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Kelsey Aldinger's avatar

Thank you so much for reading and for your kind words!

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Breeann Adam's avatar

Oh, how beautiful and hard and poignant is this. Thank you for being brave and strong enough to put it into the world.

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Anna Lesa Dodson's avatar

I have read this twice bc it is so rich and helpful!

This phrase really speaks to me: “the edges of her pain are softening”…

I’m praying for you and Luke.

Keep on expressing yourself bc you are truly gifted!

(PS…Your MIL, Dianne, is one of my favorite people)

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Kelsey Aldinger's avatar

I really appreciate your kind words! And she’s one of my favorite people, too 🥰

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Ellen Keesling's avatar

Beautifully written. ♥️ I walked alongside a young friend on the same journey, many IVF chances that never came to fruition. I see you. I see your heartbreak and grief and anxiety. It is such a lonely place to be. Praying that Gods almighty comfort continues to mend your broken places while turning your face towards Him. 🙏🏻

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Kelsey Aldinger's avatar

Thank you for the thoughtful response, Ellen, and I truly appreciate the prayers!

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Valerie S's avatar

This is beautiful! I love the real time perspective and the year later perspective. Thanks for giving us an idea of what this grief was like!

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Kelsey Aldinger's avatar

Thank you for reading, Valerie!

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Aly Prades's avatar

Thank you for sharing so beautifully and honestly, Kelsey. 💛

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Kelsey Aldinger's avatar

Thank you for reading!

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Laura Bass's avatar

Thank you for sharing all these facets of your grief, Kelsey. Beautifully done ❤️

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Kelsey Aldinger's avatar

Thank you so much 🫶🏼

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Laura Rennie's avatar

I appreciate your willingness to “go there” in your writing and bring us into the reality of your grief. ❤️❤️

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Kelsey Aldinger's avatar

Thank you so much for reading! And for all of your encouragement!

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Megan Hogg's avatar

Kelsey... wow. Thank you for sharing this. I think the one that got me the most was your husband's office. And this was so so beautiful: "...and she will one day look back on this time as a silhouette of grief— a dark shape of sadness held up against the Light of the World." I am encouraged by your faith and perseverance, friend! <3

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Kelsey Aldinger's avatar

Thank you so much! Your encouragement means so much!

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Jessica Fountain's avatar

Kelsey this piece encompasses so much of the grief of dark moments with the hope that the Light will overcome. Tender and beautiful friend. Thank you for sharing

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Kelsey Aldinger's avatar

Thank you so much! I appreciate your encouragement more than you know!

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