Time is going so slow as if people are flying by us, but our world is standing still. The pain in our hearts burn and the tears flow freely like a never ending waterfall. Our eyes try to close as our bodies are fatigued, but our minds are racing with the thoughts of the memories we shared with Kayleigh through these past 11 months. Our souls are screaming with pain as this story was supposed to have a different, dream come true ending. We hold each other close, squeezing tightly, praying this sense of emptiness will fade away.
We never thought we'd finally leave the hospital one last time with an empty car seat and an empty crib to bring our precious daughter home in. The house is cold, it is dark and it is lonely. Our arms that once held this precious miracle will never hold her again anytime soon. We will lay our heads to rest tonight, we will soon wake, but we won't be returning to the hospital. We said our last goodbye only to say hello again one day in the distant future.
Kayleigh rests peacefully, in no more discomfort, and in no more pain. She looked so beautiful tonight as she took her last and final breath, and her beating heart took one last and final beat. Her sparkling brown eyes are now closed and her body now remains still. She is now in the presence of our Lord, her broken body made new, surrounded in the comforting arms of those we've loved who greeted her in the glorious Heaven we know.
Time now stands still for all of us who will miss her dearly, who have been touched by her miraculous journey, and who will never forget her soft sweet smell. Kayleigh will forever be our one pound miracle from God and we certainly will all look forward to seeing her again, holding her in our arms and dancing in circles until we can't dance anymore. No words can describe how amazing and beautiful Kayleigh is, but we all know too well that this is only goodbye, for now.
May this day be remembered for the rest of our lives. May Kayleigh's story continue to teach us about faith and the miracles our Lord can create when we all pray together as a whole. May Kayleigh's story continue to give us hope in our own personal journeys and give us the strength to never give up the fight. May Kayleigh's story continue to fill our hearts with love so that we may hold each other tight and support those in need.
When you tuck your children in bed or kiss your loved one goodnight, please say a prayer for our family. Please pray that we will have strength to get through this difficult time and we will grow in our faith so much more for having experienced the work of God through Kayleigh. Pray we will be there for each other and hold one another tight, as Kayleigh was and will forever hold a special place in our hearts.
We plan to have a memorial next weekend (most likely Sunday) for our sweet Kayleigh and EVERYONE who can come, is invited. We will be posting further details shortly so everyone has time to prepare. We will cry together, laugh together and remember what a precious blessing God has given us all through Kayleigh. May we come together and praise God for the love he has bestowed in all of us.
"Kayleigh, we know our life on earth is just a spec of time compared to the life we have in eternity with you and our Lord. We look forward to the day that we can pick you up and swing you around, dancing, singing and worshipping together. I am sure that your journey to Heaven was greeted with many open arms.
We are so very proud of you for everything you have done in such a short period of time. You've showed us what strength truly is, what determination truly is and what love truly is. There will not be a day that passes that we won't look at your photos and remember how awesome you felt in our arms. Your soft skin that brushes our lips and your tiny little hands that grip our fingers for comfort will always be missed.
We will never get to tuck you in your own bed at night and we will never get to pick you up when you fall. We will never get to hold your hand while you cross the street and I will never get to walk you down the aisle, but please know that your Mommy and I are so blessed that God gifted us with your love, even if it was only for a very short period of time. You will always be in our hearts and we can't wait until we meet again. We love you endlessly and we already miss you so very much! Goodbye Sweetheart...for now."
Love,
Mommy and Daddy
Our wishes were granted and Kayleigh finally felt the cool breeze on her face.
And we finally got to hold our precious miracle without anything attached.
Rest in peace our sweet Angel!
We love you so very much!
Kayleigh Anne Freeman (June 23, 2008 - May 11, 2009 @ 9:44PM)
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«Oldest ‹Older 801 – 1000 of 2264 Newer› Newest»My heart aches for you. I know the Lord blessed you with this precious angel and I know he is holding and loving her now. I also know the grief that you are feeling and I am holding you in prayer. God Bless. Hugs, Marty
I was dreading the day when I would log on and see this post. You two are the most amazing people to handle this the way you have. She's in a far better place, but that doesn't make it easier. No one can fathom what you two are going through unless you've been there. I've already stopped and said a prayer for you this morning. She was a precioius little girl.
