Signs. Maybe they are something that those of us who’ve lost are hyper-sensitive to. Maybe they are divine. Maybe they are phooey. But today, after a long drive on a cloudy day, we pulled in to our our driveway, only to find a big pink “sign”.
Piper: ”Tootie’s Balloons!”
me: ”Where did those come from?!”
Axel: *laughing*
Spencer: ”That’s Awesome! Tuesday did it!!”
Charley and Jessica: *cry, laugh, cry, cry, laugh*
It doesn’t matter how they got there. But it feels really good to think that after yesterday’s balloon release, a few of them wandered over to our house. Our sign.
I have a lot to say. Not enough words to say them. All in time.
What a beautiful sign. Even now, Tuesday can bring out the brightest joy in the hearts of your family.
Proof that Tuesday is in Heaven!
What a sweet sign from heaven.
Peace to you and your family Jessica Kate. I was lead to your story by a friend of one of your friends and I am so touched and moved by your faith, strength, and grace.
How moving! Love you guys all so very much!
Hickeys
Tuesday is smiling down at your precious family and saying hello in her own way. =)
That is awesome! What a perfect sign!
During a very low and sad time in my life, I “happened” to see many rainbows. I thought it was like a hug from God, saying He had not left me. I pray that you have many, many more pink balloons over the coming weeks and months.
Beautiful. We’re praying for y’all – for peace, for love, for strength, for hope, for Tuesday.
Absolutely a sign from your Tuesday in heaven to let you know she will always be with you… We are sending our love, hugs and prayers to you all
The emotions must be overwhelming. I’ll bet that was a beautiful surprise… Blessings!
What a beautiful sign she sent you. Take care.
oh that’s beautiful!
What a beautiful sign. My mother has sent me a number of signs since her passing 5 years ago… truly an amazing feeling. You are all in our prayers.
crlaughing along with you!
Oh MY HEART!!!! That is awsome!
AMAZING! reading this post brought tears to my eyes and laughter and happiness to my heart. God bless Tuesday and God bless you and your family. Your strength and courage continue to inspire and amaze me *hugs*
WOW, Tuesday was letting you know she is where she is meant to be, dancing in heavan. We are sorry we missed the celebration, Kasey and her sister were both in the ER… arg. Hugs, your Parker supporters, Katie & Kasey, http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/kaseyalexafox
Heaven and Tuesday are smiling on you today…and forever.
i agree with you – weirdish things happen in life & you wonder if it's a coincidence, or for real. go with your gut, girl – it's as sign 🙂
prayers, thoughts, love
That is beautiful Jess and I am having the same reaction, huge smiles and tears. Love you all so much and miss you!!!
aww that’s just the most amazing sign. she’s letting you know she’ll always be with you.
I knew those signs would keep coming! Oh, sweet Tuesday……she had everything to do with it!! I hope it provided some peace and comfort for you all today.
Love ya!!
I kept an email from a friend that I got on one of my many bad days, she said she was sitting at her desk and looked outside and a pile of leaves was blowing in a big cloud outside her office and she just had a feeling it was a sign from Baby James that he was in heaven playing and happy, I’ve had many signs enjoy yours!!
She loved her balloons so much and wanted to make sure you had a few for yourselves. She loves you so much.
Oh Jess! I am crying reading this…
What a lovely way to have Tuesday tell you she is ok and forever be with you 🙂
I wish I was still there….
Love you!
I believe in those signs. There is no doubt in my heart that she was saying hello and that she is okay. Love you guys, Dawn
This post gave me the biggest chills. I never believed until we lost our precious son and I am now truly a believer. I truly believe that our Angels have special ways of letting us know that they are still with us and I believe that is what Tuesday is doing. I wish you all the peace and comfort in the world as you go through this process. Many hugs and prayers to all of you!
Wow! That gave me the chills. She is letting you know that she will never be far away from you. I also believe that this is her way of comforting you in a hard time, as all of you had for her. She is determined to bring a smile to your face. She truly is an amazing baby; her strength and determination will never be stifled.
That’s really beautiful. Your sweet little angel obviously wants you to know she’s watching over you.
WOW!!!!!!!!
A beautiful sign from a beautiful Angel.
my thought would be that it is an absolute sign … and if it gave you one ounce of comfort or a smile then it was also an incredible gift from your daughter.
