Dear LJ,

I knew you in the womb and thanked God for answering my prayer for your conception.

I heard every moment of your growth. Your mom shared every detail about the nausea and bad feelings you caused her during first trimester.

You continued to grow with small challenges here and there, but we never gave up hope that you would finish the journey. I felt your movements and also watched them. Your mom was aware of your waking hours. During that time she would talk to you and let us know that you were awake and active.

Just before your departure, I heard mom saying and looking forward to the thrill of holding you in her arms in 4 weeks time. That dreaded day, 26th August, was a day of shock and reality. Your mom is very observant as she got very concerned about your movements. She quickly retrieved the Doppler to use on her stomach to help find your heart beat. We know the rest…

LJ, you know how much we loved you and prayed daily to God “to deliver a normal healthy baby”. My brother and sisters and grandpa can testify to this request which was heard consistently. Words cannot express my deep love for you and how much I was looking forward to your birth.

LJ, my greatest consolation is that you are in heaven among God’s treasured people and I hope to meet you one day after my own passing.

Love always,

Grandma Zulie