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A Giant Thank You - Memorial Donations

I received an email today from Bryn Mawr Hospital. They were letting me know that as of today 22 memorial contributions totaling $1,198.71 has been contributed in memory of Aaron and they still get them frequently. When we first decided to have contributions made there in his name we were hoping to hit at least $1,000 so his name could be put on a plaque outside the NICU. We thought it might take time, but it would be really neat to see. We intended to continue to make gifts there in his name on holidays, birthdays etc. So we figured we would get there eventually. I am so happy we will be able to do that sooner than I ever expected and I am also glad that we will be able to continue to help the NICU out. We receive letters saying who donated as they come in, but we didn't know a total amount. To be able to forever honor Aaron's life in this way makes me one proud momma.

As a side note - a girl that I know from a forum on pre-eclampsia (the reason I had to have Aaron early) sent me an email today with a petition to make October 15th a national day to Honor and Remember pregnancy and infant loss. Apparently most states already have this day set aside for this, but they would like to make it a national thing - I think that would be a very nice thing for those of us who have experienced such a loss. If you feel so inclined to sign it here is the link. http://www.thepetitionsite.com/takeaction/557217746?ltl=1154019561

Comments

Josh said…
You know...I've never really been one for activism, but since Aaron's death, anything relating to infant death...yeah, lets just say I can easily see myself getting behind it 110%.
2:04 PM
Josh said…
Also...a big thank you from me as well regarding the donations. I can't wait to see his little plaque outside the Bryn Mawr NICU. I can honestly say that to have another permanent reminder of him - something that will never go away - is such a comfort. And it would have never have been possible without your generosity.

Thank you.
2:08 PM
Anonymous said…
I would be more than happy to sign it . . . October 15th is the day I miscarried!

Love you guys,
Tracey
XOXO
11:03 PM
Anonymous said…
It is an honor to sign it. I was number 7,343.

Love ~ Bobbi
11:59 AM
Anonymous said…
I'm going to sign the petition right now. I'm happy to hear about all the donations in Aarons name!

Love,
Sara
1:18 PM
Anonymous said…
Felt honored to sign the petition - my cousin miscarried last year early on. I have forwarded the link to friends and family so that the word can get out.

Courtney
2:27 PM
Anonymous said…
I am getting 10+ of this exact same comment every day. Another option before doing comment moderation is try turning on the word verification. That way if it is being done automatically (which it looks like it is) it won't go through.
3:28 PM
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