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From our hearts to theirs, share the love.

1/28/2013

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     When my middle son, who is now a healthy seven year old that lights up my days, was born three weeks early, I worried for my tiny heart that was now outside of my body.  Carter had trouble breathing and as I looked down into his scrunched up face and listened to him struggle for each breath, I knew something was wrong. 

    My hospital room quickly filled with nurses and doctors.  Soon Carter was whisked away to the NICU and put on a ventilator.  I wouldn’t be able to hold my new baby for three days because of the stress that it put on his body.  I stayed in his intensive care room for the next six days, only leaving his side to go home briefly to tend to my two year old at home with Daddy. 

    My heart would break again each day when more tubes were added and more lines protruded from his little five-pound body.  The nurses would quietly pat my hand and not judge the mother who silently wept when his blood had to be taken for more tests.  I couldn’t protect my baby from the pain of the tests that were supposed to be helping him.  I prayed that I could have his pain – that I could take away all of the hurt.

    Day by day, Carter got stronger and I was able to take him home.  During those days that I stayed in his room, I would see the other parents that sat diligently by their own children’s beds.  I knew the look of hurt and fear in their eyes. 

    I want to do a little to help pay back an organization that helps families of sick children by providing a place for them to stay while their child is in the hospital.  The Ronald McDonald House provides a safe environment that is a little bit of normalcy for families with sick children.

    So in honor of my birthday, which is on Valentine's Day, I want to give back to the families and sick children of The Ronald McDonald House.  So from now through Valentine's Day, I'll donate ALL of my proceeds from the sales of Worlds Apart to The Ronald McDonald House.  They make a difference in so many families' lives --let's see if we can help! 

    From our hearts to theirs, share the love. 

8 Comments
Angela Pratt link
4/4/2013 09:16:20 am

Thank you for the giveaway. Sarah Dosher sent me!

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Kate
4/4/2013 02:14:43 pm

Hi Angela! I'm glad you're here! :)

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Vickie Milizia
4/4/2013 09:19:20 am

I'm suppose to leave a comment about what I'm looking forward to reading, but didn't find a post to do that on. I like this post, it's inspiring. My son was born 10 1/2 weeks early. Lived with tubes and wires for a little over 6 weeks. Finally got to hold him when he was a little over a week old. Tough time! He's now a strong and fabulous 10 year old. The NICU is the most depressing yet the most inspiring place ever to be. I've cried with many other parents and families. We stayed at the Ronald McDonald House for 3 weeks with my oldest who was only 19 months old at the time. They are an OUTSTANDING organization. I donate every year to them, monetarily and with my time. Thank you for sharing your story and thank you for promoting the RMH.

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Kate
4/4/2013 02:17:26 pm

Vickie,

Your story sounds a lot like mine. I didn't get to hold Carter for the first 3 days either. He has grown into an amazing, vibrant child. I'm so thankful that he's okay and succeeding. Thank you for sharing your story with me. Good luck with the contest! :)

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priscilla vidal
4/4/2013 09:22:24 am

I would love to read all the books!

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Kate
4/4/2013 02:15:30 pm

That's perfect Priscilla! Good luck to you! :)

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Heather Adam link
11/21/2020 12:29:15 am

Great blog you have heree

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Kate Mathias
11/24/2020 07:16:50 pm

Thank you, Heather! :)

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    I am a mother of three and  live in Phoenix.  When I am not driving my children around to all of their activities or stuffing my face with all things chocolate, I can be found writing.  

    My fourth book will be available in a few weeks.  Awake, but Still Dreaming is my journey about overcoming a brain tumor.  A portion of the proceeds will be given to National Brain Tumor Society to help with research to find a cure.

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