 We didn't know it at the time, but Mandy was pregnant when Kitty died. It was a difficult time to be waiting for a new baby while mourning your 8-month-old grandchild, but it was good for us to have a 'happy' distraction.
Knowing we were having another granddaughter, I was excited when Dasher was born - days within nine months from the day of the accident. This baby gave our family the chance to regain some joy. There is no replacing a child that has died - that will never happen - but there is a reality that you can move forward, allowing happiness and hope to return.
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In addition to Kitty, I have six biological grandchildren and one bonus step-granddaughter. They range in age from 6 months to 11 years of age. All - aside from the 6-month-old Basher - are very aware of death. We talk about Kitty and that she is now in Heaven. We will not see her again in our lifetimes, but she lives on in our hearts. She is always with us.
My kids and grandchildren all live in Minnesota, specifically in the twin cities metro area, neighboring cities and surrounding communities where we mourn our purple Prince. The first weekend after Prince died, the weather was rainy. I waited until the second weekend to visit Paisley Park. |
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