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Post by sarahsma on Mar 15, 2006 13:05:34 GMT -5
Today is Sarah's 13th B-Day.We will have the traditional celebration, her favorite meal, presents, balloons and fun will be had by all.But I find myself remembering this very day 13 years ago when my heart burst with pride  and broke :'(at the same time.My tears don't fall as easily on this day as they use to,however they still come.I do not share this feeling with anyone in my home as I would never want to put a damper on this truly wonderful day. I do feel safe sharing it with all of you though.Please keep me in your thoughts today as I wrap presents, sing Happy Birthday, and hide the little tears. Thanks Lisa |
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Post by andrewsmom on Mar 15, 2006 13:24:11 GMT -5
Awww Lisa....I think I know how you feel. Andrew will be 2 the 28th and I have been sad myself lately. I also don't share my feelings with anyone at home. {{{HUGS}}}}
I think you have every right to feel this way...and I'm glad you felt safe to share how you are feeling here with all of us. I will try to bring happy thoughts your way today.
I wish sarah the happiest 13th birthday!!!!!!
-Trisha
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Post by ValerieC on Mar 15, 2006 13:29:25 GMT -5
Happy birthday to a beautiful new teenager!
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Post by Kristen on Mar 15, 2006 13:43:58 GMT -5
I hear ya, Lisa! I have "talked myself out of being sad" on his birthday, but when his due date comes around, then I "let" myself have a good cry over everything. Happy birthday to your TEENAGER - EEEKKKK!!!! What did she ask for?
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Post by ALLISA on Mar 15, 2006 14:58:05 GMT -5
HUGE HUGS coming to.....you said it so perfect......
"My heart burst with pride and broke at the same time"
I know that feeling oh so well and do find myself emotional around the time of my daughter's b-day.
Between all the stress, emotional rollercoaster and fear for her heart condition, all those feelings bubble over and I know I have never fully resolved them with myself and that is why they return annually.
I hope you all have a very happy day.
Allisa
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Post by Pat on Mar 15, 2006 15:36:09 GMT -5
;DHappy Birthday Sarah ;D A teenager in the house....run! LOL I really feel for you.  I know when John-John birthday comes around, I get sad. This is the only place I share it too. (((Hugs))) Pat |
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Post by firerose98 on Mar 15, 2006 15:44:24 GMT -5
I completely understand what you mean. Gillian is only 16 months old, but I do understand the pride/broken heart. I was devastated after she was born and things didn't go how I had planned...but alas, they have worked themselves in such a way that is probably better than I could have planned. I still have my moments too though when I want to cry because I get depressed thinking about what she might not be able to do. I just have to turn my thinking around and remember all that she is able to do or will do in her life.
Happy Birthday to Sarah! (that's my sister's name and she just turned 16)
Michelle
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Post by CC on Mar 15, 2006 19:02:10 GMT -5
Hope you just had WONDERFUL day
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HUGS to you Lisa 
CC ~ |
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Post by Cbean on Mar 15, 2006 20:01:54 GMT -5
It only took one year to understand what you mean. I feel bad as I look back on Emily's first birthday as we didn't even celebrate it. Luckily, between her age and hypsarythmia, I think I'll get away with it! Happy birthday to your beautiful girl and a special hug and kleenex to you Mom. |
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Post by Mary_L. on Mar 15, 2006 22:04:24 GMT -5
Happy Birthday Sarah! I hope you had a fantastic day!
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Post by rickismom on Mar 17, 2006 2:39:27 GMT -5
Only if you allow yourself to feel the sadness will you enjoy the good things as well. Hope you have a nice day!
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Post by Emilysmom on Mar 17, 2006 11:51:29 GMT -5
HAPPY 13th BIRTHDAY SARAH!!!!!
Lisa~ That is one of the things I love most about Uno Mas.......we can feel free to share stuff and KNOW that others truly understand. I know exactly what you mean about not mentioning stuff to family members for fear of spoiling the celebration,etc. You can "let it all hang out" with us. Many of us really have been there and felt the same emotions.
Susan
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Post by chasesmom on Mar 19, 2006 10:02:08 GMT -5
As usual...I am late in seeing this post, it has been a busy week, sorry Lisa.
I can feel your tears. I too am exactly the same way every year on the fourth of July when it's Chase's birthday. We always celebrate but every year I shed some tears, I love him dearly but on that day it is just a day that I think back to my hopes and dreams, not knowing life was about to change completely and forever. I think I have found that alot of people here do that and it is okay. We love our kids, we accept life as it is but it is okay to think back and mourn a little one day a year. I too have found each year gets a bit easier and less grievable.....hugs to you, and a huge HAPPY BIRTHDAY to SARAH!!!! BTW...where do you guys live, any chance you want to join our get together this July? We are going to have a few kids there this year that are about Sarah's age.
Robin
Robin
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and broke :'(at the same time.My tears don't fall as easily on this day as they use to,however they still come.I do not share this feeling with anyone in my home as I would never want to put a damper on this truly wonderful day. I do feel safe sharing it with all of you though.Please keep me in your thoughts today as I wrap presents, sing Happy Birthday, and hide the little tears. Thanks Lisa 
I know when John-John birthday comes around, I get sad. This is the only place I share it too. (((Hugs)))
&
Susan, Proud mom of Michael (32), Justin (25) Emily (22ds), and Jordan (20).
