Saturday, August 29, 2009

On the Occasion of Our Son’s 1st Birthday

Words aren't coming easily today, the one year anniversary of Ezra's death. I wrote this poem weeks ago in anticipation of his birthday tomorrow.

Please remember our son, our Ezra Malik
He lived 8 months in his mama's belly
He lives forever in our hearts

Please remember our son, our Ezra Malik
Speak his name always, as nothing brings us
More joy than to hear his name out loud

Please remember our son, our Ezra Malik
He is and will always be our firstborn
Your grandson, nephew, cousin, friend

Please remember our son, our Ezra Malik
We are his mama and his papa
Honor that we are parents too

Please remember our son, our Ezra Malik
Born sleeping August, 30, 2008
Precious and loved always

46 comments:

Hope's Mama said...

I can most certainly do that for you. That is the least I can do.
xo

SirRabbit said...

Happy Angel First Birthday Ezra, thinking of you all today and I hope you are having a happy heavenly birthday Ezra with our angels up there..
thinking of your mummy and daddy today...

Jus and Kat said...

Came here from Paige's blog to say I'll be thinking about Ezra and sending sweet thoughts your way. Hopefully, my Dylan is celebrating Ezra's birthday by his side. :)

Kat

Dani819 said...

There with you tomorrow- there with you always, remembering your beloved Ezra Malik.

Carly Marie said...

We will all remember Sarah xxxx

Karen said...

Oh, Sarah. I'm thinking of you today and of your beautiful boy, Ezra. I'm new to finding all of you other babylost mums and very grateful to you all for sharing your experiences as it is helping me deal with my son's stillbirth in May. Ezra is remembered here in beautiful BC tonight as the sun is setting. (((hugs)))

Paige said...

Sending you love and big hugs as I think of Ezra and of you. I will remember him always and speak his name often. xo

Delia said...

I like to imagine that all our babies are celebrating their birthdays together somewhere extra special! Thinking of you and Ezra's Daddy today and remembering your precious firstborn, Ezra. Happy Birthday Ezra!

Sara said...

That's lovely. I remember Ezra. Thinking of you.

Sophie said...

Lighting a candle for Ezra tonight and speaking his name as I do so.

xx

Rachael said...

Just beautiful.

Remembering Ezra with you.

xxx

aliza said...

sending you so much love and remembering ezra with you, always.

wish i could be with you tomorrow.

xoxo

Jacinta said...

Gorgeous Little Ezra. Thinking of you today

Akul's mama said...

I have been thinking about you and Ezra all day today. Your angel baby is truely special.

Anonymous said...

Remembering Ezra Malik and thinking of you bith.

still life angie said...

Abiding with you and David. Ezra is always in our thoughts, and in our heart. With love.

Molly said...

I'm crying with you today, remembering Ezra, and wishing things had gone so very differently.

Jenni said...

happy birthday, dear ezra. you are so very, very, very loved. xo

Tina said...

Happy Birthdayto you sweet Ezra.

Anonymous said...

I am here from Sally's blog. Your poem is beautiful. I am so sorry that Ezra is not here to celebrate his first birthday.

Happy first birthday to a beautiful little boy.

CLC said...

Thinking of you and David today on Ezra's first birthday. I am so sorry he isn't here with you.

Kristy said...

Happy 1st Birthday Ezra...keep watching down on mommy and daddy as they continue on this new journey. Thinking of you all! *hugs*

Fireflyforever said...

For Ezra Malik and his mummy and daddy today. With love.

bir said...

Thinking of you and remembering Ezra x

Lindsay said...

Happy Birthday Ezra!
I wish we could have been at your party. Your Mom and Dad miss you so very much. Would you please watch over them today? Let them know that everything will be alright and that we love them very much.
Love Lindsay

m said...

Yes, remembering Ezra today, and future days. And honoring you and David as parents.

Inanna said...

Remembering Ezra Malik with you and holding you in my heart.

Michele said...

Very precious... Very loved... Always.

Ezra Malik...
Ezra Malik...
Ezra Malik...

My husband and I will think of him, especially on his birthday.

k@lakly said...

I remember. I always will.
xxoo

Barbara said...

Remembering Ezra with you.

xxx

caitsmom said...

Your words are powerful, loving, and I'm grateful you've shared them with us. I am so sorry Ezra isn't in your arms. Hope this day is gentle for you. Peace.

Lani said...

I am thinking of all of you this weekend and sending you so much love.

xo

Gal said...

I've been holding you so close all day, feeling Ezra floating around in the butterflies in our flowers. Knowing you were unveiling his headstone, instead of watching him smear cake frosting on his beautiful face. Sending so much love, and so much heart - hoping to help you hold this just a little bit. I know you know you are not alone. You will always be Ezra's mommy and he will always be your firstborn son. Always remembered. Love you, Gal

The Blue Sparrow said...

I am praying for your peace today on Ezra's 1st birthday!

Tash said...

I'm sorry I'm late to this -- Remembering Ezra during this sad space for your family. And thinking of you all.

Mother Knows Best Reviews said...

Here from LFCA. I just wanted to wish you peace at this time - and blessings for your beautiful baby. God bless.

Catherine W said...

Remembering your beautiful son, Ezra Malik.

G$ said...

Thinking of you and Ezra.

quadmom said...

Thinking of your Ezra.

(from LFCA)

Alyssa said...

Thank you for sharing sweet Ezra's story. You have the most beautiful angel.

Emily said...

What a beautiful son.

erica said...

I've been thinking of you and Ezra over the weekend. Remembering your beautiful son with you.

Cara said...

Oh yes, we certainly remember your Ezra. You are such a strong angel mommy and he works through you is such a special way.

Keep shining sweet boy...

The Blue Sparrow said...

I just wanted to stop by and let you know that I nominated your blog for the Honest Scrap Award becuase of your beautiful poem. Stop by my last blog to check it out.

tireegal68 said...

Hi, I'm visiting from LFCA to share in Ezra's first birthday. I am so sorry that he was only with you for such a short time . His photo is precious and the poem you wrote is a beautiful tribute to him. Hugs to you:)

Ronnie said...

I'm sorry I'm late in posting, but these are precious words, and I will definitely remember your little boy Ezra with you.

Love,
Rhonda