My niece gave birth to a little angel just after Christmas in 2009. This angel was born with challenges and lived for almost 3 months. In that 3 months he went through numerous operations and genetic testing. Joel went to heaven despite the wonderful care provided to him. His mom, my niece, was so strong through this time and was either at the hospital or the Ronald McDonald house for the entire time the baby was in the hospital. The significant connection to the Willow Tree figurines and this story was I saw one figurine just after Joel passed that was a little boy holding a ballon. After Joel's funeral, each family member was given a balloon to release outside the church. When I saw the figurine I felt like Joel was telling me he had made his journey safely. I am buying this figurine for my niece to show her that Joel is now in the arms of an angel and he is safe. Thank you for your beautiful work.
Patti from British Columbia Canada

Submitted by Patti in British Columbia , June 2010