Simply amazing…your sweet angel at work. Love, jenn p
I would dare to say that you are absolutely not hyper-sensitive and this is absolutely not phooey! This is your beautiful little girl letting you know she is o.k.. Who can deny the beauty of it? the perfect timing of it? the peace of it? the joy, laughter, sadness and tears of it? It’s all bundled together, and it’s all yours to treasure in your hearts!
God bless – there’s not a day that goes by that I don’t think about all of you!
Lots of love and here’s to many, many more signs!
Love, Janice Rolfs
She will always be with you. What a wonderful way for TuTu to let you know that she is ok.
xoxoxo
Definately not phooey!! I think God gives us lots of signs, but we are hyper-sensitive to them after we’ve lost. The dreams I had of my father after he passed (when I was 21) were amazing and I know without a doubt not “just a dream”. Here’s another one. Last Sunday, I was at Jesus Christ Superstar in Philadelphia. During intermission, I was telling my best friend all about Tuesday, what a brave girl she was and how sad I was for your family, and how I was even more apt to pray for her while I was there with the whole due to the show I was seeing. Don’t you know she opened up her program and the first word that caught her eye was “Tuesday”, part of the title of one of the scenes or songs.
Beautiful, nothing else to say!
That was most definately a sign from your daughter. She wanted you to share some of her balloons with her siblings and mommy and daddy.
That is a beautiful sign that your little girl will never be far and never out of your heart. How beautiful that the innocence of a child saw it first 🙂 I hope your celebration of Tuesday was filled with love and waggie rides.
Oh yes, I believe God gives us signs. Thank you for sharing that special moment. I pray that God will give all that you need in every moment of every day. Your Tuesday sounds like a very sweet girl and as she comes to mind, I will pray for your family!
So sweet!! Thank you so much for sharing.
incredible…always with you she will be!
That is just so fantastic, Jess. Goose bumps. Wow. I’m home now telling Dan the stories of the weekend and I’m so overwhelmed by how beautiful it all was. There’s no question that Tuesday was with us yesterday!
When my bestest friend died….pink clouds….these are her pink clouds to weldome Tuesday……..
I am all about signs. For sure…but it’s like you said, I’ve lost very special people as well. There is no doubt in my mind Tuesday was sending you her own hello…I totally have goosebumps right now.
A beautiful sign indeed…. all of our hugs and prayers still being sent your way. Sweet Tuesday is looking down on you guys sending you all her love!
That is totally a sign from Tuesday! How very beautiful.
Signs are gifts from Heaven. I do reatuly believe this is true. I have to believe. Hugs to all of you.
Much love….
Thanks for sharing this beautiful story with us! We continue to pray for you!
That is just awesome awesome….God at work!
what a beautiful sign
I love that Tuesday (tootie) left balloons for all of you! I completely believe in signs….that is so exciting!
? Lilly
You and your beautiful family have just witnessed what Irish folklore call “a thin place”. Thins places, happen, it is thought, when the veil between this life and the next is made a little thinner so that you and your loved one who has passed can be close to each other. It isn’t a coincidence; it is meant to be a way to be together forever. Because of your family’s great love for each other, I expect you will experience many thin places between you all and Tuesday. Just as you can never forget her, she can never forget you. God Bless you all.
Hello Ms. Tuesday! Thanks for the sign!
Love, Lori Miller (Justin’s mom)
Sometimes signs are better in a not so subtle way. What a girl. Praying for you in Northern Colorado.
God Bless.
Tuesday & her Angel sent a sign to say thank you for your strength, the love you shared with her, and now she had to send some back in your hours of need.
GOD bless Tuesday and your family. You're all in my prayers
I thought of you and prayed for your family on Sat. What a beautiful way for God to wink at you and say, “She’s with me. I’m taking good care of her.” You are in my prayers.
i believe in signs…..
much love and peace to you!
I believe that signs and wonders are all around us, bringing us hope and lightness in our hearts. This one sure looks like Tuesday’s touch to you. Praying for all of you as you miss your sweet baby girl. May God carry you gently.
Love and Hugs, Laurie
Of course it is a sign. No doubt in my mind. You have no idea how many signs there are going on right now from your little angel Tuesday. You guys are so in my thoughts and prayers…
Lee
Wow! Hard to believe they floated back there!
