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Saying Goodbye Without Saying Hello
The journey of pregnancy brings hope, joy, and love for the expecting mother. The hope of giving birth to a new life. The joy of feeling this new life grow inside of her. The love that starts with a test that doesn’t ever end. Dreams for the unborn child flood the new mother’s mind, as well as those around her. Each step of the pregnancy is a cherished moment. The anticipation of meeting her cherished baby builds from the very first month and ends after birth.
This is the story of one mother and how a few words changed her life forever. How a piece of her faded when she heard these words: “There’s no heartbeat.” When RaeBeth Buda laid in the hospital in labor, she and her husband heard those dreaded words.
What happens when all of those dreams are shattered in a moment’s notice? How does one cope with the loss of their child? This is the story of their journey and of the devastating grief of the loss of her daughter, Dakota Emily Buda.
This is the story of one mother and how a few words changed her life forever. How a piece of her faded when she heard these words: “There’s no heartbeat.” When RaeBeth Buda laid in the hospital in labor, she and her husband heard those dreaded words.
What happens when all of those dreams are shattered in a moment’s notice? How does one cope with the loss of their child? This is the story of their journey and of the devastating grief of the loss of her daughter, Dakota Emily Buda.
230 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 15, 2013
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RaeBeth McGee-Buda
9 books153 followersRae-Beth McGee-Buda resides in the rolling hills of Fairview, West Virginia with her husband, daughter, and son.
She’s been writing in some form her entire life, but loving young sister, Audra McGee noticed her talent and gave her the reassurance she needed to start her writing career. After many months of deliberation, Rae-Beth decided to trust her sister's word and expand her short story into what we all know and love as The Silenced Series.
Rae-Beth is a mother to an angel in Heaven...Miss Dakota, whom she honored in Saying Goodbye Without Saying Hello. Her goal for her books is to inspire and give hope. She is a Christian author, who firmly believes in God and incorporates her faith into some of her work.
She’s been writing in some form her entire life, but loving young sister, Audra McGee noticed her talent and gave her the reassurance she needed to start her writing career. After many months of deliberation, Rae-Beth decided to trust her sister's word and expand her short story into what we all know and love as The Silenced Series.
Rae-Beth is a mother to an angel in Heaven...Miss Dakota, whom she honored in Saying Goodbye Without Saying Hello. Her goal for her books is to inspire and give hope. She is a Christian author, who firmly believes in God and incorporates her faith into some of her work.
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October 15, 2013
What is there to say about a book like this that is based on a true story and tugs on your heart strings.
I was given this book to beta-read, now I knew this was going to be a read of the journey that the author took with her angel daughter Dakota. But I didn't know the pain I would feel for her, or the anger I would feel for her. I started reading this book at 9:00 at night and I did not finish until 12:22 a.m. I could not put this book down. I was going through tissues like it was nothing.
We start with how Raebeth meets her husband, their wedding, and how she became pregnant. Which I think is amazing how Dakota came to be. Then we continue on this journey of doctors appointments, and you can feel how Raebeth is feeling during these times. Because if you have ever been pregnant then you know how anxious and excited you are to see your little one on the monitor or hear the heartbeat. When you continue reading you learn of how her doctor seems okay with certain things that were going on, and when I read this I felt anger even though Raebeth didn't. I wanted to shake the doctor and say keep an eye on her, and this baby. I also wanted to say to Raebeth go with your gut, go to a different doctor please. Now these were things I wanted to say because I know the outcome of this story. Only I didn't think it was going to be so heartbreaking, I literally cried and cried, and when I stop crying because I saw the faith that Raebeth and her family had. I would end up crying again because something else would touch my heart. No mother, father, should ever have to bury their little one before their time. I can not imagine the pain that Raebeth and her family has gone through being a reader I wanted to take all this pain away from this author. I truly didn't think it was fair to her to go through something like this. You also get pictures within the story that makes it much more real than words on the page. And the day in the hospital that was the day that no one should have had to deal with, I have no words to express.
Now there was a part besides the doctor where I was angry because of the way this person was treating Raebeth and her husband. She made it out to be all about her and not Dakota. I am glad Raebeth stood up to her and said something, even though it was hard for her to do it being as the next day was a day she never wanted to do.
