You're Beautiful, it's true....  / Mom

Dear Sara,

There is never a moment in my life when you are not with me in some way. Every place I go I carry you with me in my heart. You are with me in my dreams at night and in every precious memory that comes to me during the day. But the place I find you the most alive is in my imagination. When I have time to myself I like to imagine where you are and what you are doing. I imagine you hanging out at the beach with a bunch of friends. I know in Jessica's dream when she asked  what you do in Heaven you told her you lay in the sun alot. So maybe that is where I get that picture. You always loved the beach and the sun so I know that it is probably pretty accurate. I imagine you keeping everyone amused with your unique sense of humor and I know your unforgettable smile is melting many hearts. I imagine that you are living with all my relatives and, of course, your cousin Gregory. I am sure my grandparents are exhausted from just watching you in constant motion. You are probably still cheering non-stop and showing off your amazing toe touch. I imagine that by now you have perfected your back handspring and all your other acrobatic moves. I wonder what kind of school you go to. In my dream a while ago you told me that you go to school and you get homework but it is not the same as here. You told me so much more in that dream but all I remember is the school and homework part. Oh, how I wish I remembered more. 

Sara, I always wonder what you would be like today if you were still here. You would be ending your sophmore year at West Boca High and would be driving by now. You would be 16 and involved in all the teenage drama that goes on at that age. I am sure you would have experienced your first love and maybe your first broken heart by now. I am also sure you would have broken many hearts. You'd be going to homecomings and proms and doing all the crazy, fun things that 16 year olds do. You and Amy would be so close and you would be running around with the same circle of friends. When Amy goes off to college this summer Laura would still have you around the house which would make it easier for her. Laura misses you so much and is having a hard time letting Amy go. I wonder what college you would have gone to. I think it would have been a local college because you always seemed to want to stay close to home. But maybe that would have changed in time. I guess I'll never know. 

I like to imagine who the lucky guy is you would have married and how happy you would have made him. What a great wife and mother you would have been. I imagine that someday, somewhere, that guy is going to see your face in a crowded place. You will appear to him as an angel with a smile on your face. He will realize that you are an angel and he will have to face the truth, that he will never be with you. It will be a moment that only you and he will share and it will last till the end of time.....Yes Sara, when I hear that song I think of you and the guy you would have married.  Am I crazy??  No, i'm not crazy, I am just a mother who lost a child. Until I am with you again, all I have left is my imagination, my memories and my dreams. That will have to last me till the end of time.  I love you so much Sara Rose.... Close

Sara Rose Hennarichs  / We love you Sara

Sara Rose Hennarichs: the face of an angel, a heart of gold, a mesmerizing smile, always a twinkle in her eyes, energetic, happy, funny, animated, caring, sensitive, loving, kind, very, very beautiful.









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Trip down memory lane....  / Cathy (Sara's mom )

One night as I laid in bed I dug out my old diary that I keep stashed at the bottom of my dresser drawer. As I read the pages the tears just flowed with the memories of happier times. The pages started on June 1^st, 1988 when Amy was six weeks old and ended on April 4^th, 1996.  I wrote about each and every first that each of my children had, first words, first steps, first birthdays, etc. I wrote every detail about my birth experience with all three girls. I wrote about their likes, dislikes, happy moments and also quoted funny things they said. There were so many cute, funny things my girls would say but this one from Sara is in the top ten. In my entry on February 4^th ,  1995  I wrote: 

“Sara said the funniest thing to me tonight. I walked in her bedroom and she went to her desk and pulled out a notebook and she very seriously looked at me and said  "”Mom, don’t ever read this, this is my diarrhea".  

That memory made me laugh and I remember thinking how much could she have written at only 4 years old. I know that she eventually did learn the difference between diary and diarrhea. I realize now how much Sara was like me, finding comfort in putting her emotions on paper. As I continued to turn the pages I found this entry from Mothers Day 1995:

“A special note to my 3 girls on Mothers Day:

The three of you are the most important part of my life. You are at such precious ages, 7, 5 and 1 years old. I want to let each of you know how important you are to me.

Amy,

You are so grown up now and you know so much. You are not only gifted in school but also have many gifts as a person. You have the gift of compassion, always thinking of others first, you love to share with everybody and you are a leader. You believe you can do anything and never want any help. You have a good heart. Sometimes you fight with Sara but I know that little sisters can be difficult at times. You are so pretty and so beyond your years. I love you with all my heart.

