I feel weird even writing this. Who am I to give advice on something as personal as the biggest loss any of us will experience? Especially when we all grieve so differently, and there isn’t really a right or wrong way to do it. Should there even be a “top five” list for something like…
Author: Becca Schmitz
Hi! My name is Becca Schmitz. I am a trainer by day, and a newly-minted blogger by night. Most notably, I am a mama to a sweet little man, Brady John. I'm on a never-ending quest to honor his memory, continue to share his story, and spread the Brady love. Thank you for allowing me to share a piece of our story with you. You can find more on my blog http://www.youmeandbrady.com.
Wearing Memories
At any moment, I am wearing multiple items that represent and help me remember my son. They are small tokens that provide a concrete thing to aid in intentionally remembering him. To most people, these items probably don’t scream that they are memorials for a baby gone far too soon, and that’s okay. They are…
How Do You Honor Your Child’s Memory?
It’s hard to believe it’s already been 4 1/2 months since we lost our son, Brady John. In many ways, it feels like it happened yesterday. Yet, I feel as if I am 100 years older. I’m sure many of you experience this same feeling of time warp. Over the past few months, we’ve done…
People Will Surprise You
I know that I haven’t traveled the road of a loss mama all that long, but I’m sure what I have experienced in my first few months will resonate with other moms. People will surprise you, both good and bad. I have friends and family who have nailed it – sending me thoughtful texts, saying…
The House That Brady Built
This story starts with a home purchase, which is something that a lot of expectant parents start to think about when they find out they have a little one on the way. My husband, Jeff, and I hadn’t been looking for a new place at all until we found out we were pregnant. It quickly…
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