There is a poem well different poems, but the way that Raebeth's cousin wrote the poem and delivered at the grave site was so very very beautiful. I could feel the love that her cousin Maggie put into the poem. Now my heart went out to not only Raebeth but to her daughter who seems like a very sweet and intelligent girl. The questions she asked I know had to be hard to answer because what can you say? It sucks big time for a sibling to get so happy about something only to have it taken away it seems like in a blink of an eye.
This is a journey that no one wants to take, and no one should have to. But it happens and it always seems to happen to those that are good people. And for those that have not experienced anything like this, you should still give it a read. Your heart will break, you feel happy, you will find a bit of faith that everything is going to work out. If you have experienced something like this, then you have to read it, because I believe it will help you with everything you are going through because someone has been through it and there is a light at the end of the tunnel even though it may not seem like it at first.
At the end of this story, I got up dried my eyes and blew my nose for what seemed like the millionth time. Went into both of my children's room and I gave them hugs and kisses I even watched them sleep for a minute. Then I got down and I prayed to God to start the healing process for Raebeth and her family, and I prayed that they would be blessed with their rainbow baby sooner than later and give them someone so healthy because they went through a trial and made it out to the end and kept their faith.
Please go and pick up this book.
I was given this book to beta-read, now I knew this was going to be a read of the journey that the author took with her angel daughter Dakota. But I didn't know the pain I would feel for her, or the anger I would feel for her. I started reading this book at 9:00 at night and I did not finish until 12:22 a.m. I could not put this book down. I was going through tissues like it was nothing.
We start with how Raebeth meets her husband, their wedding, and how she became pregnant. Which I think is amazing how Dakota came to be. Then we continue on this journey of doctors appointments, and you can feel how Raebeth is feeling during these times. Because if you have ever been pregnant then you know how anxious and excited you are to see your little one on the monitor or hear the heartbeat. When you continue reading you learn of how her doctor seems okay with certain things that were going on, and when I read this I felt anger even though Raebeth didn't. I wanted to shake the doctor and say keep an eye on her, and this baby. I also wanted to say to Raebeth go with your gut, go to a different doctor please. Now these were things I wanted to say because I know the outcome of this story. Only I didn't think it was going to be so heartbreaking, I literally cried and cried, and when I stop crying because I saw the faith that Raebeth and her family had. I would end up crying again because something else would touch my heart. No mother, father, should ever have to bury their little one before their time. I can not imagine the pain that Raebeth and her family has gone through being a reader I wanted to take all this pain away from this author. I truly didn't think it was fair to her to go through something like this. You also get pictures within the story that makes it much more real than words on the page. And the day in the hospital that was the day that no one should have had to deal with, I have no words to express.
Now there was a part besides the doctor where I was angry because of the way this person was treating Raebeth and her husband. She made it out to be all about her and not Dakota. I am glad Raebeth stood up to her and said something, even though it was hard for her to do it being as the next day was a day she never wanted to do.
There is a poem well different poems, but the way that Raebeth's cousin wrote the poem and delivered at the grave site was so very very beautiful. I could feel the love that her cousin Maggie put into the poem. Now my heart went out to not only Raebeth but to her daughter who seems like a very sweet and intelligent girl. The questions she asked I know had to be hard to answer because what can you say? It sucks big time for a sibling to get so happy about something only to have it taken away it seems like in a blink of an eye.
This is a journey that no one wants to take, and no one should have to. But it happens and it always seems to happen to those that are good people. And for those that have not experienced anything like this, you should still give it a read. Your heart will break, you feel happy, you will find a bit of faith that everything is going to work out. If you have experienced something like this, then you have to read it, because I believe it will help you with everything you are going through because someone has been through it and there is a light at the end of the tunnel even though it may not seem like it at first.
At the end of this story, I got up dried my eyes and blew my nose for what seemed like the millionth time. Went into both of my children's room and I gave them hugs and kisses I even watched them sleep for a minute. Then I got down and I prayed to God to start the healing process for Raebeth and her family, and I prayed that they would be blessed with their rainbow baby sooner than later and give them someone so healthy because they went through a trial and made it out to the end and kept their faith.
Please go and pick up this book.
