Thank You
I had to bury my little boy today. I have a hard time separating his body from his spirit. I feel as though a huge hole has made it's home in my heart. But I have to say that we celebrated his life and every detail was beautiful. WE had so many people come and as we made our way to the resting place there were a total of 70 cars behind us. The city police and fire department escorted all of us to Sylvan Abbey. It was amazing. I felt so honored that so many people love my son. We even had people salute us, like the president was coming or something. Josiah how special and valued you are my son. I am humbled and so thankful for all of you who fought with us and for those who ministered to our family in ways I never dreamed. We could of not made without you all!!! I thank you with all my heart, thank you. I can't say it enough, thank you.
Love you all!!!
posted by Maria | 7:19 PM
7 Comments:
I love you so much Maria. I wish I could have been there with you, but I felt it more important to help get Crystal get there to be with you. She loves you so very much. We all do. If there is ANYthing I can do (anything at all) PLEASE do not hesitate to call. My home is your home and there is always an open door.
I wish I could have been there too Maria. We are still praying for you and your family up here in Michigan. You guys are so strong, and your faith in God is awesome.
I feel like your names are embedded on my heart Maria. I will continue to lift you guys up in the moments, days, weeks, months, and years to come. I realize this is a long journey. I love you.
There may have been 70 cars there, but there were at least 700 more hearts there, that could not be there in person. We were there with you, in our hearts.
I'm at a loss for words as to what to say, but know that the place in your heart that feels so empty- is filled by his strong spirit.
I had to learn that- you lost a body and gained a heart... he's always with you girl. You will be amazed at the strength you will have through the many years to come, and you will know its that fighter Josiah in your heart- cheering you along. And at night, when your body and heart aches because you miss him- realize that is actually him, touching your heart- reminding you that he is still there... Its a harsh reality when you have to realize that you survived and your child did not. You are a survivor Maria- you are strong, even when you feel broken and feel like there is no way to put all the pieces back together- just know that he is still with you.
I'm sorry this is so long. Its coming from the heart of a mother who lost a child in the womb, which does not compare, nor should it, but my heart does hurt for you-and I will continue to pray for you and your sweet family.
You are an amazing woman - your strengh is so evident, even in your writing. We met years ago in briefly in AL and I found your's and Dan's blog, from a friends blog and have been deeply impressed and burdened for you and Dan, your family and your church, especially this past week.
You will never know the amount of prayers that have been breathed on your behalf.
I can not begin to imagine the pain that you are experiencing, but I know that God that offers healing to the broken, and strengh the weak, and I know you have felt Him.
This entire week, during my work day and even busier times I have been overwhelmingly impressed to stop and pray for you. Some nights I have not even been able to sleep thinking about what you must be experiening. My sister in Christ...just simply...be encouraged and know that we will still raise your arms for you. even still.
I cannot begin to imagine what you are going through. You are on my mind constantly and we continually lift up you and your family. We will not stop praying for you. We pray for peace, and healing in your emotions and spirit. We pray that God holds you, and keeps you, and comforts you beyond what you could imagine at this time. I agree with the person who posted that there were at least 700 hearts with you on Thursday. I think there may have been even more. We have all shared your story and begged people to pray continually for you. Not a casual prayer, but a deep intercession for you and your entire families. You are am amazing woman and you and Dan have always been an inspiration to Matt and I.
Maria.... I love you so much and I wanted to be there on thursday so bad..... You guys were in my prayers and thoughts. You guys are amazing parents!!! I will continue to pray for you and PD and Ben .... I know God will comfort you and be with you and each day will get easier knowing Josiah is with Jesus, and will always be in our hearts.... I wish I could hug you right now (((((((((hug)))))))))!!
Miss you
Renee Jordan.. (Jaqua)
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