Inspirational Thoughts/Passages for a Baby's funeral
Kelly
named Elizah Jess.. Unfortunately, the precious little angel wasn't able to
survive and passed away yesterday, having graced this earth for only 6 days.
I am trying to help organise a service/funeral for my niece and I was
wondering if anyone knows of any lovely, inspirational
thoughts/passages/websites etc that we may be able to find to use during
the service...
TIA
Kelly in Aus
Mummy to Emily 32mths and Isabella 16mths
Night Owl
"Kelly" <k...@k.com> wrote in message
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My condolensces to your sister, her family and extended family!
I'm sure somebody here will be able to direct you to something.
There was a gal here a year or so ago who gave birth prematurely and had
a website dedicated to her child. It was sad but also very touching.
Anni
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>
Stara Baba
<k...@k.com> wrote:
Oh, Kelly. . . . I can only imagine your sorrow. Please accept my
deepest sympathy. :-(
--
"The only difference between a rut and a grave is
the depth of the hole."
-Barb, <www.jamlady.eboard.com> updated 3-26-04.
Marc
> I am trying to help organise a service/funeral for my niece and I was
> wondering if anyone knows of any lovely, inspirational
> thoughts/passages/websites etc that we may be able to find to use during
> the service...
>
Sorry, I don't.
My condolences to your sister and the whole family.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ peace ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Marc
Cheryl
>My sister recently gave birth to a tiny premature little baby girl that she
>named Elizah Jess.. Unfortunately, the precious little angel wasn't able to
>survive and passed away yesterday, having graced this earth for only 6 days.
>
>I am trying to help organise a service/funeral for my niece and I was
>wondering if anyone knows of any lovely, inspirational
>thoughts/passages/websites etc that we may be able to find to use during
>the service...
>
Here's one I found:
An Angel in the book of life
wrote down our baby's birth,
and whispered as she closed the book,
'too beautiful for Earth.'
How very softly you tiptoed into my world;
Almost silent, only a moment you stayed
But what an imprint your footprints left upon my heart.
- Author unknown -
Unfortunately a good place to find a lot of these passages is here:
http://www.heartsofhope.iinet.net.au/homepage/home.html
--
Cheryl
Mum to Shrimp (11 Mar 99), Thud (4 Oct 00)
and Mischief (30 Jul 02)
*Debbie*
your sister and family.
Debbie
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*Debbie*
friends family purchased a star in memory of their Dad and I have always
thought that it is a lovely gesture as you are able to personally name the
star. I found this web site if you are interested.
Debbie
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toto
>My sister recently gave birth to a tiny premature little baby girl that she
>named Elizah Jess.. Unfortunately, the precious little angel wasn't able to
>survive and passed away yesterday, having graced this earth for only 6 days.
>
I am so sorry for your loss, Kelly.
>I am trying to help organise a service/funeral for my niece and I was
>wondering if anyone knows of any lovely, inspirational
>thoughts/passages/websites etc that we may be able to find to use during
>the service...
>
Some poems from:
http://heavenlylights.homestead.com/poetrygrief.html
**************************
A MEMORY HUG
Your loss has left a hole in your heart.
That hole never goes away...
you learn to live with it.
With acceptance of the loss
and changes in your life,
the pain lessens.
Eventually memories fill up the space,
but it never goes away.
Then, when you least expect it,
a memory spills out
of the hole in your heart
and washes you clean again with tears.
Think of it as a "MEMORY HUG"
Author Unknown
******************************
DON'T TELL ME...
Don't tell me that you understand, don't
tell me that you know,
Don't tell me that I will survive, how I
will surely grow.
Don't tell me this is just a test, that
I am truly blessed,
That I am chosen for this task, apart
from all the rest.
Don't come at me with answers that can
only come from me,
Don't tell me how my grief will pass
that I will soon be free.
Don't stand in pious judgment of the
bonds I must untie,
Don't tell me how to suffer, don't tell
me how to cry.
My life is filled with selfishness, my
pain is all I see,
But I need you, I need your love,
unconditionally.
Accept me in my ups and downs, I need
someone to share,
Just hold my hand and let me cry, and
say,
"My friend, I really do care."
Author Unknown
*******************************
When No Words Seem Appropriate
I won't say, "I know how you feel" -
because I don't.
I've lost parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and friends,
but I've never lost a child.
So how can I say I know how you feel?
I won't say, "You'll get over it" -
because you won't.
Life will have to go on.
The washing, cooking, cleaning, the common routine.
These chores will take your mind off your loved one,
but the hurt will still be there.
I won't say, "Your other children will be a comfort to you" -
because they may not be.
Many mothers I've talked to say that after they have lost a child,
they easily lose their temper with their remaining children.
Some even feel resentful that they're alive and healthy
when the other child is not.
I won't say, "Never mind, you're young enough to have another baby" -
because that won't help.
A new baby cannot replace the one that you've lost.
A new baby will fill your hours, keep you busy,
give you sleepless nights.
