Imogen’s passing parade was beautiful, an incredible speech made by Jason. I am still in awe of the strength he gained from our girl in being able to present it with such grace. The cheeky monkey Ashton, chatting and laughing at the front helped. The slideshow fitted Miss Immie character and her adoration of her friends and family perfectly, and the love from the people jammed pack in the room and overflowing into the car park was amazing. I knew there was many people there, but did not dare to look around as I knew I would lose it.
So many people loved our Immie, so many people learnt lessons from our Immie and so many people were there to show their appreciation for those two new key essentials that she bought to their life's.
Love and Lessons.
As we drove with our girl for the last time to her new home, we spoke with the earth angels who had looked after Imogen whilst in their care. We spoke about our incredible inspiration girl and her many funny and dear quirks.
Imogen’s arrival at Pinnaroo was one of peace; a buzzing bee flew around her casket, whilst she was still in her limo. Her boys, Jason, Colin (Imogen’s uncle), Bumpa (my dad) and Nigel (Imogen’s uncle) carried our little princess to her finally spot.
The releasing of the butterflies for Immie was amazing. 30 beautiful orange and black butterflies, eager to be let out of their boxes. One moment that truly captured the heart of all who came to honour Immie was the lone butterfly who landed firstly on Jason, then flew to Kody and then to me where it made it’s way up my dress to my finger. There is no doubt in my mind it was our Imogen, saying her good byes and marking her approval on the whole day.
We then gathered in a clearing close by, accompanied by a family of Kangaroos to release a balloon in honour of Immie. When released the sky was full of Imogen’s favourite coloured balloons and finally her Imogen butterfly. Our finally gift to her our girl, our Imogen. Pinnaroo is a beautiful place if any, fit for our beautiful princess.
Imogen’s final party was full to the brim of all her favourites, laughing kids, fairy bread, Sunkist, more balloons and most importantly love. The generosity of our many friends and families in helping this all come together is incredible. Though a huge thank you must go to my little sister Olivia, even through her own grief she made sure Imogen had a final party that she would have loved.
Well my dear friends and family, that is all I have to post for now, my heart aches everyday she is not here with us. The 2 weeks, 1 day, 7hours and 16 minutes since Imogen has been gone have been incredibly sad and so very quiet.
I know you are out there my girl, watching us, loving as from afar, free of pain…but geez it’s hard down here without you xx
Love you Imogen always
Love and Hugs the Holmes Gang.
16 comments:
How lovely of you to share Imogen's passing parade with us all Fiona. Your family has not been far from our thoughts and we are so, so sorry for your great loss and tremendous pain.
Hugs
Kimmie, Stu and Brenton
xxx
PS. I have been wearing my ladybird ring every day since its arrival and have been getting so many lovely compliments. I always stop and take the time to tell them about the rings significance and of the beautiful Immie :]
OMG,your post has me in tears again Fee! The beautiful butterfly sitting on your hand i am sure it is Immie also :)
what a perfect day you had for a perfect princess.
Cyber hugs for you and your family.
Thinking of you in such a difficult time.
Jaye QLD (SS)
Thank you so much for letting us know how Immie's parade went. :) Loved wearing Black and Red last Tuesday in her honour...
Thinking of you and praying for you all.
Damaris and family xo
Fiona Thank you.I am glad Immie had such a send of with so much love shown by so many people.
So honoured to be at Immie's parade and like you Fee, in awe of how beautifully Jason spoke about your beautiful girl.
Love you.
Just beautiful, Just Perfect!
:O) :O) :O) :O) :O) :O)
Millie xx
Thank you for sharing Immie's perfect day, Fee. x all my love x
You are all so brave and strong and a credit to each other.
May Immie who I have never ever met but can only imagine her mark on the people that loved her and that she loved rest in peace and may you her family stay strong and love each other through this terrible sad and difficult time.
You are an inspiration Fiona to all mothers. Stay strong and think of the happy times.
I think of you all very often even though we have never met and I have followed your blog regularly.
Love
Tracie Simpson & Family
To dearest Fiona, Jason, darling Kody and beautiful bubby Ashton,
It was truly an honour to be a part of Immie's passing parade. Such a sad but very beautiful day, in honour of your gorgeous girl. The slideshow of gorgeous Immie, all of your heartfelt speeches and the many friends and family who were present, just shows how we all feel about your family and especially Imogen. You have all touched so many people lives.
Beautiful Angel Immie,
My lovely Mikaela and I were so happy to receive our Ladybird's from your Grandma this week. We have placed one on our fridge, and Mikaela loves her ladybird ring and I love my ladybird necklace and matching ring. We wear them proudly, in honour of you, sweetie pie.
I hope you are enjoying all those beautiful balloons and also the kangaroos and the pretty butterflies. I noticed one extra special butterfly, and she was the prettiest of all!
Sending lots of love and peace to you, darling.
Sweet dreams from Lyndall xxxxx
Thank you for sharing Immie's passing parade with us.
Immie has certainly touched so many hearts.
Even though we have never met, I think of your family often.
Much love, peace and strength.
Rosemary
xxxx
Fiona,THANKYOU for sharing your thoughts & feelings about Immie's Passing Parade,especially for those of us who were not there in person. And also for posting the beautiful foto of you & Immie Butterfly - a picture does speak a thousand words, so poignant. Dear Fiona & family, may your heartache soon ease as you begin to heal from the pain of loss and grief, thinking of you always, Kerry. xx
The butterfly is amazing, but I'm sure there will always be little signs and messages like that from your Immie to let you know that she is okay and that you all will be too.
-Julie
More tears from me also as I read your post, but what a beautiful day it turned out to be for such a loved Princess
{{Hugs}} to you all in these hard days
Mazz and Family, QLD ♥♥
Hi Fiona and co..:-)
Just a note to let you know that you are still very much in our thoughts.. I really hope that you are all enjoying some special quiet time together.. sharing and remembering the special wonderful times with your little girl, your little and big sister..it must be so strange to not have her there..not have her to care for..I am glad that you have each other to support each of you through this time of change..much love is coming your way.. from near and far.. take care xoxox
the day was so lovely and i knoiw that imogen was watching over. so sad though i just don't know how you are doing it you are an insparation to everyone fiona and i hope you and the family are sticking together to overcome this tragedy she was taking far to soon from this world
xoxoxxo brianna
Fiona and Jason - you guys are incredible, you have done such an amazing job with all 3 of your beautiful children and to show such strength during such a difficult time in your lives. Wish we could be with you everyday to show that we are thinking of you and give a hug or lend a hand.
Imogen, her life, her strength and determination have touched so many of our lives, through your words and thoughs shared here. Thank you.
I have just been looking at the photos Brandie took for you at Dilkarra Photography and wept. Im sure that some of those precious moments captured will warm your hearts for many years to come.
Thinking of you everyday and living a better life because of what the Holmes Gang has shared.
Love always Sonia, Damian and Harper
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