The start of May means the March of Dimes' Walk for Babies is back. Last year we participated in the walk while Benton was still in the hospital, but this year we made it a whole event. All of our friends from the NICU and their families joined us to walk including friends all the way from New Jersey.
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| Family Portrait |
This year we spread the word that we were planning to participate in the March of Dimes' Walk for Babies. Many friends and family around the word donated to this amazing cause and for that we are forever grateful. The March of Dimes does such important work in helping to prevent premature birth and support the families that have to endure the scary NICU experience. With your help our team was able to raise over $7000!!!!
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| Family portrait at Nats Park |
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| Grandparents at the park |
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| Nats Park Fun! |
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| Hanging with Benton's Physical Therapist Laura |
At the walk we saw many of Benton's nurses from Georgetown which was incredibly special. Seeing their expressions when they see Benton for the first time in many months makes me understand how much bigger he has gotten. Seeing him through their eyes reminds me of his progress. For this reason and for everything they did for Benton and our family in the NICU -- I am forever grateful.
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| Kelsey and Aimee with Benton |
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| Nurse Tacie |
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| Hanging with Adele and Leah |
After the walk many of the families went to Hains Point for a picnic. Hanging out and reconnecting with the families from the NICU is good for the soul. It's wonderful for Joe and I to talk with other families who just get it. Benton isn't the weird kid you see on the street with oxygen - he is the miracle boy that they have seen overcome a million obstacles. Furthermore, these friends have watched us go through hell and back and they have supported us completely so seeing everyone after a winter of isolation was wonderful.
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| Smiley Benton at the Picnic |
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| A playpen full of little blonde boys |
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| Henry and Benton playing |
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