March 2017

Happy Mother’s Day to not only those who have healthy children but especially to those who have lost children, stillborn children or miscarried children. The recent loss of our daughter has bought to light that life is never to be taken for granted and that even though we have not had the privilege of sleepless nights, teething and changing nappies we still feel the blessing that is parenthood. We have spent an afternoon at the cemetery while many were at cafés and relatives homes. We do not feel resentment to our fellow parents who are fortunate to have healthy children but rather a connection to those who are in the same position as us. It’s a sad day for many of us and we just hope that you love and respect your children as much as we would ours if is she was sharing the physical plane with us. Amongst our brothers and sisters who have lost children we also spare a thought of love for those who cannot have children. Today must be a hard day for you too and my wife and I extend to you a loving hand on what must feel like a party that everyone is invited to except for you. Well you’re welcome at our party and I’m sure that anyone who has shared the same tragedy that we have would agree. The best gift you can give us is to love your children as we do ours. Hug them a little tighter and a little longer on behalf of the rest of us who don’t have that privilege.

PS: On a personal note thank you for the text messages that were sent to my wife for mother’s day – it’s made a very hard day just a little easier. If you’re trying to reach her you won’t get her on facebook and if you don’t have her number please private message me and I will pass it on. Much Love xxoo