On a Serious Note

[AugustInTransit]

Hey, all, I know that you guys like to keep it light and funn on the forum, which I'm all for, but I just wanted to add a really serious point on here. I promised my friend Julie I would spread the word and this seemed like the most efficient way possible. So I'll dive right in.

In January, a friend of mine from high school, Julie, gave birth to her second child, a girl named Aaeleigh Grace. Aaeleigh was severely premature and died two hours after her birth. It is yet unclear as to what causes premature births and organizations such as the March of Dimes are doing vital work to find out why a woman can experience a normal pregnancy and then go into labour prematurely. Julie and her family have set up a team for the Walk America that is held by the March for Dimes every year. Proceeds go into researching premature births. Please, read the letter from Julie that's below and watch the video she's set up. It'll give you a face to a very real problem. Also, the final link gives you a chance to donate to the March of Dimes in memory of Aaeleigh. Every dollar helps the world come closer to being able to understand and prevent premature births.

Thank you!

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As everyone knows we're walking for the March of Dimes Walk America.

I'm asking you PLEASE pass this video (along with the link below it) on to other people you know. We need to get the word out and we'd love your support.

Thank you <B>SO</B> much to those who have generously donated to the March of Dimes already in memory of Aaeleigh...

http://s47.photobucket.com/player.s...ucket.com/albums/f164/mkbarbie05/Aaeleigh.flv

http://www.walkamerica.org/s_team_page.asp?si=7F7D4838-611A-4E27-BAC4-F032323A7B0A&SeId=383341

 

[Paula]

AugustInTransit. What an absolutely beautiful video and tribute to your friend's baby. So sad. And so absolutely beautiful -- I have never seen a tribute to a baby who passed away. The photos and the words that accompanied the photos were stunning. I also liked the photo of the parents at the end -- they seem young, hopeful, and determined to make a difference through their loss. And they will. And that little angel who was destined to have such a short time on earth was lucky to be born to those parents. Thanks for sharing and I'll be supporting the March of Dimes.

 

[Allifunn]

I could not get it to play.....
So sorry for their loss...how devistating...

 

[NewfieGirl]

WOW... incredibly touching story

 

[Teresa]

AIT: this is absolutely beautiful. it seems the parents truly made the most of every moment with their tiny daughter. the photos are so touching. she was "too beautiful for this earth.."

thanks for sharing this. the march of dimes is an organization that I've supported many times in the past, and you've reminded me to continue to support their mission.

The March of Dimes mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality.

 

[TooFarTampa]

I am so glad you posted this. Not only is it a beautiful tribute, but it has helped me in a small way.

Good friends of ours lost their baby last week after learning that at 20 weeks in utero, it had severe, unsurmountable defects. We didn't really know what to say or do but we thought we ought to do something. Now I know! We will make a donation in their baby's name to the March of Dimes.

I had forgotten all about this worthwhile organization. This video really drives home how much it is needed. Thanks again AIT. And so sorry for your friends.

 

[kathydwells]

What a loving tribute to a beautiful baby. I to contribute to the March of Dimes, as my son was born premature as well. AIT, I wish for your friends peace and comfort.

 

[AugustInTransit]

Thanks guys, I'll send your comments Julie's way.

She's obviously devistated, but she's one of those people that takes strength in knowing that she can help others avoid what she has gone through.

Thanks so much!!! I love you guys.

 

[Allifunn]

I was able to view it today...a beautiful tribute! I cried for their loss and I grieve for them. The photos with the ring shows just how tiney she was. The loss of a child, no matter what age, must be the most unimaginable heartache known to man.

 

[NewfieGirl]

I was able to view it today...a beautiful tribute! I cried for their loss and I grieve for them. The photos with the ring shows just how tiney she was. The loss of a child, no matter what age, must be the most unimaginable heartache known to man.

I went to see my new cousin today (Kate), she was born a week or two early on March 1st. While she was small in my arms, I couldn't help but think about Aaeleigh and the ring that she could fit her whole hand into... she was so tiny.