It was a cold day in January when I got a phone call from one of our friends at IIAM (International Institute for the Advancement of Medicine – the organization who placed Amalya’s donations with various researchers) asking what I … Continue reading
Bethany C.
It’s hard to believe, but July marks the one year anniversary of Purposeful Gift. We are proud to say that over the past year, the site has doubled in size! It has been fun watching it grow and change as … Continue reading
Recently I had the amazing opportunity to work directly with a family and Organ Procurement Organization to help coordinate a possible donation from a baby whose life is expected to be brief. One of the potential donations being discussed was … Continue reading
It is a long, complex journey when a family makes the choice to carry to term after receiving a terminal diagnosis. Everything changes – hopes, dreams, desires, the way plans are made – both simple plans and complex ones. Making … Continue reading
Late the other night I realized it had almost been a year since he came home. Amazed at how fast time goes by, I went and got my calendar from last year to double check the date. Sure enough written … Continue reading
As we get ready to turn the page on our calendars from April to May, I want to take a moment and reflect on some awesome things that happened during April and discuss why April is special to me. As … Continue reading
If you are like me, most days are filled with routine, day-to-day activities, maybe even mundane activities. On occasion, something special happens, but for the most part life is just a normal. But, have you ever had a moment that … Continue reading
Back in July 2013, I felt the Lord tugging at my heart to pursue a way to serve families in a more hands-on way. Although I have the opportunity to serve families through my website, I don’t always get the … Continue reading
I am excited to share that after months of debate, avoidance, and procrastination, I have finally stepped out and shared Amalya’s story on two different infant loss websites. Although I love talking about my son and sharing him with others, … Continue reading
I began this blog post back on January 1, but due to a crazy start to the New Year, I never finished it. Each time that I’ve sat down to work on it since then, something pulled me away. Last … Continue reading