We have been without Elias for 4 years, today.
I was surprised to receive texts from friends who lovingly remembered him, who remembered us. Thank you.
This was the first year we did not go away for his birthday since we had a new babe but fully intend to next year.
The other children were so excited to celebrate Elias: asking what he looks like, what he is doing now, what Heaven is like.
4 years later, they still count him as part of our family, they still purchase a pumpkin for him every fall, and they still tell their teacher/class about him.
We tried to go to the ocean today but had to settle for a lake picnic.
After dinner, we lit a quiet candle in Elias' memory.
Feeling sadder as the day ends.
Miss you, my baby boy.
God remains good, and is Himself a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul.
