When we arrived (at the absolutely gorgeous park), we saw them digging the hole and one unplanted tree waiting beside it...
We learned after checking with the park employees that this was where our tree would be planted...only they told us it was trees, plural! The nest got a tree for each Doodle - tulip trees, which we are told will grow as tall as the surrounding oak trees and will bloom flowers! We watched them plant each tree...
And they let me shovel some of the dirt onto one of them (please disregard my gargantuan behind)...
The most amazing thing though, was that while we waited for one of the trees to be planted, a butterfly came to one and flitted through it for several minutes. Knowing that butterflies are symbols of lost babies, I couldn't help but wonder if this was the Doodles letting us know that they were with us and loved their trees (I had already credited them with clearing the rain just in time for the tree planting). We were able to capture a few blurry images of our winged friend.
I'm so grateful for this tiny symbol of the fleeting yet beautiful lives of our Doodles on this day. And even more grateful for these perfect memorial trees, in such a picturesque setting, which we hope to visit for years to come.
Thank you again to the wonderful women of the nest, from the bottom of our hearts. And thanks to everyone else for visiting!
The workers who planted the trees were so kind, and a woman came by as they were being planted and thanked us for planting them. We told her they were contributed by friends in memory of our twin babies that we had lost. Her eyes filled with tears and she told us she was sorry. Then she told us she had a twin sister who she had lost at the age of 25. As she walked away she crossed herself, and said something to the men planting the tree. I love that our Doodles and their trees were able to touch a stranger as well.
And here they both are, after planting (I'm crouched next to one in the foreground, the other is in the background and a bit to the left):
Thank you again to the wonderful women of the nest, from the bottom of our hearts. And thanks to everyone else for visiting!
60 comments:
Yay! I am so glad you got to be there when they were doing that. And what a wonderful way for the Doodles to let you know they were there too. What a special day for you :-)
I have chills reading that. How beautiful! What a wonderful symbol to help remember them.
And that butterfly...wow!
Oh, the trees are so beautiful already! I'm so glad you will always have that gorgeous memorial.
Thank you for sharing the pictures of the tree planting. Oh my gosh how touching. I know the butterfly was a sign your babies were with you.
What a wonderful way to remember the Doodles! I Cant say I have heard of a tulip tree....I bet they will look even more beautiful when they bloom!
A very special day indeed. The trees are beautiful. I'm not a real green thumb so I had no idea there were such things as tulip trees. I love tulips. You will have to post more pictures when the flowers start blooming. I love that the butterfly stopped by too. =)
What a lovely memorial. Love the trees. What a special moment for you.
How lovely!!!! It's just so sweet!
Thank you for sharing! :)
xoxo.
What an Amazing Day!! That's so awesome that you got to be presence during the planting of the trees, such a special moment... Thank you for sharing
What a wonderful way to honor and remember your beautiful babies. Another tremendous example of the kindness and generosity of others. I am glad that you had a good day!
(And reading about the butterfly gave me a chill - very cool!)
What a beautiful gesture. And the butterfly! How neat was that!
What a beautiful gesture. And the butterfly! How neat was that!
I think this is absolutely thoughtful and just beautiful. I appreciate your blog and honesty so much. This is just such a tribute
How beautiful! What a wonderful thing. Sometimes, people amaze me.
What a wonderful remembrance for the Doodles ... and the butterfly was the perfect gift to you.
just beautiful. what a generous and lovely gift and way to remember your doodles. thanks for sharing.
This is a truly beautiful and moving post!!
I am so glad you got to help plant one. That was really nice of the guys to let you help. The butterfly is beautiful and I am sure it was your babies sending you a sign that they are always with you. I will always remember your doodles, they have touched me in a way I can't exspress to you.
I loved your story and the butterfly that visited. I do believe it was a sign for you. Butterflies symbolize so many things. It reminds me that I have some memorial trees I need to plant tomorrow!
I'm so glad that we were able to bring you a beautiful memory - and there is no doubt that the doodles were there with that butterfly.
Thank you so much for sharing the pictures... it means so much to see your strength - and healing.
Love - as always.
Wow. Look at that, your doodles continue to touch people, and will now have a permanent public way of touching everyone who sees those beautiful trees. Thank you for sharing these. You're in my thoughts and prayers daily. That butterfly was them telling you, that they are with you, and they are happy!
So beautiful...what a great way to remember your Doodles.
These are marvelous! Thanks so much for sharing the photos and telling us how this went for you. It sounds so calming to have been there then and watch the whole thing.
You have some wonderful friends!
A lovely idea.
We plant trees here in England in 'Gardens of Rememberance' after someone has left us, and each one has a plaque depicting exactly who the tree is dedicated too.
That sounds like such an amazing way to remember the babies. The butterfly coming by was definitely a sign. And the story of the twin you spoke to that just happened by was very touching.
