Sunday, March 27, 2011

One Year Ago Today...

Having the kids sealed to us are some of the most awesome experiences we have ever had.  In our family, we celebrate the day each of the kids were sealed us.  We make a cake and celebrate our eternal family.  The kids love celebrating their anniversaries.  One year ago today, Andrew was sealed to us.

When Aubs and Tann were sealed to us, the kids were brought to the sealing room first, and Eric and I entered last.  With Andrew, Eric and I came in then waited for all the kids to come in.  We could hear them making noises down the hallway, and as they came in I was overcome by the Spirit and how special the day was.  I think I cried through most of the ceremony.  Andrew was so perfect that day.  Eric's mom had made all the kids perfect white clothes, and Andrew had the cutest one piece outfit with a vest and bow tie.  He was so happy and easy going.  Andrew had gone without his morning nap, but was still our same, special little boy.
This special day has taken on a new meaning after Andrew died.  It is because he was sealed to us that we know we will see him again.  It is still pretty surreal that instead of celebrating his anniversary with him here, we spent this last week picking out his headstone.  I'm so grateful for this sweet boy.  I am so grateful that we are so blessed in being his parents.  I miss him so much!  I miss his chubby hands, his funny faces, snuggling with him, holding him on my hip, feeding him yogurt, tickling him, and so many more things.
I am so deeply thankful for the understanding that our family relationships can extend beyond this life and into eternity.  I love my angel son, Andrew.

9 comments:

Winders said...

What an incredible blessing that he is sealed to you. You are an amazing Mom.

Allison Barnes said...

what a special anniversary date. beautiful pictures of that day. What a wonderful plan!

Trevor and Holly said...

What a beautiful family you have. I love all the pictures of Andrew. You can see his sweet spirit shine right through his smiley face. We are so blessed to have this gospel and be so close to temples. You really are an amazing mother. I love you Jenny and still pray for your sweet family.

The Thackers said...

Okay, crying. Must stop. Sniff. Sniff. Love your family and love that it's eternal!! :-)

Toby and Tammy said...

Beautiful post, Jenny. I am so thankful for th gospel, thankful for you and your willingness to share with us your feelings. Andrew is beautiful and I'm so thankful he is sealed to you and Eric forever. What a blessing.
Know that I am thinking about you all the time. Thank you for helping me be a better Mom. I hug my kids more every day, esp Wesley. He just turned 15 months this past week. Grateful for my children.

MelissaR said...

I love this picture of your family- you all look so pure and innocent. Thank you for reminding us all what a gift and blessing it is to know that we can be an eternal family. Love you guys!

Natalie said...

You guys are amazing!! And he is the cutest little angel! We are truly blessed to have the gospel in out lives. We miss you guys and hope all is well.

Joshua Njoroge frm Kenya said...

I love everything in this page!Makes me feel the spirit so strong.I love the set up of a family & the knowledge that it is eternal,Love you guys.

Debbie said...

I remember that day. It was such a happy one. THanks for inviting Mike and I so share such a special day.