Thursday, November 5, 2009

Happy Birthday, Matthew

Happy birthday,
Matthew David
November 6, 2008
I love you!

I still remember the miracle of you - the sound of your heartbeat, your gentle kicks, the ultrasound pictures as you continued to grow. The day you were born - the feel of your soft skin, the detail of your perfect little lips, your dark hair, cute nose, and tiny precious fingers around mine . . . the incredible joy and peace showered on us that beautiful day by our loving heavenly Father who understood more than anyone else how much we loved you. I loved you long before you were born, the love magnified as a held you in my arms, and continues on until I see you again.

Your life changed mine.
I will carry you . . . all my life.
You are, and will forever be, our Matthew David, beloved gift from God.
Sleep well.
Love,
Mom

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Kristi, I do think of you often as I scroll through my "favorites". It is so beautiful to see you walk with the Father's love and peace as you continue your journey of missing Matthew. I was honored to be able to read your birthday letter to him. Thank you for sharing! My you continue to feel the love of Jesus hourly!