October 26, 2013
Goodness gracious,I don't know how RaeBeth wrote this book.It must have taken much strength to get through it because it had me crying for most of the story.I don't usually read non~fiction books but when RaeBeth announced she was writing Dakota's story I was eager to read it. I was on facebook that day and remember all to well getting the notification about Dakota.We all said out condolences and tried to give encouraging words knowing we couldn't possibly understand their pain.Prayer were sent up for this lovely family who was in so much pain.I have watch RaeBeth this past few months and has been amazed at her faith.It gives me strength to her holding on to the Lord so hard after going through worst than I have ever gone through and knowing if she can persevere in light of such a loss then surely I can preserve through my hardships that can't even compare to hers.It was an honor to read through her journey and believe those who have such a loss as this would gain strength by reading it and those who haven't had this experience would gain a glimpse of what Angel Parents go through and would be encouraged to love each day thankful for what they have.And also know whatever we go through,if we lean on God He will get us through. (The night after I read Saying Goodbye Without Saying Hello,I woke up early in the morning with this on my mind.) I don't for one minute think that God orchestrated her passing,that claim belongs solely to Satan But he didn't win because God took her soul to Heaven and she is in His arms enjoying love,peace and joy that Satan can only dreaming of never having. Satan wanted to break RaeBeth but apparently he forgot the verse: All things work together for the good of those who love the Lord, to then who are called unto His purpose Romans 8:28. RaeBeth may have been down for the count from such a blow but he did not break her,he did not destroy her as he sought to do.No the Victory belongs to God and RaeBeth. She is resilient,she stomped on Satan's head and put him under her feet where he belongs. I believe everyone who reads this book,Dakota's blog,the reviews for the book,and her facebook page will be touched by the Light of God that shines through RaeBeth. I also pray and believe God will give them their Rainbow baby.
October 28, 2013
This is a true story, told by a mother who has lost her child due to stillbirth.
I am not a huge reader of non-fiction, but I had read (fiction) books by this author previously, and when I heard that she was writing this story, I knew that I was in for an emotional ride. I have never had a child, so I could not fully comprehend what someone who has, feels when they are expecting. The excitement and joy at finding out that you are to be a parent is something I may never get to find out, but many women do. This story takes the reader on a journey of wonder, excitement, happiness, joy, worry, dread and grief. I had to keep putting this book down to dab at the tears streaming down my face, but I also had to keep reading. This story had me feeling everything the author felt at each stage of her pregnancy. Although I cannot fully comprehend the emotional merry-go-round that this author (and other parents) have gone through, I felt my heart break whilst reading Dakota Emily's story.
What struck me about RaeBeth McGee Buda was that she was obviously grieving for her daughter, Dakota Emily Buda, whilst writing this story. Her heart and emotions are bared on the page for everyone to see. What astounds me is her inner strength, which filled me with awe! Her faith that her daughter was sent here by God for a short time, touched me deeply.
Why things like miscarriage, S.I.D.S (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) and stillbirths happen is still a bit of a medical mystery. Why? is a good question. Why does this still happen when we have better medical care? Why do some children die, when others survive? Maybe there is a rhyme and/or a reason for this, but it is elusive. All we have is faith; faith that those who are taken away too soon, will be waiting for us when it's our time. However, sometimes faith is cold comfort for those parents who have lost a child. My heart goes out to each and every one who have lost their child/children.
I highly recommend that this book be read by everyone. It is an emotive story, but if you or one of your family members has also suffered through the loss of a child, you will find that you are not alone. - Lynn Worton
I am not a huge reader of non-fiction, but I had read (fiction) books by this author previously, and when I heard that she was writing this story, I knew that I was in for an emotional ride. I have never had a child, so I could not fully comprehend what someone who has, feels when they are expecting. The excitement and joy at finding out that you are to be a parent is something I may never get to find out, but many women do. This story takes the reader on a journey of wonder, excitement, happiness, joy, worry, dread and grief. I had to keep putting this book down to dab at the tears streaming down my face, but I also had to keep reading. This story had me feeling everything the author felt at each stage of her pregnancy. Although I cannot fully comprehend the emotional merry-go-round that this author (and other parents) have gone through, I felt my heart break whilst reading Dakota Emily's story.
What struck me about RaeBeth McGee Buda was that she was obviously grieving for her daughter, Dakota Emily Buda, whilst writing this story. Her heart and emotions are bared on the page for everyone to see. What astounds me is her inner strength, which filled me with awe! Her faith that her daughter was sent here by God for a short time, touched me deeply.
