| Location | Hitchin |
| Age | 8 months |
| Date of Birth | 07/09/1998 |
| Date of Death | 08/05/1999 |
| Visitors | 13,845 since 26/02/2008 |
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Just to let you all know, we will be going away on 18th July, so will not beable to light any
candles for a while, but will be thinking of you all.
Thank you to everyone who visited Lauren's site on 8th May - even if you didn't light a candle, just
to know that for a moment you thought of Lauren means alot. THANK YOU GOOD FRIENDS XXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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I JUST WANTED TO SAY - I HAVE BEEN AWAY FOR A FEW DAYS VISITING MY PARENTS, SO IF I HAVE MISSED ANY
OF YOUR ANGELS ANNIVERSARIES WHILE AWAY I AM REALLY SORRY, BUT THOUGHTS OF YOU ALL ARE NEVER FAR
AWAY.
THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT, LAUREN'S SITE IS SUCH A COMFORT TO ME
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HELLO TO ALL WHO VISIT LAUREN'S SITE ~ WE WISH YOU A PEACEFUL TIME THIS CHRISTMAS.
THANK YOU FOR THE SUPPORT YOU GIVE, EVEN WHEN CANDLES FROM US ARE VERY FEW SOMETIMES.
YOU ARE ALL VERY SPECIAL PEOPLE, AS YOU TAKE THE TIME TO THINK OF OTHERS MISSING THEIR LOVED ONES,
WHEN YOU YOURSELVES ARE MISSING YOURS TO.
IN FINDING THIS SITE, WE HAVE FOUND KIND AND THOUGHTFUL PEOPLE.
THANK YOU XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR YOUR LOVELY WORDS & CANDLES ON LAUREN'S BIRTHDAY. WE RELEASED HER BALLOONS
INTO THE SKY & PUT NEW GIFTS & PLANTS INTO HER GARDEN(PLANTS ALL GREEN AT THE MOMENT!)
THANK YOU HAZEL FOR YOUR GIFT~THAT WAS VERY KIND OF YOU XXXX
We would just like to thank everyone who continues to light candle's and send tributes and photo's.
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Lauren Marie Collicott was born on 7th September 1998 to mummy Tracy and daddy Mark. She weighed in
at 7lb 1oz and had lots of black hair. Two days after she was born we were all ready to go home so
that Lauren could meet her excited brother and sister Matthew and Justine. We were waiting for the
usual check before leaving,when the doctor finally came round,they found a slight murmur on Lauren's
heart. They suggested that we went to Harefield hospital a few days later to have it checked out
further. At this point we were not at all worried,just was happy to be a family with our new baby.
She went for her scan at Harefield hospital and it was then discovered she had a congenital heart
condition called Tetraology of Fallots. At this point they were telling us all the complications
that could arise with this condition and how to deal with any episodes of breathlessness which sort
of went over our heads because she really didnt look like she had anything wrong with her.
We went home and carried on with a normal life. As Lauren got a bit older it was slightly noticeable
that she was very tired when she tried to roll over and sit up,yet she managed to reach these
milestones. It was suggested that she should have an operation that would treat her condition
completely,this was scheduled for 5th May 1999.
Lauren was a very happy baby always smiling and laughing,she loved to play with her toys in
particular her blue dog,octopus and whinnie the pooh rattle.
The day before her operation she was like any normal baby,she was whizzing up and down the hospital
corridors in her baby walker with glitter on her face.
Her operation took place on the 5th May 1999,and everything looked like it had gone well in the
operating theatre,although whilst in recovery Lauren kept having cardiac arrests. It was at this
point that it was said that she had been given the wrong medication in recovery however this was
never proven. The following day things were still not going well and they decided Lauren's only hope
was to go on the EKMO machine, at this point we knew that there wasnt much hope,but we felt we owed
it to Lauren to try anything that could save our little girl. We decided at this point to phone
family and friends,and the same day they all made the journey to the hospital.
On 8th May 1999 the doctors did the dreaded test to see if she would pull through and the result was
not good,it was the result that we had been dreading and we had to make the heart breaking decision
to turn off her machines. Lauren's nanny lives in Spain and had got on the first plane as soon as
she realised Lauren wasnt going to live,sadly she never made it in time too say goodbye.
Our precious baby girl, daughter,sister,granddaughter,niece,cousin had passed away. The grief that
was felt was a pain like no other.
We decided to have Lauren cremated and she had a small intimate funeral.
