The customer responded, and asked if I could possibly have the bear ready by Mothers Day. It's for his wife - they lost their little boy at birth in February, and he wanted to give her a bear made from the blanket wrapped around little Archer during his brief time with them.
If Mother's Day had been the next day, I would have said yes.
One of the thing I love about custom work is hearing the stories of the people who wore the clothes, or about the loved baby (now toddler or grade-schooler) who used the blanket. But a baby who only lived for a day? I shed more than a few tears while making this little guy, and I hope that he brings some healing to the parents.
I can't even imagine a situation like that, and I give major props to the dad for knowing that this would have meaning for his wife.
Wow, yes, this got me right in the heart. So glad you could make that special bear.
ReplyDeleteI am in tears both at the loss of the babe and the sensitivity of the dad.
ReplyDeleteGood on you for providing the most meaningful bear.
What a sweet and lovely gesture for Dad to do for his wife. I can only imagine the tear you shed while making that adorable bear. I'm weeping now just reading your story. So happy you could do this for a grieving couple. {hugs}
ReplyDeleteThis is just a lovely gesture, on both your part and the husband's. I can't imagine the heartbreak of losing a child, newborn or older doesn't matter.
ReplyDeleteI suspect her husband's kindness and sensitivity in this gesture will imbue the bear with love and healing. What a tribute that he chose you to help implement their healing.
So thoughtful, Karen. She will always treasure that bear.
ReplyDeleteI love reading your wonderful stories.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful gift! I'm sure it will help the healing process.
ReplyDeleteJust teared up reading about this - what a wonderful thing to be able to do for this grieving Mother because Mother's Day is going to be hard for her this year!
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