Don’t worry about the words…when you’re ready, they’ll come.
Know that you’re in my thoughts and prayers!
Isaiah 53:4-5 Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
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Amazing! Praying for you!!!
A sign from heaven, nothing could be more precious than that! Praying for your precious family.
Jennifer
wow. that is one beautiful sign.
and it looks so much like the flowers i took a picture of during our wagie ride (http://www.flickr.com/photos/16401019@N00/3261502848/), i thought they were the flowers when i first saw the photo.
laugh, cry. hugs.
How precious ::happy sigh:: God is SO good and such a comfort, right when we need it. =]
Amazing. Your little angle want you to know that she is close to you still… My heart has been so heavy with your loss… I guess I needed a sign too. During our “Waggie ride” my children got to witness the most incredible rainbow I have ever seen. I told them, “That is Tuesday’s rainbow”
Bless you Jessica, Bless you and your beautiful family.
That is absolutely beautiful!
Yes, Tuesday did it.
Love,
Nicole G
What a special moment, for your whole family. I have been following another family’s journey, similar but shorter, and they just lost a daughter-Cora. I am at a loss for words, and right now go back and forth between crying and praying, and a little of both thrown in there. I hope there is comfort in knowing many are praying for you. And take care of one another.
What a lovely sign. Love and light to you once again.
that is the most amazing thing i have ever seen! wow! little tuesdays sign for her mommy and daddy and siblings that she made it there ok and is happy and HEALTHY =) that made me bawl. still praying for you and your family for your hearts to heal!
Some might say it’s a coincidence. I learned a new definition for coincidence tonight: A miracle in which God chooses to remain anonymous. You, my dear, got a miracle.
I believe in signs as well Jess. Tuesday is letting you know she is ok. Simply amazing.
You will always be in my thoughts and prayers and so will Tuesday. She has touched so many people and for only being 2 yrs old, has done wonderous things.
Love to all.
This reminds me of the story below. Some friends of ours lost their son to leukemia. This is a story she posted on 9/7/04 when she had gone to the cemetery.
An ICEE Truck at a Cemetery?
“You need the eyes of faith to recognize when Jesus is around.”
Steven knew ICEE’S. In fact, our entire family knew (and knows) ICEE’S. We know where to go to get the white cherry, the yellow lemonade, the Coca-cola and we definitely know best where to go to get Steven’s favorite flavor–Blue Raspberry. We even know such details as which gas station’s ICEE machine is broken the most, and that we need exactly $1.07 to buy a blue ICEE at Super Target. Steven especially liked getting them there because he could pour the ICEE himself which made his ICEE experience all that more fun! Steven and ICEE’s went hand in hand.
Steven must have experienced a soothing feeling when he drank an ICEE because he especially asked for one after going through a round of chemo and after long days at the hospital for transfusions. I’ll never forget one of the last days’ Steven was in the hospital for his bone marrow transplant we were given a couple hour “pass” so he could get used to going outside again. Where did we go? We drove to Super Target to get a Blue ICEE. He was so excited to be outside drinking his favorite drink. Not ten minutes later, however, the motion of the car and probably the sugar from the ICEE got to him and he promptly threw it up all over his seat. Even that didn’t curb his ICEE love–the very next day he wanted another one! Steven and ICEE’s went so hand in hand that I even commented about his love for them in my eulogy at Steven’s Celebration of Life Service.
With that story, I wanted to share with you an incredible “God moment” I recently experienced while visiting Mission Park North–the cemetery where Steven is buried. I had spent approximately two hours with Louis, the man assigned to help us pick out Steven’s headstone. I knew the decision wouldn’t be easy, however I mistakenly thought the decision would be quick. I didn’t realize all the thought that has to go into what to write, the typeface, type of granite, picture or no picture, size, and design–all for a 2 by 2 foot stone. Per Louis’ suggestion, he drove me around in a golf cart to look at all the different types of stones so I could see how they looked in different types of light and how they looked wet and dry. To say the very least, it was emotionally draining.