Why things like miscarriage, S.I.D.S (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) and stillbirths happen is still a bit of a medical mystery. Why? is a good question. Why does this still happen when we have better medical care? Why do some children die, when others survive? Maybe there is a rhyme and/or a reason for this, but it is elusive. All we have is faith; faith that those who are taken away too soon, will be waiting for us when it's our time. However, sometimes faith is cold comfort for those parents who have lost a child. My heart goes out to each and every one who have lost their child/children.
I highly recommend that this book be read by everyone. It is an emotive story, but if you or one of your family members has also suffered through the loss of a child, you will find that you are not alone. - Lynn Worton
November 30, 2013
I was brought to tears with this book, I did not expect to be moved the way I was but I cried so hard, especially at the part where they had to tell their daughter Emma about her baby sister going to live with Jesus. It was heart wrenching and I cannot imagine what this author and more importantly this mother has gone through.
I followed her pregnancy like many others on Facebook did. I have been a fan of Raebeth for a while now, when I first read her Silenced series, I fell in love with her and her writing skills. I was so happy for her to be having another baby to share the love that she carries with her at all times with, She is one of the most amazing ladies and we can all see her strength and love now through this book.
I followed her pregnancy like many others on Facebook did. I have been a fan of Raebeth for a while now, when I first read her Silenced series, I fell in love with her and her writing skills. I was so happy for her to be having another baby to share the love that she carries with her at all times with, She is one of the most amazing ladies and we can all see her strength and love now through this book.
October 18, 2013
This is SUCH an amazing story of losing your child. Being an angel mommy myself I just wanted to reach through the pages and hug Raebeth, this is SUCH a poingnant, brutally honest, heartfelt story. I couldn't put it down. Raebeth tells the story truthfully from her point of view and shares all her feelings and thoughts with you. It's just an amazing amazing book.
May 25, 2014
A highly emotional read.
INITIAL THOUGHTS
Approaching this book I totally admit to wondering if I will read it all, or what it will be like reading it but I Really want to read this one both for the blog tour and myself. This is a subject very close to my heart.
MY REVIEW
I was given a free e-copy of this book from the author via Sparkle Book Tours in exchange for my honest review of it. I have seen two different covers for this book, the one I featured I feel after reading the book is the one the author would want to show most. The cover shows a depiction of "heaven" up in the fluffy white clouds and has had an image of Dakota laced on one of the clouds as an angel. I think this is a comforting image to think of if you have lost a child. The other cover features a pregnant so perhaps more suitable to those who may find themselves disturbed or offended by the cover image above perhaps not wishing to know how similar a still born child can and does look like a healthy one.
The is quite simply put a true real life account of something that happened to the author Raebeth, and her family. It acquaint us with how Raebeth and her husband Greg met, then the birth of their first daughter Emma. Then it explains Raebeth's second pregnancy, the joy at feeling the baby movements that she was feeling for a second time. There's the doctors concerns about the weight of the baby, followed with his affirmation that the baby is fine and doing well. I'm trying to be reserved in the details as I think you really need to discover them via the book. To summarise when Raebeth goes into labour, there's a problem when the nurses start to try and monitor the baby, they cannot find a heartbeat. The medics tell Raebeth and her husband the devastating news that their beloved little baby has in fact dies within Raebeth's womb. Then to make matters seem even more horrific Raebeth has to go through a natural labour, in the same way every pregnant does. She has to deliver her baby as if she were alive. Raebeth recounts all this to the reader within the book. Raebeth is so detailed and eloquent in the way she includes the reader in her innermost thoughts and emotions. Raebeth also explains the feelings and what her family did and said when learning the news. Raebeth gives details of what the hospital do for her and her baby girl Dakota. They have some one take photographs and take hand and feet casts as keepsakes for Raebeth and her family. We also learn other peoples views on what and how they think Raebeth, Greg, Emma and the family should be. How they should mourn, grieve and even how they should or should not speak of Dakota. Somewhat petty jealousies come to the fore when they are the last thing that Raebeth and her family need. The book enlightened me to have differently hospitals can handle such a situation. One thing that irked me a little whilst reading the book was a comment by Raebeth being annoyed about someone likening her loss to that of a miscarriage. I'd just like to say on one hand I totally understand , she held her child, early miscarriages cannot do that as the child is not fully formed etc. However some miscarriages are quite similar to the experience Raebeth went through. I do know this from personal experience. I "miscarried" at 22.5 weeks through my pregnancy, and had to give birth in a pretty much the same way as Raebeth. Had I waited to "give birth" another few weeks the event would have been recorded on my medical record and legally classed as a "still birth". I too held my baby son, though the hospital I was in did not provide any photographs or memento's at all. I think my reaction to her Miscarriage vs Stillbirth comment irked me so much as I feel the medics need to update their terminolgy perhaps to reflect the loss a parent feels. I did initially feel Raebeth was in some way be-littling miscarriage but upon reading further and having the experience of talking to her online I believe this not to be the actual true case. The way the book is written is both admirable and exceptional. It is a brave thing that Raebeth has done sharing her innermost thoughts and feelings with the reader. I felt like she was actually having a conversation with me rather than my reading her book. It is so well written, it's as if you are hearing her voice putting everything in to plain words we all know not a load of medical jargon that could just go over our heads. I am both pleased and honoured that Raebeth chose to write this book and I was given it to read it. My review feels quite inadequate in it's description of this book and what it contains.
