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I'd like to share my baby girl with everyone

16 years ago

FIRST, I cannot thank everyone enought for the kind and thoughtful words. I am however, numb. I am lost, and I find myself literally walking in circles not knowing what to do. Planning your childs funeral is something NO parent should ever endure. But we're trying to motion the moves. We went to the accident scene today. I HAD to see what happened to my baby girl. To find her hair amongst the car debris is needless to say, the worst thing I will or have ever endured in my life. My brother in law made the most beautiful cross with "RIP Rachel" on it, so me and my family placed it at the site. THEN, we HAD to go to the car. I had to find her purse and cellphone, as the State Troopers told me they couldn't get to it on the passenger floorboard. We had to get them to use a backhoe to get to the floorboard, but we did find it. I dug until I was bleeding from the glass, but couldn't get to it. I now have her possessions.

Again, I want to thank you all for the kind words and thoughts. I will post her memorial tribute and share my beautiful daughter with you all. She was the most special, kindest, polite person yall would have known. Her ambition was to join the PeaceCorps because she wanted to "help people". I will always love you my Rachel.

Here is a link that might be useful: I miss you and love you, Rachel

Comments (64)

  • 16 years ago

    Thank you for sharing....I can't even imagine what you're going through. Prayers to you and your family.

  • 16 years ago

    Your daughter is beautiful Jamie. Thank you for sharing her memorial tribuite with us.
    I wish I could give you a real hug.
    ((((Jamie)))
    Tammy

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  • 16 years ago

    Pookie, your tribute to Rachel is wonderful and so touching. It's obvious that she was a very happy, much loved child and that is a wonderful tribute to you and your family. I think of you all day and I lay in bed at night thinking of you, knowing you're hurting so much and I just hate this for you.

    She went from a gorgeous child to a beautiful young woman right before all our eyes, it must have been wonderful to experience it in person. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss, sweetie.

    (((((Jamie and family)))))

  • 16 years ago

    A beautiful tribute for a beautiful girl. My heart is breaking for you, I am so very sorry for your loss.

  • 16 years ago

    (((((Jamie and family)))))

    Beautiful tribute. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

  • 16 years ago

    Such a light for your lives! You have been in my prayers constantly since I heard what had happened.

  • 16 years ago

    Jamie, I continue to pray for you and your family. I signed the guest book and lit a candle for your beautiful daughter. (((((Jamie)))))

  • 16 years ago

    Thank you for sharing your daughters life with us. You continue to be in my prayers.

    Ron

  • 16 years ago

    Thank you so much for allowing us to share Rachel's life...what a lovely girl. My prayers continue that you may find peace, Jamie.

  • 16 years ago

    Jamie, I am so sorry.

  • 16 years ago

    I watched the tribute it was beautiful I have tears running..Thank you for sharing that.Know that we have our arms around you.Ive been thinking about you.This is one time on kt that I wished we could be there for you.Take care.

  • 16 years ago

    Rachel was a beautiful young lady! I am so sorry you only had 19yrs. with her...it seems so d@mn unfair! I Pray in time, your memories of her will bring you comfort.

  • 16 years ago

    Oh my,
    You are breaking my heart with your beautiful tribute. You had a beautiful gift in your daughter for 19 years and now you have an angel on your shoulder. Take comfort in knowing the wonderful life she had however short it was. You will miss her forever but her soul will be with you always. I can see by the pictures what a happy life you gave her.
    I am so sorry for your loss.
    Donna

  • 16 years ago

    Seeing all those beautiful and loving smiles on your precious daughter's face shows that she had a life full of happiness. Watching her growup in those pictures was a blessing. You have always shared with us the thrill your children have brought to you throughtout the years. Rachel must have been a spark of light in every day of your life since she was born. Let the wonderful memories comfort and warm your heart as time allows you to heal from this tragic time. Be thankful even for the numbness of this time, because it is what helps you make it through day to day.

    Thank you so much for sharing that beautiful tribute to your precious daughter.

  • 16 years ago

    She is beautiful. I know your heart is breaking......I am so sorry.

  • 16 years ago

    Thank you for sharing your beautiful daughter with all of us. May God hold you in His arms always.

    Shirley

  • 16 years ago

    You were blessed to have such a precious, good-hearted daughter even for the short 19 years. I cried as I read your post and viewed the tribute. It is beautiful; the memories of Rachel are something that can never be taken from you. I'm happy you have this forum to let it out when you need to.

    Is it known yet exactly how the accident occurred?

    Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.

    -Deb

  • 16 years ago

    Rachel is lovely, and she was clearly such a happy child. I found myself smiling back at her over and over.

    Some time ago I wrote the following in my blog:

    Some people start out life radiant and stay that way. It's just my guess, but I suspect most of them don't live long lives. They don't need to. They are so evolved, accomplish so much, and touch so many lives in such a short time, that they naturally rise quickly to the next level. And when they do, they leave a profound impression on all they leave behind.

    (((Jamie)))

  • 16 years ago

    I'm so sorry.

    The slide show is a beautiful remembrance;
    love & happiness just shine in every picture.

    You were lucky to have had her,
    & she was lucky to have had you.

  • 16 years ago

    What a beautiful baby, little girl and young woman. You can plainly see the light shining out of her eyes with so much joy to share.
    Thank you for sharing your Rachel with us...I am just so sorry for your loss.

    Deb

  • 16 years ago

    Beautiful daughter and beautiful tribute. Sincere sympathy and prayers to you and your family. (((Jamie)))

  • 16 years ago

    Thank you for sharing that wonderful tribute to Rachel. She was a beautiful girl. My heart breaks for your loss (((Jamie))).

  • 16 years ago

    My condolences!

  • 16 years ago

    Jamie thank you for allowing us to join with you as you grieve for your beautiful daughter. I cried and smiled as I viewed the memorial online. You have so many memories to embrace, they will be the gifts of the future. Your daughter is and was a very special young lady. Please know my prayers and thoughts are with you today and in the many days ahead.

    God bless you and your family,
    Susan

  • 16 years ago

    Jamie thank you for sharing those precious family pictures of your beautiful daughter Rachel.You and your family are in my prayers. God may she rest in peace.

    june

  • 16 years ago

    I have been offline for a few days and just read what happend. I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart is aching for you and your family. Your KT family is here for whatever you need.

    Hugs to you!

  • 16 years ago

    Jamie,

    Rachel was a beautiful girl and obviously touched many, many lives.
    She was truly an angel---on loan from God---and she must have been very special indeed for Him to have called her home so soon.
    Please know that I will continue to hold your family up in prayers during this difficult time and in the days and weeks to follow.
    My heart breaks for you at this moment, but I am comforted in knowing that you'll hold your sweet baby girl again someday.

    Rita

  • 16 years ago

    Thank you for sharing your incredible child with us. My heart is just breaking for you and I just have no words. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Trish

  • 16 years ago

    Jamie and family,

    I just don't have the words to say how sorry I am for your loss. Thank you for sharing this with us.

    You're in my prayers.

  • 16 years ago

    Jamie,

    Thank you for sharing the vidio of Rachel. Keeping you in my prayers.

  • 16 years ago

    Jamie, thank you for sharing your daughter with us. And thank you for letting us witness the love you have and will always have for Rachel -- it's brought tears to my eyes. Nothing is more powerful than love. Love never ends.

    Continued thoughts and prayers for you and for the rest of Rachel's family and friends.

  • 16 years ago

    (((Jamie))). My heart goes out to you and your family. You are in my prayers.

  • 16 years ago

    I see others have also noticed your daughter's joyous smile. It began early and lasted throughout her life. It was proof that you gave her the security and love that she needed to 'give back'. How I wish the girl and her smile could still be with you in more than beautiful memories.

  • 16 years ago

    What a beautiful young daughter Jamie. Her interest in the Peace Corp, loving and working with animals and having so many adoring friends speaks volumes about what a wonderful young lady she is. Thank you for sharing Rachel's tribute. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  • 16 years ago

    Beautiful daughter and beautiful Mother!
    You are in our special prayers.
    Blessings to you,
    Jaybird

  • 16 years ago

    Thank you for sharing your baby girl with us. The video is priceless.
    She has left a big hole in many hearts.

    Trin

  • 16 years ago

    One day at a time with hugs and tears to heal and comfort.
    Marie

  • 16 years ago

    What a lovely tribute for a lovely young woman. Thank you for sharing.

    Alisande: Your words are just beautiful.

    BJ

  • 16 years ago

    I almost didn't respond to this post because I'm completely at a loss for words, but I wanted you to know I'm thinking of you so very often. What a beautiful young woman Rachel was! I wish I could have known her. I can't imagine a worse pain than the agony you're enduring now. I think Alisande is right. (((((((((Jamie))))))))

  • 16 years ago

    Thank you for introducing us to your special girl.
    I think it's great that this technologically-evolving world has allowed a video like this to be created easily and quickly--it's something, like this board, that really helps create bonds.

    The photo of her as a baby napping with her dad is adorable.

  • 16 years ago

    Beautiful tribute for a beautiful person.

    My heart is breaking for you.

    Linda

  • 16 years ago

    Thank you for sharing your precious memories.

  • 16 years ago

    I am so sorry, Jamie.

  • 16 years ago

    I can't find words. What a beautiful child/young lady...I wish I could just hug you .I pray for comfort for you.

  • 16 years ago

    That was just beautiful. I know that your heart is breaking and I send my biggest hugs for you.

  • 16 years ago

    I wish you strength and courage in this terrible time ; she is a beautiful girl indeed.

  • 16 years ago

    What a beautiful tribute to such a beautiful, happy girl. I am so sad for you. I know you're heart must be broken. I wish I could give you a hug.

  • 16 years ago

    So very sorry Jamie. That was a beautiful tribute to a beautiful girl.

  • 16 years ago

    Jamie, I'm so very, very sorry. I'm just now catching up, and my heart just bleeds for your devestating loss.

    She is a beautiful girl. She always will be.

    My heartfelt wishes go out to you and your family - that you are surrounded and supported by those who love her. May the many beautiful memories Rachel leaves with you help you through this sad time.

  • 16 years ago

    Precious memories. I am so sorry for your loss.