Forever in Our Hearts

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1 Forever in Our Hearts You are still here. A beautiful promise! Through the rain, the hope still shines! Crystal Shoemaker /edited by Marcia McGinnis

2 SHARE Atlanta Memorial Celebration Angel Dedicated October 2001 Celebrating 10 Years Litany of Our Babies Names Amon s peaceful and comforting music.. The Flatt Family s Beautiful Handmade Angel Mementos

Slayback Policastro Eric and Shakina Williams In memory of Courtney

. Hope for our own survival and healing, and for future happiness;

.. Hope Still Shines by Crystal Shoemaker In memory of Jacob Daniel,

Shoemaker You are still here. A beautiful promise!

Lighting of Memorial Candle In loving memory of all the precious

Charles, Christian, Michael, Cole, Tracy Major Elyse and Annalea

Major Katherine McGraw Natalyn Smith Our children remember in love.

3 The Love Stays... SHARE Atlanta by Pam Slayback Pam Slayback In memory of Daniel Slayback Policastro Eric and Shakina Williams In memory of Courtney AuxVasse Williams SHARE Atlanta.. Hope for our own survival and healing, and for future happiness; Very special people. Every Child Is Special... Hope Still Shines by Crystal Shoemaker In memory of Jacob Daniel, Amelia Grace, Alisha Faith, Charles Jeffrey "CJ, and Isiah Thomas Shoemaker You are still here. A beautiful promise! Through the rain, the hope still shines! Lighting of Memorial Candle In loving memory of all the precious children whose short lives touched the hearts of their parents and friends. Candlelighting Poem by Karen Charlie and Karen Major In memory of Charles, Christian, Michael, Cole, Tracy Major Elyse and Annalea Anderson Abby Gipson Grace Marie Greer Joseph Keen Jenna and Sophie Major Katherine McGraw Natalyn Smith Our children remember in love. These young people are all subsequent siblings. As under 5 year olds in 2001, they were in awe of our angel. Their families were instrumental in making SA s Angel Garden a reality for lasting peace and comfort. Gathering, once again, by the angel, they light the candle in memory of their precious siblings.

Hope..In the Wings of An Angel Pieces and Peace Todd and

Hope Memorial is a place for mothers, fathers and families

10th Anniversary Memorial Brick Installation The Angel is

who have suffered a pregnancy or newborn loss.

"Holding On While Letting Go" by Jennifer Greer CONTINUING

memory of Jesse David, Jamie Caroline, Jacob Evan Greer

4 Hope..In the Wings of An Angel Pieces and Peace Todd and Melina Smith In memory of Amelia Claire Smith The Angel of Hope Memorial is a place for mothers, fathers and families to go to find peace. 10th Anniversary Memorial Brick Installation The Angel is a symbol of inspiration, tranquility, and hope for those who have suffered a pregnancy or newborn loss. Terry and Chris Clontz In memory of Nicole Andresen Clontz "Holding On While Letting Go" by Jennifer Greer CONTINUING HOPE IN THE WINGS OF AN ANGEL Jennifer Greer In memory of Jesse David, Jamie Caroline, Jacob Evan Greer Karen Gipson In memory of Robert Anthony Gipson Some things never fade. Memories friendship love of every shade hope.

The Touch of an Angel by Valerie Scholovich Valerie Scholovich In memory of Megan Elizabeth and Kathryn Ann Scholovich But instead feel the rustle of your wings and hear

roses represent the innocence of our special babies and the innocence we have lost.

5 The Touch of an Angel by Valerie Scholovich Valerie Scholovich In memory of Megan Elizabeth and Kathryn Ann Scholovich But instead feel the rustle of your wings and hear the whispers of the babies So soft... so near... like feathers falling from the sky Letting your warmth surround them in a wave of newfound hope As gentle as the breeze... as sure as the sunrise. Roses of Honor Loving our Babies Grieving Healing Jeff and Margaret Lowe In memory of Nathan Zachary Lowe Chris and Ana Wright In memory Jocquin Kinkead Wright The white roses represent the innocence of our special babies and the innocence we have lost. They are the raw, new grief and the nearness of Heaven as we take the initial steps down grief's path. The lavender roses represent the serenity we all hope to find, and the peace that healing can bring. Their delicate hue reminds us of preciousness of our children's lives - the love, the joy, and the bittersweet memories of a too-brief life and its eternal imprint on each of our hearts. Jennifer Greer, 2002

..Forever in Our Hearts No Heartbeat by Roger Deane

memory of James Lincoln Dickerson Karen Verner In

Nothing else need be said The GA Certificate of

at the helm made this law happen in May 2008.