Sara,

My little Sara, you have the most lovable personality. Your smile lights up your face and you love to be cuddled. You seem to want to stay my baby forever. Oh, if only you could. You look up to your big sister so much. You too have such a good heart and you are so adorable and smart. You will be starting kindergarten soon and you are more then ready. You love to give hugs and kisses and it makes you happy to see everyone happy. You hate to see any one sad or hurt. I love you with all my heart.

Laura,

You turned one years old yesterday. I can’t believe it! You have bought so much joy to this family – we adore you. You are so active and keep us on our toes. You seem to want to keep up with your sisters and get very frustrated when you can’t do what they do. You love your big sisters so much and they give you lots of love in return.  If you are alone in a room they will stay with you until I come get you.  You are happiest when you are surrounded by people and you are just so cute. I love you with all my heart.

As time goes by you girls will eventually grow more independent. Friends and boyfriends will become more important than Mom and Dad. This is why I will treasure every time you say to me “Mom, I don’t ever want to get married, I want to live with you forever.” I will encourage your independence but deep down I will always long for these days. I will remember them forever. I will always be here for you. Thank you God for blessing me with my 3 beautiful girls. “

It seems like just yesterday when I wrote those words. I remember the feeling of wanting to capture the girls at those ages and hold on to them forever. Maybe deep down my soul knew what my future held. If only I could have known I would only have Sara for 13 years.  Maybe I wouldn’t have gotten so mad at her for the things that now seem so trivial. Maybe I would have spent every bit of my spare time with her and not told her “later”. Maybe I would have given her what she asked for and not say “wait till you get a little older.” But I think Sara understands now that I was just being a mother ~ having moments of stress, moments of wanting to be alone and needing to teach right from wrong.  I do know that Sara felt the special bond we had and she died knowing how much I love her and we all love her. As much as I wish I could continue writing about Sara’s life beyond 13 years, I thank God for every minute he allowed me to have with Sara.  He sent me an angel who has changed my life for the better and I am forever thankful for that. I thank God for Amy and Laura and pray that He keep them safe. I know they have a loving guardian angel watching over them every step of the way....

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To Honor you Sara....  / Mom

Everything I do Sara, I do to....

                             Honor You  

                         
To honor you, I get up everyday and take a breath.
And start another day without you in it.

To honor you, I laugh and love with those who knew your smile
And the way your eyes twinkled with mischief and secret knowledge.

To honor you, I take the time to appreciate everyone I love,
I know now there is no guarantee of days or hours spent in their presence.

To honor you, I listen to music you would have liked,
And sing at the top of my lungs, with the windows rolled down.

To honor you, I take chances, say what I feel, hold nothing back,
Risk making a fool of myself, dance every dance.
You were my light, my heart, my gift of love, from the very highest source.

So everyday, I vow to make a difference, share a smile, live, laugh and love.
Now I live for us both, so all I do, I do to honor you. 


Author Unknown

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Happy Easter Sara  / Mom

Dear Sara,

Easter was difficult this year. Not only were we missing you as always, but Amy had to stay up at college so we missed her also. It was very hard for Laura because she missed her sisters so much. But at least we were able to talk to Amy on the phone. Oh, how I wish heaven had a phone number so I could call you. I so need to talk to you, to hear your voice. On days like today I know I should be full of hope but it is so very hard. Instead I am full of sadness, longing just to see you, hear you, hug you. It's been way too long and I feel as if you are so far away. Every day that goes by feels like an eternity without you in it. Sometimes I come so close to pulling out the old videos with you in them just so I can watch you in action to help bring back all those memories. But then I stop because I am afraid that those memories will hurt too much, that I will not be able to handle my emotions. Someday I will find the strength, and after I watch the videos I will probably feel as if we just had a visit. Sara, I hope your Easter in Heaven is all you want it to be, surrounded by the love of family and friends. Please come visit me soon. PLEASE. I want you to know that today on Easter and every day of my life I live to honor you. Everywhere I go and everything I do is to honor you. I love you my sweet girl. I will see you in Heaven.... Close

I'LL BE THERE  / David

I'LL BE THERE


Daddy please don't look so sad
Momma please don't cry
Cause I am in the arms of Jesus
and he sings my lullabies

Please, try not to question God,
don't think he is unkind.
Don't think He sent me to you,
and then He changed His mind

You see, I am a special child
and I'm needed up above
I'm the special gift you gave Him
the product of your Love

I'll always be there with you
and watch the sky at night.
Find the brightest star that's gleaming
That's my halo's brilliant light

You'll see me in the morning frost
that mists your window pane.
Thats me, in the summer showers,
I'll be dancing in the rain

When you feel a little breeze,
from a gentle wind that blows.
That's me, I'll be there
planting a kiss on your nose.

