Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Sweet Wish



Today after school Teddy had a play date with his buddy Jake. It was blazing here in Santa Barbara and by the time I picked up the boys from school they were sweaty balls! Consequently, we went and got smoothies at Blenders in the Grass. The rest of the short play date was spent playing XBox.

Yesterday, we had a beach play date yesterday with Jake and his mom Holly. Both boys had complained after the beach that they wanted to come over and play video games. Unfortunately, there wasn't enough time then because of homework. So today....Holly and I made sure they boys had some time to hang out and play their video games :) They are both precious boys and have earned a bit of goofing off time!

After the wonderful play date with Jake, I asked Teddy if he wanted to go on a bike ride and adventure. He beamed and said yes. Practically every afternoon, Teddy and I do something fun together. It is essential that I model how life, even in the midst of tremendous heart break, continues and that we are still suppose to cultivate happiness. I take this responsibility incredibly seriously!!!

We rode our bikes to a nearby park, where Teddy immediately called a game of Tag. I maybe Teddy's mama but I still can give him a run for his money in a good old fashion game of tag :)

After tag, Teddy suggested we go on a hike to see if we could spot any wild bunnies. As we walked over to the meadow he wanted to take me to, I handed him a gorgeous dandelion I had found by the side of the road. He took the dandelion, closed his eyes and said, "I wish Nina is having a good time in Heaven!" He then puckered his perfect lips and blew the tiny white puffs away.



Teddy is spectacularly sweet and I know that Nina is smiling because she knows how much her big brother adores her!!!

14 comments:

  1. Warms and melts my heart.... What an amazing big brother..he has such a beautiful soul!

    :)

    ~Amy

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  2. Rosy, not a day goes by that I don't think about your sweet Nina. I feel like I know her through your beautiful posts. I think of her each time I see SpongeBob or Panda Express. :-) What precious children you have. Thank you for sharing your journey with us and allowing us to pray for you and grieve for you.

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  3. I love your boy! What an amazing young man. I 2nd his wish. Hugs,
    Sherri

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  4. What an awesomely incredible young man you and Todd are raising......he has such a genuine heart. Thanks for sharing all of these precious moments with us Rosy!

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  5. Awe, such a sweet & precious little boy he is! You two remind me of my little boy and I, we do everything together; He's only three and loves to hike with his mama. Special moments with your little ones is what life is all about! Thinking about you everyday Fredeen family. xoxoxo Lot's of love.

    Natasha

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  6. what a sweet and precious gift your son is. he as well as you are inspiring. thank you for sharing his sweet spirit.

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  7. I bet Teddy's wish met Nina with a huge smile on her face. You truly are a great mommy.

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  8. Did you notice at the top of this page it is a picture of a dandelion? I just thought that was sweet! I havle shared your story with so many!! You all have had such an impact!

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  9. wow...Josette... I notice the dandelion every time I open the blog page, but did not put it together with this "Sweet Wish" entry from Rosy. How amazing! My heart skipped a beat just now.

    Thinking of you Fredeen Family...every day!
    Hugs and prayers...
    ~Amy

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  10. Your story still moves me to the point of tears. I am humbled by you and your family.
    Take care~

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  11. Your son is a reflection of your wonderful parenting. God bless your family with many more memories.

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  12. Teddy is such a sweet boy, who will grow up to be an amazing man. He is such a blessing. I am so happy that he is finding joy in the midst of sadness. You are a wonderful mother, for it is through you and your efforts that he is such a wonderful little boy.

    You and your family are constantly in my prayers...especially yesterday. Nina is smiling down on all of you. She is happy, feeling so loved, and she is also praying for you. Continue living and finding happiness, for Nina is shining on you from up above and like you said will always be your sunshine.

    With love,
    Elizabeth

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  13. teddy is something special!! he looks older to me in these pictures. i am glad he is doing well and is surrounded by friends and love.

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