| Location | Dublin Ireland |
| Age | 0 |
| Date of Birth | 8/2006 |
| Date of Death | 8/2006 |
| Visitors | 7,345 since 01/10/2006 |
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My name is Dina , Niall and I had decided what our future was to be we where buying a house and I
fell pregnant and we where so excited we had a few disapproving words as we are not married but we
didn't care, I hated being pregnant but how I miss it now, I was sick from day 1, very bad back
pain couldn't walk some days , and like everyone's 1st pregnancy I didn't know what
came next was this pain labour was this normal , I had everyone's head done in with all my
questions and panic attacks,besides all that I had a healthy pregnancy,Niall wanted a boy I
didn't mind but he wished and wished he reckoned all little girls need a older brother for
protection. which I found funny he has 4 older sisters and he is the eldest boy.
I was due 10th august 2006 and counted the hours I felt so fat and I was in extreme pain with
pressure on my pelvic bone . I cried and cried all I wanted was my body back I felt really selfish
but didn't care I finally went into labour 8.45 PM left the house texting all on the way, 45
min later telling them the doctors couldn't find a heart beat,we were in shock I suppose. I
rang mam and his mother as cam and told them the news,
I asked the nurses could I have a c section and I was told no , I couldn't believe it I though
that is disgraceful you should have some consideration and not make me go ahead with the labour but
no I remember thinking I have a dead thing in me get it out. now I feel terrible that I could think
such a thing but I was in shock ,it still doesn't ease that guilt. I finally gave birth at 8.10
am to William 8lb 8oz and 57 cm long he was huge I couldn't bring myself to look at him or hold
him I was hurting so much and I felt so bad for my Niall all I could see was his pain and tears I
kept apologising how bad of a person was I couldn't protect my baby iv let everyone down. the
next day I finally could look at him and touch him we had a naming mass for him it was lovely, but I
still couldn't hold him but this time it was because I new I would never let him go. I do think
what kind of person am I not being able to hold my child but I know he forgives me. Its still very
early days for me the pain is getting worse and my poor Niall is trying to be so strong but I can
see his pain is just as bad as mine.
Name - William means protector
Star Sign - Leo the lion playfull,stuburn,charming
Birthstone -Peridot
On the 4th December 2006 I miscarried our 2nd child who we nick named our little bean. I was 10
weeks gone, This is another devastating loss for us but once again Niall is my rock.
On the 5th Of April 2008 I misscarried our 3rd child our little bambeano , I was 5 weeks gone
devastated, It was another kick in the teeth while down it is amazing from the work positive how you
plan the rest of your life andf to have your dreams taken away for a 3rd time is hard to accept.
I have wrote a little poem.
Our three little angles, so loved so wanted so terribly missed
Everyday a wish is wished your names are spoken a tear is cried
Our beautiful little baby’s we long to have you near .
Until that day our two little angles will wish to have you near
The world will know your names and that you did exist and we will all shed a tear and a smile for
our two beautiful little angles who almost made it here
This pome was wrote for us from william by andy
To Mammy and Daddy,
How great it was to be loved,
I thought as I swam within you,
All the times your hands caressed me,
And I listened to you both coo,
I felt your warmth and tenderness,
As I kicked and bashed at you,
I herd you laugh wholeheartedly,
As you talked the whole night through,
The time we spent together ,
Was short,
I felt it too ,
But rest assured my mum and dad,
Your love for me came through,
That’s why Ill never leave you,
Our thoughts will be as one,
Although my body leaves this earth,
Ill always be your son,
So mum and dad,
This is not goodbye,
But just a fond adieu ,
Do not cry with sadness ,
But remember my time with you,
Hold on to the love,
We shared together,
And God will see you through
Thanks, Dina
Hi Dina
Read your message to me this evening on the Rollercoaster site so had to swing by. Your little one reminds me very much of our Joseph. Amazing how they just look like they are sleeping isn't it? Maybe they are keeping each other company wherever they are right now. I'm sure it's a far better place than this. They deserve nothing less. I hope the site is a comfort to you. It is a great idea. Keep it going!
All the best.
Debbie
a precious child
hi dina
as i was reading your website, i was bursting in tears and i know there are no right words to comfort you...i can feel you're pain cause i've going through this one as well...
your little angel will always be in your hearts and is now looking after you...keep on talking to him cause he can hear you...he's actually drying the tears in your eyes and is crying with you too...
don't blame yourself for what happened, from what i've learned on my experience, this is something that we don't have any control of, its just meant to happen for whatever reason no one knows...just like you william wants to stay with you as well. if only love can save our angels they would still be here...
just thought of sharing this song to you
PRECIOUS CHILD
Words and Music by Karen Taylor-Good
In my dreams, you are alive and well
Precious child, precious child
In my mind, I see you clear as a bell
Precious child, precious child
In my soul, there is a hole
That can never be filled
But in my heart, there is hope
'Cause you are with me still
In my heart, you live on
Always there never gone
Precious child, you left too soon
Tho' it may be true that we're apart
You will live forever... in my heart
In my plans, I was the first to leave
Precious child, precious child
But in this world, I was left here to grieve
Precious child, my precious child
In my soul, there is a hole
That can never be filled
But in my heart there is hope
And you are with me still
In my heart you live on
Always there, never gone
Precious child, you left too soon,
Tho' it may be true that we're apart
You will live forever... in my heart
God knows I want to hold you,
See you, touch you
And maybe there's a heaven
And someday I will again
Please know you are not forgotten until then
In my heart you live on
Always there never gone
Precious child, you left too soon
Tho' it may be true that we're apart
You will live forever... in my heart
if you want to listen to this here's the website:
http://www.compassionatefriends.org/precious_child.htm
feel free to email me anytime...
a big hug to you
Thinking of you.
