I came across a website/organization after clicking on a picture of a necklace I liked on pinterest. The organization is Mamie's Poppy Plates. This is part of the description on their website: "Mamie's Poppy Plates is a donation supported non-profit, whose mission is to provide tangible mementos to families who suffer stillbirth or infant death." What a fabulous thing to do for families! I know from experience the need for something tangible. Nineteen years ago I gave birth to my son, Eric. He was born with severe heart defects and died two days later. There are no memories of first words, first steps, birthdays, first day of school...I could go on and on. Giving families something tangible is so important. Had this organization existed nineteen years ago I would have cherished the memento they provide.
As I was perusing the website I noticed that they are putting on their very first 5K. Yay! A race! I love a race! So, I registered and will be running.
I feel odd putting all this personal stuff out there for everyone (okay, my friends. haha) to see, but this is something that is very close to my heart. Go to the website and check them out. If you can, register for the race. I'll be there!
http://www.mamiespoppyplates.com/#
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