An Angel Born Sleeping
Today I was called for another Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep session. (You can read about my first one here.) I was able to go but after a few calls I couldn’t find anyone to go along with me. Although I knew I probably could handle it on my own I really, really preferred to have some moral support at least. Finally I asked my husband if he would be willing to go with me. Thankfully he agreed.
When we got to the hospital I was a nervous wreck. These sessions are SO hard. Especially for someone who is a mother herself. It’s impossible to not immediately place yourself in that mother’s shoes and take on the achings of her heart. By God’s grace alone I made it through. And my husband? He was amazing. Brandon’s “day job” is a mortician so he was the perfect partner for this session. Even the nurse said, “Well that’s convenient!” It had never occurred to me before how appropriate it was to bring him along. The parents had an outfit for the child and I was hesitant to put it on myself. I asked the nurse if she would do it but then realized that this is what my husband does every day. It was simple to him. He knew just how to handle the child and was absolutely incredible. When my emotions tried to get the best of me he was there with his calm, constant voice. What a blessing he was to me today.
To Mason’s parents, I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Your son is beautiful and I was truly blessed to meet him. I pray that God holds you both extra tight as you mourn your sweet boy.
Mason was born sleeping at only 34 weeks. He was 4 lbs 4 oz and was 19 inches long.
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**Edited to Add**
I want to make sure I reiterate that these sessions are 100% free to the families. They will receive a CD of all images at absolutely no cost to them.
Amy Bless your heart. You gave this family a gift that will stay with them until they meet their son again. To some you may just be “photographer” but for those of us who has lost a loved one or was closed to losing a loved one, the moments you captured may be the only thing they have to keep their memory alive. Thank you for sharing. You touched their lives……
Dear Amy,
I had a son that lived just two and one half days. The pictures I have helped me so much. I really don’t know how I would have gotten through the first year without them. Eighteen years later, they still bring me comfort. Thank you so much for having the courage and compassion to face the pain of grieving parents in order to provide them with a healing gift they will cherish forever.
Amy, I’m so sorry I couldn’t accompany you for this one, but it seems God had other plans. The comfort of your husband and his special talents were such an answer to prayer. Thank you both for the ministry you offered to this grieving family. May the Peace of Christ be with everyone involved. <3
Amy
That is so great that you are able to do this for grieving families. I lost my daughter Anna at 21 weeks and it was the hardest thing I have ever gone through. I cherish the pictures that we have of her. February 16th was the 3 year anniversary of her birth/death. I wish I had your talent to be able to help out others who have gone through what I have gone through. Mason’s parents are in my prayers!