During that drive around, however, I did feel a sense of God’s presence when we were standing in “babyland” as they call it looking at all the childrens headstones. As I walked around pretty dazed by now, all of a sudden a beautiful butterfly fluttered right by in front of us. Lewis commented “Wow, that’s a beautiful butterfly. It’s a special day when you see butterfly isn’t it?” It was a special moment for me since for several weeks I had been seeing a unique butterfly virtually everyday. After the sixth straight day of seeing them I finally said something to Dave and the girls’. Now when I pick up Meredith and Emma from school the first thing they ask me is “Hey mom, did you see your butterfly today?” This little God moment helped me get through the tension associated with the emotional task of picking out Steven’s headstone.
Then came the BIG God moment. When I realized I couldn’t make the final decision without more thought from Dave and I, I asked Louis to put all the info in a folder and we would come back. He did so. Lewis and I were making casual conversation as we exited his office and walked out to the small gravel parking lot outside his portable building. As I turned the corner there to my amazement was a very large ICEE delivery truck parked at an angle–and it was blocking my car. Louis saw me gasp and thought it was because the ICEE truck was right in the way of me pulling out of the parking lot.
Louis remarked “Boy, that’s a big truck…. you know, in all my years here, I’ve never seen an ICEE delivery truck come to our cemetery.” Obviously they don’t have ICEE machines at cemeteries. In my amazement I told Lewis about Steven’s love of ICEE’s and what that symbolized for our family–Steven’s love of life and his ability to always find the fun. I then walked all around that big truck and the only thing on it was three life size ICEE pictures on both sides with the logo “Enjoy ICEE’s” on the side and on the truck cab door. The driver was nowhere to be found. Louis had tears in his eyes as he said “This has to be a little gift from God and Steven.” Louis then helped me maneuver my Suburban around the truck. I left the cemetery with tears of joy knowing that Steven and God are ever present. I believe God gives people what they need to make it through the grief process and into healing–even if it means sending an ICEE trucks to a cemetery!
Meredith and Emma loved the ICEE story. “That’s SO Steven” they said. After telling them, Meredith was somewhat quiet and reflective. Then she said, “Mom, ICEE trucks just don’t go to cemeteries and come to think of it we’ve never even seen an ICEE delivery truck–anywhere!” That was Dave’s and my thought exactly! Upon telling my friend Sue, she commented “Boy, I can just see Steven up in Heaven giving God a high five (or a big thumbs up!) saying “Hey, my mom “got it”–it’s nice to see her smile again!” I too thought of Steven saying to God, “Ya know, sending all those beautiful butterflies’ was a good thing, but she’s still crying a lot–let’s show her something that will REALLY make her smile!”
Dave’s comment about all of this is that it really shows that God has a sense of humor. We believe that people are given gifts by God of mercy, grace and even humor to help them get through tough times. Sometimes it takes looking at it with a “rear view mirror” perspective to see how God has worked in our lives. For us, this gift of humor and love was in the form of an ICEE truck sent to a cemetery and blocking my car so I had to notice it. It was a gift given at a time when I really needed my spirits lifted–and it made me smile a real smile. Some people might say it’s serendipity or coincidence–Dave and I believe it is God.
When things like this happen, and anyone who’s experienced a death of a loved one probably has a story or two, is to me a reminder that God is present in our daily life. God does provide what we need to make it through the emotional ups and downs of illness, loss and grief. These days haven’t been easy but I have a heart that’s hopeful and I’m trying to see with eyes of faith.
That is wonderful! A gift from heaven. Wow. Praying for you and your family.
I totally believe that was Tuesday! She’s OK!
Love you honey!
Awesome, indeed!!
What a beautiful sign!
What a wonderful sign! She really is looking down on you and your family!
Goose bumps here. I knew Tuesday would love her balloons! She jus wants to share them with all of you! Love and hugs from NJ.
Patti
What a wonderful sign! I truly believe in them!
Beautiful…I’m so happy you can believe and be open to the signs!
I definitely believe that God sends signs to let us know that our loved ones are there with Him. A friend of mine lost her 15 year old son to cancer 10 years ago and she still gets signs (a double rainbow recently – she ASKED God for a rainbow and he sent her TWO!) when she’s down or having a particularly difficult day. I am praying for you family. Tuesday hasn’t been far from my mind since I “met” your family a couple of weeks ago on your blog.
