Child Loss -- Greiving with the family

The Wedding August 9, 2003

My grandaughter, was beautiful, simply radiant. I was ushered in by my Bobby's son, Bobby II, my husband, Patrick escorted Jessica. As they were coming down the isle, I almost burst into tears. Not only for happiness for her, (my hubby looked pretty good too) but also for her Dad, who should have been there.

It was a beautiful ceremony. Complete with candle lighters, 4 bridesmaids and groomsmen, ring bearers, flower girl. The look on Roberts face when he saw her for the first time in her bridal gown as she started down the isle, was pure love and pride.

It was really neat to see my husband dance with our Jessica at the reception. Before we left, I told her I love her and gave her a hug and kiss and told her to be happy. She said, "I am. I love you too." It was obvious by the glow on her face and the gleam in her eye, that she was happy. We told Robert that we love him and welcomed him into the family.

After we left the reception, my husband took off his boutinier and said that he would like to put it on Bobbys grave. I told him it was getting too late and the gate would be locked.

So, Sunday, after church we stopped by and we both put our flowers there for our Bobby.

It was so very touching as my husband squated down and said, "Son, your daughter was beautiful last night at her wedding. This is for you, son. I love you". After we left, he said 'I think Bobby heard me'.

Anyway, it has been a while since I have seen that much emotion from him.

I am a lucky woman to have the opportunity to love them so much.

All in all, it was a very nice evening, and for a little while, I was able to smile and be happy.

Love and hugs

Rean

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