36 months-3 years

Happy birthday Sweet Lola.... 3 years, it is pretty unbelievable but still feels like yesterday. Happy birthdays echoed at our house tonight as we belted out happy birthday to Lola. It was my favorite moment of the day. An empty house ( literally) and all four of us singing in unison, one angel listening from heaven. I know Lola was smiling down on us. For us, we spent Lola's day quite differently than in the past. I wonder if God chose our moving day as the 16th on purpose, all part of his plan. All part of us having to face the world on a day we would rather not. It made me realize, yes life goes on but for angel parents you sometimes want it to pause. I would pause lots of Lola moments if I could. We found two pennies today, what a celebration! JP found one this mornings as he was out in Seaside, he was so excited. That is what you pray for on these days, a sign. The second penny the three of us found together. Our movers insisted milo pretend drive the moving truck when it was all packed. He was over the moon, a big truck! As we went to place him in the driver seat, there in the middle of it was one shiny penny. Lola was watching over us, maybe a confirmation that this new journey is right for ALL of us. For a split second, it just makes you smile. In honor of Lola we donated food to the i help pantry in pacific grove, we had fun at Costco thinking of all the goodies and hungry mouths the items would feed. We also donated to the life program in salinas for the children. It just feels good to help others, it feels good to give in Lola's name. We made our last trip to our special church today, I think that was one of the hardest parts of today. Pink flowers were blooming, the sun was peaking through the clouds, it was peaceful. It is always a healing spot. We left behind an angel plaque and sign that reads the following: Faith to light the darkened sky, strength to carry on, Love to touch and heal the soul, HOPE to grace the dawn. It was a perfect moment, a perfect time to say good bye to the city we met Lola in.I will never forget this church. It was meant to help us heal, it was meant to remind us to keep dreaming. It simply a stunning spot. Three balloons went off to heaven, one pink rose drifted off to sea... The love and support from our family and friends humbles us. I guess more the love for Lola and how one angel can effect so many lives. Remembering Lola today and everyday. That cute little baby with the white hat adorned with a pink flower. She looked angelic from the moment I laid eyes on her. Happy birthday baby girl! Love, Your family