We really wanted our firstborn to get to be involved in something for Lucy. As I mentioned in my previous post, they did not come to her burial and memorial services. We decided that we would start a tradition of releasing a white balloon into the sky in honor of Lucy. It’s something that we plan to do every year. I think it will be great for us to have traditions that we can remember and honor her by, especially things that our other kids can be a part of.

It was such a sweet moment for our oldest to get to do this. There was excitement and happiness to send a balloon up to baby sister in heaven. They held on to the string so tightly. When we gave the okay they joyfully let it go to begin its flight. It was a clear day and we watched as the balloon floated up, up, up for what felt like forever before disappearing high in the bright, blue sky.

I really want our other kids to know about Lucy. I want them to understand that even though she isn’t living here with us, we love her just like we love him. She is just as much a part of the family as the rest of us. As they grows up I am eager to see their understanding of this grow. Although we are separated from her physically, Lucy firmly remains in our hearts.