This morning I had the opportunity to meet with fellow lost baby mom, blogger, and mother to Ada and Eleanor, Beth. I found Beth's blog just weeks after losing Ella. I remember staying up really late one night to read her story. I commented on a few of her posts and she befriended me and lent support immediately. Beth, her husband, her beautiful baby, Eleanor (who is the age that Ella should have been), and I shared stories about Ella and Ada, our rainbow babies, and our families over breakfast. Chatting with Beth was so easy and it felt like she was a dear friend. I've said this before, but blogging has been my greatest form of therapy. I've "met" so many incredible women, feel a sense of belonging and am reassured that what I'm experiencing is normal. It truly was the highlight of my week to be able to step away from the computer and meet one of you in real life.
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Finally! A picture of you! :-). I have always said "blogvesre" is the best and you meet awesome people that provides you with a sense of normalcy (not that our situation can ever be considered normal) Lol.
ReplyDeleteBree, I am so glad you got to meet one of these bloggers in real life. I anticipate doing that one day... And it's crazy the bond that is formed through our similar situations and heartbreak.
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I'm so happy that you and Beth met IRL as I hope to meet you both one day, too!
ReplyDeleteAnd, to second Marie, its nice to finally see a pic of you!
There are a few pics of me on here somewhere. :)
ReplyDeleteThats amazing. Wonderful pictures too. :)
ReplyDeleteThat is so sweet that you got the chance to see each other in "real" life - you're so right, blogging has been a saving grace. Such a warm, wonderful community - especially you! :)
ReplyDeleteThis morning was a true highlight for me, too! You're the first stillborn mama that I've met in real life, and therefore the first person that I felt I could speak with so freely about Ada. I can't wait to hear more updates on your sweet little rainbow baby. :)
ReplyDeleteBree, thank you for sharing a picture from your meeting today. The women on here have been so great and I too hope to meet one of my fellow bloggers IRL one of these days.
ReplyDeleteFabulous! I only wish we were all closer.... I think a trip to California may be in order? :)
ReplyDeleteHow fun!!! I can't wait to make a trip out to visit myself! You look beautiful! Hugs
ReplyDeleteLea- I'd love to meet you. You should bring your kiddos to Disneyland. Then, we can meet up. Kate- I know you're gonna come out soon! :)
ReplyDeleteAww how wonderful. So glad you could meet her!
ReplyDeleteLike Kate and Lea said ... we all need to get together!
hey... did you see Ella's block picture? it's there.. just wondered since you said you couldn't wait to see it.. hope the link works ok!
ReplyDeleteSo very very true friend!!! There is something about the friendships of baby-loss mamas that is amazing!!! One of the first moms I met on this journey lives states away from me but we still visit and talk regularly! I am so happy that the two of you met! I would love to meet one day! By the way- thank you SOOOO much for the nice compliment on my blog! Totally made my day!
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Laura
Sounds great. Next time perhaps I can join you guys too.
ReplyDeleteThat's so awesome that you got to meet up with her! I love meeting fellow babylost mommies.
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