Sunday, May 31, 2009

Elisha Lynn

Adam was so sweet and took Neya and me to see our baby sister's gravesite. It was so special to me, it has been a few years since I have been there, and there is such a peaceful spirit there. Over the years, Elisha has meant so much to me. I have felt her spirit near me time after time, and I am so thankful that she is my little sister.
I wanted to write a few of my memories about when she was born, while they are on my mind. 
I remember that day vividly, even though I was only a little girl. We stayed at Grandma Campbell's house, and all of our Aunts made me feel so special and beautiful. I remember wearing a necklace of my Aunt's and they let me take it to the hospital with me. Mom and Dad had talked to us and told us that Elisha probably would not live, so we were prepared for that, 
but I remember hoping that she would, and praying that she would. On our way to the hospital, they told us that she had passed away, and I was sad that I didn't get to meet her. 
But as soon as we walked into the room, and saw her and my Mama, I felt her spirit so strongly. I remember thinking, "I remember her. I know her." I wasn't sad at all, and maybe that was because I was a little child and didn't really understand. Or maybe it is because I was a little child, so I really DID understand. 
Over the years, during difficult decisions and lonely times, I felt her love and prayers lifting me. I love her so much, and have felt the blessing of being sealed to her. She has been one of my closest friends throughout the years. I love her and can hardly wait until we meet again. 
"Elisha, Elisha,
Some bright morning you'll greet me,
small and white, clean and bright,
you'll look happy to meet me.
Daughter of God may you learn and grow,
learn and grow forever.
Elisha, Elisha,
bless our family forever."
We love you, Elisha Lynn!

8 comments:

  1. Oh, that was a sweet post Hav!! I am glad you got to go. Love ya!

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  2. Oh my heck - what a sweet post! I have tears as I'm reading this. I love that song at the end - is this something your family sings, or is it something you made up? Either way - what perfect lyrics! I'm so glad Adam took you guys to see her grave - what a sweet hubby. Yay for forever families, huh? Love you!

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  3. My Mom and Dad made it for her. We sing it every time that we go there. In fact, Mom and Dad made songs for all of us, and sometimes for FHE we would sing everyone's songs. Elisha's always makes me cry, because each time we sing it the spirit confirms to me again that we will meet someday.

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  4. Hi Havelah! I'm so excited you guys have a blog too! What a sweet post. I too love that song for Elisha! And cute that everyone in the family had their own song!

    What a sweet family you guys have!

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  5. Wow! That was so wonderful and sweet! I am so glad you guys got to go! What a great time!

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  6. Havelah, Thanks for writing about your sister and the special relationship you have with her. I just loved hearing your testimony of forever families. I was crying as I read this too. You have a special family.

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  7. Havelah, thanks for such a sweet post! I have tears running down my face. I remember, too when she was born and the sweet spirit there. I love you! Thanks for sharing. Love you forever!
    Auntie B.

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  8. I'm crying, too! Thanks for going to visit Elisha's gravesight. By the way, for those of you who don't know, Elisha's song is sung to the tune of "Edelweiss" from The Sound of Music.

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