This past Thursday was a sad day. After waiting for nearly nine months, my brother and sister-in-law unexpectedly lost their baby daughter just days before the date she was expected. A beautiful little niece named Sifra. The funeral was in Holland this past Thursday.
A greeting in white from her mother, father and sisters
Little Priscilla, not yet two years old, points to her baby sister’s flowers
Purple - my mother’s colour - for Sifra
The church service
Saying goodbye, but not farewell
Tabita throws her flower amongst the others.
Heartache stings as I say goodbye from afar. Every child is a gift, whether we get to hold them short or long. Little Sifra holds forever her place in our hearts.
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Follow-up comment rss or Leave a TrackbackThanks for sharing this very beautiful pictures of such a bittersweet time.
As a friend of mine use when signing off a call or message,
JFN
Just
For
Now
All of you are still in our thoughts…
Your family remains in my prayers.
Times like this I wish I knew more words. The right words.
But then, sometimes no words are sufficient. And sometimes none are needed. Only thoughts.
That’s so sad. I am sorry for your family’s loss.
There are no words, but my thoughts are with you and your family, Esther, in this very sad time.
Sylvia
This made me cry. The coffin is so small. The burial looks beautiful.
I am so sorry for your Brother and Sister-in-Law’s loss of their little daughter, such beautiful flowers. I cannot imagine how heartbroken your family must be and yourself to lose something so precious and all those hopes with it. I agree with the others, there are no words for this tragic event.
So tiny, my tears fall but I know her grandma will show her the way.
I´m really sorry for your familys loss. My thought to you.
A song for you, Esther.
~~~No More Tears~~~
http://www.playlist.com/playlist/18406758411
Those photos are heartbreaking, poignant and beautiful, all at the same time. Priscilla looks very much like you I think.
Hope your brother and sister-in-law are doing ok. I am so very sorry for their loss.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family Esther.
The flowers and ceremony are beautiful.
rest in the consolation that another angel was added in heaven to look after your family. my condolences.
It has been such a heartbreaking week for you all, bt know that your friends near or far, share it with you.
I’m sure your mother is looking out for this little angel.
I’m so, so sorry for your family’s loss.
Her parents, you, and your family are in my prayers.
Oh Esther, how hard. You are in my thoughts.
Amber
Sifra is in the most loving hands in heaven now. Sending you and your family a spiritual hug.
So otroligt sorgligt och orättvist. Jag sörjer med er. Vi lever på hoppet om ett återseende!
Vilken förlust - det gör mig ont i hjärtat. Vi tänker på er alla. En dag får ni äntligen träffa henne. ♥ /Katarina
Vi tænder lys på Lolland for lille Sifra…
That tiny coffin brings tears to my eyes. Sending you all positive thoughts.
How very heart breaking for your family. That tiny casket touched me too. A lovely little ceremony the family held for her. Go in Peace little one.
The tiny coffin brought tears to my eyes. I continue to pray for God’s peace and comfort for all of your family, knowing that you will see her again in heaven some day.
Peace & Comfort to all family, may the young angel flourish in heavens……Amin
The elusive power of few words thrummed sparingly around gorgeous images. I know a dirge when I see one. Blessed are those who, like you, trust mother nature to provide the loom for us to weave the warp and weft of our lives. In your hours of pain as in the joyful ones, our hearts go out to you and your loved ones.
Fair winds and following seas Sifra.
Esther- This was in the height of my computer issues, I did not even realize. I want to offer condolences, such a rare thing to happen with the newborns these days…. I work as a baby nurse and the sadness so close to a viable delivery is not describable. WHAT a beautiful funeral! Sifra is now with your mom, who has her in her arms showering her with love. Your mom was one cool lady ( I can tell from your posts!) so what comfort that must be!
Please extend my thoughts to the rest of your family.
Love,
Mindy
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