TT in Georgia
I am so sorry about your loss. I cannot image the pain that you guys must be going through. Our God is Big! Super Big! And He's still got the whole world in His hands. Take comfort knowing this life is just a vapor anyways. You will be reunited soon, and nothing will ever be able to take her from you then.
Beauty and love in it's purest form, straight from our Sovereign loving Lord. May you know the power of your story. Much love,
Sharon in TX
As so many others have said, my heart is breaking for you and your beautiful family this morning. Kayleigh has touched so many lives and she is truly the angel this morning that we have all grown to love so much. My thoughts and prayers are with you all this morning and in the coming days, weeks, months, & years. Heaven is not just a little brighter today but alot!
Love you sweet baby girl!
Our family is praying for The Comforter to bring you comfort that only He can give.
May God continue to give you strength through the next days, weeks, months, years.
Your family is definitely in my prayers!
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I recently came across your blog and could not stop reading and checking on Kayleigh's progress. She really is so beautiful and I am so sorry for your loss.
I was praying this day would never come...That Kayleigh would walk out of that hospital and allow us to see her grow up. My heart breaks for all of you. Kayleigh has touched so many lives and is a true angel.
My heart is just broken. Her sweet spirit has been and will continue to be a blessing to so, so many. I will praying for your family.
My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Isaiah 41:10
Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort;
Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.
For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ.
2 Corinthians 1:3-5
I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.
John 14:18
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless little Kayleigh!
I love you baby Kayleigh, you have touched my heart.
Words on a conputer screen can never express the sorrow I feel for your family right now. I know this pain and would never wish it on anyone. Our Lord has beautiful new Angel today and your sweet little girl will watch over you always with a healed and pain free body. I will continue to pray for your family during this time. Cling to each other, give extra kisses to your older children and know that our Savior has said that this is not the end for those who believe. ((HUGS))
Life (and blessings also) should Not be taken for Granted! Kayleigh will be the most precious angel in heaven! She will stay in our hearts and minds forever.
Thank you so much for your comforting blog that you write for us to read!
I can't begin to tell you how sorry I am for you loss. God bless you all and give you comfort at this difficult time.
My heart is breaking for you.
Praying for you during such a difficult time.
i am so sorry for your loss! may the Lord bring you a peace that passes all understanding during this painful time.
I cried for your family today, for those left behind. Knowing that Kayleigh is in a better place than we can even beign to imagine. One with no pain or suffering. May your family find peace in their heart someday and know that our prayers are always with you not just know but for the years to come. God Bless.
The tears have been streaming down my face for a while now. Not just today but every day. Kayleigh has touched me more than any other person has. I rejoice that she is not in pain and whole again, but struggle that the outcome was not the way WE want it to be. I know God has a plan for each of us and his will has been done.
Miss Kayleigh-we will see you in Heaven again. I can't wait to meet you and hold you in my arms. You have given me so much in your short little life and I thank you for that. Please be comforted in God's arms.
My heart aches for you in ways I cannot describe. Thank you for sharing her beautiful life and spirit with us. May God grant you peace and understanding.
Kristin
I am so sorry for your loss. May God hold you all close during this incredibly difficult time. You are all in my prayers.
