For the first time...

Megan and Andrew

Our sweet nephew, Andrew, had a different start in life. He was born 3 months and 3 days premature. For the next 101 days after he was born, he was in NICU fighting each day for his life. After he was released from the hospital, he was still on oxygen, a feeding tube and for a lack of a better word, very fragile. Because of this, as a precaution, we told the kids that only adults were able to hold him. My kids were understanding, but also sad. In the coming months, he moved away to Chicago with my sister Emily and her husband, Stephen. While he was at his new home, he grew and got stronger. This month, they came back to Utah for a special visit. My kids were counting down the days for them to come. They couldn't wait to hold Andrew for the first time.

Nathan and Andrew

We are so grateful for this little guy. He has taught our family so much about prayer, blessings and love. We enjoyed many days together and miss them very much. We are so grateful for Eternal Families and the blessings for families here on earth!

Playing on the floor with Hailey, Andrew and Megan