My normal sum up does not suffice for this book as how can I say I "enjoyed" a book about a stillbirth? Enjoyed is not the right wording, though I do feel hopeful in the way Raebeth was treat at the hospital she delivered Dakota in. Though I do share her hate of the ward/room "it" all happened in. All I can think of as a sum up is that Raebeth shares her story beautifully, and I think it could be found helpful to other women who have similar experiences, to know they are not alone, that life goes on and that it's okay to smile and laugh again when you are ready to.
INITIAL THOUGHTS
Approaching this book I totally admit to wondering if I will read it all, or what it will be like reading it but I Really want to read this one both for the blog tour and myself. This is a subject very close to my heart.
MY REVIEW
I was given a free e-copy of this book from the author via Sparkle Book Tours in exchange for my honest review of it. I have seen two different covers for this book, the one I featured I feel after reading the book is the one the author would want to show most. The cover shows a depiction of "heaven" up in the fluffy white clouds and has had an image of Dakota laced on one of the clouds as an angel. I think this is a comforting image to think of if you have lost a child. The other cover features a pregnant so perhaps more suitable to those who may find themselves disturbed or offended by the cover image above perhaps not wishing to know how similar a still born child can and does look like a healthy one.
The is quite simply put a true real life account of something that happened to the author Raebeth, and her family. It acquaint us with how Raebeth and her husband Greg met, then the birth of their first daughter Emma. Then it explains Raebeth's second pregnancy, the joy at feeling the baby movements that she was feeling for a second time. There's the doctors concerns about the weight of the baby, followed with his affirmation that the baby is fine and doing well. I'm trying to be reserved in the details as I think you really need to discover them via the book. To summarise when Raebeth goes into labour, there's a problem when the nurses start to try and monitor the baby, they cannot find a heartbeat. The medics tell Raebeth and her husband the devastating news that their beloved little baby has in fact dies within Raebeth's womb. Then to make matters seem even more horrific Raebeth has to go through a natural labour, in the same way every pregnant does. She has to deliver her baby as if she were alive. Raebeth recounts all this to the reader within the book. Raebeth is so detailed and eloquent in the way she includes the reader in her innermost thoughts and emotions. Raebeth also explains the feelings and what her family did and said when learning the news. Raebeth gives details of what the hospital do for her and her baby girl Dakota. They have some one take photographs and take hand and feet casts as keepsakes for Raebeth and her family. We also learn other peoples views on what and how they think Raebeth, Greg, Emma and the family should be. How they should mourn, grieve and even how they should or should not speak of Dakota. Somewhat petty jealousies come to the fore when they are the last thing that Raebeth and her family need. The book enlightened me to have differently hospitals can handle such a situation. One thing that irked me a little whilst reading the book was a comment by Raebeth being annoyed about someone likening her loss to that of a miscarriage. I'd just like to say on one hand I totally understand , she held her child, early miscarriages cannot do that as the child is not fully formed etc. However some miscarriages are quite similar to the experience Raebeth went through. I do know this from personal experience. I "miscarried" at 22.5 weeks through my pregnancy, and had to give birth in a pretty much the same way as Raebeth. Had I waited to "give birth" another few weeks the event would have been recorded on my medical record and legally classed as a "still birth". I too held my baby son, though the hospital I was in did not provide any photographs or memento's at all. I think my reaction to her Miscarriage vs Stillbirth comment irked me so much as I feel the medics need to update their terminolgy perhaps to reflect the loss a parent feels. I did initially feel Raebeth was in some way be-littling miscarriage but upon reading further and having the experience of talking to her online I believe this not to be the actual true case. The way the book is written is both admirable and exceptional. It is a brave thing that Raebeth has done sharing her innermost thoughts and feelings with the reader. I felt like she was actually having a conversation with me rather than my reading her book. It is so well written, it's as if you are hearing her voice putting everything in to plain words we all know not a load of medical jargon that could just go over our heads. I am both pleased and honoured that Raebeth chose to write this book and I was given it to read it. My review feels quite inadequate in it's description of this book and what it contains.
My normal sum up does not suffice for this book as how can I say I "enjoyed" a book about a stillbirth? Enjoyed is not the right wording, though I do feel hopeful in the way Raebeth was treat at the hospital she delivered Dakota in. Though I do share her hate of the ward/room "it" all happened in. All I can think of as a sum up is that Raebeth shares her story beautifully, and I think it could be found helpful to other women who have similar experiences, to know they are not alone, that life goes on and that it's okay to smile and laugh again when you are ready to.
October 18, 2013
Raebeth is my cousin's wife, so I was familiar with their story and the tragedy that rocked their world. I follow Raebeth on facebook and read her blog when she writes a post about losing Dakota. I thought I was prepared to read this story, and I would fully understand her heartbreak, but I was VERY mistaken. This story is so powerful with emotion that I had to stop reading it. I needed a break from crying and my heart breaking. Raebeth's words describing her raw emotions and pain with losing her daughter without meeting her are incredibly touching. I felt like I was right there with her during her these trying times and this story will captivate you. After my short break from reading, I realized I needed to continue to read about her devastating journey. Please read this book. It will give you an insight to something no one wants to experience with incredible truth and heart. Raebeth's faith and family support is astounding. God bless you guys, and God bless Angel baby Dakota who is definitely running through a field of flowers with Jesus.
November 16, 2013
This book is not only for the mothers of angels, it is for EVERYONE to read!!! It is a true life event of the author, Raebeth McGee-Buda!!! This book takes you to the time before, during, and after her angel baby was brought into this world!!!
This book will only give you a sliver of the devastation of what it is like to lose an angel baby!!!
I personally am a Mom to an angel baby & this book not only brought back my experience, but it also cleared up some difficulties for me personally!!! In reading the book Raebeth asks WHY, why her, out of everyone(the mothers who neglect, abuse, & even nearly kill or kill their babies) it could have happened to WHY her!!! I had these same questions & I thought I was the only one who thought that way, I thought I was just being greedey & mean!!!
I say this book is for everyone because, it has some hidden life lessons that are throughout the book!!! I personally love to read real life experiences in books, & this one was one I HAD to read!!! Pleas pick this book up & read it!!! You will not be sorry that you did I promise!!!
This book will only give you a sliver of the devastation of what it is like to lose an angel baby!!!
I personally am a Mom to an angel baby & this book not only brought back my experience, but it also cleared up some difficulties for me personally!!! In reading the book Raebeth asks WHY, why her, out of everyone(the mothers who neglect, abuse, & even nearly kill or kill their babies) it could have happened to WHY her!!! I had these same questions & I thought I was the only one who thought that way, I thought I was just being greedey & mean!!!
I say this book is for everyone because, it has some hidden life lessons that are throughout the book!!! I personally love to read real life experiences in books, & this one was one I HAD to read!!! Pleas pick this book up & read it!!! You will not be sorry that you did I promise!!!
March 23, 2014
I had been wanting to read this book for a while. I was given a copy in exchange for an honest review. I admire the author and her courage in writing this book so soon after the loss of her precious daughter, Dakota. The author shares all of the details of her pregnancy and doctor visits. Her excitement at having a second daughter was contagious.
The author shared some very touching poems she received after Dakota's passing. Some of them I have read before, a few were new to me. The book contains some very good ideas of how to help another family to deal with an infant loss. The author shares some of the ways she and her family have remembered Dakota. I loved the idea of a balloon launch!
This book was a tough read for me, being an angel Grandma. I could identify with most of the events detailed in the book in a personal way and I shed lots of tears while reading.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who is dealing with the loss of an infant. The book is also recommended for anyone who desires to help a friend or family member to cope with an infant loss.
