{a photo of Bennett I took in Sept at our family reunion}
This is my cousin Mandy's youngest boy Bennett. 20 months old and absolutely darling. I think his little face is perfect and angelic even. He passed away 2 weeks ago. Just fell asleep in his bed and never woke back up. He has touched a lot of lives and brought a lifetime of joy to his family in his short little existence on this earth. I was blessed to have know him and am blessed to witness the amazing faith and grace his parents have faced this trial with. It's inspiring to watch. To take a line from Bennett's funeral and obituary. We feel blessed to know "its not good bye, just see ya later".
If it feels like my blog has been a bit neglected lately it's because in Bennett's memory, I am trying to spend less time on the computer, the phone and other distractions to enjoy more day to day moments with my little blessings.
Love you Bennett and Wilkinson Family.
8 comments:
Very sweet Hailey and what a great way to honor him. Our children are our life, our loves, our breath.
thanks for posting that!! It really does make you realize how short this life is and that we cherish this short time we have with our kids... as kids!
What a sweet boy. It really is such a wake-up to have those moments when you realize just how short & precious life is.
I have a quote I'm going to email you.
I have been thinking about them so much since I heard the news. I talked to a few neighbors who were at the funeral and hearing about it really does make me want to be a better mother and more present in my children's lives. What great examples they are!
I still want to get together some time soon. please email me when you get a chance!
His parents are truly inspiring. I saw them at Garn's viewing and Mandy told me to just enjoy everything I can. I waste so much time on things that don't matter and I need to remember to enjoy this time with my kids. It really puts things in perspective when you see a tragedy like that. I got to hold that sweet boy when he was like 6 months. Our old ward is having lots of funerals lately, I hope they are over for a while.
Soak in every moment. Even the hard ones. Because each moment is a witness that IT WAS. And I cling to every one.
Love you, cousin . . .
that is so sad, and i'm so sorry for their loss. thanks for what you said, what a sweet way to remind us to be in the present.
Sweetest words. Thank you for sharing. I need to push away distractions too...thanks for inspiring me on things that truly matter.
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