It takes a Village to raise a Child

If the saying "It takes a Village to raise a Child" is true, then what happens when that child dies. From what I can see it that "Village" comes together to honour that Child's short life.

Sophie was only 5 years old when she died just before Christmas 2013. Although I didn't know her it is clear she made a big impact on our community. The other day our family went for a walk in our neighbourhood and noticed pink bows lining our tree lined streets. A few of the trees had pink hearts with messages on them. We stopped at each pink heart and read the thoughts of a community mourning the loss of Sophie. It is a beautiful silent tribute to a little girl taken far too soon.

Now, I don't know the family and I can't begin to understand what they are going through. Instead I thought I would share these pictures of the tribute to Sophie. Remember to live each day like it is your last, say I Love You more often, be grateful for the "Village" around you and know they will be there to lean on if you need them.

 Among all of the pink ribbons I saw this beautiful pink bird with pink ribbon in its tail in a tree.

 This little dog sits watching and guarding the ribbons. Maybe they were friends. Maybe he misses her too.