Reaching New Milestones
I remember so clearly when we were making plans for your 6th birthday. Star Wars was going to be theme of your birthday party and the invitation's catch phrase read "In a Galaxy far far away, there will be a Birthday Party for Matias"... Little did I know that your 6th birthday would, in fact be celebrated in that wonderful galaxy far, far away and not here on Earth. Exactly a week before you turned six, on March 12th, 2017, you decided to embark on a wonderful new journey back home, Heaven. Even though my heart still breaks when I go back to that day, I cherish the memory of us planning your celebration until the last minute in the hospital. Now, with time I have come to see and understand the purpose of your decision.
My boy, today your little sister, the joy of your life and the one that you cared for so dearly during your last two years, is turning six. For the first time, we are now parents of a six year old. Even-though it is a bittersweet moment, I can confidently say that Julieta continues to be the "rock" that keeps us grounded. Matias, you would be so proud of the amazing things she has accomplished. She went from being your giggly little sister, to becoming the most wonderful "big sister". She is the vivid example of unconditional love. She cares so deeply for Ana Lucía. She is incredibly patient, looking after her with such care and joy. I know that she is just following your lead, because, even though she was barely two when you left, incredible as it may sound, she continues to talk of you as if you never did leave. Her memories of the specific moments are not clear in her mind, yet she remembers how safe your presence made her feel. You continue to be her big brother, the one she looks up to and whom she speaks of with such pride and love.
Now, four years have passed since I last hugged you, yet everyday I can still feel the warmth of your hugs in my heart. Thanks to you, we will continue to cherish the little moments and the great gifts you continue to send our way. I now understand that your purpose is bigger that our minds could ever understand, yet, I feel excited and eager to continue on this journey, guided by the sparks of light you consistently send our way.
Que belleza, Felicidades Julieta! Bendiciones para toda la familia🥰
ReplyDeleteEsta preciosa mi niña!!! Ella ha llenado de bendiciones nuestras vidas
DeletePrecioso Monica. Me encanta leer como le hablas a Matias. Todavia recuerdo su llamada de telefono que ya queria venir a celebrar en la piscina con sus primos. ❤️
ReplyDeleteRecuerdo esa llamada como si fuera ayer!!! Amaba planificar su cumpleaños.
DeleteQue hermosos recuerdos amiga. Es lindo ver como Julieta recuerda a su hermanito y ver como Matias seguirá presente en sus vidas, pues jamas dejara de vivir en sus corazones 💕
ReplyDeleteSi es increible ver como Julieta lo recuerda y lo menciona en el dia a dia.
DeleteMi vicepresidenta favorita. I can feel your son smiling down on you, every time he reads your letters. I am happy to hear that you and your husband are remaining strong. That you guys are moving on, but never moving away. I can only imagine how proud Matias must be of his parents and his siblings. I will never pretend to offer you words of consolation, but please know, that you and your family have a very special place in my heart.
ReplyDeleteLenin!!! Gracias por tus lindos deseos!!! Seguimos adelante por el amor incondicional que sentimos por Matias y las niñas. El era luz y alegria, y asi queremos que perdure su recuerdo, desde el amor. Guardo los mejores recuerdos juntos cuando estabamos en el colegio. Espero volver a verte pronto. Abrazos Presi!!!
DeleteHe leído todas sus cartas, y he llorado con cada una, mi único hijo acaba de cumplir 11 años. Es mi vida entera, no imagino mi vida sin Él!
ReplyDeleteQue Dios siga llenando su vida de razones para seguir adelante, la abrazo fuerte a la distancia. Bendiciones para usted y su familia.
Te entiendo! Pero el momento en el que el fallece, en lo único que podía pensar era en que su despedida tenía que ser tan grande y llena de amor, como él había vivido su vida. No sé como, pero comencé a llamar a todos los que habían cruzado camino con él, sus maestros, padres de amigos de sus colegios anteriores... Todos tenían que ir a despedirse de él. Más ahora entiendo que no vivo sin él, ahora vivo aún más cerca de Matias. Lo siento y escucho dentro de mí, lo veo en mis niñas, en lo que dicen y como actuan. Es dificil concebirlo concientemente, pero el amor lo puede todo y sin saberlo, Matias nos preparo para ese momento. Aún tengo tantas historias que contar, tantas conversaciones que tuvimos que en esos momentos no entdia de donde venian, pero ahora entiendo que eran para prepararnos para este momento. Gracias por tus lindas palabras. Abrazos y muchas bendiciones.
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