Born Sleeping

On July 17, 2008 my sweet cousin Hilary, who I have always considered to be more of a really tall little sister, gave birth to twin sons who were stillborn. Landon Scott and Luke Trevor Georgell had passed away at 21 weeks. I have never had to personally experience this kind of heart wrenching tragedy in my life and I can honestly say that I am eternally grateful that I hopefully never will. My one big fear in this life is to lose one of my darling children or my sweet husband!
I was very fortunate to be able to share this incredible, spiritual, personal time with my cousin and her wonderful husband Trevor. I will always remember the peace and sadness that filled every ones hearts as the boys were born and placed in their father's arms.























What an unforgettable experience! It was so sad but I wanted to be there to help in ANY way I could. Hilary and Trevor allowed me to photograph the precious moments that they shared with their infant sons bodies...they received what they had been sent here for and were taken back home to our Father In Heaven. I know that it must not comfort Trevor and Hilary very much right now, but I am certain that in the months to come, as they try again for another child, that the comfort of the spirit and knowledge of the Gospel will give them the strength they need to live righteously and return home to raise their sons.
Their little casket was so sweet. Watching Trevor carry it to it's resting place in the earth was so final and cold. I know that they both found some comfort in knowing that they are being buried next to Hilary's paternal grandparents. They were gracious enough to invite me to the funeral home to photograph Trevor dressing the boys in the tiny white burial gowns that my mom had made for them. He wrapped them in a soft little blue fleece blanket and we went to the cemetery where both families and numerous friends greeted them holding blue and white balloons. After a short graveside service which included Hilary reciting a poem, everyone released the 100+ balloons into the air and we all stood watching them float away.

I love Trevor and Hilary dearly and I am so blessed to have them as neighbors and ward members! They are both wonderful examples to me and I am sure that their boys are in Heaven just as proud as can be...they are able to be part of one of the best families ever! Their mommy and daddy adore them. I am always amazed at the two of them...even in the most deep, dark despair, they can always manage to make one another smile! They both still have a sense of humor and I know that Hilary will remain the funniest person I know and truly one of my very best friends!

I love you guys and I would do anything for you! Thank you so much for sharing your entire pregnancy with me!!! I am so excited for you to be able to continue on with your family! Whoever comes next is blessed with 2 big brother angels!!! This amazing opportunity has definitely strengthened my testimony of eternal families just having you in my life strengthens me! Thanks for your honesty and sincerity! I love you!