A third Anniversary…I want to feel her Joy
I yearn to be happy…that she graced our world
I want to remember…when life was carefree
We celebrated birth as 2017 ended…then came 2018
Moms should never be so sick…so Grandmothers rally
Husbands should remain strong…mind and body withering
Granddaughters should play…without being wired up
Friends should be close…to share good times and bad
Too many eons in Hospitals…my senses numb and time stands still
I cannot hear the doctors’ words…I only see what is in front of my eyes
The slow ebb of brilliance, strength…Please don’t leave me!
Sitting in the darkness…tears flow, hope wanes, love endures
Hold me! Don’t leave me!...I am falling apart
My mind knows…My heart must let you go to a better place
A third Anniversary…I openly sob and treasure my memories of our shared Joy
Reflections on deep love and sorrow on this November 16, 2022, as we remember our valiant Myra today.
2019 stole too many sweet souls from my life that included Bill Deal, Peg Wolschon, Evelyn Pickens, Ernie Deal, Si Knudsen, Myra Deal, and Jim Monroe. We love and miss you and those special people who left before you and after you.
I have been thinking of Myra and here I wish you guys to have a special day today, celebrating Myra's life... PS. Leigh, you write beautifully and thank you for sharing your stories. God bless your family.
You and Myra were the first pair we met at Children’s when Jacob was diagnosed in January 2019z. You had such poise and resolve to march into the fire with amazing resolve to be there with your wee one. Jacob and I have been back so Children’s often since then for one crisis after another, and not a visit goes by when I don’t reflect upon that precious child in your arms. Your LoveBug will not be forgotten. Her impact was huge. ❤️
I read this when you first posted it and went to read now again after I saw your post about your new precious baby boy. A million congrats. I know Myra is with you all watching. Praying for Myra, the new baby boy and all of you.
The Lord brings you to mind and I pray for you. God doesn't let us forget your loss, even those of us who have never met you in person. I know your pregnancy must feel bitter-sweet. I am happy you have that little life growing inside of you. May God continue to comfort you in your darkest moments. I know it must feel unbelievably lonely at times. Grief can be painfully lonely. May God meet you.
I think of Myra often. I think of all of you. It was great to see All of the Deals in that great picture., including You, Ken, Nora, Myra Collin and the Baby Deal Boy yet unrevealed. I’ve never had a child but you helped me know something of what that is like. I look forward to watching the kids grow up and will know that Myra is always a part of your wonderful family.
Leigh, you write so beautifully. It is truly an honor to Myra to have a mother who can share her story the way you do. I think about you guys often and am so glad I ran into you that day at Palaestra and learned about the baby you were expecting. Thank you for sharing with me. I never seem to have the right words to say, but I do want you and Kenneth to know your love for Myra has touched so many people and we are all lucky to be sharing your story. You make me want to be a better mother if that makes sense. Congratulations on your new bundle of joy. I can't wait to see your family story continue. Much love and prayers.
I think of you and your family often. As always, your ability to write so beautifully allows the rest of us a glimpse into your heart. I wish for you all the joy that life can bring, knowing full well that beautiful baby Myra will always conjure bittersweet memories. She was always an angel. Now she has her wings. I send love to you all as you learn to walk the journey life has laid before you.
Leigh, thank you for sharing your heart with all of us. Myra was truly a gift from God and made such an impact on the world in her short time here. She will forever be a little sister, twin and big sister. Praying for God to bring you all peace and comfort during these difficult days and that he would prepare you to meet your new little one in July. Only God could have orchestrated his coming and the timing so we know that He has great things in store for this little boy. Love, Sara
A third Anniversary…I want to feel her Joy
I yearn to be happy…that she graced our world
I want to remember…when life was carefree
We celebrated birth as 2017 ended…then came 2018
Moms should never be so sick…so Grandmothers rally
Husbands should remain strong…mind and body withering
Granddaughters should play…without being wired up
Friends should be close…to share good times and bad
Too many eons in Hospitals…my senses numb and time stands still
I cannot hear the doctors’ words…I only see what is in front of my eyes
The slow ebb of brilliance, strength…Please don’t leave me!
Sitting in the darkness…tears flow, hope wanes, love endures
Hold me! Don’t leave me!...I am falling apart
My mind knows…My heart must let you go to a better place
A third Anniversary…I openly sob and treasure my memories of our shared Joy
Reflections on deep love and sorrow on this November 16, 2022, as we remember our valiant Myra today.
2019 stole too many sweet souls from my life that included Bill Deal, Peg Wolschon, Evelyn Pickens, Ernie Deal, Si Knudsen, Myra Deal, and Jim Monroe. We love and miss you and those special people who left before you and after you.