Today my little man would have been turning 5. He would have been off to his first day of school - a pretty big milestone for all kids, and just one of the many that we have missed and will continue to miss in the future.
To some it may seem strange to make a birthday card each year for someone who is no longer with us, but for us it just seemed the right thing to do. It has also given us an ideal place to write our thoughts about him as each year passes. Here is his card for this year
As I didn't need to worry about posting this card (last time I checked NZ Post didn't deliver to heaven ;) ) I was able to make it any size I liked, so this card is about 22cm long - I really wanted to get 5 carriages on the train!
So what kinds on things will I be writing in his card this year....actually I don't really know yet, I just tend to let it flow as I write it. But things that have crossed my mind in recent days are wondering whether he would have enjoyed going to school, or whether he would have been one of those kids that have to be dragged out of bed each morning to go. I wonder if he would be as confident, and outgoing, and cheeky as his little sister. I wonder little things like how tall he would be, and which toys he would be in to, what things would have been on his birthday & Christmas wishlists . Would he and his sister be close, or would they squabble and fight? Questions that will never have answers, but I can't help asking them all the same...
Materials
Stamps: Choo Choo, On Track Stampin' Around Wheel
Cardstock: Riding Hood Red, So Saffron, Whisper White, Parisian Breeze Specialty DSP
Ink: Riding Hood Red, So Saffron, Baja Breeze, Basic Grey
Other: White Taffeta Ribbon, Styled Silver Hodgepodge, Chipboard, Acrylic Paint
15 comments:
Thinking of you.
thinking of you and your family.
that's a very beautiful thing to do each year.
Hi Sharlene,
If making a card for your little boy each and every year helps you heal, then I say keep on doing it! I think its a wonderful thing, and your card for his birthday this year is just fantastic! I'm thinking of you and sending you big hugs across the sea!
Luv Karen
x
What a beautiful post, both the card and the thoughts. Sending you big hugs today as you remember your little boy.
Hi Sharlene
Special thoughts for you and your DH and DD today on your son's fifth birthday. I think that making a birthday card is an awesome thing to do for him.
Big hugs
Sandra :-)
Oooops....hubby has obviously changed the name on this blogger account grrrr.
This (and the post before) should read Sandra said lol!!!
Sandra
beautiful words and a lovely tradition for your wee man. Thinking of you and your family
sharlene...sending hugs for this milestone....**HUGS**...as for that card it is a stunner.... any 5 year old would love it...as do I
My thoughts are with you and your family Sharlene. I think the making of the card is a wonderful tradition and something that will bring comfort to each member of the family. Thank you for sharing both the card and the person it was made for.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on this day.
I think this is an awesome and respectful thing you do.
My hat comes off too you....
What a wonderful way to express your love and rememberance. I am sure he knows he is loved and cherished. Loving and healing thoughts to you and your family. Denise
What a special thing to do. We need to remember the special people in our lives, even if they aren't physically with us any more, so I think this is a really wonderful thing to do - don't stop!
Sending lots of hugs your way.
Sharlene
Hi Sharlene
I love this beautiful card and all it represents. Even though he is no longer with you in body his spirit lives on and I love that you celebrate his birthday each year.
Sending you love, and birthday hugs to your boy in heaven.
Tania xx
Hugs Sharlene. Yes, they would have squabbled but they would also have been best friends as your little girl and your new baby will do/be. He would have loved school because he has a supportive family and he would have loved jumping, climbing, riding as all little boys do
he'd love it sharlene. hugs
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