Would it be phooey if so many people believe in signs? I’ve got to believe Tuesday was letting everyone know she’s okay. I’ve also got to believe she’s going to be giving you signs for the rest of your days. What a sweet little girl!
love
chrisy.
I absolutely believe in signs. How else can those who have left our world get through to us?
How beautiful that your kids knew immediately what those balloons meant. The young are so much more in tune to worlds beyond ours. Let them help you through this impossible time ahead.
As you know, I absolutely believe in signs and believe this is the first of many signs Tuesday will bring to you to let you know she is always with you all – your precious little angel watching over you.
The Botos Family
Your post spoke to me.
It was Mother’s Day after my daughter passed away. On the next street, I spotted a mylar balloon and chased it! Why would I chase it?!
I grabbed it, and it said “Happy Mother’s Day.”
I know now why I chased it. It still hangs in my late daughter’s room.
I am sorry for your loss. I do understand.
Cancer sucks.
Tuesday is totally watching over you guys and she’s bringing you laughter and I hope this continues forever….
Tuesday’s life has taught me so much about faith, yet still I have so much to learn. I say that I believe God will bring your family comfort but I felt suprised when I read about the balloons…Thank you so much for sharing this with us!
I’m so happy for you Jess, that Tueday sent you her sign. How beautiful.
love,
angela
What a beautiful sign!!
I am so glad that you got your little gift from your precious girl. I have been following you for just a little while, but have been praying for you and your family.
Allison
Jenks
That’s a beautiful sign 🙂
Your family is still in my thoughts and prayers.
wow….
That is just plain ol’ beautiful.
It’s good to see you blogging again, I was thinking about you.
OMG JK, im crying with a big smile on my face, yes it is a SIGN
That is a precious sign that Tuesday is watching ya’ll from Heaven! She in your guardian angel and wants everyone to know!
that is a beautiful.
God works for each of us in a way that we need it. Tuesday knew you needed to see those balloons, and He did everything in his power, which is obviously amazing, and you got your balloons.
She is smiling knowing she made her siblings happy and was able to hold your hand as you realized the significance. May your family continue to see the signs of beautiful Tuesday in your life daily. Praying for you across the miles and without knowing you.
Jen
What a wonderful sign from Tuesday. She’s still there with you, watching over you, and still wanting to make you smile. Thank-you for sharing. My heart still breaks for your loss.
Praise God! He is SO Amazing! There is no doubt that He & Tuesday placed those balloons exactly in your yard to give you what you need to get through this next moment in greiving. He shows us in some of the smallest ways (yet feel SO big to us) that He knows, He knows ALL the hurt, all the struggles and He loves us so very much. I am not surprised but I am so glad to hear of how Our sweet savior is taking care of you. Still and will keep praying for you!
God is so cool!
How wonderful of Tuesday to let you know she is happy in Heaven.
Prayers to you from Georgia.
Debbie Helwig
That was the best sign . . . ever.
What a beautiful sign.
so precious! when my little brother, matthew went to play with jesus, my mom instituted the balloons ot matthew rule…no balloons in the car, but they have to be sent to matthew for him to play with. a good little reminder for me as a kid too!
and i just have to say, i preached yesterday on seeing god in the unnatural and unexpected…the story of balaam and the donkey…and this, this my dear, is def opening your eyes and seeing the miracles of god. i love it! i might share in next weeks sermon, if that’s ok…
JK I believe you are right once you have lost a loved one you become more open to seeing the signs…
Maybe its because they come directly from the loved one we lost.
Its been 4 years since we lost my sister and we get signs from her still…
Tuesday will always be with you
That is an AWESOME sign. Still praying for you all and Tootie!
So beautiful!
What a little sweetheart! Tuesday is so beautiful and I cannot stop thinking about her! She reminds me so much of one of my almost 2 yr old twin girls.. I’m so glad that she already let you know she is OK..
Linda (Ohio)
God bless you and your family. Take your time….
what a sweet reminder that tuesday will always be with you. i have been thinking about you and praying for your family. blessings to you, press on!
kimberly
just beautiful
What an amazing beatiful sign. Heaven is so lucky to have Tuesday. & I'm so very lucky to have been able to read your story. Our family will continue to pray for yours. 🙂
What an amazing sign! That’s definite proof that your beautiful daughter is trying to tell you that she’s okay and she wants you to be too.
