Marcia shares the difficulties that her and her husband faced while battling infertility. She has captured all of the emotions that those that have suffered a loss go through: happiness, trepidation, unfathomable sadness, anger, depression, anxiety, and somehow, that unfailing hope that seems to well up from some unknown source. She also talks … [Read more...]
Erin’s Story- Pregnancy and Infant Loss Series
Erin has bravely shared her story, which is one of simultaneous celebration and grief. Although I am told that a pregnancy that is free of any complications is filled with an array of emotions, Erin’s story is exponentially complex as she describes how she dealt with life and loss. She has captured in words a transcendental experience; the … [Read more...]
Shannon’s Story- Pregnancy and Infant Loss Series
I have a lump in my throat that I can’t get rid of. Sometimes, you learn of someone else’s struggle and suddenly feel idiotic for complaining about the battles you face. I felt that way after reading Shannon’s story who, along with her husband, had to say goodbye all-too-soon to their son, Jackson. As she tells her story, I wondered how Shannon … [Read more...]