Friday, March 6, 2009

John Michael Stanford

December 26th, 1980 - March 6, 2008

The reality of your death has hit me like a ton of bricks this week. Every moment that I have been OK has been replaced with that awful pain from the center of my being that cries out no, no, no. I have been taken back to last year in my brain over and over and I cannot escape those terrible moments. But one year ago you did leave and I know you are not suffering anymore. And that is what I hang onto now. I know you could not go on in the condition you were in. I know you gave it your all and that is all any mother could ever ask for. I hope you are looking down on us now and seeing that we are doing OK. We have recieved much love and care this year by our family and friends. They have truly sustained us through the darkest days.

This morning I watched a beautiful sunrise. A new day is dawning and we will continue with our lives but you will always be there John. We love you and miss you.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Hi Linda,
We knew that this day would be a tough one for you, and Steve.We think about John, and his family all the time, and are very thankful that we have AJ to carry on. You have all our love, and support, and we look forward to your upcoming visit.
Love from Mom, & Dad