Olivia Helen Perkins

2007 - 2007
LocationShrewsbury
Age4 months
Cause of DeathCot Death/Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Date of Birth18/07/2007
Date of Death02/12/2007
Visitors13,567 since 15/12/2007
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To all my gts friends,
I would just like to thank you all for your continued support and for lighting Olivia's candles
while i have been unable to.Olivia is now a big sister baby Oliver was born on the 6th september and
is doing fine so once again thank you all my love Louise.xxxxx


The beginning of December 2006 we found out i was pregnant we were shocked but happy.Over the next
few months i was suffering terribly with the pregnancy i was diagnosed with s.p.d.(symphysis pubis
dysfunction)which is basically your pelvic bones loosen and grind together causing severe pain and
gets worse with babys growth.Any way i was having to attend the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital every day
as thay were concerned my baby wasnt growing so wanted to keep a close eye on us.On July the 17th
2007 i was admitted and told they would induce me the following day.18th July 2007 i was taken to
the labour ward and enduced after 3hrs 15 mins of labour our beautiful daughter Olivia Helen Perkins
arrived weighing in at 5lb 10oz.I didnt get long with her as i was rushed to theatre as my placenta
needed to be removed surgically.


The next few weeks flew by with all the things that come with being a new mum.Olivia needed feeding
every 2 hrs because of her low birth weight but she soon was a little chubbs.We had so much fun in
such a short time we used to play clap hands and she would giggle her little head off and i used to
sing Bleeding love and beautiful girl to her and she would flap her arms about and kick her legs
with excitment.Daddy also used to play the guitar to her and she would try and grab it from him "oh
such lovely memories".


Then Saturday the 1st December 2007 was a normal day for us we just laze around watching sports.At
9pm i gave Olivia her bottle and we were taking photos of her posing in daddys hat at about midnight
we headed off to bed .The last thing i saw from Olivia was her beautiful smile then we all fell
asleep.The next morning about 7.10am we found her looking grey and not moving i instantly became
hysterical but had to go and phone an ambulance while her daddy was trying to revive her but to no
avail.Two friends came over and tried too, all i remember was standing in the street in the pouring
rain,next thing the ambulance came and whisked her away,daddy went with her and i followed in the
car .We got to the hospital and waited in a little room,what seemed like hours after we heard the
most haunting words ever IM SORRY.That was it my life felt over, my little Olivia had gone she was 4
months old.We chose not to see her as i could not let her go again.Within 1hr of leaving the
hospital the police arrived but was treated very nicely and had a lot of help from our liason
officer.The next days,weeks just went by in a blur......................................


On the 18th December 2007 at 10am my beautiful daughter was laid to rest surrounded by her loving
family and friends.Her daddy carried her in to the church which broke his heart but for those few
moments he had Olivia in his arms where she belonged Her beautiful song blared out which to this day
i can still not listen to.Well from the day she left us i have never felt the same i am no longer
complete without my little girl
Olivia.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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I would like to take this time to thank my wonderful husband Glen for doing all he does for us
despite suffering himself.

All my other children for putting up with mum not being herself.

Sylvia and Melvin for their support and prayers.


My brother Nick for looking after us the way he did.

My mum and auntie Patsy for going to see Olivia and dressing her for the final time.

Rev Peter Barnes for blessing Olivia and providing her with a beautiful service at her funeral.

And last but not least all my G.T.S. friends who light a candle or leave a tribute or picture for
Olivia THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart you all mean so much to me all my love
Louise.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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LOVE HALINA X

I gaze up at the sky each night
and find the brightest star.
It's always waiting there for me
so close, but yet so far.
The star winks in the evening sky
and reaches out to me.
It magically appears each night
for all the world to see.
I've wished upon this special star
my whole life through, it seems.
I've closed my eyes and made my wish
of hopes, and plans, and dreams.
And then, one day I got my wish
when finally I had you.
You were that someone special
and all my dreams came true.
And now we have to be apart
I find that same bright star.
It makes me feel so close to you
no matter where you are.

