Sam's Day

Fifteen years ago, Martine gave birth to a baby boy. During an ultrasound days before, we found out that our baby had a neural tube defect that is, as they say, incompatible with life. Ten minutes after birth, Sam died...

Quite a few years ago, we decided that May 4th should be a family day for us. To celebrate life and the impact Sam's short life has had on ours. This impact not only consists of sad memories. There is also his actual birth and the fact that we were able to hold him and love him. A very positive and fond memory for us. Our families and friends have supported us and are still there for us whenever we need it. And we are very grateful we now have three wonderful girls. Life is good.


This year, we're celebrating Sam's Day in Amsterdam. We were on Dam Square, where the annual Remembrance of the Dead ceremony is held on May 4th. The preparations were already underway but we managed to get a shot of the girls in the square, with the National Monument in the background.