Dear Oliver: One year ago today, you were supposed to be born. We were excited to learn that you would be a May baby. We miss you so dearly - we wish we could see you learning to walk - we wish we could see your molars forming - we wish we could hear your first words. Now there are two things we can do at least. We can wish that we'll live our lives the best we can so we can live with you again. And, we can dedicate at least one other day besides your birthday to which we can think about you and others through service. So today is the second annual day of service in honor of you, and I'm going about my business cookin' up a storm. I hope it's good enough, and I hope those I've chosen to serve in your name will enjoy a piece of goodness.
Yes I cut my hair, and yes we finally finished Oliver's gravestone. I designed it myself and I'm quite happy with the result. It's always nice to visit him; it's so peaceful there.
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That is a sweet picture. The grave marker looks really nice. I can't figure out when you were there---did you sneak back over to Yakima?? i was thinking it was not delivered yet?? Anyway, we love you all. Love, mom ( Eileen)
I love the post. You and Steve are a credit to your sons--both of them. I shared the story of Oliver with the codirector of the Mind/Body Medicine Institute at Harvard last week. She asked me if I would type it out and email it too her because as she put it. "I am so moved." I LOVE THE HAIR! What a surprise. I think the marker is perfect.
Oh that's a beautiful gravestone. You are an amazing mother - Oliver is so lucky to have you! I think about you all the time. I met your cousin Elise the other day and she told me that you had surgery. I hope that it went well and you're feeling better! i love you!!! And I love your haircut! You look good with any do!!!
Krista!
I love the grave marker you designed for Oliver. It is so sweet. You are such a great and strong example for me. I hope you are doing well.
What a great post! I love the grave marker you designed for Oliver! It is beautiful. Your hair is way way cute! Call me when you have a second I know you are busy!
Thinking of you. I think the gravestone turned out really, really nice. You did a great job. The haircut looks great and you are a fabulous mom to both your boys. Love you.
The gravestone looks great! Good job on designing it yourself. That is a cute picture of you and Ethan. Hope all is well and that we get to see you guys sometime soon.
You have always inspired me to be a better person. Thanks for your example and strength.
You did a beautiful job designing the grave stone.
Its a beautiful grave marker. The days of service are an amazing idea. Love it, love you all.
P.S. I always love your hair!
What a wonderful idea, to do a day of service in honor of Oliver. The gravestone is sweet and beautiful.
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