September 19, 2007
One year ago today, for the first time we were the parents of three beautiful children. Although we were struggling and fighting for Samantha’s life we were all able to find some happiness that day… Happy 1st Birthday Jason.
Now we begin our 7th month without Samantha. Every day is a new challenge. Things will never be the same for us and dealing with the finality of Samantha passing is very difficult. Most days it is still unbelievable. Missing her and wanting to hold her again, hear the sound of her voice, or smell the scent of her hair will be with us for the rest of our lives. The feelings are overwhelming and impossible to put into words.
We were looking forward to school starting thinking it would help all of us. In some ways it has but it is hard for us as parents to drop off one child when it should be two. To see Samantha’s classmates coming and going full of life is also difficult. She should be there laughing, learning and growing with them. Christopher is facing his own struggles with that as well, which continues to tear at our hearts. We are working through it the best we can.
On the other hand his activities have gotten us out more. Being around people again is helpful. I think, in my case anyway, it has sparked a little life back up inside me and has made me want to do more. Over the past few weeks I have found myself actually doing things I have been talking about doing for a while. That to me is a big step and I am glad to finally be taking it. I don’t know if it will last or for how long but for the moment I feel a little better. Kurt’s work is picking up which has made him feel better too. Let’s hope that continues.
On September 24th Chillis Restaurants nationwide will donate 100% of it's profits to St. Jude Childrens Reasearch Hospital. It is an easy way to help in the fight against childhood cancer and enjoy a good meal. Please check out your local Chilli's to see if they are participants.
We are still working on the website for the Memorial Fund and it is coming along slowly. We hope to have it up and running soon.
We, as always, are grateful to all of you who continue to reach out to us and give us strength.
Happy Birthday Jason, you have brought so much joy to your family little guy.
Samantha you are deeply missed. We love you sweetie.
Love,
Audra, Kurt, Christopher, & Jason
One year ago today, for the first time we were the parents of three beautiful children. Although we were struggling and fighting for Samantha’s life we were all able to find some happiness that day… Happy 1st Birthday Jason.
Now we begin our 7th month without Samantha. Every day is a new challenge. Things will never be the same for us and dealing with the finality of Samantha passing is very difficult. Most days it is still unbelievable. Missing her and wanting to hold her again, hear the sound of her voice, or smell the scent of her hair will be with us for the rest of our lives. The feelings are overwhelming and impossible to put into words.
We were looking forward to school starting thinking it would help all of us. In some ways it has but it is hard for us as parents to drop off one child when it should be two. To see Samantha’s classmates coming and going full of life is also difficult. She should be there laughing, learning and growing with them. Christopher is facing his own struggles with that as well, which continues to tear at our hearts. We are working through it the best we can.
On the other hand his activities have gotten us out more. Being around people again is helpful. I think, in my case anyway, it has sparked a little life back up inside me and has made me want to do more. Over the past few weeks I have found myself actually doing things I have been talking about doing for a while. That to me is a big step and I am glad to finally be taking it. I don’t know if it will last or for how long but for the moment I feel a little better. Kurt’s work is picking up which has made him feel better too. Let’s hope that continues.
On September 24th Chillis Restaurants nationwide will donate 100% of it's profits to St. Jude Childrens Reasearch Hospital. It is an easy way to help in the fight against childhood cancer and enjoy a good meal. Please check out your local Chilli's to see if they are participants.
We are still working on the website for the Memorial Fund and it is coming along slowly. We hope to have it up and running soon.
We, as always, are grateful to all of you who continue to reach out to us and give us strength.
Happy Birthday Jason, you have brought so much joy to your family little guy.
Samantha you are deeply missed. We love you sweetie.
Love,
Audra, Kurt, Christopher, & Jason
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