We wanted to have Lauren close to us at all times,and her daddy Mark created her special garden
inside our own back garden,enclosed with its own fence and pretty flowers,ornaments and a bench
which we often sit on to remember her.
Lauren now has another sister Georgia and another brother Alex,who visit the garden every day along
with Niece Sapphire and Nephew Brennon.
Every year on Lauren's birthday we release balloons into the sky in memory of our beautiful girl.
Even though the years pass and we have to get on with our lives,she is there with us every day,we
can sense she is with us and we try to keep her in our lives by visiting spiritualist evenings and
churches,we will never ever forget her and will continue to talk about her and remember her.
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Dream a Little Dream
Stars shining bright above you
night breezes seem to whisper
"I love you"
Birds singing in the sycamore tree;
Dream a little dream of me.
Say "nighty night" and kiss me
just hold me tight and tell me
you'll miss me.
While I'm alone and blue as can be;
Dream a little dream of me.
Stars fading but I linger on Dear
still craving your kiss
I'm longing to linger till dawn Dear
Just saying this:
Sweet dreams till sun beams find you
sweet dreams that leave all worries behind you.
But in your dreams whatever they be;
Dream a little dream of me.
Stars fading but I linger on Dear
still craving your kiss.
I'm longing to linger till dawn Dear
just saying this:
Sweet dreams till sun beams find you
sweet dreams that leave all worries far behind you.
But in your dreams whatever they be;
Dream a little dream of me.
Sweet dreams till sun beams find you
sweet dreams that leave our worries behind you.
But in your dreams whatever they be;
Dream a little dream of me.
Dream a little dream of me.(Lyrics by Mamas & Papas)
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A teddy just for you XxX
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Here is a little Teddy..
And it's made with love
I'm going to send it straight to you..
In heaven up above
Cuddle up with Teddy..
As it's time for bed
So rest your tiny Angel wings
And just remember what I said
Here is a little Teddy..
And it's made with love
So give your teddy a goodnight kiss..
Precious Angel up above
copyright� Jackie Thomas 21/08/09
love val xxxxxxxxxx
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Tributes For This Weekend
FOR FRIDAY 21ST AUGUST
Grief Is Like A River
My grief is like a river,
I have to let it flow,
But I myself determine
Just where the banks will go.
Some days the current takes me
In waves of guilt and pain,
But there are always quiet pools
Where I can rest again,
I crash on rocks of anger,
My faith seems faint indeed,
But there are other swimmers
Who know that what I need
Are loving hands to hold me
When waters are to swift,
And someone kind to listen
When I just seem to drift.
Grief's river is a process
Of relinquishing the past,
By swimming in Hope's channels,
I'll reach the shore at last.
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FOR SATURDAY
To Those I Love And Those Who Love Me
When I'm gone, release me, let me go;
I have so many things to see and do.
Don't tie yourself to me with tears.
Be happy that we had so many years.
I gave you love.
You can only guess how much that
You gave me in happiness.
I thank you for your love you each have shown.
But it is time I travel alone.
So grieve a while for me, grieve you must;
Then let your grief be comfort by trust.
It's only for a little while we must part.
So bless the memories within your heart.
I won't be far away, for life goes on.
So if you need me, call and I'll come.
Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near.
If you listen with your heart, you'll hear
All my love around you soft and clear.
And then when you must come this way alone,
I will greet you with a smile and a
"Welcome Home!"
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FOR SUNDAY
Tears
Tears are delightful expressions
Of happiness, sorrow, and love,
Made to release deep emotions,
A special gift sent from above.
When seeing sweet thoughts of a loved one
Midst memories of days of old,
A tear finds a cheek in the moonlight
As thoughts reach deep in the soul.
In moments of anger, frustrations and grief,
When happy thoughts flee like a thief,
Running away with our hopes and our cares,
A tear brings welcome relief.
If unwanted sorrow consumes us
And life seems so hard to bear,
With time a soul is healed,
Restored with the help of a tear.
Sun and beauty bring health to the soul
Through all of the days of our lives,
Deepest feelings of thanks are expressed
Through tears which appear in our eyes.
Be grateful for tears for their presence
Restores our most glorious thoughts
Of laughter, compassion and loving,
The most precious gifts of all.
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Thoughts Today, Memories Forever
Angela Christopher’s Very Proud Mum
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I am not gone, I am changed.
Have faith and please believe me.
God did not take me away from you,
He split the skies and received me.
Now...
I'm an echo in your laughter,
a reflection in your tears,
an extra thread of strength
to help you overcome your fears.