The author shared some very touching poems she received after Dakota's passing. Some of them I have read before, a few were new to me. The book contains some very good ideas of how to help another family to deal with an infant loss. The author shares some of the ways she and her family have remembered Dakota. I loved the idea of a balloon launch!
This book was a tough read for me, being an angel Grandma. I could identify with most of the events detailed in the book in a personal way and I shed lots of tears while reading.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who is dealing with the loss of an infant. The book is also recommended for anyone who desires to help a friend or family member to cope with an infant loss.
May 17, 2014
Book: Saying Goodbye Without Saying Hello
Author: RaeBeth McGee- Buda
Publication Date: First published 10/15/2013
Reviewed by: Tammy Payne- Book Nook Nuts
My Rating: 4 Stars
REVIEW
This is a new to me author.
And to be honest I am not sure how to write my review on this book being a mother it took all of my strength to read it without tears flowing. The book is based on a true story and tugs at every emotion a mother, woman, family has. This is a story about a pregnancy that gets to the very end only to not have that happy ending . The author takes us on a daily journal of her pregnancy and all its ups and downs to the loss of her baby.
I know this book can bring healing to others who may have experienced this situation so to the Author I give a big shout out for her courage to write the book.
It was a very good read so I would recommend it ...
I was given this book as a complimentary gift for my honest review
RaeBeth McGee-Buda
Author: RaeBeth McGee- Buda
Publication Date: First published 10/15/2013
Reviewed by: Tammy Payne- Book Nook Nuts
My Rating: 4 Stars
REVIEW
This is a new to me author.
And to be honest I am not sure how to write my review on this book being a mother it took all of my strength to read it without tears flowing. The book is based on a true story and tugs at every emotion a mother, woman, family has. This is a story about a pregnancy that gets to the very end only to not have that happy ending . The author takes us on a daily journal of her pregnancy and all its ups and downs to the loss of her baby.
I know this book can bring healing to others who may have experienced this situation so to the Author I give a big shout out for her courage to write the book.
It was a very good read so I would recommend it ...
I was given this book as a complimentary gift for my honest review
RaeBeth McGee-Buda
January 15, 2014
I remember talking with the author before and I recommended that she write this book to help her heal. I'm very well aware of what she went through. I personally had my first wife pass away in her sleep next to me and so I know how difficult it can be. It knocks the wind out of your sails and you feel empty. You're very much like a shell and I still have a time dealing with it occasionally and it's been almost eleven years. I'm not sure you ever entirely get over the pain.
This is a very touching, heartfelt book that deals with a major loss in your life. Parents aren't supposed to outlive their children. Many times while reading this book I wanted to break down and cry. There were other times I felt the excitement and joy she experienced. It's well worth a read.
This is a very touching, heartfelt book that deals with a major loss in your life. Parents aren't supposed to outlive their children. Many times while reading this book I wanted to break down and cry. There were other times I felt the excitement and joy she experienced. It's well worth a read.
January 23, 2014
I feel blessed to have met this author through WaAR. I watched her posts about her pregnancy and how blessed she felt. I also got to see how devastated she became with the loss of her child, as any mother would be. I knew this book was going to take me on an emotional roller coaster of a real event and real loss. I loved that she had to courage to write the book and let other mothers know that they are not alone. No one can understand what she has gone through and how much strength she has. This is a great book that also shows how much faith in God can help, even when you want to give up.
October 16, 2013
I started to read this book and couldn't put it down. My family was hungry but yet I could not pull myself away. (they did eventually eat)I really don't know what to say. I have never experienced such a loss. Raebeth did a wonderful job putting her feelings into words. I could not help but to feel her pain. The disappointment in not having answers to the many questions she had. I am so glad she was able to share her story with me. And I will continue to support her and her work.
October 18, 2013
This book is a tear jerking. A robot is the only thing that wouldn't cry reading this book.
Skillfully crafted, Raebeth pulls you into her struggle as a mother who gives birth to a stillborn child. It is heart wrenching as she pours her emotions onto the pages of this book. I did find a few minor grammatical errors.
I recommend this book as a must read for all those who are parents out there or potential parents.
Skillfully crafted, Raebeth pulls you into her struggle as a mother who gives birth to a stillborn child. It is heart wrenching as she pours her emotions onto the pages of this book. I did find a few minor grammatical errors.
I recommend this book as a must read for all those who are parents out there or potential parents.
July 14, 2016
A captivating story about mother and her grief of losing her child before they even began there journey together on earth. You will feel the joys of her pregnancy, and the pain and sadness of this family as the morn the loss of there angel daughter. Raebeth brings you to tears and makes you feel as if you were right there with her every step of the way from finding out she is pregnant to saying goodbye to her forever sleeping daughter.....
October 16, 2013
Saying Goodbye Without Saying Hello by Raebeth McGee-Buda is an emotional and very inspiring book. It is an amazing story that had my attention from the very beginning.
In her own words, Raebeth tells us the true story of her life before, during and after her pregnancy with her Angel baby Dakota Emily. Her words are very captivating as she tells us the emotions that she felt during and after her pregnancy.
I can’t say that I understand what Raebeth went through and how she felt after her pregnancy because I haven’t ever experienced it to know. Reading her story has made me realize and opened my eyes to understand what any woman who are expecting goes through when they lose a child after being born.
I had a rollercoaster emotion the whole time I was reading her book and had tears in my eyes.
I think Raebeth McGee-Buda is an amazing woman and an inspiration. She has gone through a lot in the past months with the loss of Dakota but she has managed to stay strong for herself and her family. For the past month or two she has been spreading the word about October being the month of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness and remembering all the angel babies and their families.
Raebeth McGee-Buda’s book Saying Goodbye Without Saying Hello is a must read. I definitely recommend her book to any of my friends who are mothers and soon to be mothers. I hope this book will inspire you as it did me.
In her own words, Raebeth tells us the true story of her life before, during and after her pregnancy with her Angel baby Dakota Emily. Her words are very captivating as she tells us the emotions that she felt during and after her pregnancy.
I can’t say that I understand what Raebeth went through and how she felt after her pregnancy because I haven’t ever experienced it to know. Reading her story has made me realize and opened my eyes to understand what any woman who are expecting goes through when they lose a child after being born.
I had a rollercoaster emotion the whole time I was reading her book and had tears in my eyes.
I think Raebeth McGee-Buda is an amazing woman and an inspiration. She has gone through a lot in the past months with the loss of Dakota but she has managed to stay strong for herself and her family. For the past month or two she has been spreading the word about October being the month of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness and remembering all the angel babies and their families.
Raebeth McGee-Buda’s book Saying Goodbye Without Saying Hello is a must read. I definitely recommend her book to any of my friends who are mothers and soon to be mothers. I hope this book will inspire you as it did me.
May 28, 2015
The author provided me with a digital ARC copy of the book for review purposes only. No remuneration was exchanged.
This book is a crushing true story that tugged at my heart strings. I did a lot of crying while reading this book. I could never imagine what the author went through in those terrible days , nor what she is going through now, but I could feel the emotion just pore out of this book and I actually went through a box of tissues by the time I was done reading it. There was one point that it had gotten to me so bad that I had to step away from it for a few days before returning to it.
This book is phenomenally well written and I will never in my heart forget this story. I highly recommend this heart felt true story to all women who may have had a stillborn, this book may actually give you some comfort to know that someone else went through the same thing and actually wrote about it. I would also recommend it to any female, whether you have children or not. It's something to read and feel as if you are experiencing the events with the author.
This book is a crushing true story that tugged at my heart strings. I did a lot of crying while reading this book. I could never imagine what the author went through in those terrible days , nor what she is going through now, but I could feel the emotion just pore out of this book and I actually went through a box of tissues by the time I was done reading it. There was one point that it had gotten to me so bad that I had to step away from it for a few days before returning to it.
This book is phenomenally well written and I will never in my heart forget this story. I highly recommend this heart felt true story to all women who may have had a stillborn, this book may actually give you some comfort to know that someone else went through the same thing and actually wrote about it. I would also recommend it to any female, whether you have children or not. It's something to read and feel as if you are experiencing the events with the author.
February 7, 2021
Great Read!
I just lost my babygirl in Thursday. I was 20 weeks and she didn’t have a heartbeat. I had to give birth to her and I don’t know if this pain will ever go away. Reading your book reminded me that I need to keep my faith in God and turn to him during this time.
Thank you ❤️
I just lost my babygirl in Thursday. I was 20 weeks and she didn’t have a heartbeat. I had to give birth to her and I don’t know if this pain will ever go away. Reading your book reminded me that I need to keep my faith in God and turn to him during this time.
Thank you ❤️
June 21, 2015
Ergh......I took a little to find myself. I did enjoy.
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