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Tuesday, May 11, 2010

My Baby Bean

Most of you who have followed my blog for a while or those who know me at all, know that Chris and I called Jordan, Baby Bean from day 1. Before we had a name for him, He was Baby Bean. We added a few funnies in there like Jumpin' Bean and Jelly Bean but Baby Bean was his "nickname". Yesterday in the mail, amidst the many cards we receive each day (which I LOVE them all dearly) there was an envelope that was a little fatter than the rest. It was from a couple we used to be really close to when Chris was in the Marines. He opened the card and inside was a little black pouch that said "My Forever Child" in gold writing. I immediately got a lump in my throat b/c I have looked at this website many times since Jordan died. I just happened upon it one day looking at keepsake jewelry and have even chosen a necklace from there that I HAVE to have. Anyway, I opened the little pouch and there was this beautiful silver necklace shaped like a bean. The card from Marcy told me the necklace was actually called "The Baby Bean" necklace for mother's who had lost a child. I think it's probably for those who lost one earlier on than I but how PERFECT is this necklace? I absolutely love it. Marcy and Ant, thank you SO much. I will always treasure this necklace!

9 comments:

Hana said...

What a sweet gift! It's perfect!

The Crooked Sticks said...

Wow, that sounds perfect! I'm so glad you are getting so many special keepsakes...so special.

Bobby and Brooke said...

Perfect! I love it!

lillymac said...

so perfect for you and your perfect, little baby bean! thinking of you!

leigh anna said...

amazinly perfect!

Rebecca said...

What a Perfect gift! Go Marcy and Ant!

Ali said...

I love how something as simple as a silver necklace can embody so much memory and love for your "baby bean." Praying for you every day!

parrishclan said...

Jen-I LOVE IT!!! Do you know the website-I would like to purchase this necklace for myself!!! I lost twins before Landin at 2 1/2 mths gestation. We are constantly praying for you and I think about you everyday!! We love you!! I love how the necklace is named after "Baby Bean" isn't it amazing how God uses the simple stuff to minister to us.

Joanna said...

i love it!! how perfect.