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javeiro
Lokahi
USA
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 Posted - 06/15/2008 : 5:33:48 PM
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Father’s Day and a day of remembrance….
Some of you may remember that we lost our four year old grandson Kaiea last year. Well today was the one year anniversary of that sad day and we spent part of it with him in remembrance of all the wonderful things he brought to our family during his oh so short life. We made arrangements with each other a few days ago so that our three families could each have their private time with Kai.
Thankfully it was a gorgeously sunny day here in western Washington. My wife made us a picnic lunch and we took his favorite story books and my guitar. We both wrote notes to him and sent them up in helium balloons, watching until we could no longer see them. We set potted antheriums and hibiscus next to his monument and laid an orchid lei around his picture. We talked and laughed about some of the funny things he did, we remembered his loving hugs and warm snuggles and we shed some tears as well. We thanked God for the blessing of his soon-to be-born sister Melia and prayed for a healthy birth for both her and mom. And before we left we promised Kai that we’d be sure to tell her what an amazing brother she had.
Kai’s web page: www.caringbridge.org/wa/kai
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Aloha,
John A. |
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Pupule
USA
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Posted - 06/15/2008 : 5:59:00 PM
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Happy father's day.
I remember. It is nice that your family can post so candidly on the website about your love for Kai. |
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RJS
Ha`aha`a
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Posted - 06/15/2008 : 6:03:35 PM
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Reading your post brought back many feelings, and not a few tears.
I guess this is especially poignant for me this year because 6/20 is the first year anniversary of us bringing our son from Guatemala to join our family. He is now 21 months old. I can't imagine how anyone could survive the pain you went through. May the good memories sustain you. |
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ypochris
Lokahi
USA
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Posted - 06/16/2008 : 01:21:53 AM
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John,
I lost a two year old daughter twenty four years ago, and a nineteen year old son nine years later. It STILL hurts so badly that reading this made me cry. I feel for you deeply. My prayer to all is that none of you outlive your children- let alone your grandchildren...
Chris
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Podagee57
Lokahi
USA
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Posted - 06/16/2008 : 10:31:30 AM
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Aloha John, I too have trouble imagining what it would be like to lose a child. You are fortunate that you have a loving family to lean on and offer support. It's good to hear that the pregnancy is going good...soon Stacie and Matt, as well as you and Carol, will have Melia to buffer your pain. By the way, remember the family that danced at the Luau? One of the girls, Lynette, is due tomorrow. I saw her this weekend and guess what they have named their baby girl...yep...Melia. We share your excitement regarding Melia, and hope to read about that wonderful day right here on the T-patch. Give my love to your family.
Malama pono |
What? You mean high "E" is the TOP string. No way dude! That changes everything! |
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wcerto
Ahonui
USA
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Posted - 06/16/2008 : 1:34:57 PM
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John, I remember you sharing your heartbreak with us when Kai moved on. I am glad you felt comfortable sharing those so personal feelings with your `ohana here at Taro Patch. I was so very touched reading his story on the blog. I am very excited to here another keiki is on the way. She will never be a replacement, but will be her own unique miracle.
We had a baby that was stillborn -- our first child in 1976. There is not hardly a day goes by after all these years that I do not think of him and how our life would have been should he have lived.
God bless you and your family, and give you nothing but special memories of Kai. |
Me ke aloha
Malama pono,
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javeiro
Lokahi
USA
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Posted - 06/16/2008 : 6:49:13 PM
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Andy: It was a good way to keep everyone informed about everything that was going on without making a dozen phone calls every time there was some news. I also think that it helped us all to cope.
RJS: I remember reading about your son. Wow, he's nearly two years old now, huh? Time does fly so enjoy every moment with him.
Chris: Mahalo and I'm sorry for your losses too.
Kurt: Yes, I am truly thankful for my wonderful family. And who would have thought that there would be two Melia's being born here just weeks apart? It's not like it's such a common name.
Wanda: I have been coming here for around four years now and like you, I probably visit the TaroPatch daily even though I don't post quite as often as yoo do, LOL! It does feel like extended family. And I am sorry for your loss as well.
Thank you all for your sentiments....they are much appreciated. |
Aloha,
John A. |
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