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It’s a tough day in my little corner of the internet. It is the birthday of James and Jake, identical twin sons of my dear friend Beth. She loved them and lost them long before we ever met, but her journey has made mine infinitely better. Bring Kleenex and read her post today, it is beyond worth the tears.
We’ve talked a lot about how the three J boys conspired in the conception of the Peppers. That James and Jake and Joel somehow know each other, know us, and know these babies growing in my belly. I like thinking that the Peppers have an open line of communication to the boys right now and I whisper all sorts of messages for them to pass on.
A friend brought it to my attention that I don’t have many of Joel’s pictures up here, or they are tough to find. I don’t have anything brilliant to say today. I can’t add to the beauty and poignancy that Beth has brought to this day. But I can share pictures of my baby, and be grateful that I had him for every second he was here, and tell you that I loved him more and better and still do because of knowing her, and I can’t imagine two other kids I’d rather have him cavorting around heaven with than her little angels.
So here’s a few of my favorites:
One of the first snapshots, also one of the clearest of his little face. I know, babies aren't supposed to be that cute right when they're born, he was.
The first time I held him. You'll have to trust me when I tell you he looks exactly like Leo. If it wasn't for the dimple in the chin we share, he'd be Leo's little clone.
The award winning shot by Monni. She instantly gave us her heart, and then a slew of priceless pictures we will treasure for a lifetime. Our gratitude knows no bounds.
*Special thanks to my sisters, the shutterbugs. I can't imagine being without the pictures and videos you took. I can't imagine being without you, either. You're the best a girl could wish for.*
He is beautiful! Thank you for sharing them with the internets!
Love & hugs for you today!
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If I cry any more this morning, I'll need an I.V. to overcome dehydration.
Love you so much, love Joel so much, love the Peppers so much. And I love Monni so much for giving you--and us--that photo.
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Thanks for sharing those beautiful pictures of Joel. He was precious... and I love the thought of him skipping around in heaven, so happy for you and his brothers.
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Thank you for sharing. The three J's in heaven cavorting, I like that. So glad you found Beth, may you have peace in your heart today.
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Oh Sarah...he IS beautiful! Thank you for sharing him with us! Praying for you this morning!
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Oh Sarah, that last photo. KACHOW my soul goes boom.
Tears for you and sweet Joel today too.
xoxo
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I am sooo soo happy to be that friend that requested these pictures.
He is amazing. Thank you for sharing all of him with us. I know how special he is to you, I feel so privledge to be able to see him.
his little chin is so squeezable.. and that dark hair. Oh man.. I can't wait to love on him.. I love that we alllll will get to be with him and love him one day.
Love both of you.. and those peppers.
Oh and Leo too!
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He is the most beautiful little baby I've ever seen. And you. You make my heart swoop.
And I'm almost afraid to get pregnant again someday, because who knows what those J Boys will do next? Tommy in the caul, twins for you...they're full of surprises.
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SaraJoy, he is SO beautiful. You are right; newborns are not normally that beautiful, and he was.
I just know that little boy is with our awesome God ... and Ryley makes such a wonderful observation; one day we'll all get to love him in person. What precious little baby.
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I don't know how I missed this on Friday, but my, oh my. He is breathtaking.
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