But it will not replace the one you've lost.
You may hear all these platitudes from your friends and relatives.
They think they are helping.
They don't know what else to say.
You will find out who your true friends are at this time.
Many will avoid you because they can't face you.
Others will talk about the weather,
the holidays and the school concert
but never about how you're coping.
So what will I say?
I will say, "I'm here. I care. Anytime. Anywhere."
I will talk about your loved one.
We'll laugh about the good memories.
I won't mind how long you grieve.
I won't tell you to pull yourself together.
No, I don't know how you feel - but with sharing,
perhaps I will learn a little of what you are going through.
And perhaps you'll feel comfortable with me
and find your burden has eased. Try me.
Written by a pediatric nurse
and submitted to Ann Landers
There are many more poems there, some with more
Christian themes. I like the three above.
>TIA
>
>Kelly in Aus
>Mummy to Emily 32mths and Isabella 16mths
>
--
Dorothy
There is no sound, no cry in all the world
that can be heard unless someone listens ..
The Outer Limits
Teri
> >
> Here's one I found:
> An Angel in the book of life
> wrote down our baby's birth,
> and whispered as she closed the book,
> 'too beautiful for Earth.'
> How very softly you tiptoed into my world;
> Almost silent, only a moment you stayed
> But what an imprint your footprints left upon my heart.
>
> - Author unknown -
//wiping tears.
Teri
>
Diana Stötzer
I am very sad for your and your families loss. My condolences.
> An Angel in the book of life
> wrote down our baby's birth,
> and whispered as she closed the book,
> 'too beautiful for Earth.'
> How very softly you tiptoed into my world;
> Almost silent, only a moment you stayed
> But what an imprint your footprints left upon my heart.
Oh my, Cheryl! The poems posted were all very touching, but this one here
had me crying instantly.
Bye from Hamburg,
Diana
kiticat
Im really sorry Kelly, I didnt see this before I posted my post .....
Im so sorry to hear about little Elizah. It must be very hard for you
all. You sound like such a good sister and your help at this time will
bring more comfort than you can know.
Sarah
Nan
Kelly
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Thank you all for your kind words, support and beautiful passages.. I am
not sure which had me crying more..
CY
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Beth Thomas
the perfect words for you, but I don't. I hope you are able to find just
the right way to help your family express what they want to say during her
service.
Beth
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Vic
Im sure some here will be able to help.
I am so sorry and am thinking of you and your family.
bimbette
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Mamma Mia
i dont have any specific readings kelly, but when i was pregnant with
jeremy, before he was even born, i used to think that if something terrible
happened, that little baby would have taught me and my DH so much about
love - taken us to new heights in our capacity to love.
anyway, hope the service goes ok, i guess it will be heart wrenching, we are
thinking of you.
rest in peace little elizah
christine
sawdustspecialist
was over they went outside and everyone let go pink helium filled balloons
as music was playing, I cannot remeber the song but it was a nice touch
watching the balloons dissappear high up in the sky.
Take care
((((Kelly))))
Alissa
Staycalm
problems. If they land in water they can kill whales who think they are
jellyfish. What about handing everyone at the funeral a memorial tree
seedling to plant so that the family will know there are all these trees
that will grow and blossom.
Liz
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elizabeth emerald
kelly, i wanted to email you, but couldn't work out your address. if there
is anything i can do to help you or your family from down here, i would be
happy to.
--
elizabeth (in australia)
DS - born 20-aug-02
"Old school don't mean I'm better, I'm just getting older" -- Bias B
Kelly
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>
> kelly, i wanted to email you, but couldn't work out your address. if there
> is anything i can do to help you or your family from down here, i would be
> happy to.
> --
organising the funeral and service at the moment..
my email if need be is: kelly at optusnet dot com dot au
elizabeth emerald
kelly,
how are you holding up? are you okay? how are your girls? i am sure you are
a great comfort for your sister and her husband at the moment.
((hugs))
Kelly
>
> kelly,
>
> how are you holding up? are you okay?
that everyone can come to, so that there is only one day where people will
be uncomfortable with speaking to her and giving their condolences.. So, I
have on the computer all day making a booklet, that has a photo and a small
story about Elizah.
>how are your girls?
They are ok, they don't fully understand.. Which is sad in one way, but not
in another. My sister and her DH were here for dinner and Bella came and
sat on her lap and patted her stomach, saying baby - as she has always
done - made us all teary.. With Emily as she is that bit, older we have been
discussing heaven and that it is just behind the clouds and Elizah will be
waiting for us and watching and taking care of us - she kind of
understands..
>i am sure you are a great comfort for your sister and her husband at the
moment.
I hope that I can be and am.. Thanks for your kind words and thoughts, you
are lovely..
> ((hugs))
thanks, they are much needed
Kelly
Mummy to Emily 32mths and Isabella 16mths
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On Saturday, May 1, 2004 9:15:58 AM UTC+5:30, Kelly wrote: