Capture Your Grief

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October 1, 2012

Day 1: Sunrise 7:02am EDT

 This is the view from what would have been Annabelle’s room. It faces east and is bathed in morning sun. Watching the sunrise from her window gives me hope that I can make it through another day. #captureyourgrief


 They say you can never know a person’s journey until you’ve walked in their shoes – or in this case – seen life through their eyes.  I’ve never understood that statement more than now. 

“Perinatal Loss” (Miscarriage, pregnancy loss, stillbirth and infant loss) is a topic covered in a shroud of secrecy and silence. It’s the club no parent wants to be a part of; and in many cases, a topic no one wants to discuss. Babies dying do not make for comfortable conversation.  But just because something is hard, doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be talked about.

Carly Marie Dudley, the beautiful artist behind www.carlymarieprojectheal.com  is encouraging grieving parents to do just that this month. To talk about grief and loss through pictures.  Project CAPTURE YOUR GRIEF is a 31 day photograph challenge where parents who have had any type of perinatal loss can share their images and feelings, and use this as an outlet to help their healing process.

I’ve always wanted to participate in a photograph challenge, and usually start out with the best of intentions (like downloading the Project 365 app to my iPhone every January 1st), but somehow lose interest or get wrapped up in other things and let it go. But this one is different; and I think I can do it. Why? Because it’s a way to keep Annabelle with me. To give voice to her name. And to help me heal. Just the simple act of taking five minutes each day and doing something small and quiet for my little girl brings a smile to my face, and lets me know that it’s okay to remember her positively.  It’s another gift she’s given me.

Participate or just follow along on the Capture Your Grief Facebook event page, Twitter, Instagram or Pinterest using the hashtag #captureyourgrief

Annabelle and I will be there.
















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