March of Dimes

Its that time of year again, where I stop to think about how lucky we are.  {Not that I'm ever not thinking about it}  But the March of Dimes walk here is just a month away & I've been so busy enjoying my miracles that I've forgotten completely about it.

The March of Dimes is an organization supporting & researching to help pregnant women grow stronger, healthier babies.  And to find ways to better care for those born too early or those born sick.  This year the March of Dimes is celebrating its 75th year.  And we are celebrating with them!

I went out with a couple friends this past week.  We all used to work together in the NICU where my babies were born.  We have since branched out & gone in different directions, but even so, this organization continues to be part of our lives.  Between the four of us, there have been 3 miscarriages.  Upwards from 4 years of infertility.  4 premature births.  And the loss of a baby.  That is just us four women.  I hardly know anyone anymore whose life this organizaion has not touched. 

So I will be walking to support the March of Dimes.  To support babies & parents who have walked through the trenches.  Please consider giving & be a part of something so awesome.  The banner you see above will be at the top of my blog for at least the next month.  Its so easy to click & give whatever you can.  Or click HERE to find out about a walk in your area.

So that fewer babies are born too tiny.

And so that more babies can go from tiny...

{almost 5 weeks old}

to thriving.

{almost 3.5 years old}

 

Hayden

From 3 pounds 1 ounce & 15.5 inches, to 40 pounds & almost 40 inches!

Olivia

From 2 pounds 14 ounces & 15.5 inches, to 32 pounds & 38.5 inches.

Logan

From 2 pounds 13 ounces & just 14.5 inches, to 31 pounds & 37.5 inches.

 

We raised money & walked in 2011.

 

We again raised money & braved the cold & rain & walked in 2012.

And we will walk again in 32 days, because babies are something that I feel are worth fighting for.

I will walk for my own babies.

I will walk for Isabelle.

 

And I will walk for all those who came before us & all those who will follow.

 

We will walk together, for miracles.

 

Please join us.