March for Babies

weddedwife

Well, our walk went really well. We raised $4,000 for the March of Dimes! I can't believe how much money we raised in about a month. We were #2 in the county for funds raised.

It was definitely an emotional day; I was tearing up on the way there. They had a moment of silence during the opening ceremony for all the babies who didn't make it, and I totally started crying. It was heartbreaking to see some of the angel babies names on all the shirts, the quilt squares that were decorated in their memory, etc. And it was a little hard to hear the miracle stories about babies born just a few weeks later than Nathaniel, who are now growing and thriving.

But overall it was a good day and a positive experience. It was nice to share our experience w/ people IRL, in public. AND I got to see stluciawife! We took a pic, I'll post it when I have a chance to get it into the computer.

BootsOrHearts

Awesome. I'm sure the money raised will do some good so it was worth it!

johnnys june

*hugs* so glad the walk went well! Both times I participated it was bittersweet and emotional but I was always glad I did it when it's done.

jbranden12

Congrats! I'm glad you had a positive experience. Maybe we'll feel strong enough to do that next year. I understand about hearing the miracle stories, it's tough. But the money you raised will help make more miracles happen!

barbie92

((hugs)) I am glad the walk went well. You raised a lot of money! That is amazing! I am glad you were able to do the walk for Nathaniel. ((more hugs)) 

Petunia844

I'm so glad your walk went well, I understand it being bittersweet.   Nathaniel is so proud of you!

julesverne

I'm glad it went well. I've participated every year since Jack died, and though it's hard to hear about all the success stories, it makes me proud that I am able to raise money and awareness in his honor.