We are just now ready to start receiving visitors other than our immediate family. We understand that acknowledgement of William’s short life may be upsetting to you but it can be very comforting to us. You may think the less said, the better. Until now, we did not know how important it would be for us to tell you of our little William, even though he died. You can help us get through this by letting us talk about our sorrow when we feel the need, allowing us to cry when we want, and not pretending that everything’s ok... when it’s not. It will take time, but with your support we will make it.
We love hearing from you in the comments! Please also feel free to send us texts or emails rather than calling us. We find phone calls to be overwhelming right now. We've appreciated your prayers, meals prepared for us during the week, and the gifts you have sent. We will cherish the gifts forever, some are displayed around our house, others have been placed in William’s memory box. A very special bracelet has been worn around my wrist since the day I received it. We love to receive cards so please keep them coming. We love hearing from you and so does William. Thank you. We are grateful for your support, and will need it for years to come.
XOXO
Liz and Tom
Alex and I think of all of you daily. You are so courageous to share William's life with us. Love you, Aunt Anne
ReplyDeleteThank you, Aunt Anne. We have more courage than we think. Sharing William's life gives us much happiness. Love you too, Liz and Tom
DeleteI woke up this morning and thought about how much joy baby William is bringing Grandma and Grandpa McDowell. I can actually invision them in heaven hold him dearly and smiling. Thank you for sharing and letting is crash your dinner plans the other night. Keep us updated on what you find out as more tests come back.
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Megan
Thank you, Meghan. We remember in the hospital thinking the same thing. William has many great grandparents watching over him now. I too have imagined Grandma's beautiful smile as she holds William and laughs at how much he looks like a McDowell :)
DeleteWe will keep in touch. The dinner was much appreciated, very comforting, and delicious - especially because of your company.
Hugs back, Liz and Tom