tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-450190796935126159.post7626992081516977308..comments2023-06-26T02:00:10.690-07:00Comments on Gabrielle: Dear StrangerRegan Rosshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07974050446433040443noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-450190796935126159.post-59250850447874346002013-05-09T21:20:08.921-07:002013-05-09T21:20:08.921-07:00You were chosen by God to raise Gabrielle-she was ...You were chosen by God to raise Gabrielle-she was given just to you, because only you could represent her to the world. Only you would not measure her value by days, by milestones. Only you were open enough to recieve what she had to offer. It is a job that only a very few are chosen to do. My heart breaks that there are those so ignorant who do not recongize that ones contribution to this world is not measured by the days we spend on this earth. WE are all a gift from God, we all have a purpose to fulfill-even if it is only know to God. Here is a poem -author unknown- that brings this home. Sorry this post is so long. But you are truly chosen by God.<br /><br />Do not judge a song by its duration<br /> Nor by the number of its notes<br /> Judge it by the richness of its contents<br /> Sometimes those unfinished are among the most poignant…<br />Do not judge a song by its duration<br /> Nor by the number of its notes<br /> Judge it by the way it touches and lifts the soul<br /> Sometimes those unfinished are among the most beautiful…<br />And when something has enriched your life<br /> And when it’s melody lingers on in your heart.<br /> Is it unfinished?<br /> Or is it endless?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-450190796935126159.post-31801849732435693932013-05-02T23:50:28.679-07:002013-05-02T23:50:28.679-07:00Amy, I'm sorry that you had to hear that comme...Amy, I'm sorry that you had to hear that comment. Although I haven't received a hurtful blunt comment like that, I get looks that say the same message, loud and clear.<br /><br />I have to admit I've even thought it once or twice. If she didn't survive the birth she wouldn't have to go through this life that is so unfair. Our job of maximizing their short lives is both a privilege and a curse. <br /><br />Don't pay too much attention to thoughtless people like that. That comment proves that not only does this person lack empathy, this person has little concept of reality. In what country (or planet) can a parent extinguish a child because he/she is difficult? I hope next week is better.<br /><br /> Nikola Dobrohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01838315669915502611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-450190796935126159.post-23623156418592494162013-04-29T13:49:43.622-07:002013-04-29T13:49:43.622-07:00Well said Amy. You and your family are stronger b...Well said Amy. You and your family are stronger because of your experiences with Gabrielle and I commend you for all your strength and positiveness. I am always so encouraged when I read your blog and find inspiration in your strength. Sweet Gabby is so lucky to have such a beautifully strong Mommy such as yourself. Hugs to all!<br />Love, Ames xoxoAmyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16126290451757928299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-450190796935126159.post-14388206348463419912013-04-29T00:59:33.623-07:002013-04-29T00:59:33.623-07:00Amy how beautifully said. I too had the pleasure o...Amy how beautifully said. I too had the pleasure of coming across an ignorant, insensitive piece of work just after Julian died. My neighbour paid us a visit to show her respects and at the time thought it appropriate to tell me we would have been better off if Julian had died at birth. Unfortunately at the time I was too emotional and shell-shocked to really respond. All I said was 'But then we never would have known our special little boy.' But those hurtful words have stayed with me and often play on my mind. I would give anything to have one more day with Julian, the thought of wishing him dead from birth is just beyond anything anyone with a heart could think. I know we have been given the gift of perspective through our journeys but if people actually took the time to get to know our babies and to let their hearts be opened up with their love, they too would be given a little of this gift. As you say, it's easier and less scary to stand back and judge from afar. Antonella xxx<br />PS - Our babies need us to be 'Dragon Moms' from time to time, so don't ever be ashamed of it! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com