Brrrrr. We awoke to gloomy, gray skies today. A look at The Weather Channel website said that the temps would be in the low 40's but feel about 10-degrees cooler because of the wind. They were correct!
Today was the March of Dimes - March for Babies. One look outside and I thought for sure my phone would start ringing off the hook with people letting us know they wouldn't be making it out to the walk. Boy, was I wrong! Headed down to Phalen Park and had a great turnout! Even with a few team members who were unable to make it out, Kylie's Crusaders had almost 30 walkers this year! We also were very happy that four of the NSC Minnesota Stars soccer players came out and braved the weather! A huge thanks to everyone who came out!
Poor Kayla was miserable for most of the walk, but thanks to Joesy, Uncle Steve, Aunt Bethany and others Mommy didn't go insane with an unhappy toddler. Everyone did their best at trying to keep her warm and happy! The day took it's toll and about 15 minutes after the walk ended she was asleep on my lap. She took a good 4 hour nap, woke up, ate dinner, played and then was back in bed at her usual bedtime!
Next year I hope that we get an even bigger turnout of Kylie's Crusaders (I am putting in an order now for wamer weather!) Watch for fundraising efforts over the course of the next year. We hope to do a fundraiser event this winter!
Despite today's cold weather, my heart is very warm as I reflect on the day. There are two days a year that get us thinking even more than usual about Kylie. The March for Babies day and her birthday. It was so wonderful to have such an outpouring of love and support on this day that we walk in her memory.
Angels lift us to our feet
when our wings have
trouble remembering how to fly
when our wings have
trouble remembering how to fly
The pain of losing Kylie will always be present, but the love we continue to recieve helps lessen the ache. Thank you to all of our friends and family who have been our angels over the past four years, your support and love have truly helped us to our feet over and over again.
