Today, I need a little help in giving someone a lift up in the Karma area.
I listen to the same radio station every morning (of course, it's part of my OCD) and got wrapped up in the pregnancy of the traffic reporter on that show. I'm not sure why I originally got wrapped up in it. But, I anxiously awaited the announcement of the baby's birth. When Mel would not be on the show any particular day, I would be SURE that she was giving birth.
Finally, Ella came. Then, I waited for Mel to come on the show to talk about her. I remember the week that they were expecting Mel to come in with Ella. Even though I wouldn't see her, I was anxious to hear Mel talk about her.
Unfortunately, Ella passed away around the age of 10 weeks old. My heart went out to Mel immediately. Even though I have not had a child pass away and can't imagine the pain that she went thru, I felt some connection with her loss.
Last month, I finally reached out and sent Mel a message (thru MySpace) that I think about her every day. I didn't want to intrude on her life or her grieving, but just wanted her to know that people were thinking of her, even if they don't know her.
Mel lost Ella four months ago today. I'm sure she is having an especially hard time today.
Ellas was beautiful. She had the biggest eyes . . . and a smile that lit up the world. She had endless possibilities ahead in her life. And, she's obviously touched many lives.
Please take a moment to send Mel warm thoughts of support. We may not have experienced the loss of a child. But, we have ALL lost someone dear to us . . . now imagine that loss times infinity.
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