I'm an added ray of sunshine,
more joy for you to share,
a fragrance of the life you live.
Wherever you are - I am there.
Copyright� Terri McPherson.2002
love val xxxxxxxxxxxxx
thankyou so much
I would like to say a big thank you to everyone who lit candles, and for all the lovely pictures, tributes and gifts left for stuart and my family on his birthday, I appreciate all your love and support which helped to make a very difficult day a lot easier to bere.xx maureen&tommy.
16th August
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FOR MONDAY
Treasured thoughts of one so dear,
Often bring a silent tear,
Thoughts of scenes long past,
Years roll on but memories last.
FOR TUESDAY
Wonderful memories woven in gold,
This is a picture I tenderly hold,
Deep in my heart, a memory is kept,
To love, to cherish, never to forget.
FOR WEDNESDAY
If we could have one lifetime wish,
One dream that could come true,
We'd ask with all our hearts,
For yesterday and you.
FOR THURSDAY
My heart still aches in sadness,
My silent tears still flow,
For what it meant to lose you
No one will ever know.
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Memories Today Thoughts Forever
Angela Christopher’s Very Proud Mum
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FRIDAY 14TH AUGUST
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Tributes for this weekend
FOR FRIDAY
I MISSED YOU
I woke up this morning
.....and I missed you
I got out of bed
.....and I missed you
I got myself washed
.....and I missed you
I got myself dressed
.....and I missed you
I came downstairs
.....and I missed you
I've only been awake a few minutes
And already I've missed you so much.
To those who've never lost a child,
Does that not make you understand?
Does that not make you see?
Just what my life is like now
How everyday is for me.
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FOR SATURDAY
REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES
Remember the good times
Don’t ever feel sad
Remember the pleasure
And love that I had
Remember the laughter
And all that we shared
Remember with pride
For I know that you cared
And blame yourselves not
For what I did not see
My life had everything
You gave much to me
With love in our hearts
The memories will stay
Remember I'm only
A whisper away............
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FOR SUNDAY
♥♥ With Love ♥♥
They say that life is fleeting
I know that this is true
I left this world so quickly
With no goodbye to you.
I know how much you miss me
Your tears fall ever light
The pillow where you lay your head
Is wet with them at night.
I know your heart is hurting
The words we left, unsaid
I love you left unspoken
Are spinning in your head.
The strength that I have carried
That served to make you whole
Remains to make you stronger
Within your grieving soul.
For you see, while you were weeping
On the day I passed away
At the gravesite near the flowers
Where my loved ones knelt to pray.
An angel came to see me
She took me by the hand
She led me to a kingdom
In a very distant land.
As I look down from the heaven
And see you standing there
Your heart so ever burdened
With more weight than it can bear.
I long to bring you comfort
I long to give you peace
I long to hold you closely
Cause all your tears to cease.
The joy I've found in heaven
Goes far beyond compare
The love that's so elusive
Can be found here everywhere.
The light is softly shining
There's no storm clouds here or rain
There's no teardrops found in heaven
There's no suffering, there's no pain.
You needn't be so troubled
Stay close to God and pray
That someday we'll be together
One bright and glorious day.
So my love, you shouldn't question
My dear you need not cry
I've gone to be with Jesus
I really didn't die.
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Thoughts Today, Memories Forever
Angela Christopher’s Very Proud Mum
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WISH UPON A STAR
If I could wish upon a star..
I would wish to see my loved one from afar
For I see my loved one twinkling at night
And oh it's such a beautiful sight.
The star it glows with love and care
And no other star in the sky can compare
You shine down on your family at night with love
You were a beautiful gift to me from heaven above.
Your beauty glows and shines so bright
And you keep shining until morning light
You are shining now in heaven above
Please my little star keep shining down on me..
With lots of love x
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copyright© Jackie Thomas May 2009.
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FOR MONDAY
Your presence I miss,
Your memory I treasure,
Loving you always,
Forgetting you never.
FOR TUESDAY
I sit and wonder every day,
Why the Lord chose to call you away,
I think He saw you needed rest,
He only takes the very best.
FOR WEDNESDAY
Everyday in some small way,
Memories of you come our way,
Though absent, you are always near,
Still missed, loved, always dear.
FOR THURSDAY
Resting where no shadows fall,
In peaceful sleep he awaits us all;
God will link the broken chain,
When one by one we meet again.
Thoughts Today Memories Forever
Angela Christopher’s Very Proud Mum
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