Where on earth do I start? There are not adequate words to describe this experience for us nor are there words to express our gratitude to all of those who participated, donated, helped and attended this event in our behalf. It was one of those "once in a lifetime experiences" that we have been so fortunate to have. Oh how we wish everyone could have felt what we felt that night. It was an outpouring of love that was so incredibly overwhelming and it lifted us beyond our imaginations. The concert was amazing and so much fun. We truly respect all of the artists who participated. They live up to the utmost definition of goodness. I wish we could thank each and every person individually who helped make this event a success. We know so many of you made a lot of effort in advertising, getting donations, etc. The funds raised will ease the financial burden we are facing with Paul unable to work and the medical expenses that will continue to come, but truthfully, I feel like the most amazing gift from this experience is the love we felt from all of you. And that is worth more than anything money could buy! We are so humbled. The true highlight of the evening was seeing the faces of so many beloved friends who were in attendance. We felt of your spirits and we will draw from this experience for many months to come, especially in those challenging times. Since the concert there has been many tears of gratitude in the quiet moments of our home as donations continue to silently come and as we replay this event in our minds. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Eden was such a ham....and was so happy. I am glad she felt the magic too!
We were really touched that people waited and waited to get in to the concert. We were so shocked that it sold out.
This is me and Paul's darling mom. She has been heaven sent and I am so very grateful for her incredible support. She watches Eden without complaint when I have to work and Eden adores her. Her emotional support keeps me grounded and I feel so lucky to have her, especially while we deal with Paul's failing health. She sure raised an incredible son too! She is one of a kind.
This is me and Paul's beautiful sister Becky. All of Paul's siblings are wonderful and I admire them all. They were so great as they rallied around to pull this event off. His sister Carol was responsible for the silent auction and her organization skills are amazing. Several of my siblings and other family members helped out too. Everyone that participated made this event an overwhelming success. Family is life's greatest blessing!
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You're the bomb!!! I love you. Please post more photos of you on here...
You are the bomb.. Yes Eden is a ham, but a cute one I might add.. We had such an amazing time. I have not cried that much in a while~ it was well needed as well as a kick my butt and put me back into check. I often feel sorry for myself over my losses and just wonder about life. It takes stories like Paul and Gracie and My brother who have other trials that I am not sure I would want to be faced with. I need to remember that I am truely blessed.
I cannot even describe in words how great it was to be able to provide items to be in the auction and to feel like I was able to contribute. I feel so blessed to be able to listen amongst others to the great music we heard and see the wonderful faces of those little one's who are struggling or who lost there struggle, thanks again for you great friendship. I am not sure how it is people get connected with one another in life, but for us to cross paths from SLCC many many years ago to the nicu to now, it was meant to be. I love you, your SO amazing and I cannot even know how you do it. I am so touched just by how you do it. Love you!
That 4th picture down is particularly awesome! Frame-able, to be sure! :)
It was an incredible night. Even though we were at the top and unable to visit with you, please know how much it meant to us to be there for you!
Lynnette, YEAH you blogged. I am thrilled. I hope to keep up with the Cardalls. You are beautiful. THese photos are wonderful of you. It was a wonderful night and although I didn't experience it the way you did, the love and support I felt on your behalf was also amazing.
Sean and I wish that we had been able to be there!!! I am so glad to hear that it was such a success. We are praying for you so much and wish we could be closer to help support you more. I hope Annie and Eden can meet in the near future. We love you!
It was an amazing night for an amazing little family!
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