Dina and Niall,
We were so sorry to hear that you'd lost baby William. This surely is every parents worst nightmare. We were so sorry that we couldn't be there with you at the time, but even though we weren't there in person, you were always in our thoughts. You have shown in the last 2 months what a strong loving couple you are, you are both a great support to each other and are a credit to William. He's in heaven now with Bill and they're both watching over you and will help you through this terrible time in your lives. We've all seen how hard this has been on you and can only offer our love and support to you always and forever.
Love Nick.
Little Angel William
Hi Dina and Niall
I'm over from Rollercoaster and wanted to let you know that William is absolutely adorable and both of you should be so proud of yourselves. This is such a terrible time for the both of you, been there myself. When I gave birth to my little girl I couldn't look at her or hold her either. I later realised that this was a natural response, wanting to protect myself from the hurt. Do not berate yourself for this, it is natural.
Every day will get a little easier although it doesn't feel that way at the moment. Some day soon you will even smile when you think of him rather than cry, though in my case, I have still have my alone time when I do have a good cry for my little girl.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. William has not gone far, he's only gone home.
Love Amanda xxxx
you gave us an angel.
niall and dina,
This memorial site to william is such a lovely idea, i remember the phone call, my younger yet bigger brother was going to be a daddy, but i knew already ( dina you know why , no drinking no smoking done everything right from day one)you denied it but i knew ! you both went through the pregnancy , glowing with your feet stuck to the ground and so much together. niall had found some one to love him ( not at all like mammy ) but some one who adores him and looks after him just as much , niall found his girl proberly found feelings he never felt until he met you dina . i know now i have feelings that ive never had before i have met an angel i was given the chance to hold him to kiss him to rub him to talk to him and to spend time with him , ask me what he looked like i cant tell you he was so amazin so small so georgeous so perfect . Small ,yet he made his mark no one will ever ever forget him we all know he is looking down on us, our little angel , yet so big to make such an impact on all our lives . you both brought him into our lives an angel , I never thought i had one before now ive no doubt that i do . stay strong for each other dont feel guilty at all ,you ve given your selves a beautiful son ,us a beautiful granson, nephew and cousin we re here for you both always not a day goes by when we dont think or pray for the 3 of you , Baby william will always be cherished by you and us and never ever forgotten he will always hold a special place in our family xxxx
Wonderful Baby William
Sweetest William, you have left your footprints on my heart, you will be missed more than words could ever say. x x x
No baby has ever been more loved and cherised by his wonderful parents, Dina and Niall, you have been so brave at the loss of your little boy, your beautiful angel up in heaven is watching over you both.
* Williams' little star will shine brightly for eternity *
Lots of love, Cli x x
god bless your little baby
Dina i know how you feel sweetie, i held my daughter when she died i wouldnt let anyone else hold her or touch her, i held her for 12 hours and eventually fell asleep and then they took her off me, i would do anything for one more cuddle with my daughter.
My heart bleeds for you sweetie this is so raw to you, i am still in so much pain but i am learning to cope with it now.
If you ever need a hat e mail me through Elenors site
All the best for you and your family in all you do
Lynette xxxx
A special little Baby Boy with very special Parents
Dina & Niall,
I wanted to let you know that this memorial site to William is such a lovely idea. It helps us all express our heartbreak and sadness at what has happened to the 3 of you and maybe one day it will give you some comfort to know how much we all care. But our sadness and heartache can't compare with yours. I can't even imagine the heartache that both yourself and Niall feel and if any of us could take that away, we would.
Seeing you, hearing you, being with you, reading your account of things and your feelings through everything, I know there is no worse pain. Your reactions and how you feel, the shock, the guilt, must be completely normal in what has to be the worse thing that any parent could ever suffer. But please try not to feel guilty.
Baby William is loved by his parents more than any other baby I know. I can sense your pride in him in every word you say of him, and he knows that too.
The two of you have been so strong and brave in all of this and I know that baby William is willing his Mammy and Daddy along and making you stronger. I know that he is as proud of you as you are of him.
He has both your likeness, a gorgeous gorgeous baby. You are always in our hearts, our thoughts and our prayers. And Baby William will always be a special little baby to us and hold a very special place in our family.
With lots of love xxx
My Wish
If we could have a lifetime wish,
A dream that would come true,
We would pray to god with all our hearts
For yesterday and you.
A thousand words cant bring you back
we know cause we've tried,
Neither will a thousand tears
We know cause we've cried.
You left behind our broken hearts
And happy memories too
But we never wanted memories
We only wanted you
William Niall Burke your in our hearts
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