Unwanted club membership

Being a part of this heart world is something that we never wanted. No one asks to be in this club. It's a world filled with uncertainty and worry and panic attacks and hospitals. But under the surface, there are actually perks of being a member. It allows us parents to experience a whole different dimension of life that would have otherwise gone unexplored. In our exploration of this new life, Dan and I have met so many amazing people. It has been invaluable getting to know other families who are dealing with similar issues and it's also very rewarding to be able to lend support to them when they need it. We are now a part of this club that no one wants to be in but at the same time we all love being in because the people we've met are EXTRAORDINARY and they have EXTRAORDINARY babies.

We have received so much love, kindness and support from people who we've never even met. We recently received a Valentine's Day package from Krista, mom of Angel Kate. It was so thoughtful and perfect! Thank you for your kindness, Krista. It has been such an honor to have gotten to know your precious baby girl before she had to go home to Heaven. Elijah adores his new book (and I plan on devouring the candy.....yummmmm). This sweet little book will be our way of having a part of Kate in our house forever.

Another one of my most favorite heart mamas, Samantha, has also been very thoughtful and giving throughout this journey. In addition to being an amazing source of support, she made and sent Elijah an embroidered VERY SOFT blanket a while back and now she's sending him a birthday gift! What a spoiled boy! Samantha, you have been one of my main sources of comfort in this journey.

I love all of you heart parents so much. I don't know what I'd do without you. Honestly. I get overwhelmed seeing the selfless generosity and kind words and encouragement coming from every one of you and I'm so thankful for it. I adore you all and I truly care about and love your precious babies. Thank you for the constant stream of amazing love and support and also for sharing your lives with us.

Ok, now we all need to meet in person! What a perfect excuse to go somewhere warm! Get ready, Kathy and Terri, we're all coming to your houses.

p.s. I just re-read this post and it totally appears like I'm saying that sending us gifts is the only thing that equals kindness. NNOoooo! Not what I meant. I just wanted to thank these two ladies for taking the time to send Elijah a little something, but I most definitely don't expect that in the least. From anyone! Reading an encouraging comment or knowing that someone said a special prayer for our boy or even just taking the time to read this blog is enough for me!


Enjoying the new book before bedtime. Thanks, Krista!


The book is perfect. It talks about how if our little boy weren't a part of our world, we'd have holes in our hearts. Aaw.