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Belinda Williams February 28, 2009

LITTLE ANGELS

When God calls little children
To dwell with Him above,
We mortals sometimes question
The wisdom of His love.
For no heartache compares
With the death of one small child
Who does so much to make our world
Seem wonderful and mild.
Perhaps God tires of calling
The aged to His fold.
So He picks a rosebud
Before it can grow old.
God knows how much we need them
And so He takes but few
To make the land of heaven
More beautiful to view.
Believing this is difficult,
Still somehow we must try.
The saddest word that mankind knows
Will always be 'goodbye'.
So when a little child departs,
We who are left behind
Must realise God loves children
Angels are hard to find.

If roses grow in heaven,
Lord Please pick one for me.
Place it in my Loved ones hand
And tell them it's from me.
Tell them that I love them
And when they turn to smile,
Place a kiss upon their cheek
And hold them for a while.
Remembering them is easy,
I do it every day.
But there's an ache within my heart
That will never go away.



I looked towards the clouds today
And for a moment saw your face.
I wondered just where you have gone
With hope it's a better place.

Did you show yourself to me today,
To tell me you're all right?
Or was it just a daydream
Playing tricks upon my sight?

We will always feel the void inside
Because you are not here.
But each new thought you send our way
Lets us know you're near.

So until our journey nears its end
And we hear the angels sing,
We'll face each new day as it comes
And live off the love you bring.



If tears could build a stairway,
And memories were a lane,
We would walk right up to heaven
And bring you back again.

Our hearts still ache in sadness
And secret tears still flow.
What it meant to lose you
No one can ever know.

But now we know you want us
To mourn for you no more.
To remember all the happy times,
Life still has much in store.

Since you'll never be forgotten,
We pledge to you today:
A hallowed place within our hearts
Is where you'll always stay.

Halina A. And Her Angels February 17, 2009

~~ ♥ ~~ WHATS IT LIKE THIS PAIN ~~ ♥ ~~

IT'S LIKE:
A hole with no bottom
A hill with no top
A road with no bend
A night with no end.

It's as if its not happened
It's as if its not true
Its' as if its a dream
Yet a numbness seeps through.

There's a feeling of emptiness
A gap to be filled
There's a feeling of loneliness
That cannot be filled.

They say time"s a healer
How long will it take?
I cant see it ending
It's a permanent ache.

Life as no meaning
Yet it as to go on
I find it so hard
I feel so alone.

No one will ever know
The depth of my sorrow
I just have to trust
There'll be a better tomorrow.

May god give me strength
To keep on going
To get through this pain
To feel real again.

I'll never get over it
Of that I am sure
But I'll give time a chance
And hope for a cure.

Time's without end
Love is too
I'll never forget you
I'll always miss you...
~~ ♥ ~~

~~ ♥ ~~ THATS WHAT ITS LIKE ~~ ♥ ~~

Sheila And My Angels (Best Friend) February 16, 2009

Tribute Is For This Weekend

Candles Will Be Lit Again
As Usual On Sunday For Monday


MESSAGE FOR MY FAMILY FROM HEAVEN


To My Dearest Family,
Some things I'd like to say.
But first of all, to let you know,
That I arrived okay.

I'm writing this from heaven.
Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness;
Here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy
Just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you
Every morning, noon and night.

That day I had to leave you
When my life on earth was through.
God picked me up and hugged me
And He said, "I welcome you.

It's good to have you back again,
You were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family,
They'll be here later on.

There's so much that we have to do,
To help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things,
That he wished for me to do.

And foremost on the list,
Was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night
The day's chores put to flight.

God and I are closest to you....
In the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth,
And all those loving years.

Because you are only human,
They are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry:
It does relieve the pain.

Remember there would be no flowers,
Unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you
All that God has planned.

If I were to tell you,
You wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain,
Though my life on earth is o'er.

I'm closer to you now,
Than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads
Ahead of you and many hills to climb;

But together we can do it
By taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy
And I'd like it for you too;

That as you give unto the world,
The world will give to you.
If you can help somebody
Who's in sorrow and pain;

Then you can say to God at night......
"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....
That my life was worthwhile.

Knowing as I passed along the way
I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody
Who is sad and feeling low;

Just lend a hand to pick him up,
As on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street
And you've got Me on your mind;

I'm walking in your footsteps
Only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go....
From that body to be free.

Remember you're not going.....
You're coming here to Me.


MISS ME..... BUT LET ME GO

We've known lots of pleasure,
At times endured pain,,
We've lived in the sunshine,
And walked in the rain. ,

But now we're separated .
And for a time apart,,
But I am not alone- ,
You're forever in my heart.,

Death always seems so sudden, ,
And it is always sure,,
But what is often forgotten-,
It is not without a cure.,

There may be times you miss me, ,
I sort of hope you do,,
But smile when you think of me,,
For I'll be waiting here for you.

Now there's many things for you to do,,
And lots of ways to grow,,
So get busy, be happy, and live your life,,
Miss me, but let me go.


MY FRIEND I CARE

Don’t tell me that you understand.
Don’t tell me that you know.
Don’t tell me that I will survive,
How I will surely grow.

Don’t come at me with answers
That can only come from me.
Don’t tell me how my grief will pass,
That I will soon be free.

Accept me in my ups and downs.
I need someone to share.
Just hold my hand and let me cry
And say, “My friend, I care"


Thoughts Today Memories Forever
Angela(Christopher-John Rowe)Mum
FOR FRIDAY

Marie-Angela Rowe February 12, 2009

when you lose someone it can be hard to take
the pain that you feel when your heart has to break
the memories you keep are all in your mind
as you search your soul for more to find
the way their skin felt the smell of their hair
as you keep thinking over and shedding a tear
the years may pass, memories fade to grey
but your getting no younger you'll see them someday
unconditional love is never forgotten
look deep in your heart it is there at the bottom
alone in the dark sometimes in fear
voices from loved ones your hoping to hear
more years pass, they soon fly by
but your always looked upon from those in the sky
surrounded by clouds and pure white doves
they listen and watch sending you love
just remember one thing as you sit and you pray
they will be there to greet you, you will see them someday. love halina xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Halina A. And Her Angels February 11, 2009

Smile for me
I want to say don't miss me
Don't keep crying tears
I can see you every day
As you face up to your fears

You can talk to me still
Even though I'm not here
I am only sleeping now
And every day I'm near

When you see a rainbow
That's where i now dwell
And when the sun shines down
Don't let your eyes swell

Laugh and i will laugh with you
Blow kisses up to the sky
For i will always be with you
I am asleep i did not die

Halina A. And Her Angels February 10, 2009

Your life is a Beautiful Memory...Your Absence a Silent Grief....Stay Safe and Shine Down On All Who Love You ...Love Always Tanya xxxx

Sorry for the lack of candles lately....as most of you know my dad has been poorly, I just haven't felt up to coming on GTS....My lovely dad seems to be on the mend now so I feel able to concentrate on other things....Thankyou for continuing to light Michaels candles while I have been away...it is greatly appreciated xxxxx

Tanya Monaghan (Friend) February 9, 2009

Right now I'm in a different place
And though we seem apart
I'm closer than I ever was
... I'm there inside your heart

I'm with you when you greet each day
And while the sun shines bright
I'm there to share the sunsets, too
... I'm with you every night

I'm with you when the times are good
To share a laugh or two,
And if a tear should start to fall
... I'll still be there for you

And when that day arrives
That we no longer are apart,
I'll smile and hold you close to me
... Forever in my heart

Love always your very special angel xxxx

Sheila And My Angels (Best Friend) January 31, 2009

God looked around his garden
And found an empty place
He then looked down upon this earth
And saw your tired face

He put his arms around you
And lifted you to rest
God’s garden must be beautiful
He always takes the best

He knew that you were suffering
He knew you were in pain
He knew that you would never
Get well on earth again

He saw that the road was getting rough
And the hills are hard to climb
So he closed your weary eyelids
And whispered, “Peace be thine”

It broke our hearts to lose you
But you didn’t go alone
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home

Nadine Brooke (GTS Friend) January 29, 2009
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