Rise Above
ByI want to be bigger than the sadness that this week will bring. It’s constantly looming over my head and I can’t shake it, but yet, I’m okay. Today and yesterday I have been feeling such peace and I’m not sure if it will stick around or not, but while it’s here, I’m going to embrace it.
One thing that Brian and I have decided to do this week is to officially form Team James and Jake again this year. All year long we wondered if it’s something we would do, but we decided that we would, that it’s our way of honoring not just James and Jake, but all families who have experienced something similar.
Last year, with the help of so many of you, we raised over $10,000 in just a few weeks. And that was amazing. But the most amazing part was being surrounded by loved ones that day, everyone walking (six miles!) for them and for us. It was such a sign of support and love that we still feel it every single day. Even those that weren’t able to be there, emails were sent in support of our cause that day of, it was beautiful. It was one of the best days of our lives.
So, this year, on April 26th, we’ll walk again, in honor of James and Jake, Lydia Grace, my nephew and niece, Jonathon and Grace, and Allison Jane…and so many other precious babies and their families.
I honestly CAN’T WAIT. I can’t wait to feel the love again, I CAN’T WAIT to spend the day and the weeks leading up to the walk doing this for them, I CAN’T WAIT to do our part to make a difference. And if you live in the area, you can join us and we’d love that.
Here’s hoping that the peace we are feeling continues…
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That was an amazing day and I am so excited that you have decided to do it again. I would be honored to be a part of it with you again.
Yes, here’s hoping! This is such a great cause; I hope you have a good time with it =) For James and Jake, of course, but also for all the other babies out there in need.
I’m still jealous how lynette ran the whole darn thing myself, but I’ll totally be there.
xoxo
CE
We have a wedding April, but I don’t know what weekend yet. If it’s not then, I would be honored to walk with you. No matter what, I will most certainly donate!
I have already been thinking of doing this again this year, and I am so glad to see that you are forming a team. I hope to be a part of such a beautiful day!
Wow, it is so wonderful that you are doing this again – for MANY reasons. I wish I could be there to walk with you. Extra prayers for you this week….
Totally awesome! This will be the third year I have walked with my sister in memory of my nephew and in honor of my other nephew who turned 3 this fall!! It is one of the highlights of my year!!! So YAY, here’s to another wonderful fund raising and walking-good time for a fantastic cause!!!
I was not around last year, but would love to support your team. I am not in the area, but please let me know where donation can be sent. And I will definitely keep you and the families you have mentioned in my prayers.
We are supporters of the March of Dimes, it is by far a wonderful organization!
I have been thinking about Team James and Jake ever since I started seeing the March of Dimes ads. I am honored to be part of this AWESOME team again this year!! I thank you for including Allison in your memories..hopefully we will bring more family members this year. Keeping you, Brian and your family in my thoughts and prayers…in my heart always!! Love, kim
I echo the sweet comments from Kim and the others. I am proud to join team James and Jake again this year. All my love to you and your family…
I am so, so there this year!
I still regret that I wasn’t able to walk with you last year- really mad that it was due to a previous commitment that means nothing to me now, but you mean so much. Anyway. I’m there.
Steph
Clearly I won’t be there bodily, but my spirit will be joining with yours.
Many prayers that the peace continues. This week will mark one week since I “met” you . . . I’ve grown and learned so much from you in the past year. My prayers will be with you.
beth, just wanted to let you know that, even though we are on vacation in florida (sorry!) i have been thinking about you today…and hope you feel all of the prayers and thoughts coming your way!
Oh how I wish I could be there walking for James and Jake with you. I will be there in my heart. Oh yes I will be there.
I’m so glad you’re walking again this year. I’m so proud of you.