One Life Gone...A New Life Created

As I said yesterday in my entry, there have been many changes. There is the loss of Bryan. There is also the birth of a new grandson, Elijah. Monica was six months pregnant when Bryan passed. Elijah was born in Houston, Texas on July 28th to Monica and her husband, Sam. Connor was there to meet his hours-old new baby brother. I took the picture of them in the hospital room. Elijah has brought much happiness to us all, but especially to Connor. He has always wanted a brother. They are very close and I do feel having Elijah in his life has made the pain of losing a father much less painful for Connor.

We all know children are a blessing but this is especially a blessing, not only to the parents but also to Connor. He is the perfect big brother. They play together and laugh together. Elijah is a gift from God, without a doubt. I know there are still painful issues within Connor, many of which Connor has yet to confront. That will happen in time as Connor grows older and more reflective. And as for me, well it goes without saying that having two grandchildren and being able to see them on a regular basis is the best of all blessings for me.