Today is the thirty-third anniversary of the accident that took my beloved daughter, Katie from our lives. Many years ago I wrote about the accident, and the things I could recall. You can read that post HERE.
The 13th of June is a somber day for me. and I think it always will be. At this point in life, I get quite angry that Katie did not live to grow up. Never knew her first love, went to a Prom, had children, or could be whatever it was that she wanted to be in this life. It was all taken from her, and from those of us, that love her.
Below you will find a montage of pictures of my darling little girl. While putting this together, I was struck by the fact that one of the hardest things as a parent is when you realize that a certain picture of your child, is the very last picture you have.
Would you know my name
If I saw you in heaven?
Would it be the same
If I saw you in heaven?
I must be strong and carry on
‘Cause I know I don’t belong here in heaven
Would you hold my hand
If I saw you in heaven?
Would you help me stand
If I saw you in heaven?
I’ll find my way through night and day
‘Cause I know I just can’t stay here in heaven
Time can bring you down, time can bend your knees
Time can break your heart, have you begging please, begging, please
Beyond the door, there’s peace I’m sure
And I know there’ll be no more tears in heaven
Would you know my name
If I saw you in heaven?
Would it be the same
If I saw you in heaven?
I must be strong and carry on
‘Cause I know I don’t belong here in heaven
OMG, I woke up with all of this in my heart and tears in my eyes. I love you so much and the pain feels so fresh today. I miss Katie so much and her infectious laugh and love of life! I love you Katie! My thoughts and prayers are with you dear sister! And with Amanda and Bob too! Love YOU, Mel
Maribeth, I am so sorry. My heart aches for you, I cannot even imagine. What a precious little girl, you are in my prayers.
I can understand the anger you must feel that Katie didn’t get to grow up and live her life. A precious life taken much too soon.
I’m sorry for your pain Maribeth. I know this date must be especially hard each year. Thinking of you xo
Bless you and I’m sorry your heart is heavy.
Oh, I am so sorry that you lost your dear girl. There is nothing I can say because I have never known the pain of losing a child except that God knows all about it. May He continue to give you the strength and comfort as this day comes around every year. Hugs to you.