Cross Stitch

This is a cross‑stitch piece I made in memory of my daughter. It includes her name, date and time of birth, and her weight. Creating it gave me a tangible, loving way to keep her memory and details close after she passed away.

I was 19 years old when I lost Lauren. I needed something to focus on,that could help me cope with the grief, so I taught myself how to cross stitch. It was a way to keep my hands and mind busy, and this piece became one of the first things I created during that period. It served both as a distraction and as a personal tribute to her.

The first thing that comes to mind is the fondness I feel when I think of my daughter. As time passes, certain details can fade, and creating this allowed me to capture those.

It makes me feel sad, but also nostalgic. The sadness remains but there’s also a sense of warmth I feel in having something that connects me back to her.

I would miss having a clear, physical reminder of all her details — the things that can fade with time. This piece helps me keep those memories sharp and close.