Tag: Loss of a child

Our Trisomy 18 Journey: Empty Arms

My dad and one of my sister’s came in and honestly, I think at that point, he was still alive. Shortly after, I had each of my daughter’s come in to meet him, and essentially, to also say goodbye. I kept them separate so… Continue Reading “Our Trisomy 18 Journey: Empty Arms”

Battling Grief After the Loss of A Child

From my life’s experience, I believe that there is depression and that there is grief. While you certainly can have both at the same time, the two are not interchangeable. I am grieving. For many years, I struggled with depression and on many occasions,… Continue Reading “Battling Grief After the Loss of A Child”

Our Trisomy 18 Journey: The Impossible Choice

Frankly, my choice when facing a Trisomy 18 diagnosis is no one’s business but my own. But being put in a position where I was asked to make an impossible decision has opened my eyes and my heart to others and I urge you… Continue Reading “Our Trisomy 18 Journey: The Impossible Choice”

Our Trisomy 18 Journey: The Funeral

“Here I am, Lord. Is it I, Lord?” The sounds of children’s voices echoed through the cathedral at my daughters’ school as my husband, dressed in black, carried our son Gabriel towards the altar. My two daughters and I, along with our family members… Continue Reading “Our Trisomy 18 Journey: The Funeral”