My heart is broken today with the news of sweet Kayleigh.We are praying for you and your family
Carry You to Jesus
by Stephen Curtis Chapman
I will not pretend to feel the pain you’re going through
I know I cannot comprehend the hurt you’ve known
And I used to think it mattered if I understood
But now I just don’t know
Well, I’ll admit sometimes I still wish I knew what to say
And I keep looking for a way to fix it all
But we know we’re at the mercy of God’s higher ways
And our ways are so small
But I will carry you to Jesus
He is everything you need
I will carry you to Jesus on my knees
It’s such a privilege for me to give this gift to you
All I’d ever hope you’d give me in return
Is to know that you’ll be there to do the same for me
When the tables turn
So I will carry you to Jesus
He is everything you need
I will carry you to Jesus on my knees
And if you need to cry go on and I, I will cry along with you, yeah
I’ve given you what I have but still I know the best thing I can do
Is just pray for you
So I will carry you to Jesus
He is everything you need
I will carry you to Jesus on my knees
Your family has taught us so much. We have been checking in on Kayleigh every day since about the begining. My two year old daughter named her baby doll Kayleigh. I am sure it is because we look at baby Kayleigh everyday!. You guys have even touched my two year old! You are amazing. Stay strong! We will stay strong for you and say a prayer everynight! Fly baby Kayleigh, no more struggles!~
Your family is in my prayers...I know it hurts....but she feels no pain now! She is in Heaven! Sweet baby Kayleigh you will always be remembered!
I really can't tell you how incredibly sorry I am for your loss. My life would cease to exist if I lost my daughter. So as I sit here sobbing, my heart breaking for you and your family, I will say a prayer that you continue to find peace with Kayleigh's passing and that she will continue to open the hearts and minds of others out there in this world. You and your daughter will always be in my heart.
I am just so very sorry that your sweet Kayleigh passed away. Sending love.
may God hold her in heaven. She is in no more pain true and an angel forever watching over her family! I am so sad for your family. I am a mom of 3 premiees. 8weeks early,6weeks early and 10 weeks early. I am always praying for families with premmiees as it hits home. May God comfort you in this time.
Sending you all my love. May God be with you. I am so sorry
There is no way to express how truly heartbroken I am for your family. I had followed little Kayleigh's journey since just before Christmas. She is now with the Lord and He will watch over her until the day you are reunited. I hope your family can find peace in knowing this.
I completely fell in love with your little angel and feel as if I have lost a part of me, as well. You will continue to be in my prayers.
My heart goes out to your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. *HUGS*
My sincere thoughts and prayers for your family as you cope with the loss of your sweet 1lb miracle..what a miracle! I am so sorry..may God bless you and keep you held close to him in this time of sorrow.
I am so sad to hear of your little girl's passing. Just wanted you to know that her time with you was an amazing gift from God not just to you but to everyone who has read about her and prayed for her. Your love for her was always hugging her without any wires not just yesterday.
Your family is in my prayers. My heart is broken and I am so sorry for your loss.
Little Kayleigh is truly a miracle from God (as are all children). I'll be praying for peace and comfort for you all.
Thank you for sharing sweet Kayleigh with us...for sharing your joy and your pain and saddness. Thank you for allowing so many to walk this "road" with your family, to allow us to be a part of such a precious life. My heart breaks over your loss, please know that your family is being lifted up today to the throne of the Father, He alone can comfort and give you peace. Praying for you, rejoicing in the beauty of Kayleigh's life and the gift that she has given so many...which is Love:)
I am so sorry- I can't imagine the pain, I am praying for your family. Someday we will all meet Kayleigh up in heaven!
I am sorry and lifting prayers for your whole family.
stacy in Ohio
I'm so sorry. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you.
My heart breaks wide open for you! I am so terribly sorry that your time with Kayleigh on earth has been cut short here and that the happen and miracle ending that we all prayed alongside you for did not come to pass. May you be wrapped in comfort by her love and your sweet memories of your beautiful daughter.
Heaven gained another angel last night. She is in a place without monitors, tubes and the constant flow of tests and blood pricks. Adam and Aimee, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this extremely difficult time that no parent should ever have to face. Thank you for continuing to share the story of your precious little girl who has touched the lives of so many people. I know my life will never be the same because of her courage, beauty and smile :) Sending you our love and hugs!!
Its so hard to share the amount of love, the number of tears, and how many times we spent on our knees lifting your family to the feet of Jesus.
I don't know you, only know about your family through your blog. I have micro-preemie twins, born at 23 weeks (now 20 months). Through many of the same surgeries, diagnosis, and testings, we have been right along side you, in the presence of our Lord and Savior, asking for grace to be instilled in your family, according to His will.
