Our Memories

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Summary: A Legacy to my daughter's child
Review: After reading the bio and information on Our Memories I believe my daughter and her husband will enjoy composing it throughout the years. The feelings Sharon Small had and her creating this book, mirrored my own feelings some 37 years ago when I had my first daughter. Not only will this serve as a legacy to my daughter's child but it will give a chronological account of feelings, guidance and family roots. Thank you for creating such a wonderful book - can't wait to receive it.

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Summary: A wonderful book for parents and grandparents
Review: An excellent book and way to create a journal of memories for your child or grandchild. I've purchased several to give as baby gifts and one for a relative who just lost a daughter so she can keep a journal for her granddaughter assuring her that her mother will not be forgotten.

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Summary: Wonderful cherished memories
Review: My mother purchased 2 books for me after the birth of my son.I find myself spending time alone after their birthdays reflecting on the past year.I enjoy writing in them and I can not wait until they get old enough to read some of what Ive written.I believe it's going to be a wonderful keepsake for them when they are older. Great Job Sharon!!!!

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Summary: This book helps us provide everlasting memories for our son.
Review: We received this book as a gift and truly love it!!! We are anxious for our son to read what we have written to him when he gets older. We feel that the author, Sharon G. Small has done a terrific job on sharing examples that she has written to her son. What a great way to help families share their memories!

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Summary: What would your child rather read about when they are older:
Review: when they were first able to hold a spoon, or how much their mother loved and cared about them, and some of the special experiences they shared together? This book has been a treasure to me. I feel that as I am creating it, I am creating the most important thing I will give my child. It has the perfect format, and the cover is beautiful. The idea for this journal was born with my son. I couldn't stop worrying all the "new mother" worries. Especially, "What if something were to happen to him", but also, "What if something were to happen to me?" In the past couple of years, I have seen two young mothers from my children's classes, pass away. They both left without warning, leaving very young children. They were young, and beautiful, and never knew that there was anything wrong with them. They were never given the chance to say goodbye. For some time after, it was constantly coming back to my thoughts. My daughters were so young, I knew they wouldn't even remember me, and all of my children would have unanswered questions. I knew my husband would take wonderful care of our children, but how would they ever understand how much I loved and cherished each of them? Of course, others would tell them that their mother loved them very much, but would they really believe and understand everything I would want them to? I realized no one could give them that except me; no one was responsible for giving them that except me. I decided I wanted to give my children the gift of knowing their mom always. Whether we are here to answer their questions or not, there is a need for all of our children to have this type of reassurance throughout their lives. With this journal you will be able to envision your child with their own special book, containing your experiences and love all through it. A book that they can hold, open, and read whenever they need to. It will be a treasured tradition that every mother and child will keep for generations to come. God willing, on a special day, when your child is older, you can give them their book. The pages of this journal have been formatted especially for your use, and the following pages will help you in creating this most special gift for your child.

Here are two examples of writings to my son Christopher:

Dear Christopher,

It is June 1996, you are going to be six years old soon, and I have decided to start creating this special book for you. I want you to know that you are one of the three best things that ever happened to me. My first little baby, my only boy, you have brought more joy to me than you can possibly imagine. I still remember the day you were born like it was only yesterday. You were a miracle to me, and I treasure all the time we have spent together. I quit my job as soon as I was able , so I could take care of you every day. I remember your first day of pre-school, just 1 month before your third birthday. You couldn't wait to go. You thought I could just drop you off in the parking lot and "you'd find your own way in." You had a wonderful time and made friends with everyone. The teacher said you worked to make everyone else feel at ease and have a good time. All your teachers have told me the same things, that you are a very bright boy and very helpful to the other children who are shy and lonely. I have had many different parents call me over the years because the teacher suggested that their child should get together and play with you. You make me so proud of you every day. I love you more than my own life, please never forget that or doubt it. I will always be there for you, I will always be listening. You are the most special little boy, and I know that you are going to grow up to be a fine wonderful man. You are always so caring, thoughtful and sensitive. You seem to have the wonderful ability of sharing your happiness and making those around you happy. I could write page after page about how wonderful I think you are. I will add a new page each year, on your birthday, as you grow and change. Remember and never doubt, that I love you to the sky and beyond and I will always be with you.

Love, Mommy

Birthday Letter

Dear Christopher,

Well, my sweetie you are six years old today. You are growing up so fast, my little first grader. You are learning to read, and do addition and subtraction, and doing absolutely wonderful at everything. I couldn't be prouder. You are starting to do more and more for yourself, like taking a shower. You've started doing some chores around the house and are having a ball with your allowance. You can't wait to pile it away in your special bank, and then take it out again when you see something on TV that you have just got to have. You hate it when I call you baby, but you still laugh at it. I wonder how much longer you'll let me call you that. I'm going to teach you how to ski this year and Daddy is going to teach you to golf. We have such wonderful times together. I love you so much my little grown up baby boy.

Love, Mommy

I hope you and your child treasure your journal as much as I do. Now that my son is almost eight, I have let him read a couple of his letters. He walks around with a smile all day. You can give your child the same feeling.