Monday, December 08, 2008

they are okay

There are days or moments that I watch my little ones and think, "Bloody Hell. They are going to be so messed up after all they've been through." Then there are times that I see them blossom and bloom with smiles, laughter and play where I think, "If you didn't know what had happened, you would think these two had a 'normal' life."
All I know for sure, is that no matter how our lives unfold, they are stronger because they have eachother.
They still know how to laugh and be silly without guilt or remorse.

And that these two little ones are the most amazing teachers of living after your life has stopped.
I am practising seeing the world through their eyes....It isn't as dark as it is through mine.

11 comments:

Anonymous said...

they are beautiful human beings, and though i've never met you i love reading about your life here. i think you are INCREDIBLE, and you are lucky to have each other. i wish your family could be entirely complete right now. and i'm so sorry that it isn't. for what it's worth i find the way you mother, nurture your children and encourage them to be who they are is super inspiring.

Anonymous said...

They have life in them.. which is what keeps you going - even when you just want to stop.

Hugz
Melody

If it weren't for my kids.. I'd still be drowning.

Anonymous said...

They are both so beautiful and have amazingly cheeky smiles! xxx

Anonymous said...

Your kids're beautiful, there's sunshine and laughter in their eyes. looking through their eyes sometimes is a brilliant idea when all you see are clouds through your own xXx

Anonymous said...

Jackie, as usual your posts are so inspiring. I especially like this one. The pictures are amazing of Olivia and Briar. Children are our greatest teachers. We can learn so much from them. They are so full of energy and spirit and are good examples of being able to live in the moments.....which is really all there is. Thank you for sharing your story with all of us. You have touched me on a very deep level.

Anonymous said...

especially love the second pic of Liv. what a comedian. life definitely is brighter through their eyes.

Anonymous said...

You are right - they ARE lucky to have each other - What a pair! My own mother passed away when I was not quite three and I have always wished, hoped, dreamed, longed for a sibling...I truly think that is the greatest gift for a child! You have amazing children Jackie - just look at them!

Anonymous said...

They are really lovely.

Anonymous said...

LOL, I love Liv's expressions, what adorable and sweet faces. They must bring you so much happiness!

Anonymous said...

You help them be strong and they will respect you so deeply..xx

Anonymous said...

what an incredible gift to wake up to those sweet faces every morning