When you see a child playing,
and your heart feels a little tug
That's me, I'll be there,
Giving your heart a hug.

So daddy, Please don't look so sad,
momma don't you cry.
I'm in the arms of Jesus,
and He sings me lullabies.

Unknown Author

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Sunshine Smile  / Aunt June And Uncle Mike
As time goes on we pray to God that heavy hearts be light.
We think and cry and try so hard and use all of our might.
Our thoughts are with you every day and keep you with us so.
Our love for you is stronger yet and can not let you go.
So happy birthday sweetest child and miss you much we do.
And help our hearts be filled with love that Sara always knew.


                               Aunt June and Uncle Mike.

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Happy Birthday to a sweet angel  / Amanda (Callum &. Shea's Mom)
What a sweet and beautiful girl Sara is.  I am so sorry that she is not hear with you physically to celebrate her birthday.  Please know that many people are thinking of you, and Sara, on this very hard day.  I hope that you will be able to have some moments of peace today as you reflect on all the gifts that Sara has given you.  Even though we must all walk our own paths through grief, know that you are not alone, and there are many people who wish to keep Sara's memory alive forever.  Thank you for sharing your precious memories of Sara with us.  Close

Hey Sweetie  / Bianca Fichtel (old friend )
Hey kiddo, its been awhile since i've been on here. Im sure you're up there doing good. And i'm sure you heard about Travis and Jackie. I bet you're all partying up there. I miss you guys.  I was just on his page. it's hard you know? i loved him so much. you know how we were. you were the one who hooked us up in the 6th grade. Well we've been together since. But now he's gone. so do me a huge favor please, and take care of him. Well i hope you're doing good. Christmas is coming up and i hope you get everythin g you've ever wanted. I got my scholarship letter in the mail today. I start college in New york next year. i'm moving up there in a couple of months. i was supposed to be going with Travis but lifes got a funny way of doing things you really dont want sometimes. I guess you never really know when God's guna take someone you love. I'm having a nefew today.... His name's going to Andres Martinez Jr. I'm sure you know what im going throguh right now. I'm not gunna make it public. But it's hard with out having Travis around now. i have to do everything on my own. I moved out awhile ago so Travis and I were paying bills on our own. But im moving in with my cousin in new york. i got excepted into Columbia. That's great huh? well ma i hope you're ok up there. and take care of my man ok? love you! big hugs and kisses! o and hey! Tell him i'm ok and both of you keep smiling for me ok? and tell Jackie i'm sorry for whatt happened to her. None of you deserved what happened to each of you. but i love all of you. Rest in peace ma. and try not to party too hard with out me! see you soon.
love you guys!
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I miss you!!  / Chelsea Sanz (Friend)
Hey Sara, Sure has been a while and I can't even begin to explain to you how much I have missed you. I keep you in my prayers everyday. Today was a horrible day for me. I again was faced with the unexplainable pain of losing yet another very dear friend. Sara I now come to you in hopes that you will watch over him. I know that you are one of the most pure, loving and helpful people G-d has ever put on this planet and I know that you will watch over a new Angel. His name is Zeek. I wish that I could have had a chance to have been your friend longer but I still look back at that summer of 2003 that I met you and I still believe that it was the best summer of my life. I truly cherished your friendship and enjoyed our memories immensly. I know your busy up in heaven so I will talk to you soon. I miss you so much. Love Always, Chels Close

I'm very very sorry  / Amanda Acosta

I am really sorry for what happen to your daughter. i wish my parents would see your daughters video and website, so they would understand an get rid of our 4 atvs that i hardly ride anymore. i am only 14 years old and now after reading what happen to sara made me realize that i should of never begged my dad to buy me those atv's and what really made me think the most is that now im afraid of getting seriously hurt in an accident.  all i wanted to say is that sara is now with god and she will always be looking down at you and smiling like always. I AM TRULY SORRY!!!

