for Lilian Grace can fuel you into doing something worthwhile... in time. Let go and let God.
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