Lily Constance Rockey

Born June 29, 2007 at 1:47am
4.6 ounces, 7 inches

Our tiny little lily just waiting to blossom. Every time we saw you on the ultrasound, you were tucked away deep in your mommy's womb. Every time spring brings your mommy's lilies to bloom, we will think of our precious little baby girl. You were named not only after your mommy's favorite flower, but also after your strong grandmother. Like her you are small in stature, but strong with a giant heart. Your daddy cut your umbilical cord at your birth and touched your tiny hand with his finger as your tiny fingers curled around his. Your little mouth attempting to breathe the air your lungs were not ready for curled perfectly along your beautiful lips. You have plump ear lobes ready to be adorned by colorful jewelry. Perhaps you yourself would have spent hours crafting jewelry and other works of art; a quiet creative soul bringing beauty into the lives of everyone she meets. We can picture our nimble little girl curled up in a quiet place writing deeply moving sonnets about creation and her Creator. Whatever you might become, you are your mommy and daddy's deeply loved baby daughter. It's not difficult to imagine you planting your namesake alongside your mommy and grandmother. Your mommy who is a middle child just like you imagines you as precious and pure as a white lily. Your perfectly shaped legs are long and lovely like your mommy's which meet your feet at slender ankles. You were born with one leg held tightly to your tummy while you held the other long toward your head. Your personality brings us joy and laughter whether you're quietly dreaming or showing off for your mommy and daddy.