Faith's Birthday

We had such wonderful weather for Faith's 1st birthday on March 6th, 2009! We drove to Ann Arbor and delivered over 300 books that were donated by family and friends. They will find a new home in Holden NICU and Mott Children's Hospital. Above is our picture in front of Big Bird with all the books!

After dropping off the books we headed to Holden NICU with Rice Krispy treats in our hands. We were able to chat with some of our favorite nurses Jessy, Michelle, and Jeanne! It was great to see them again. Steve and I were surprised at how much different it was to be near the NICU again. We know our journey is done there and therefore it wasn't super emotional.

After visiting we headed to Trader Joe's for some guacamole, spicy salami, and these cool noodles that are like hollow spaghetti. Then we headed to Lansing for date night with Kurt and Brooke. Brooke is expecting in May so we headed to the local Mongolian BBQ for all you can eat. It was great to see them and hang out with them.

We also received some other fabulous news before dinner started. Our good friends Tanner and Kristin called to let us know that they had a baby girl that morning in IA! Her name is Lily Kay Smith and she was born on March 6th! It certainly is a special day! Tanner was the best man in our wedding and he is the pastor that did Faith's service. Another one of our groomsmen also has a little girl that was born on March 6th in 2007! Plus we have a nephew who was born on March 6th in 2003! You have to be pretty special to have that birthday!!!

We had a great day remembering the birth of our little girl. Each day we remember the happiest moments we had with her from her bubbles, strength to fight adult doses of sedatives, and her first dirty diaper that we were able to change. Her time here was short but has made such an impact on our lives. We know that she will always be remembered and treasured. Thank you to all of you who help to keep her memory alive. We Love you!

Love always,

Amy, Steve, ^Faith^, and baby girl Miles