Cooper Jackson

Today was the day that my little cousin ("nephew") Cooper Jackson was due. He came early in the pregnancy, and although his time on this earth didn't last long, he's loved and missed. I just wanted to take a few minutes out of my day and recognize him and my cousins Jon and Alanna. They are truly amazing people, who have been such wonderful people in my life. I am so grateful to have them, and I know that they will be blessed for having been strong going through such a difficult time in their lives.  Thank you for being such good examples Jon and Alanna of how to stay strong and put your faith in the Lord during difficult times. I love you both so much. And Cooper, I love you so so much and can't wait until I can meet you and give you hugs and kisses.

"These are my footprints,
so perfect and so small.
These tiny footprints
never touched the ground at all.
Not one tiny footprint, 
for now I have wings.
These tiny footprints were meant 
for other things.
You will hear my tiny footprints,
in the patter of the rain.
Gentle drops like angel's tears,
of joy and not from pain.
You will see my tiny footprints, 
in each butterflies' lazy dance.
I'll let you know I'm with you,
if you just give me the chance.

You will see my tiny footprints,
in the rustle of the leaves.
I will whisper names into the wind,
Most of all, these tiny footprints,
are found on Mommy and Daddy's hearts.
'Cause even though I'm gone now,
We'll never truly be apart."
-Unknown