Wednesday, March 24, 2004

Heaven Has A New Member

I am postponing my update and will try to update tomorrow.

I received the news today that the daughter of Stephen’s school bus driver passed away last night at the Birmingham Children’s Hospital, in her mother’s arms. She will be laid to rest Friday afternoon at 2:00 PM in a cemetery around the curve from my neighborhood.

Little Jaylee was only on this earth for two years, but she touched the lives of many and forever changed the lives of her parents and two older brothers.

She is now whole and free from pain, Heaven is a more beautiful place -- but the heart of her family’s home is heavy with grief and will feel empty for a very long time.

Please keep Jaylee’s family in your prayers during this most difficult time.

God bless Jaylee as her spirit goes home.

 

15 comments:

Anonymous said...

I am sorry to hear this, I remember you mentioning this brave little girl in one of your earlier entries. I will certainly pray for her family, that they may have peace and acceptance in their hearts.

I had a cousin die of brain cancer when he was only three. The pain that little boy had to go through no human being should experience. Jaylee is in the caring arms of her Creator now, the best place for her to be.

Anonymous said...

So, so, sorry to hear this Mia. Know that I will say a prayer for this family. Hugs to you and Stephen~RC~

Anonymous said...

Losing a child has to be the worst pain a heart can feel. That is one thing that I pray God will never ask me to do.... My prayers and thoughts go out to little Jaylee's family. God speed baby Jaylee....

Anonymous said...

Oh Mia. This brought tears to my eyes. Only two years old. If I may ask...what happened?

I just can't imagine what her parents must be feeling right now. My goodness..how do you even start healing?

You're so kind and good, Mia. Asking for prayers for Jaylee's family. I'll be sure to say a prayer for little Jaylee and her family.

Anonymous said...

Beautiful tribute Mia. ~peace~

Anonymous said...

Awww... what a sad story. A good reminder to support research that deals with children's diseases. It's hard enough to lose an adult loved one... so much more unbearable to lose a child. I'll keep Jaylee's family in my thoughts. :(

Anonymous said...

Mia ... we're sorry for Jaylee's family because Jaylee can't be tucked in by them anymore. We figure in heaven the angels do the tucking. Tonight, we'll tuck a little prayer into our sleep for Jaylee by way of cuddling with our stuffed dog. He says, "God is always near us."

Anonymous said...

{{{Mia}}}}} They are such wonderful people for adopting a child with special needs. I hope they find comfort in the love they shared. I offer you special hugs because I'm sure at times like this the emotions of your own reality must come boiling over. Thanks for sharing Mia and thanks for being you. :-) ---Robbie

Anonymous said...

I want to thank everyone who commented and sent e-mails of your thoughts and prayers for our precious friends. Love to all~
Mia

Anonymous said...

(((Jaylee, sweet baby girl)))
She has been welcomed into open arms, her spirit free to fly.
Much love, Penny

Anonymous said...

{{thank you Penny}}

Anonymous said...

She is with our Heavenly Father now. Bless her little heart. My heart goes out to her family. God bless, Beckie

Anonymous said...

Beckie-Thank you dear for your thoughts and prayer...

Anonymous said...

i too know the pain of lossing a child, mine was only nine month's old when i lost him to S.I.D.S. my good thoughts are for you and those who will miss this child.

sincereley
mariasabina

Anonymous said...

Oh... I am so sorry for her loss. I will keep them in my prayers.