Well, it's all over now. Drew's funeral was lovely and just the way that Raymond and I wanted it to be. Raymond was so strong, he got up and spoke from his heart, something that I just could not do. He did such a wonderful job. Drew is now resting under a beautiful tree close to our home surrounded by other precious babies. I know that he's no longer sick where he is and that's my comfort. That and that he was able to educate some people on such a horrible birth defect. That will be his legacy.
Raymond and I do have a request. Whoever registered a star in Drew's name, please contact us. We received the most wonderful package in the mail yesterday with a certificate and the location of Drew's star but there was no mention of who made this special gesture (what a GREAT idea!). We want to thank whoever did this personally so please send me a message or let us know in some other way.
Thursday, April 20, 2006
Funeral's Over and International Star Registry
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I was thinking of you all day long and hoping things went as best they could. You are right about his legacy; I can tell you that I have learned from him. What a wonderful gesture for someone to register a star in his name, what a beautiful tribute.
You guys will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers, and I will continue to come back here to see how you are doing.
~Natalie
(((hugs)))
I have so much I want to say but can't seem to find the words to say it.
I wish I had words to comfort you...
You seem to be such a strong woman, I can't imagine how much pain you must feel. i admire your strength and your honesty about the range of emotions you are feeling. Keep moving forward...L
I'm happy that you were able to find some comfort on such a difficult day. I know how hard it must have been for you and your family. You are always in my thoughts.
Lauren
I am glad the service was beautiful! The May 2005 mommies on sheknows.com had a moment of silence for him during the time his funeral was planned. We have all been thinking of you and Baby Drew and just wanted you to know that. I know you are right and he is in a better place and that surely is a comfort. The star was a lovely idea! I hope someone will come forward and let you know they did it!
Blessings and hugs,
Tasha
I am so glad that the funeral went the way that you and Raymond had hoped for. I have been praying for you all day extra hard! You and Raymond's strength is so inspiring!! You are so very right about Drew's legacy being education. I have definately learned a lot from supporting your family through this amazing journey. That is so sweet that someone named a star for Drew, what a beautiful and loving gesture. There is so much more that I could say but finding the words just seems so hard. I found a poem today that I thought would be good for you. I will email it to you. Thinking of you always and praying so very hard.
(((HUGS)))
Shawna and Family
Jana I have only just stumbled across your story on SK. I cannot tell you the tears I've cried as I read Drew's short journey. My heart aches for you, Raymond, Elizabeth and everyone who loved Drew. What a special little boy. From one mother to another, I am so so sorry for your loss. I will pray for you over this difficult time.
(((HUGS)))
Robyn (Western Australia)
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