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Rest in Peace  / Joanne (none)

I know I've come to this site once before to light a candle for Sara. Looking at todays newspaper picture  brought back memories of last year. I wondered why and how such a beautiful young girl could pass in such a tragic way. God had  plans for Sara and He needed a special angel. May the family find comfort and peace during this time.

Joanne

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SILENT PRAYER  / David

Silent Prayer

I look up into the Heavens
And I say a silent prayer
Jesus hold her for me
Since I'm still not there

Hold her with the tenderness
Of this Mother's love
Kiss her sweet cheek
She's all I'm thinking of

Tell her that I miss her
As each birthday comes and goes
Call her by the pet name
Only this mother knows

Sing to her the lullabies
That soothed her off to sleep
Let her see my smiling face
I promise not to weep

Tell her that I love her still 
And one day I'll be there
To hold her in my arms again
She's in my every prayer

Hold my Angel on her birthday
With one more small request
Let her know through her love
I was truly blessed

by: ded/nana5

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Sara / Chris Owens (None)
I can't tell you in words how sorry I am for your loss.  I don't know your faimly, but your website and story has struck my heart with great pain.

My wife and I only have one son that the lord has blessed us with.  The first day of his life he had to have surgery and we almost lost him 3 days later.  The pain I felt then is similar to the pain I feel for your loss.

I am glad to read your comments about seeing her in heaven.  I could not have made it through almost lossing my child with out the Lord.

I can see in your pictures that you loved Sara.  You were blessed to have had her for the years that you did.

My condolances and prayers go out to your faimly and her friends.

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I Am So Glad You Were Created  / David (none)
I Am So Glad You Were Created

The day you came to be,
The heavens wept with sorrow,
The flowers wept for joy,
Their tears mingled 
And became a rainbow.

Everywhere your feet have carried you
You have brought color
From the palette of your heart;
The little pincels of your soul have brushed and stroked
countless spirits

Today is all about you.
We look upon this day with happiness
Because you came to be
Because you have shared all that you are with the world
I am so glad you were created.
Happy Birthday

by: Claudia

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SMILING FACES  / David (none)
SMILING FACES

The face that glows with warmth and happiness
The eyes that sparkle and twinkle with glee
The smile that reaches from ear to ear
Be it man, woman or child
for the happiness that bring beauty
comes not from the outside
but radiates from the soul within.

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I'm so sorry  / Cynthia Durgin (none)
Hi, I don't know your family but I wanted to offer my condolences after looking at your daughter's memorial site.  She was a beautiful girl, and I 'm so sorry she died in an accident like that.  I'm sure you miss her very much, but be sure that God is taking excellent care of her now until you meet again.

FYI, I was looking at these websites for my best friend who recently lost her son to colon cancer.  

God bless,

Sincerely,
Cynthia Durgin
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Just passing by...  / Yolanda Anderson
Dear Cathy,

Just want to let you know I have been thinking of you and I visit Sara's site often. I also want to thank you again for sharing your journey and your beautiful daughter. May you find peace and comfort in your heart through all the memories of precious Sara. As you know, she is very much alive in spirit and with you always. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family always.

Love,
Yolanda

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Poem written for Sara...  / David



SARA ROSE

Sara Rose is so many things.
An Angelic child, the dream of dreams.
She graced this world for all to admire
An Angel of God meant to inspire.

A compassionate child, with witty ways.
A Gift from God, some would say
A spirit so beautiful, and to us he bestowed.
Too pure for this world, and so it was so.

Heaven is Beautiful, and Beauty comprised.
And you've seen Heaven if you looked in her eyes.
A glimpse of Heaven and spritual peace
Very Special to Heaven and God's masterpiece.

I hope you like it. Have a great day and God bless.

David 

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memories last a lifetime  / Nella (visitor)
With the loss of a loved one, it is hard to deal,
It seems like a dream-- this can't be ...
One moment they're here; the next, they're gone.
They now live in our hearts and hearts do go on...

Keep alive the good times shared,
For no others shall ever be compared...
To those we miss so much,
And by whom we've all been touched...

They made us laugh; they made us cry;
Within our hearts, they shall never die...
They keep us going; they keep a smile on our face,
Because they've gone on, gone on to a better place,

A place in which they'll feel no pain.
No one's at fault; no one's to blame...
Everything has a purpose; there is reason for it all.
Sometimes at night, I can still hear them call...

They say they are fine, and, "don't be blue,
‘Cause someday soon we'll be with you...
Together again, like the times before,
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