June 5, 2012 Baby Holden
In the arms of his loving mommy and daddy, Holden Archer Lee returned to live with his Heavenly Father early in the morning on June 4th 2012.
Our hearts are heavy but comforted by the knowledge that we will all live as forever families through the saving grace of Jesus Christ our savior. We are amazed at our friends strength and humbled by their love for each other, their sweet baby and their faith in God. This last week was not an easy one for Conor and I but it broke our hearts to think of our pals/buddies/friends that we love so much having to face something so agonizing. This morning I got up and read this talk by one of our church leaders - it has given me a lot of comfort after experiencing great loss in the past. It is still just as beautiful to me as the first time I read it and it warmed my heart to be reassured that there is a plan and that this courageous little family will one day be reunited and that their sorrow and heart ache will only be for a short time. (Click here to watch the shortened video version). I am so honored to have been able to hold such a perfect little child in my arms, even if it was brief, and I know that although the toughest times are still ahead for his parents this little soul is watching over them and preparing a sacred home for them in heaven.
Reader Comments (12)
I'm so sorry. Thinking of you guys & his parents.
this just breaks my heart. my thoughts are with the lees right now xoxoxo
I'm so sorry to read this also. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your friends.
What a beautiful promise we have from the Lord to know of that sweet reunion up in Heaven one day...Prayers for the family.
Oh, I'm so sorry. My heart aches for you and for them. This summer marks three years since my tiny baby went home to heaven, too. It's a hard, hard thing but having wonderful friends and faith in God and the resurrection made it bearable. And, oh, these tiny angels are so worth it. Your friends are lucky to have you and your love and prayers. I hope they can find some little peace in the midst of all their grief.
And thanks for sharing the talk - I had never read it before and it is a beautiful reminder.
I can't imagine what you're friends are feeling right now but it brings me to tears to think about it. That has to be one of the toughest things a parent could go through. I am grateful to know that we can be with our loved ones again. It's comforting to know that they will once again be able to hold him in their arms. My condolences to your friends. They are in my prayers.
So very sorry to hear this. Many prayers to you and your friends.
May Holden rest in peace. Our condolences to the Lee family. Xxx
My heart is heavy hearing this news. I'm thankful that such strong faith lives in the hearts of and surrounds Holden and his parents.
I'm so sorry. I'm praying for you.
Praying for all of you, I have a very good friend who has been through something similar. we both found comfort in this little poem that I grew up with, so I thought I would pass it along.
A Child Of Mine
Edgar Albert Guest
I will lend you, for a little time,
A child of mine, He said.
For you to love the while he lives,
And mourn for when he's dead.
It may be six or seven years,
Or twenty-two or three.
But will you, till I call him back,
Take care of him for Me?
He'll bring his charms to gladden you,
And should his stay be brief.
You'll have his lovely memories,
As solace for your grief.
I cannot promise he will stay,
Since all from earth return.
But there are lessons taught down there,
I want this child to learn.
I've looked the wide world over,
In search for teachers true.
And from the throngs that crowd life's lanes,
I have selected you.
Now will you give him all your love,
Nor think the labour vain.
Nor hate me when I come
To take him home again?
I fancied that I heard them say,
'Dear Lord, Thy will be done!'
For all the joys Thy child shall bring,
The risk of grief we'll run.
We'll shelter him with tenderness,
We'll love him while we may,
And for the happiness we've known,
Forever grateful stay.
But should the angels call for him,
Much sooner than we've planned.
We'll brave the bitter grief that comes,
And try to understand
i contemplated sharing a post about baby holden, but i just didn't know because i know caitlin is so private and i wanted to give her utmost respect. but i was so glad to see this post, i celebrate holden and his perfect little life along with you. i was stalking you on instagram and saw that you're moving! good luck in your new home, even though i'm sure it's tragic to leave hawaii (: