Years ago, before we had our children, Mitzi was speaking with an acquaintance regarding a recent birth in his family. He shared with her a tradition he had started with the birth of his first child and had carried on over the years. It was a very thoughtful tradition so I decided I would do it as well with my own twist. It has to do with flowers and I love Mitzi getting them so it worked out great!
With the recent and most likely last addition to our family; I thought it would be appropriate to blog about the white rose tradition. White in general often represents purity, cleanliness, and innocence. Some things that are white off the top of my head are: Temples, a bride’s wedding dress, a man’s dress shirts, angles are almost always wearing white robes, the White House, and the medical industry or professionals in the industry are often depicted in white. People are always wanting “whiter” teeth. Ok enough of that… I am rambling…
So the tradition…
With the birth of our children I have purchased a dozen red roses with an additional white rose placed in the middle representing the birth of our child – first one Benjamin. I remember Mitzi receiving the first delivery. The roses were beautiful, the white rose almost seemed like it rose above the red ones in the middle. It made me think, with our love, this new white rose will rise above us.
With Abigail, again the dozen red and this time I did two white roses. I didn’t want to only celebrate the new birth but the existing one as well. It was cute – the two white roses seem to huddle together again surround by the symbolism of our love.
With Hailee, now the three white roses seemed to create an even balance in the flower arrangement - like the three together made our family complete, holding together, balancing each other, lifting and supporting each other.
I am excited to see how our family dynamics will change with Hailee; to see how all of us will not only adjust, but celebrate and treasure her. I have a strong feeling how Benjamin will respond, protective, helpful and loving – just as he did with Abigail. Abby on the other hand could go either way. Can’t wait to see!
With the recent and most likely last addition to our family; I thought it would be appropriate to blog about the white rose tradition. White in general often represents purity, cleanliness, and innocence. Some things that are white off the top of my head are: Temples, a bride’s wedding dress, a man’s dress shirts, angles are almost always wearing white robes, the White House, and the medical industry or professionals in the industry are often depicted in white. People are always wanting “whiter” teeth. Ok enough of that… I am rambling…
So the tradition…
With the birth of our children I have purchased a dozen red roses with an additional white rose placed in the middle representing the birth of our child – first one Benjamin. I remember Mitzi receiving the first delivery. The roses were beautiful, the white rose almost seemed like it rose above the red ones in the middle. It made me think, with our love, this new white rose will rise above us.
With Abigail, again the dozen red and this time I did two white roses. I didn’t want to only celebrate the new birth but the existing one as well. It was cute – the two white roses seem to huddle together again surround by the symbolism of our love.
With Hailee, now the three white roses seemed to create an even balance in the flower arrangement - like the three together made our family complete, holding together, balancing each other, lifting and supporting each other.
I am excited to see how our family dynamics will change with Hailee; to see how all of us will not only adjust, but celebrate and treasure her. I have a strong feeling how Benjamin will respond, protective, helpful and loving – just as he did with Abigail. Abby on the other hand could go either way. Can’t wait to see!
5 comments:
Congratulations on the beautiful new little Hailee! She looks a bit like Benjamin to me in the photo. How are you guys doing? We tried calling your cell phone and couldn't get through. Do you have a new number? I love the roses tradition and analogy. Hope all is well with the many changes taking place. That was like when we had Aaron: we moved to a new ward, new home, new job, and a new child at the same time. Good luck to you guys and know we love you and are thinking of you!
Congratulations. I love the new name. I love the roses idea and I love your family. Give everyone a hug for me. Good luck with all of your doings.
How beautiful is the White Rose tradition and that is the same for your family-Congratulations on your beautiful new addition Hailee
That's a great tradition. Congratulations again!
Congrats on the sweet new baby! we miss you guys! Love the idea with the roses!
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