Race for Grief 2015

Last Monday on Memorial Day we headed out to participate in the Race for Grief for Miss Allie. Since I had just had Lincoln and Benton had surgery, we decided to do the 2 mile walk instead of running. It was so relaxing to walk with our friends and family, I enjoyed it more than I thought I would. I love to run but this year it was so nice to not care how fast I ran but rather just enjoy ourselves.

My mom and Chelsie made this poster for Allie.

The morning started off with rain and once the race started the sun came out. It was pretty neat because I can relate the weather on that day to grief. We have our gloomy days where it just feels so dark and sad but eventually the grief and depression lightens up and we start to feel warmth again. The sadness never goes away but it isn's always so dark either.

I love our little family and that we can remember Allie in such a sweet way. I am so thankful for the woman who puts the race together for everyone because it is so special to us.

And I love all those who came and supported us. It warms my heart knowing she is not forgotten.

After the walk our family went and got donuts and visited her at her grave. I wish all the cemeteries look like they do on Memorial Day, so beautiful with flowers covering each grave. It just looked so beautiful.

Love and miss you baby girl. xoxox