Sunday, April 25, 2010

March of Dimes 2010



Yesterday the Heiple clan headed north to Bloomington. We participated in the March of Dimes for the second year in a row. Our team had 6 members; Grandma and Jim, Uncle Rick, Olivia, Joey, and me.

I have to say that this was another amazing experience for us. Seeing and talking with all of the families with preemies, helps you to not feel alone in the struggles and worries. The host family this year just lost their daughter, Molly, who was born at 23 wks, just 1.6 lbs. When Molly's mother told her story, I shared her tears remembering the fight our little man had just 2 years ago.

Olivia and Joey had a blast. They loved looking at all of the people, taking a long, relaxing walk, and then of course the jumping house was their absolute favorite. I believe Olivia went on it 4 times.

We would like to thank EVERYONE who sponsored us, and to everyone who continues to pray for our family! We will continue to march every year in honor of all those babies who fight for their lives everyday!



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