What a beautiful tribute and the butterfly showing up is just a sign that the Doodles were with you. Thanks for sharing!
How lovely. Thanks for sharing.
That's amazing that they did that for you. The trees are good-sized, too. It will be a nice spot to come to and remember them. I love the idea of returning to the trees many years from now, and seeing how far they--and you--have come.
What a beautiful way to honor your sweet children....and I do think butterflies are pretty magical...
I continue to think about you tons...I also keep meaning to share the blog of my dear friend, Carol.
http://happy-sadmama.blogspot.com/
Sending hugs,
Crista
I'm so glad the day went well. The butterfly coming to the tree reminds me of the stories about the rainbow after Tim Russert's funeral. I'm happy you have a beautiful place to go and visit and remember the Doodles.
What a great way to remember your Doodles! I am so glad you were there to see them planed. And the butterfly is the icing on the cake. I know your Doodles were there with you yesterday!
I'm so glad that you were able to attend the planting of the trees and help! It sounds like a perfect day.
How amazing! I just got tears reading this. I just know that little butterfly was your Doodles coming to let you know they are with you. What a special day!
Thanks for sharing!
Awww...
Kathy!! that is so beautiful and yet another wonderful way to remember the doodles. Those trees will be in that park for 100's of years, so the Doodles will live on forever. I definately think the butterfly was a sign from your Doodles, letting you know they were there with you. I'm sure it was very touching for you and Chris to be there while they were being planted.
Big Hugs to You!!!
hi there! I stumbled across your blog via Google Reader and have been touched by your story. I just wanted to let you know how nice it is to hear such a positive post from you. I have no doubt that the butterfly was one of your Doodles. They'll be with you always and the butterfly proves it. I wish you and your husband all the best and peace this world can offer.
Nestie MamaDep (Nor Cal Baby Board)
Those trees are so pretty. What a kind idea from the nesties. You can go and see these trees grow over time. I'm totally at a loss for words, but yet again, your post has given me the chills.
What a lovely tribute and a special gift. I'm glad the day was lovely and the Doodles sent their message.
FYI...I had to give up the substantive comments to get through NCLM.
So beautiful... And I love the butterfly! I love hearing about stuff like that. What a special day for you and your DH!!
Hugs to you both..
You've gone through a horrendous time, and now something positive is coming out of it. Not only a physical reminder of your doodles, but also something to better the beautiful park!
What a beautiful tribute. I was brought to tears reading...and the butterfly landing...wow!
What a perfect show & tell! Those trees will touch people for so many years to come.
What a beautiful sight...seeing you next to your two beautiful trees! I can't wait to see what the trees look like in full bloom!
What a beautiful, generous tribute to the doodles. The butterfly was def a sign that they are with you always. So wonderful that they were barely in the ground and already touching people. hugs...
What a wonderful experience.... I do believe we need these reminders; symbols of your love for them. Just beautiful!
Alyson LID 01/27/06
What a lovely and sweet gesture from your friends at the Nest. This is such a nice way to be able to remember the Doodles for years to come.
The trees are beautiful, and what a perfect tribute to your doodles. The butterfly is just an amazing sign. Thank you so much for sharing those pictures!
The trees are lovely and how amazing is that butterfly!
Thank you for sharing your Doodles' trees with us.
Such a wonderful symbol - and the butterfly...wow. I'm so glad you were able to do this for your beautiful Doodles.
This is such a great way to remember your Doodles! Now you and your family will always have a place where you can go and be together :)
What an amazing gift. I'm so happy you were able to go and see them while they were planted.
I'm so glad that you were able to go watch the trees get planted.
I too believe that the butterfly was your doodles letting you know that they are watching over you and are always with you.
((HUGS))
♥
Tarah
Oh this entry made me cry!
How absuloutely beautiful. The trees are beautiful and getting your little winged visitor...just priceless.
I'm so glad that you have a beautiful place to go and remember your Doodles. The butterfly was definitely from your Doodles. BTW...thanks on the yoga videos. I would love some suggestions.
wow that is awesome. and i totally believe the butterfly was there for you and the doodles. beautiful.
really beautiful. And the butterfly? Gave me goosebumps.
That is so awsome that the nest ladies did that for you. By the way, tupip trees are my favorite tree. They are beautiful and the flowers really do look like tulips.
I love that you call your babies Doodles, I read your show and tell and cried, what a wonderful way to honor your doodles! Kim
It is truly amazing how you and your Doodles continue to touch people's lives! The butterfly stopping by is really amazing. Thank you for sharing this and the pictures. I can't wait to see the trees bloom!
I have goosebumps reading about the butterfly and would probably be crying if I weren't at work. I am so glad you got those beautiful trees planted for your babies.
The trees are beautiful, what a touching tribute to your children.
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