I absolutely believe in signs. How wonderful that Tuesday sent you such a clear one to let you know she is okay! Love and hugs to you all 🙂
not super sure how i happened upon your blog, but what a post. i have cold chills even on my toes! god is good.
your family is being prayed for!
Even the hardest of hearts would have to accept that this was indeed a mircale and a sign that Tuesday is somewhere glorious and fun!
Wow that is just amazing. Thank you for taking the time to share that with us!
What a beutiful sign from Tuesday! She was giving y’all a little wave from heaven!
That is absolutely a sign and a message from your sweet baby. I’m so glad that it brought you and your family some joy. Still praying for you.
What a beautiful sign from your sweet angel. Still sending prayers your way.
I certainly believe in signs and am so glad that this happened for you adn yu were able to recognise and take comfort from this! Still thinking and praying for you and your family – and always will be I think
how beautiful. I love that Piper was so quick to know what they were!! I hope she always carries Tuesday close with her…
Amazing. Made me cry.
Beautiful sign from precious Tuesday!
Tuesday sure knows how to let you know she’s still watching over the entire family. How loved you must all feel
Oh My Gosh!!! I have been able to think of nothing else today. What a wonderful way for her to show all of you that she is with you. I love love love it and all of you.
Lisa Osgood
What a beautiful sign to come home from.
What an awesome sign! Tuesday will always watch over you guys, and probably always make sure you know it.
I definitely believe in signs! Tuesday is telling y’all that she’s okay. She has her wings and her beautiful hair. She is waiting on you.
that is just incredible…what a sweet kiss from an angel.
WOW.
Take your time with your words. We’ll all be here praying in the meantime.
She is looking down on you, and loving you in her own special way. What a lovely sign.
*Applause* Amazing. Absolutely Amazing.
And that is what they call…amazing grace:)
A perfect, beautiful, pink sign from heaven. God bless you all.
I have thought of you so often…I am a huge believer in signs from our Angels. I lost a brother almost 15 years ago (he was an identical twin – think that’s why I think of you so often) at the age of 16. We received a hibiscus tree from a relative at the funeral…it is still thriving. And on every holiday, every birth of my children, and, of course, every year on his birthday (today he and his twin brother are 31)there is ALWAYS a beautiful flower. A sign to us that he is always here. Wishing a Happy Birthday to my brother Jayson, who is certainly celebrating with Tuesday in heaven. Through all of this, God is Good.
Continued peace – Julie in Cincy
I am a beleiver too. I think it’s a sign from God and Tuesday saying she is pain free, tear free, cancer free, worry free…she is in God’s hand now and he is taking very good care of her. I know yall miss her and I couldn’t imagine what yall are going through, especially your precious children but one day yall will get to see her again in heaven.
I’m praying for yall and your precious children. I am in awe of your strength
That’s a picture of a smile, if I ever saw one.
I have tears running down my face. What a beautiful sign from Tuesday.
This is the coolest and most awesome thing I’ve read ALL DAY!!!! Neat!
Thank you for sharing 🙂
Tuesday will always be with you, wherever you go. She is your little angel in heaven!
Signs are always there, it’s just when our hearts are opened either through joy or pain that we can see them…
Tuesday will always be there, she wanted you to know..(laughing and crying with you)
That is so awesome! That brought tears to my eyes.
Loving proof that Tuesday will ALWAYS be with you !
That is beautiful.
We’re all here, ready to listen, whenever you find the words.
Praying for all of you.
Thats awesome! =D
when we lost my brother 5 years ago our sign from him was butterflies. They would always appear at the strangest times. To this day, when I see a butterly fluttering through the air I think of Adam and know he’s there with us. What an awesome sign for you. God bless your family.
Beautiful. Just beautiful. Still here, crying with you.
*sigh* I think about your family every day.
Stopping by to let you know that I’m always here praying!
Romans 8:38-39 For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, Nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
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That’s truly a sign… of course she brought some home.
Sending you thoughts and prayers…
How beautiful!! I definitely believe in signs.
Oh, Jessica….that is the sweetest sweetest “sign”. Thank you for sharing your story of the balloons, I have a lump in my throat and a smile on my face. Coincidence, I think NOT.