and Lauren Irvin In memory of Jonathon Daniel Irvin

Smith You hold my heart tightly now, as though we're

How far we've traveled, little oneand my life with

For I carry you in my heart, as I firmly plant my

Team Captain, has led us to #1 Family Team since

6 ..Forever in Our Hearts No Heartbeat by Roger Deane In memory of Russell Joseph Deane Erin Dickerson In memory of James Lincoln Dickerson Karen Verner In memory of Jonathan William Verner No Heartbeat Nothing else need be said The GA Certificate of Birth Resulting in Stillbirth (CBRS) was named The No Heartbeat Act. SA members with Erin Dickerson and Marcia McGinnis at the helm made this law happen in May A Walk to Remember Kathie Mayo, LaCrosse, Wisconsin, 1986 Bittersweet...hellogoodbye page 3-21 Sister Jane Marie Lamb Rin and Lauren Irvin In memory of Jonathon Daniel Irvin Todd and Melina Smith In memory of Amelia Claire Smith You hold my heart tightly now, as though we're holding hands. How far we've traveled, little oneand my life with you has been sweet. For I carry you in my heart, as I firmly plant my feet. Annually, SA members Walk to Remember our special babies for the March of Dimes. Begun in 1998 by Jennifer Greer, Cindy Ivey, SA s Team Captain, has led us to #1 Family Team since Come walk with or sponsor SA families to help end pregnancy and newborn loss. Lily Aethera Miranda Grace January 19-February 10 Tim and Sara Morman In memory of Lily Aethera Miranda Grace Morman You were such a precious surprise, a blessing, a gift..

Dori Perry Then, with Hannah s parent s help We made

. These blankets are part of SA s 5 Bs-Blankets,

Kelly Mishkoff in 04 in memory of Zachary and Jeremy.

love. Not a Line by Kathy Powell Kathy Powell In

7 An Older Sister makes a Difference! Claire Perry Hannah Hopper In memory of Dorian Rose Dori Perry Then, with Hannah s parent s help We made little blankets for tiny babies Just like Dori.. These blankets are part of SA s 5 Bs-Blankets, Buntings, Bonnets, Booties, and Bracelets created by Kelly Mishkoff in 04 in memory of Zachary and Jeremy. Newly bereaved parents wrap their precious baby in love. Not a Line by Kathy Powell Kathy Powell In memory of Francis Powell Though the tears may diminish, You re not gone. Your heartbeat is in my soul, and it lives on. Your short life touched my heart so deeply, So thankful for my angel watching over me.

8 You Never Knew by Polly Keen Elijah Thomas July 4, 1992 Autumn Bray October 31, 1992 Frances Grace May 6, 1994 Sarah Elizabeth August 14, 1994 Samuel Brown September 22, 1996 Jeremiah Davis February 20, 1997 You have a place within my soul, Forever, I will love you. -Polly Keen, SHARE Atlanta 00 In memory of their babies, Joe Keen designed our garden. Joe and Polly s landscaping crew built it. They maintain our garden with donations from SA, and their love and care. We thank them for all they have done for SA and for joining us today. They have two living children Emily, 22, and Joseph, 14. Emily Keen The Litany Ceremony Rose Petals, Handmade Angels & Special Babies Names.

9 Litany read by Nikecia Ingram and Pam Slayback Every Child is special.. Every Child is a part of who we are.. In memory of Joshua and Jordan Ingram Daniel Slayback Policastro Precious Baby Girl Flatt Marcia McGinnis

10 If the Bricks Could Talk by Valerie Scholovich Kevin and Jamila Houser In memory of Kindle Grace Houser Singing sweet songs of love - undeniable love. Balloon Release & Bubbles Please join Kevin and Jamila by blowing bubbles as our balloons are released. SHARE Atlanta Members, Family, and Friends... In memory of all our babies

11 We wish you hope, peace, and healing... There were 5 groups of balloons! This is one group. "..Bubbles can only be seen for a moment before they disappear, but even for a brief time, how beautiful they are...though we can no longer see our babies We know they were here, and they were beautiful." Karen Verner, 10.11

Our children remember in love. These young people are all subsequent siblings. As under 5 year olds in 2001, they were in awe of our angel.

Gathering, once again, by the angel, they light the candle in memory of their precious siblings.

When our baby dies, some parents have living children, and other couples experience the death of their first baby.

12 Our children remember in love. These young people are all subsequent siblings. As under 5 year olds in 2001, they were in awe of our angel. Their families were instrumental in making SA s Angel Garden a reality for lasting peace and comfort. Gathering, once again, by the angel, they light the candle in memory of their precious siblings. Grace, Annalea, Elyse, Jenna, Sophie, Joseph, Abby, Katherine, Natalyn (not pictured below) SA s children are a very special part of our group. When our baby dies, some parents have living children, and other couples experience the death of their first baby. We all are concerned about how this grief will impact our evolving family. SA encourages parents to be truthful and open about their experience. Our precious babies will always be a part of our family, and forever in our hearts. Today, many of these children and their parents have come to remember and to honor their special baby. Marcia McGinnis, 2011

13 SHARE Atlanta s Angel of Hope 10 Year Angel Garden Anniversary October 23, 2011 There ll come a time, I promise you. When you will hold my hand. Stroke my face and kiss my lips. And then you will understand.. Although my body you can t hold. You may not be able to gaze into my eyes. That doesn t mean I never was An angel never dies... Remembering Our Angels October 23, 2011 The Flatts The yellow rose petals reflect the friendships found in SHARE Atlanta that have helped us heal.

Forever in Our Hearts

Forever in Our Hearts SHARE Atlanta Memorial Celebration 1984 2004 Celebrating 10 Years of the SHARE Memorial Angel Garden You are still here. A beautiful promise! Through the rain, the hope still shines!