A friend of mine lost her toddler in a freak accident- about a month later her sister received news that her baby had severe complications and that there was little to nothing they could do. That when he was born he would start to die and only live a few days at the most. So she carried him thru full term and gave birth to him knowing he would only be here for a few days. He was here for five days. He looked as perfect as could be- there was nothing wrong that u could see by looking at him. But all his organs were twisted and did not grow properly. His name was Jerome. Although he only lived a few days he had a huge impact upon everyone- when he did pass it was verry sad- the whole thing was heartbreaking. They were at home and he cried and his mum settled him- but he kept crying quitely- and slowly let go- and passed. But it was not a gentle nice thing and was pretty horrific.
But his mum says that she could not have asked anything more of him- that he did everything she prayed for and was perfect in everyway. He stayed alive long enough to meet his grandfather and relatives and to be christened- which was what she had hoped and prayed for. She told me that she is grateful for having known he would die- as she could prepare and capture many hrs of footage and thousands of photos. She said she cherished the time she got to spend with him – that he was the most precious gift- if only for a short time. She really is a strong person and suprises me with her incredible spirit. Although i know she hurts everyday for him and will never truely get over it or move on- she tries to see whatever positives there could be. He is now resting peacefully buried next to his cousin.
Life is so precious and its so hard when ur faced with losing it. I hope she gets through it and can find some comfort and healing somehow. And i hope ur looking after urself too- u need support as well x
