What a day! The 8th of February is always a little tough for our family, as that's the anniversary of the day our sweet Luke left to "live at Jesus' house" as the kids say. We try to focus on the positive, however, and remind ourselves that our family has been sealed for eternity and we will be together again.
Who are these adorable Supermen?! Luke and Logan of course!! Aren't they precious?! I can't tell you how much fun it was to watch these two interract. Memories I will cherish forever. I love reminders of things he did...like when he pulled every key off of the brand new laptop with Logan....or when he learned to say "LUKE" instead of "Doot"...or when he'd hear a "WeeOooh" (ambulance)....so many good times, with many more to come. We know he's near us, and for that we're grateful. 
Here's a favorite pic after the boys ate carrots. Aaah- memories! Where would we be without them? Between that, the atonement of our Savior, and a knowledge of eternal families, we have much to be grateful for. If only I could remember that EVERY day! :-) So, to put it in one word, today was peaceful. We went to church, had lunch together, took naps, ("everyone takes a nap on Sunday" is the rule I've started in our house), and then we took a cake to the local firemen in honor of Luke. He LOVES fire trucks! We always include a little description of Luke and also about Long QT. If you want to know more, visit www.sads.org and you can learn all about it! The more people know, the less people will have to suffer the loss we have.
Logan was THRILLED when the firemen invited us in and allowed us to not only see the fire station, but also allowed Logan to sit in the drivers seat of each and every vehicle he asked to see (ambulance, fire chief's truck, firetruck, rescue boat). He was also able to hold a water hose! He had a blast! Tyler on the other hand was scared out of his mind! He had on his favorite Batman stocking hat, and as we walked out the door into the garage, he pulled it down over his face and kept saying, "no like it! go home and play wii!" He eventually looked at the trucks, but wouldn't get anywhere near them. :-) Maybe next time. We came home and watched a movie, and began the bedtime routine. It was a full day, and I think we accomplished our task of spending it as a family and being grateful for those we've been blessed with. So, in honor of Families are Forever day, HUG YOUR BABIES & YOUR SWEETIES!!
Any memories you'd like to share about our darling Luke?! Please post away!!
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14 comments:
We've been thinking of you! What a sweet boy who was blessed to come to such a loving family even for a short time. You are some of the most amazing people we have ever known! Thank goodness for the knowledge we have that we will be with them for eternity! We love and miss you being right next door! Can't wait to see you in April!!!!!
I love the traditions you have made for that special day! You have a beautiful family! Your little angel is looking out for your family...and doing incredible missionary work!
Thanks for your quiet, sweet, and inspiring examples.
The memory that is always so freash in my mind is not just about Luke but both of the boys. It was the beginning. We were going to get the Shields family pictures done in Ga. and James and you had just been at the hospital with Sis.Thomas finding out what the baby was. You guys showed us the picture of not one baby but TWO. I remembered screaming like a CRAZY person and huging you and them the whole family jumped in and James was like Ohhhhhhh. because you had noticed that there were two babies on the screen not just one. That was one the best days of my life and I wasn't even the one having Twins. Go look at that family picture. You both were just glowing from ear to ear.
I had to post some pictures and a video I had of our summer together in Arizona. I am so grateful we had that time together.
I too love the traditions and we were thinking of ya'll all day.
I love the pictures we have when the boys were only a couple of months old trying to sit up on the couch, falling into each other.
I love our walking shopping trip with all four kids, forgetting that we had to get the groceries back home.
I remember big wheels, a messy train cake, potty training, super heroes, strawberry milk, signing words, wearing shoes AND socks all the time, and the Baby Einstein video with the animals....
I love you all and one day we will ALL be making more memories Together.
I remember not being able to tell them apart. They were both so cute and loved to sit with Grandma and Grandpa when you guys came to visit. I can't tell you how much it has meant to me for you sharing your traditions with us. I can actually look forward to those hard anniversaries (well, maybe not look forward, but you know what I mean)and don't have to dread those days. Thank you so very much!
I'm embarrassed to say that the "Comment Deleted" was probably mine. I had to leave the computer after I wrote 1 line and thought I'd finish later. I had no idea the BLOG police would report me! :-) Anyway - one of my favorite Luke and Logan stories is when they decided to write on my wall with mascara. Although the picture exhibited tremendous artistic potential, Mommy made them apologize. I can still see them walking down the hallway, heads down, saying "Sorry Nonna". Somehow it's o.k. when the grandkids do it!
I wish I had my own memories of Luke, but I sure do love seeing pictures and hearing all about your twin boys -from the moment you found out there were two, to all the mischief, and seeing the strenght and testimony you have gained since he went home. I sure love you!
I never knew Luke, but I can tell how much you loved your little boy. He is adorable. Thank you for your example of grace and strength, and your testimony of eternal families.
Oh Cari, you are so strong. I'm so sorry for your loss, even now. Your love for your children is so amazing. It touches all those who read and hear about it. You are in my prayers!
I didn't have the chance to know Luke but you and James are so great about talking about him that I feel like I do. I love the Tigger and Eyeore comparisons with him and Logan and I love the Luke video. Thanks for sharing him and your memories with all of us. It makes me a better mom. I love you and I am soooo excited to come see you!
Thank you for posting that. I am sorry Luke went to live with Jesus early. I am so glad we have eternal families. Thank you for reminding me how precious my time is with my children. You are a great mom. Your children are very blessed to have you. I am proud of you for the way you handle your trial. You are an inspiration to me.
I just stumbled on your blog from Amanda's and wanted to say hi. I think about you guys all the time and hope that you are doing ok. I watched the video and Amanda's blog and can't even imagine the heartbreak you guys feel and how much you must miss your sweet boy! I too, am grateful for the knowledge we'll all get to be together again! Thanks for the reminder to cherish the moments we have!!
Hey Cari.
Your family was in our thoughts that day and Will always will be because that day of Feb. 8th is Tyke and Cruz's birthday. we miss you guys and I am so happy that you had a sweet little girl too. email me at dirtas23@gmail.com so I can add you to my blog! with lots of Love,
Lacey
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