Last Saturday Shari, son-in-law Wes and little Luke, her grandbaby (and our youngest great-grandbaby) went down to visit Jake's grave so Shari could put out some bulbs for next spring and as she was planting and Wes and I were watching her and talking he looked around and snapped this amazing picture with his phone.
Luke won't be three until January and he has only been told that his "Umpa Jake" has gone to live in Heaven. But has been told nothing of death, buriel, gravesites or anything like that.
Judging by the very poignant look on his sweet little face and his tiny hands clasped as if in prayer you have to wonder what he is thinking.
Luke loved his "Umpa Jake" and Jake was absolutely delighted with and adored his littlest of nephews. Jake was only 12 when Joe (Luke's Daddy) was born so Joe and Jake developed a very strong relationship through the years.
I don't think Luke related the mound of earth as being associated with Jake. He was told we were there to work on Umpa Jake's flower bed, but he did smile with glee as he saw the portrait of Jake on the headstone, and I believe he just simply took a seat and was deep in thought, perhaps thinking about what had happened to make things feel different now and wondering if and when he might see his Umpa again.
Precious.
He is so cute and looks to be in deep thought. The holidays are going to be difficult Mollye but remember Jake would want you all to remember him and the good times you shared. Sending big hugs.....:-)
ReplyDeleteAh Mollye what a touching picture. I'm sure it's one you'll treasure. Big hugs to you!
ReplyDeleteOh how sweet! Little ones sure know how to touch our hearts without even knowing it:) Precious for sure! Love you dear Mollye
ReplyDeleteThe heart of a child touching ours is so very precious.
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Debbie
Oh so sweet! A treasure, for sure!
ReplyDeleteHow sweet. My daughter has yet to see Chris' resting place.
ReplyDeleteSo sweet, Mollye... and he is a precious little boy! I know it must warm you heart to have such a wonderful family. And I'm sure he is praying for his Umpa Jake.
ReplyDeleteXO,
Sheila
I hope you don't mind me asking, but how are you dealing with the Holidays? I'm struggling.
ReplyDeleteMiz M. This picture is darling and a true keepsake. Give Sweet Luke a big kiss for me.
ReplyDeleteprecious - how that must have settled deep within your heart. love and hugs to you dear friend.
ReplyDeletePrecious. My heart is melting.
ReplyDeleteMollye,
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet picture Luke makes sitting there. Such peace!
Glad to see your little box arrived safely. After I mailed it, I kept thinking about the redbird....then, like a light being switched on...I remembered you had bird in your header! duh! LOL
I am now following you!!!
Blessings,
Cheryl
Yes, Mollye the 30 days of Gratitude is a meme and it has been awesome. If you decide you would like to link up, here is the starting point. (No one will mind you didn't start Nov.1)
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I have to tell you, when I went looking for ornaments, the picture frame was the ONE I was searching for and I was just hoping I would be able to find something else that would "fit". Glad to know the redbird worked out!!
Hugs,
Cheryl
Out of the mouths of babes. What a precious photo! He is certainly deep in thought and I am always so amazed by little ones and their strength and positive outlook. Must have been contemplating seeing his Umpa Jake one day!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a precious picture. As a teacher of young children for many years, I quickly realized that children have this uncanny way of understanding things (at least on their own level) that we would never expect them to understand. They also take in many things they hear us say. I identify well with your loss as we lost our daughter in 1986. My prayers are with you.
ReplyDeleteMollye, I'm dropping back by to tell you how much I love and appreciate you! Thank you, my sweet friend, for your comments on Eddie's blog! I was scared to do that interview, but you and my other sweet friends made it so much easier.
ReplyDeleteSending you great big smooshy hugs across the miles...
Love you, girl!
XO,
Sheila :-)
A child's mind is a wonderful innocent place.. he looks so deep in thought. They do have a knowing. loves you Mollye xxxxxxx
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