My Strength...

My strength comes from him...

And him... 

And YOU. In the last week, I have received 2 pieces of mail from YOU.
Now, I have received LOTS of mail, cards, & messages and I appreciate them all. They ALL stick in the front of my mind. But, I want to start to really thank you. I want you to really know that I really do appreciate everything, and I want you to know that YOU are my strength.

I won't post names just in case, but I will initial! Both pieces of mail came enclosed with a card, and a gift for Brayden & myself.

"Courage. Hope. Strength. As you face one day at a time.

Jessica, 

         You have been a pillar of strength and truly an inspiration during this time. You have taught me to cherish every moment, good & bad, never take anything for granted and to take a lot of pictures. You have taught me to love my husband again and made me love him more. Not a day goes by that you don't cross my mind. You are always in my prayers. I am so happy you have Brayden and you will be a fabulous Mommy!

 <3,

M"

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"Jessica,

          I hate that I even have to write you this letter. No one should ever have to face what you are going through. My heart breaks for you and for your son. Even though I never got to know your husband well, I know how highly you spoke of him and how much you loved him. The world lost an incredible man and no words can convey my sorrow.

          Nothing I say or write or do will fix any of this, but I want you to know that you and your son are in my prayers. You are a wonderful mom and your son is perfect.

          Enclosed is a ring sling for you and your son. I remember how excited you were about using one and how much you liked my rainbow. Through the generous gift of money and time, a mom that I never met helped me get this for you.

          Rainbows are a sign of hope and promises of a better tomorrow. I know it's just a sling, but may it be a blessing to you and your son. Rainbows only come after a storm and my, what a storm you are weathering. May this be a reminder to you that your rainbow is out there and that, while you may not see it now, it is there for you. May you be able to snuggle your sweet son even closer and may you be surrounded by people who will lift you up when the day is too much and stand beside you when you cannot go on anymore.

          You are strong. You are an inspiration. And your son is blessed to have you for a mother.

Much love and prayers,

K"

Please, K, thank the other Mom who helped you get the ring sling for Brayden and I! I, as you know, love it! I will post a picture of it, as soon as I learn to use it, lol!

To both you, K & M... your words are imprinted on my heart and in my head. I cried as I read both, and I cried as I just typed them. It means so much to me to know that Ryan & I have came into contact with some of the most amazing people in the world. To know that those amazing people, are in MY life, is a huge blessing. You all are blessings to me. You take part in my backbone. I don't have enough words to tell you & everyone else how much you mean to me, and how much you & your words are appreciated.

ALSO...

There are 2 people that send me nearly daily messages on Facebook. Without hesitation, without skipping a beat. J & M. Messages range from "XOXO", "<3", "thinking about you", "I love you, praying for you" - to so much more! Just small, quick messages to let me know that I am on their mind.  I may not respond to you every day, or hardly at all, but opening your messages every.single.day and knowing that I have you 2 behind me, lifts me up. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart.