So many thoughts

I have so many ideas and keep getting more. Granted, most of them have come from other people, but still... I would love to see some of these come to fruition.

First, I became active with 40 Days for Life a few months ago. We are gearing up for this fall's event to begin pretty soon (the 24th). I had one assignment that turned into two that then got turned back into one that is completely different from the first.

I'm glad I decided to participate and get as involved as I have been. Next year, I really want to take on some more responsibilities as far as planning and such. It's a good way to see my ideas taken seriously and maybe even acted upon.

The first is a baby shower/birthday party for those mothers and babies who never got one due to abortion. I believe it could be a wonderful time of healing and celebrating that these little ones are in Heaven with the Lord. It will also be a time of grieving, but we cannot heal without going through that process.

The second is a parade of sorts. Maybe during the big opening rally for 40 Days. While walking to the Planned Parenthood during our opening, we could push empty strollers to signify life that was lost, blow bubbles to signify breath that was never taken and release baloons (or something) to signify those little souls returning to Heaven.

The third could also tie into the last. I believe that babies are human beings from the time of conception and that the bodies of these precious little ones need to be respected. So, why not have a proper burial for them? It would be really touching to be able to contact a cemetery to see if they would 'donate' a small plot or something for these babies to rest. I don't know. This is another thing I read from a friend and thought it was very touching.

I don't tend to have my own original ideas, but ideas of others are so great that I want to capitalize on their thoughtfulness.

Now, one last thing that is comepletely an idea I came up with all on my own...

I am a volunteer at a nearby Life Center and we offer counseling to those considering abortion. We also offer free ultrasound. But, technicians aren't always available. So, I was thinking of getting a portable Doppler. I've been wanting to do this for my doula practice anyway. That way, if there isn't an ultrasound tech available when I'm there but someone is interested in one, I can at least offer them a listen to their baby's heart (if they are far enough along). This is a far-off dream for now though as Doppler equipment can be rather expensive. But, it would also be tax deductible. ;) Gotta love that, lol.

Well, those are my thoughts for the day. Hopefully, they'll soon be more than just thoughts.