I’m doing something in honor of Tuesday at my blog today. Feel free to stop by and know that there are many many people thinking about you and your precious family. God Bless you!
Tuesday is letting you know that she is OK. She’s been given her wings. May God bless her and your family. Thanks for letting us all be a part of your lives. Tuesday will forever have a place in my heart. Everytime I think of her I picture her dancing with Piper.
I woke up thinking of sweet Tuesday today. Then I thought, oh no, I shouldn’t have left Colorado yet! I miss you all already and wish I lived there so I could be closer to you all. I have no doubt that Tuesday will continue to give you signs–big “I love you”s from heaven!!
Love,
Aunt Winnie
What a beautiful sign.
Perfect.
I am in awe of your strength and courage. I am so, so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Tuesday. She was truly a gift from God.
Been thinking of you as here we are two mommies that have twins and one of they both have battled neuroblastoma and now we are left here with the remaining twin seeking to rest, know and trust our Great God with His plan and wisdom as He has put us on this journey. I know I am going to be encouraged in my own grieving as you begin to share your “walk through the valley of the shadow of death” Like you said, “in time.” We just finished our 2nd year and it has been difficult yet His grace has been felt!!
Cindy
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wow. that is beautiful
Believe in angels, believe in signs. It is their way to let us know they are okay and they are watching over us. My baby Melissa has left signs for me many times.
God is so good! There is no such thing as coincidence. He does send us comfort during these times. Tuesday is with Him and happier than we can imagine.
Very soon after our loss, I experienced a few signs but suspected I was just creating meaning out of daily coincidences to comfort myself.
As time passes I KNOW they are signs from those who have left.
I KNOW the balloons found their way to you for a reason and with a meaning only you can answer.
And I can assure you that Tuesday will continue to send comfort and love.
Thank you for taking the time to share that! It really touched my heart!
God gives us signs when we need them. He created a rainbow just to tell Noah He wouldn’t flood the earth again and He shared many with my family when we lost my dad. On the hard days when you just want to close your eyes, keep them open and He will share more signs with you. Still praying for your family.
Oh my God! That is just amazing! I thought I had cried enough tears this weekend, but I guess I have a few more left. JK, Charlie, Axel, Spencer & Piper…you are in my thoughts. Oh…and guess what?! Someone from my hometown in Paducah, Ky., saw my status that mentioned you and she had been in a prayer group following your story! SMALL FREAKIN' WORLD!
When the mind and heart are open, we can see the signs around us (watch for hummingbirds and monarch butterflies, too). With a spirit like Tuesday’s I have no doubt she will always be next to you.
Oh my…how sweet a sign. God bless you all.
Precious!
Tuesday is sending her love as she enjoys sitting with our Lord. Love and prayers, Danielle
Definitely a sign from heaven and from your beautiful little Tuesday. My family and I are praying every day for you and your family to be comforted as you walk through this painful journey. My heart, as a mother to another mother, is breaking for you and your husband and children. You are in our hearts and prayers,
Tricia and Family (N. VA)
Your sign. Totally awesome.
Holy cow! I didn’t even see them! Wow. Amazing. That child is so amazing.
That is beautiful!
Wow:) How amazing!!!
Reading this post gives me chills..in a good way! You, Charlie, Piper, Axel, and Spencer have a very special angel looking out for all of you.
Tuesday will always be with you and she may continue to send you “signs”. My this bring you strength in your time of greif.
Still here, still praying!
John 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
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i don’t know you, but i love you and your family. May God bless you, your husband and children every single day. You truly have blessed so many people with your story. Thank you for opening your heart, your life, your pain with all of us.
thinking of you & your family this morning…
in my distress i called to the lord;
i cried to my god for help.
from his temple he heard my voice;
my cry came before him, into his ears.
ps18:6
may you see more signs today 🙂
love & peace to you.
I am so sorry…Ann
My heart is breaking for you and your family. She was a beautiful baby and her beautiful little soul is still with you. You’re all in my prayers and my thoughts.
That is indeed a sign. Bless you all.
*wipes a tear away* What a beautiful sign. Touching in every sense. Blessings to you all.x
My prayers are with you and your family…. I lost my daughter Avi the week before Tuesday. I feel your pain.
A perfect sign for you….even your children recognized it as a sign.