My heart hurts for your family. And please know. We are still here. Although many miles away (WA), we are still praying.
May God's light continue to shine through you.
Just saw the RT this morning. I join in with others here as we stand with you during this time of being separated from dear little Kayleigh.
I have posted your blog on a FB group called TwitSupport. I hope you don't mind. It is a spot to show support when anyone online suffers a loss in their lives. You can find it here:
http://www.facebook.com/topic.php?topic=9595&uid=80628310635#/group.php?gid=80628310635
If that link doesn't open, please get in touch with me if you want to and I will try to send it again,
I am sorry I have to meet you under these conditions. Please know my family prays and holds you up, even though we are so far away.
Ugh! My heart is broken! I am so so so so sorry!
cindie
I am so saddend to hear about sweet Kayleigh. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. She is dancing with Jesus right now!!
I've never posted before, but I come to your site daily to get updates on Kayleigh. I am deeply saddened and sorry for your loss. She is such a beautiful baby and now she rests in heaven with no more pain. Your in my prayers.
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My heart and Prayers will continue for your family. Bless You!!
I know there is nothing I can say to ease the pain of losing sweet Kayleigh but our thoughts and prayers have been with you and we will continue to pray for you and your family as you go through this most difficult time.
Love and Prayers,
The Kramers in IN
May God hold you tightly in His arms and may you feel His peace overwhelm you in these days to come!! Kayleigh was blessed to have you as her parents.
my love and my prayers are with you. <3
My heart aches for you and your family. Praying for you in Texas.
My heart and prayers are with you.
I am stranger just recently acquainted with Kayleigh's story. Your faith, hope and strength have been an inspiration.
God bless you and assist you in this time of need.
Praying for all of your family in the loss of sweet Kayleigh.
Like so many, my heart aches for your family. Praying for all of you...
No parent should ever have to endure the rollercoaster that your family has been on. My heart is heavy and the tears are flowing even though I have never met your family. Prayers are being said for strength during this difficult time.
Your family are in my prayers, may our Lord keep his hand on you and your family and be a source of strength in this very sad time.
I'm so sorry for your loss. Kayleigh is at peace with God at her side. My family have come to love your precious little girl. Your family is in our thoughts and prays.
We love you guys.
I only just learned about Kayleigh and started following your blog last week. I wanted nothing more than for you to be able to bring your sweet girl home and watch her grow. And hearing the news this morning, reading your goodbye post, tears stream from my eyes and sobs escape for I am so heart-broken for what you are going through right now. I know you will see her again in Heaven, but for now, my prayers are with you in your time of sadness and grief!
My heart breaks for you guys. I will keep you in my prayers for strengthfor your family
Adam and Aimee,
My heart is breaking with yours. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Kayleigh is such a beatiful girl and she will be missed. Thank you for sharing her with all of us...
I started balling within the first sentence.
I wish you the best in this hard time.
God sent her for a reason, to make a difference. To show us to cherish every moment we have with the people we love. They can be taken so fast, or in a long slow way. Either way she is in heaven with God looking down and growing up as an angel.
I know she is proud of you two for being there with her and not giving up.
She is an angel and she always has been. Right from when she was born. Her wings just didnt sprout until now.
Take care, and remember there is always people to talk to.
As I sit here with tears flowing down my face, my heart aches for you all as I cannot even imagine the pain and sorrow you must be feeling. Thank you for sharing your beautiful, sweet Kayleigh with the world - her story has touched my heart in ways I didn't know possible. I am so sorry that she was never able to be home with you but I'm sure she is smiling down on you from Heaven and she will live forever in your hearts and the hearts of millions around the world who have followed her journey. May God Bless you all and I will continue to pray for your family that you will find comfort and peace in the days to come. As soon as I read your post this morning, I said a prayer to my wonderful "noni" up in Heaven to keep an eye out for your sweet baby and give her lots and lots of love until the day she can be with her family again!
Baby girl is flying in heaven with her new perfect body. Thank you for sharing your story with us, it means so much to everyone. God bless your family and may He heal your broken hearts. Praying for brighter days ahead in the midst of this darkness.
