Lincoln Banks Lyskava

The life of Lincoln was short, but oh so sweet and happy. When he was born…he got the maximum hospital time with Mommy and Daddy, since the birth resulted in a C-section. Now, this is a scar I will FOREVER cherish. From the moment this sweet boy was brought home, he was passed around like a present. Everyone knew he was the “final Linc” of our family, and we cherished every waking moment with him.

In his first few months, he was a dream baby. He slept so peacefully in your arms, everyone wanted to hold him. I called it “The Lincoln Effect.” He had a way of instantly calming the world around you, while you stopped to take those moments in, of precious newborn baby.

And hold him we did…non-stop…for 6 months. In fact, most nights when he would wake up, Daddy stayed in his room the rest of the night. I would find him on our bean bag bed with the lower half of him draped across the floor. I would ask why he didn’t want to get a good night’s sleep in our bed. He just shrugged and said he didn’t want to leave the little guy alone. He was NEVER alone.

His best friend/Nanny Tazeia Hines was no different. They bonded instantly and enjoyed their days interacting with tons of fun toys, new baby foods, and lots of sleepy cuddles. Most recently with the weather change, they even got some nice long walks in. He loved the outdoors and took in every moment of nature that surrounded him.

When Linc first met his big siblings, they ‘oohed’ and ‘ahhed’ over him. Of course, he had to get used to being treated like a real-life baby doll. Zoey would have it no other way and Linc was very compliant…thank goodness.

Linc got a front seat view to more in home dance shows than you can possibly imagine. He got to attend dance class each week also, and was really starting to get into the girl’s routine. He even met a boy his age recently that were destined to be dance brothers together. He got to experience his first Christmas and was in aww of the sparkling lights. He got to go to Florida 2 times! The first trip he got his first boat ride and the second trip he did some pool floating with his sister.

Every other Saturday, we enjoyed chiropractor visits with his big sister, and looking at the new babies that were posted on the wall. We met many babies there his age and we enjoyed sharing our stages of development with those parents. Linc was always very ahead developmentally. Linc also got to attend his first Disney on Ice. He absolutely LOVED the last 30 minutes that he was awake for!!

Our boy enjoyed many Daddy days also in his short life. They watched live auto auctions and bought cars together to sell at the family dealership. Linc thought the auctioneer was summoning him to sleep most of the time, but he was always really excited for a great deal! Daddy even instilled in him the love of sports. There were many sporting events that Lincoln enjoyed in the arms of Daddy, while being explained the ins and outs of the game.

Lincoln was just entering all those stages that make him SO much fun. For 6 months we waited for Linc to be able to “play” with Zoey, and we finally got to see some of that interaction recently. He was very close to sitting up on his own and could put his feet in his mouth from absolutely every position he was in. We all loved his plump little toes that for some reason, were always sweaty.

Mornings were the best as he enjoyed squealing at the highest octave he could reach, making “bottle rocket” noises. Mommy called him her “baby bottle rocket.” He was so full of joy and happiness always, but in the mornings, he was an absolute treasure. We will never forget our morning family cuddles with Linc in bed, watching Cocomelon.

Truth be told, 6 months passes in the blink of an eye. Linc was 9 month’s in Mommy’s belly, but only 6 months on this earth. Life goes so quickly that many of our closest friends, didn’t even get to meet our new bundle. Saver every moment with your family and friends. Tell them you love them…too much. Smother them in hugs and kisses. You never know when that day may be your last.

The journey God chose for Lincoln is simply heartbreaking…for us. For our God, he gained the most beautiful and bright angel of them all. He hand picked Linc, and it was not by accident. God is NEVER wrong. It is not by coincidence that Lincoln was brought to heaven’s gates the week of Easter, either. This is the time of the year that we are reminded of Eternal Life through Jesus Christ. If only we believe, and accept Christ as our Lord and Savior, we too will eternally live in paradise.

Lincoln’s passing will forever leave a gaping hole in our hearts that will never repair. However, we do have peace in knowing we will be reunited with our precious boy someday. The thoughts actually leave this Momma EXCITED for one day…very far from now…being able to run to my boy in Heaven and wrap my arms around him. Until then, our family has enjoyed all the Lincs of Love throughout the community that have reached out to offer support and prayer. We are so grateful to you and ask that you continue to pray for our family.