We didn't get much time to know you - we didn't even know if you were a boy or a girl (but we're both going with girl.) Even so, we loved you from the minute we knew you were here. I took about 10 pregnancy tests before I even believed it was true. We had been waiting for so long, and we were so excited to know you were finally coming! In fact, we were so excited we couldn't keep the news to ourselves. We told your family, our friends and some coworkers...we wanted to shout the news to the world!
As that first doctor's appointment neared, our excitement grew (along with a bit of anxiety...with all we've been through that's just inevitable). We couldn't wait to see your sweet heart beating, and to know that you were healthy and safe, growing inside mama. Of course, as you know, that doctor's appointment didn't quite go that way, nor did the follow-ups. However, you did give us the gift of seeing that tiny heart beat, and that is a gift that won't be forgotten. We are devastated to have to let you go, to not have you in our arms, to say good-bye once again.
But no matter how sad we may be, our love for you has not diminished. If anything, it continues to grow. You are one strong baby, taking care of your mama and making sure she didn't have to go through any surgeries or medical procedures. Following in your older brothers' footsteps, you sure know how to take care of us! Although we never got to see your sweet face, hold your little hand, or hear your precious cry, you will live in our hearts until one day we meet again. And until that day, we know your brothers will watch over you, as big brothers should! Thank you for letting us know you, and for letting us love you. (And even if it's your brothers keeping an eye on you, you can help keep them in line. I mean...boys...)
We'll hold you in our hearts until we can hold you in our arms. We love you sweet baby girl!
Love always and forever,
Mama and Daddy
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