In Him,
Tara S.
Houston, Tx
My heart breaks with your hearts. I am so sorry. I cannot even express into words how sorry I am. I don't know what to say. I am beside myself. my heart just aches. Sweet Kayleigh is whole and with our Lord and I should rejoice but I can't help but feel this was so...it just was not supposed to happen. She was so much healthier and her fight was almost over and I just, God, I just don't understand.
God bless the both of you. Let Him cover you with His Grace. I pray that you will feel Kayleigh's presence with you for the most difficult days ahead. My prayers are with you.
Tamara from Denver, Colorado.
Im so very sorry for your loss of that very beautiful blessing. There really are no words to say how much I feel for you. I will continue to pray for your family. God Bless.
Just her body is gone from you her soul is right there sitting next to you as you wrote this blog! I loved kayleigh as if she was part of my family and I feel as if she was! She has taught us all something she taught my husband to show emotion and I thank you and her for that. as I type this not just crying but crying and my whole body hurting I am so Thankful that you have the Lord and this just shows that there is a God!!!
kayleigh you have made a great change in everyone's life and I want to Thank you for everything! You made me love My babies even more and hold them tighter! You made me see God through you when in Life I doubted him. Your mommy and daddy are such wonderful people I love you Guys!!
My heart broke when I saw this update. I am so sorry for you as her parents and siblings, but I am happy for sweet little Kayleigh. I am happy that she is finally free from the pain and discomfort of this world. I still wish that she were here for us all to see grow into the beautiful woman that I know she would have been with the strong parents that she has to guide her. God bless you all, and may you still stay strong in your faith.
Hugs to you all,
Jessi - St. Louis, MO
May God hold you and keep you. Your daughter is an angel. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
May the arms of the Lord surround your family at this time. Kayleigh truly touched the souls of people, including mine.
God bless you all......
My heart goes out to you both, I can not even begin to know how you feel. My prayers and thoughts are with you both and your family. Miranda Thomas
My heart is heavy with sadness for your great loss of this precious angel, but I am rejoicing for kayleigh for she is in the presence of our Lord and Savior and I know she is having a great time. My heart is breaking along with you guys but know that Kayleigh's story is far from over. She has touched so many and I will make it my mission to let others know of this miracle child. I thank you Aimee and Adam for sharing with us your precious angel and your words are just beautiful. She will always be with you as I know she consumes your heart and soul. I pray for Brandon and Allyson as they venture through this trial as well. Hold on to one another and rest in the assurance that life is but a blink away from heaven and one day soon we will be there to have an amazing party with Kayleigh.
God bless you guys and always in my prayers,
Amber from Texas
My heart just breaks for you, I so sorry for loss, you are all in my prayers may our God give you strength.
We are so sorry to hear about your little angel. As I looked at the pictures of her 2 days ago and then the one of yesterday - she looks so peaceful. We are lifting you up in prayers and no one is going to be able to keep that little down in heaven. She is dancing and dancing and dancing! Although not knowing your family personally I set here at my computer weeping and heart aching for your family. Lots of love...
I am praying for you and your family. May God comfort you that you may comfort others.
I am so sorry. Your family is amazing. I have never posted on your blog but have been checking it daily for weeks now. Know that I have been and will be praying for you... like so so many people. Much love.
I am so, so deeply sorry for your loss. All I know to say is that you have thoughts and prayers for you and your family from me and my family, and we hope and pray that you are able to find some moments of peace in the midst of your grief. I am thankful to have known your precious Kayleigh, even if it wasn't in person. Her story has truly touched and moved me, and I am thankful to you for sharing her life with the world. She truly was-and will always be-a blessing to us all.
Even though we knew this day was coming soon, it still was a shock to see your post. My heart is broken for your family, but it is rejoicing for Kayleigh, for I know she is having a wonderful greeting in Heaven.
Praying for your family.
I will continue keeping you and your family in my prayers. Sweet Kayleigh is now dancing in Heaven! I'm so sorry that you will not be able to rejoice in that with her, but some day soon you will meet again and get to hold and love on your sweet Kayleigh. I pray for strength and healing for you and your family.
