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In Memory of Joshua,
His Story


On That Day In History: December 14, 1998
On December 14, 1998, while the world moved forward with its headlines and history, Josh entered it — and changed our lives forever. This reflection honors the day he was born and the love he left behind.
Marcy Baez Lopez
Dec 14, 20252 min read


Josh Baez: 2/5/22 - Forever in My Heart
Josh: caring, kind. Missing you. Heaven's angel.
Marcy Baez Lopez
Apr 5, 20252 min read


Sounds of Remembrance: Music By & For Josh
Remembering Joshua Through Music This Track was written and produced by Justice Deplume (Juan Lopez) Dedicated to Joshua 🙏 Another...
Marcy Baez Lopez
Feb 18, 20251 min read


Josh Marks His Presence Here
On the one year anniversary of when I published on social media a few of Josh's belongings when I stayed in his bedroom.
Marcy Baez Lopez
Feb 18, 20251 min read


A Touching Tribute from Nehemiah Garcia
Nehemiah Garcia's tribute to Josh, his cousin: "He was a light in this dark world... I will continue his mission of spreading God's word."
Marcy Baez Lopez
Feb 9, 20251 min read


Ironing Out Grief: Reflections on Joshua's Final Outfit, July 6, 2024
My reflection, recounting the journey of ironing Joshua's burial clothes and the deep significance it held then, and what it means now.
Marcy Baez Lopez
Jul 27, 20243 min read


Guarding Innocence: Joshua's Rescue and God's Grace
This blog post sheds light on the urgent need to raise awareness about the haunting reality of child trafficking and exploitation.
Marcy Baez Lopez
Aug 16, 20234 min read


Buried Soul
Time stretched out like an endless desert, each grain of sand a moment of despair. The horizon offered no hope...
Marcy Baez Lopez
Jan 6, 20231 min read


Celebrating Birthdays After Loss
When a loved one is no longer here, birthdays can feel especially heavy. This post offers eight thoughtful ways to honor their life and keep their memory alive.
Marcy Baez Lopez
Dec 18, 20224 min read


Dear Josh: Written for Joshua’s first birthday after his passing — December 2022
Written for Joshua’s first birthday after his passing, this letter reflects a mother’s grief, love, and the ways we honored him when celebrating without him felt impossible.
Marcy Baez Lopez
Dec 18, 20224 min read
Poems By The Late Joshua Baez
Joshua's unique voice shines through in these poems, blending whimsy with profound reflections on life and time.
Marcy Baez Lopez
Dec 13, 20222 min read


God's Whisper in Sorrow: The End is Near
"The End is Near..." I heard moments before closing his casket. This brought me comfort, peace and hope. And with that, I closed the casket.
Marcy Baez Lopez
Jun 17, 20222 min read
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