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A wonderful date night and thanks!

I got the mail yesterday and there was an envelope in it that was printed with no return address. When I opened it - inside there was a note inside that said, "Thinking of you guys! Have dinner out on me! Your secret admirer" and some cash inside. Since I honestly have no clue where it came from I am thanking said secret admirer here. We made the most of the cash and were able to do dinner and go see a movie! It was perfect. Drummerhusband and I had an excellent time together. We had Mexican and then saw "Invincible" (a great movie about our beloved EAGLES!) We haven't had a nice night like that in a while. Whoever you are thanks!

Also, an quick update. I don't have the exact figure in front of me now, but those memorial donations continue to come in. I am just amazed by that! We now have about $1,450.71 Every time I see the total with the 71 cents I get tears in my eyes. I can only imagine the change was something a kid gave. It makes me laugh that it's not a nice round number.

The support, love, prayers, hugs and cards we continue to get even today is humbling. So once again we thank each and every one of you. I continue to be one proud mommy that our son, small as he was, in his short time here made such an amazing impact on this world and your lives. Every time I hear a story about how Aaron impacted you or changed your life I am just so proud of my baby boy! We love you all!

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Anonymous said…
Aaron brings out the best in people. Something for the rest of us to live up to. Quite an accomplishment for 33 days old. His parents should be proud.
12:46 PM
Anonymous said…
what an amazing gift!! glad you had a wonderful time
11:39 PM
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