Something sad

Erin's had a miscarriage. She is healthy and feeling OK. But sad. We all are.

She's been resting as much as she can. I took today off to play with the kids.

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We were outside this morning in the rain, not doing much of anything. Jane made a discovery in the garden.

Jane: Hey! There are tomatoes growing on this plant! I can see tomatoes!

We'd been looking every day for the last several weeks. Today, suddenly, there they were. Jane ran from plant to plant, confirming their existence on some, but not all.

Jane: Sometimes the little yellow flowers turn into tomatoes, and sometimes they don't.

13 comments:

  1. Bon14 July 2010 at 21:07

    so very sorry, Dave. i saw a lot of happiness in your face last week when you told me about the pregnancy. the loss of that little possibility and all that hope is a sad thing indeed.

    love to Erin and to you.

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  2. Anonymous14 July 2010 at 21:10

    Wise Janey.
    x
    rawlsy

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  3. Lisa O`Hara (Bateman)14 July 2010 at 21:11

    Oh Dave. I know I said it on Facebook but I am so sorry for your loss. I understand all of the excitement and wonder that comes as soon as you find out you are expecting! I am certain that you are a strong family and will get through this together...I can sort of understand your feelings as I had an early miscarriage back in January. Sadness is really the only way to describe it. Take care of your lovely wife, beautiful children and yourself of course!!

    Lisa

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  4. Dead Robot15 July 2010 at 09:48

    So sorry to hear about this, Dave.

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  5. Craig Wesley15 July 2010 at 09:50

    What a terrible loss. We're thinking about the whole family, sending healing thoughts. Take care please, all of you.

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  6. just us15 July 2010 at 10:01

    So true, Janey, so true. Hugs to everyone and an extra one to Erin. XOXO

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  7. auntie15 July 2010 at 10:08

    I do wish that by saying "we share your sadness" that it meant we are taking some of yours to carry. However, it doesn't work that way; I well know. But I do share your sadness, and send all the loving thoughts I can muster your way, to Erin & You & the kids.

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  8. Unknown15 July 2010 at 10:43

    Dave and Erin
    So sorry to hear this sad news. Each of you are in our thoughts and Craig and I are holding you in our hearts. I will give you a big hug to share around the family when I next see you.

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  9. misty15 July 2010 at 16:38

    Sorry to hear about your loss. Take care.

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  10. wordswords15 July 2010 at 21:40

    All of you are the best. Thank-you.

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  11. The Spiceman15 July 2010 at 22:29

    The big extended family sends love and a warm embrace to your wonderful family. Our condolences to you, Erin, Henry, Jane and Alice.

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  12. Sherry16 July 2010 at 09:00

    So sorry for your family's loss Dave.

    I've been following your blog since Jenna mentioned it in her bouquet blog and enjoy it immensely.

    Your kids seem to be very insightful, wonderful wee people. Me thinks you and Erin are doing a fabulous job as parents!

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  13. movita19 July 2010 at 23:22

    Such sad news. I can only imagine how heartsick you and Erin are. I so enjoy hearing about you and your wee transplants, and send my sympathies to you through the cosmos...

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