I’ve just recently found your blog, and I have prayed for your family and will continue!
Beautiful. I do believe…
What an awesome sign!
my husband plays in football games once a year for the fight against cancer, its called tackle the cure firefighters vs police. he would like to honor tuesday and her fight against cancer by playing in honor of her, the game is march 21st here in oklahoma. when the game is over we would like to send his jersey to you. if you could let me know an address i could send it to you guys that would be great
thank you
Goosebumps, chills, smiles, tears…what an amazing sign to come home to…
thank you so much for sharing this
family love story with all of us..
you guys are awesome.
praying for you all…
let the signs shine on!
The Segall Family–
dora shannon adam & ryan
Sent from Heaven, no doubt.
Still thinking of you and still praying for your beautiful family.
It never ceases to amaze me that HE knows just what we need. That is amazing!!
I have chills… beautiful.
Wow. She didn’t want to leave you. When my sister and brother in law died the balloons we released formed into their initials in the sky. It was amazing. I believe in signs like those – absolutely. Every time I see a white butterfly – my sister. wind chimes – my sister. I’m so sorry you’re separated from your daughter — My heart is with you – and prayers for your peace. She is not far from you.
Know that I’m here praying hard for your family!
John 14:27 Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
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Beautiful! I lost my son , Dustin. I hope that he and Tuesday are playing together on streets of gold! God bless you and I’ll be praying for you and your family! Stacy
How beautiful!
so amazing and so wonderful that Tuesday showed you a sign… and how wonderful to know she watching down on you from Heaven….AMEN
What a beautiful sign.
Your family has touched my heart.
I think about your daughter every day.
What a beautiful, sweet, special, amazing, heart warming sign….not enough words.
Signs…yes, we believe in "signs"…on Saturday after Tuesday's life celebration, I went out on our deck to sit quietly after I got my girls down for a nap…after about five minutes a mama deer and two her two babies jumped into our yard…I just watched them nibble and run around for a while…after several minutes, one of the babies jumped to the other side of the fence…and watched the other two…just watched…that's where Tuesday is – she hasn't left you – she's just on the other side of the fence…looking out for her family.
We're sure Tuesday will keep sending you all special "signs" of herself. She's your angel.
With love,
julie, rachel & sara
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How special to have that happen with the balloons. Having recently lost a child in our family, I have some idea of what you are going throough.
Peace and hugs.
Beautiful!
Still sending prayers from Texas.
i think you are right. those who have experienced loss seem to be ultra sensitive to signs. i know it is something that has helped tremendously in my own grief. i am a stranger and found you through angie smith but please know your story has touched me and i am sending your family warm thoughts.
My Mum is fighting cancer and I was selfishly thinking that she was too young. 2 is too young. I have just gone and kissed all my children.
That is not a coincidence that those balloons were there. I am so sorry you had to experience this type of pain. No parent should.
I find you to be some of the most amazing people I have ever heard about. You have handled this whole ordeal with such grace and thoughtfulness. I just can’t believe what you have endured and shared with others. Thank you for letting us get to know Tuesday. I hope time heals you and that each day gets better, which it will, I just hope it comes sooner than later.
Hi Whitt Family,
I’ve been thinking about you all. I love that Tuesday brought you back some pink balloons! I heard your story yesterday on Alice and see Tuesday’s picture there today. You are so strong to be able to come back to the hospital already and share Tuesday’s story. I think your upcoming plans sound great. Take care.
Oh I too believe this is her way of telling you she is OK. My thoughts and prayers continue to go out to you. xoxo
That is definitely a beautiful sign for sure. Tuesday is around and she is still with you and your family.
I missed this when you posted it, somehow, and now I’m brought to tears by it. So very sweet.
Your family – Tuesday more than any – has shown a new light on our children and I’m grateful for them in a whole new way.
what an amazing sign she left for you….. so precious.
Oh I so believe in signs.. She was telling you “I’m ok everyone”.. Take good care…
God has a sense of humor! What a beautiful message. Your family is in my prayers.
Tuesday knows no sadness and yet wants to comfort you. She loves you and is joyous. What a wonderful gift she was able to send.
tears. cleansing, sweet tears. no words for you, just tears. and prayers.
thinking of you in tennessee.