June 11th….a day that stands out as the beginning of the rest of our lives. It was on this day in 2012, seemingly an eternity ago, that Sophs had her first MRI to determine what was causing her blurry vision and trembling hand…..and sometimes I wish we had never found out. The rest is of course history. The pain and heartache of losing our precious girl follows us as sure as night follows day.
The time we had with her we would not change for an instant. She was our tower of strength, ironically when we should have been hers. Her crystal blue eyes saw more than any child should have to….and they never faded. She sang and danced enough to fill two lifetimes and filled our lives with joy until her last breath.
The years since she has been gone are impossible to explain. Each moment passes in a blur yet we feel we have lived forever without her. All that remains is the love we feel for our little butterfly. This love is a constant reminder ,not only what we have lost but, of what truly matters; how it is to have loved and be loved. To be the best we can be, not just for ourselves but for those lives we play a part in.
We strive to keep her name alive with the charity and we hope our partnership with the Hospice has helped our little community in some way. Every penny that is gifted to us is another penny that continues Sophies wish of helping other children. Covid has quietened us but we are still here. Since reopening, Sophies Shop has been as busy as ever…..as soon as the shelves are stocked they are empty. We are grateful for all donations and ask you to think of us…no matter how big or small.
As the sun goes down this evening spare a thought for loved ones that are no longer with us and the ones they left behind. Life is fleeting; everything can change in a heartbeat and all you are left with is love and memories, so make sure your life is filled with both.
As always Sophs, till we hold you again
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