Dear Allyson Nicole |
By Jody & David Otto |
Dear Allyson Nicole,
Our church has a tradition. Each Sunday, we place roses on the alter. Red represents birth; white, deaths. Your rose, dear daughter, will be white. We tried so hard and waited so long for you to come into our lives. We dreamt about the day when there would be a red rose announcing your birth. We pictured your baptism and picking you up from the church nursery. We believe that as you were carried from this life, the angels paused for a moment so you could see your mom and dad. We trust you were able to feel our everlasting love. It occurs to us that whether we knew you for 15 minutes or 50 years, it will seem as nothing compared to the eternity we will spend together. So, Allyson, although your rose is white, in our hearts it will always be red. Love, Mom and Dad (Jody & David Otto) |