It’s been a hard year without you little girl.
People have been asking what they can do for our family as Blakely’s 1st Angel Anniversary is approaching on November 21st.
There is a lot to say so I will say it in this blog post.
Thank You For The Support
First of all, thank you for your prayers and support this last year!
They have been felt, and extremely helpful. Thank you for your texts, letters, calls, meals, or any effort extended to our family. I usually didn’t respond, but the gestures were always appreciated.
I know I am not the only one to experience this type of grief, but it’s a monster. The pain of being separated from someone you love with your whole soul (and then some) can only be swallowed up in Christ.
The Evolution of Grief
Blakely is special. Raising her for those 3.5 + years was blissful and we are lucky to be her parents.
As the sting of death lessens with time, other regrets are exposed.
The experiences we are now having as a family without her, and wishing we could see Blakely and Bronson grow up as siblings have been difficult at times.
We trust all will be made right in time.
How We Are Celebrating
We plan to have a quiet day on the 21st as a family re-reading letters, looking at photos/videos, and commemorating her life.
If you would like to send us a text with a picture you took of Blakely, a favorite memory, or something related that comes to your mind, we would love it.
Beyond that, we would appreciate you talking about Blakely with your family to keep her memory alive. Death is a hard concept for kids, especially when it is one of their friends.
Please pray for Blakely as we are sure she is busy working on the other side, and please pray for our family as we venture into the second year without her.
What We Are Looking Forward To
If you believe in a resurrection, please revisit the topic as a family. As members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, we believe in Christ and believe we can live with our families forever.
We believe in the atonement and resurrection of Christ and through him all will be resurrected. In time, and with hope, we can all look forward to seeing Blakely “in a coming day.”
Til We Meet Again BRB
We chose to symbolize Blakely as a Yellow rose in our family pictures. Blakely’s favorite color was yellow, and Rose was her middle name. Till we meet again my little bug.
We love you Blakely forever and continue to be your biggest cheerleaders.
We love your sweet family so much. What a beautiful way to have her in your family pictures. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
I love you both something fierce. My heart hurts, and I don’t have the words, so I’ve failed to say much. But I want you both to know I’ve pressured for you many times, and have sent my love. I love your testimonies. I love the honor you give your sweet Blakey. Sending all of you lots more love and prayers this month ❤️🩹
Molly, I’m sorry, I haven’t kept track of you recently. My life has been busy. I am sorry for the loss of your little girl. I know that you will always think of how old she would have been or what she would be doing right now if she were still with you. I cannot tell you anything you don’t already know except be grateful for the knowledge and testimony that you have. I pray for peace for you and your family.
We love yall so much! Continued prayers for your sweet family. I have cherished the time we have had in the temple together and remembering sweet Blakely as we sit together thinking of eternity and the promised blessings to come. Love you
Molly, you are a beautiful special soul. And so is Blakely. Praying for you and your fam…miss seeing your bright beautiful face and smile, and I can only imagine that Blakely has that radiating in her soul and spirit. You are loved. Thankyou for sharing this.
Lauryn
What a beautiful tribute Molly ♥️
Molly
What a beautiful post. You and your family are truly incredible and Inpray for your broken heart often. You are an astounding testament of Christ’s love and hope.
What a beautiful tribute to your sweet daughter. You are an amazing family and I feel so blessed to know you and to partake of your faith and positivity.
I know that it has been a very difficult year- I can only imagine the countless tears as you have gone through your own personal Gethsemane. We will never forget your sweet yellow rose❤️