Today our family fondly remembers our precious angel daughter and sister. I imagine Sarah as a beautiful five-year-old with big, bright eyes and shoulder-length hair--showering us with her sweetness, reading books on her own, writing her name, helping me in the kitchen, dressing up with Caroline and Maren, dancing, picking flowers, coloring pretty pictures and catching frogs with Nathan.
This afternoon we made sugar cookies cut into the shape of a butterfly. The children decorated them with frosting and sprinkles. Some of Sarah's little friends also sent her precious pictures and birthday wishes.
We tied five balloons to Sarah's bench and released five additional balloons with special messages written just for her.
Later this morning, a surprise awaited us at Sarah's bench. My dear friend Brenda and her sweet family had planted two crape myrtle trees next to the bench. We will find joy and satisfaction caring for these young trees and watching them grow. They will add such beauty to Sarah's special spot. Thank you Hylton family for your love and generosity!
This morning Maren placed a simple handmade note for Sarah on the kitchen table. Her words echo the feelings in our hearts today.
"Happy Birthday to someone special named Sarah"
Dear Sarah,
Happy Birthday! You turned five years old today! I love you so much with all my heart. My family really, really, really misses you!
Love, Maren
During her last few months, Sarah insisted on celebrating her birthday almost weekly. Videos and pictures of these "pretend" birthday parties have become memorable keepsakes for our family. We love to watch the joy in Sarah's face as she hears the "Happy Birthday" song and eats birthday cake.
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A special day set aside to reminisce about our little angel. What a perfect little girl she was! She will always be remembered for her sweet dispostion and genuine love she had for all. We miss you Sarah Adleen!
We miss you sweet Sarah. We are so thankful you shared your sweet spirit with us during your short time here on Earth.
You, your family and Sarah have been in our thoughts today. The video is precious, played to such a sweet tune. I'm so thankful I could have been there that night. Oh, how we miss our Sarah!
We are thinking of your family.
Happy Birthday precious Sarah! We are thinking of you and your sweet family today.
What a special day as we remember our Sweet Sarah! She brought so much joy into all of our lives. I loved the little twinkle in her eyes, her cute voice and laugh. Sarah spread sunshine where ever she went. We miss you and love you sweet Sarah!
I love the sweet smiling eyes and happiness Sarah shows in that birthday clip. She is a ray of sunshine. We have thought of your family today on Sarah's special day.
Happy Birthday Sweet Sarah. We send our love to all of you.
I hope you were able to find some peace today as your beautiful family honored sweet Sarah. We were thinking of you and sending you much love and big big hugs. We know Sarah is watching you and smiling at her beautiful family.
Happy birthday to your sweet and precious little girl. I know she is nearby you even though we can't see her right now. I hope your family was comforted by one another!
Ohhhhh Sarah. What an angel. I'm so glad that we got to spend some time together picking flowers for your mom and letting you hold Ruby. And I'm glad that you and Grandpa Giles get to take care of cousin Lucy and Baby Sister Charlotte until they come to earth! Love you and miss you!
What a beautiful day for a beautiful girl who loves birthdays. I imagine she was close by to enjoy her special day as well.
You have a beautiful family Chirstine. I can see and feel the love you all have for each other with every post I read. Happy 5th Birthday to your precious Sarah!
Happy Birthday, sweet Sarah! You are so good at capturing all of these memories and will continue to for all the many years! And those trees! What a thoughtful thing. She will never be forgotten and continues to make such an impression on so many. Happy 5th Birthday, sweet Sarah!
I miss little Sarah. What a beautiful little video. I'm glad a know her.
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