Trying to get a little shading started. Worked on D's brain more, well covering it up with his hair anyway (Devany and E would understand). Fixed up E and D's lips and before I knew it, my little ones were waking from their naps.
I was thinking of all the mamas today that lost their precious babies as well, I was in the room with quite a few at the book signing for To Linger on Hot Coals in downtown Lancaster. This was the place I was able to meet Violets mother, Devany for the first time in person. Devany was one of the book contributors and I attended to listen to her poetry and support her. It was held at Mulberry Art Studios and the women book contributors read their poetry. It was very moving and a wonderful expression of feeling and grief. There was a beautiful display of candles. Each candle was lovingly marked with the name of a child very much missed and loved. I was able to linger over them and say silent prayers for them and their families. I stood near the table of strong women and watched as they signed books, gave hugs and quietly shared with other mothers. It was there that I learned of the Sweet Pea Project. The Sweet Pea Project was created by Stephanie Cole after the death of her daughter Madeline, as a way to honor her memory and reach out to other bereaved parents. The Sweet Pea Project offers comfort, support and gentle guidance to families who have experienced the death of a baby.
I am so grateful there is a community of mamas out there to support other mamas during a time of grief, loss and sadness. I imagine it could swallow you whole if you let it. No one is immune to the loss of a child.
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