His birthday was actually yesterday, but with being on the road and such, I didn't make it on time to post on his actual birthday. Either way, it was a day spent remembering him, his sweet smile, his sweet spirit and all the joy he brought to our lives. As his mom, I sometimes think, I would give anything, anything just to still have him here with me. But then I remember how he suffered physically, and all the unbelievable physical pain he endured and then I instead thank my Heavenly Father for the time I did have him, and that 12 years and 8 months was enough.
I also remember how great the blessing is to be an eternal family. I am still his mommy. I will always be his mommy. On especially tough days I try to remind myself of this often. It also reminds me that the time we have on this Earth is but a brief moment compared to all eternity, and that I have something to look forward to. I can only imagine the sweet day when I can be reunited with my son again. Til then I continue to cherish the memory of Julian, of the time we had him here on earth.
So a very happy birthday to my very sweet, sweet boy!
A picture of the Salt Lake Temple by night. Just to help remind me that families are forever.
1 comments:
Thanks Jane - although I only was able to know Julian for a short while, I loved when he came to church and I was able to touch his hand or head - I don't even know if you and I knew each other then.
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