I just wanted to write a special post for my brother's family. Their daughter Lily, bravely passed away this morning. She was such a little fighter for the year she lived. We will really miss her, and our family will always feel a little empty without her. I do want to thank my brother and his wife for their incredible strength and courage that they have had this past year, and let them know that their example in Jesus Christ's gospel will have a profound effect on us. They are wonderful parents and the proof is in their children. As Ruth noted:"Last night, as Sariah said good night to Lily, I heard her say, 'I'm sorry you're sick, Lily. Someday Jesus will make you all better, and then you'll run and play with me.' I think that today, free from her mortal body, Lily's spirit is running and playing. We are so proud of our Lily-chins, and so grateful that she came to our family."
For a three year old to have that kind of faith and knowlege is a testament to how awesome her parents are. Thank you Ruth, Ben, Eliza, Jon, and Sariah for your special spirits, your faith, and your love. We love you!
3 comments:
Wow, I am so sorry for your family as well as your brother's. I can't imagine....faith and a testimony of the Gospel I guess is what gets you through. May the Lord bless you and your family at this difficult time! XOXO
I'm sitting here crying after reading your post. It really does take such strength to get through losing a loved one, especially a child, and even more so a young one. Your family is stronger than many and I will pray that they and you will continue to have the strength, faith, and support that is needed at this time. Take care.
Thank you for posting that Angie. I so glad to see Ben and Ruth this weekend despite the circumstances. See you too as well.
Jess
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