We completed our first March of Dimes walk last Saturday, walking in honor of our own little "preemie-alum," Kinsley! We have so many other friends and family that have been affected by the early, unexpected birth of their babies, and now that we too have been affected, so we felt it was time to make this a family priority for giving (and a tradition to participate in) in raising money for this worthy cause! And after deciding to walk only three weeks before the event, we had a goal of raising just $500, but ended up raising $810 from generous friends and family, and Northside matched our contribution in Kinsley's name, bringing our grand total to $1,620! Kelly, Tom, and Mary met us over in Roswell and we all "Marched" on a beautiful Saturday in April! Kinsley even made it through the entire 2 hour, 6.2 mile walk - content in her jogging stroller, eating cheerios, drinking her sippy cup, and of course talking and waving to everyone!
The Northside Hospital stork!
The "Parents Partnered for Preemie's" Team from Northside Hospital.
Great pictures Stacy. It brings a tear to my eye that you had to experience the preemie begin as we knew what a terrible road that was. I am so happy to see our 3 beautiful babies, now happy and healthy. Makes the beginning worth the fight to see them grow. Love ya'll.
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