With love,
Dana Raines
I'm so sorry. Your family is in our thoughts.
Dear Kayleigh, how I have prayed for you and your family and my heart is broken right now. Although I know you are in Heaven with our Lord and you are greeted by my baby cousin who has a story much like yours. You and Averie will have so much fun together and we cant wait to see you both again soon. Good bye for now, sweet love, you have been an inspiration and a miracle to us all.
Much love
Melanie
Kayleigh has touched my life and I feel so sad you had to loose your little girl Kayleigh here on earth. I thank you for sharing your story and emotions with us. I pray for your family to have peace, joy again. I will pray for your other children to have peace and understanding. These times are hard. I lost a teenage brother, whenever I see a beautiful sky, I imaging heaven and my Justin with the Lord. You are blessed to have eachother and such a close relationship with the Lord. I am so sorry for your loss.
my heart goes out to you as i pray for our Lord to just hold you, very very close.
MY heart and prayers are with your whole Family..May Gods Peace come upon you.Shes One Amazing Angel watching over her Amazing Parents and brother and sister.
Rhonda
I have followed your story now for several months. I want you to know that you have been and will continue to be in my prayers. My heart breaks for your family. I pray that you continue to find peace in Jesus and in each other as you remember your precious little Kayleigh. Thank you for sharing her with the rest of us.
Kim Mcdonald
Those last pictures are filled with so much love. Finally feeling the cool breeze on her face...finally holding her without anything attached. It's just too much. I am literally weeping for you; With you. Your journey and the beautiful way in which you write has affected me to my core. I am a better person. A better wife. A better Mom. I have been drawn closer to God through you. Your family has given me such a gift. Thank you for sharing your story, your pictures and your prayers. God bless you and hold you in the palm of His hand.
With love and tears,
Bridget in IL
I am so sorry. My heart aches and my eyes cry and my voice prayers all for your beautiful miracle who is now and angel. You are all in my thoughts and in my heart as you go through this difficult time. May God watch over you and support you and carry you through this time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We rejoice in the day when you will reunite with your Kayleigh. God Bless the Freeman's for all their love and encouragement they have given to all of us.
i sit here in tears, as my heart breaks for your family, your sweet girl is in a better place, she is such an inspiration as are you and your family i pray you will have the comfort of your family and friends in this difficult time thank you for sharing your journey
Dearest Kayleigh,
Sweet dreams dear baby. You have touched the lives of so many. You will be sadly missed by your mommy, daddy, brother & sister and the thousands of people who have come to love you. Thank you for reminding us of what is important in life - FAMILY, LOVE & FAITH! I know you would be so proud of your family and the strength they have shown over the past 10 months. Your work here is done and now you have gone home. We will continue to pray for your family.
Hugs & kisses baby girl
Liz & Dylan
wow .. my heart breaks for you all.
Amazing that she chose to be with you on Mother's day, and then her body just tired out the day after.
I have you all in my prayers everyday, you are an incredible family I will never forget. Your baby girl was very very lucky to have you both as parents, your love for her will never fade. Give your other two children a huge hug, they've been through alot ..
My prayers are with you and your family. I just had twins and on the hardest of days, I will remember to know how blessed I am to be able to hold my sweet babies daily. I am a Christ follower and I know that God is sovereign. Find comfort in that DAILY. This is all in his plan. Use it to glorify His name! God Bless
I am sorry to hear this, I already wrote a comment but I feel like I have lost a relative. I can't stop thinking about Kayleigh, that precious bundle. Praying for you all, may the Lord give you pierce.
I am so sad for all of your family and so sorry for your loss. Kayleigh is an angel in heaven now and feeling no pain, so we can only hope and pray that gives us some comfort. My heart is breaking for all of you.
I am so, so sorry for your heartbreaking loss! I wish you peace in the knowledge that your precious child is now in the arms of the lord. Thank you for sharing her brief but beautiful life!
My heart hurts for your family. I pray that God will be with you during this difficult time.
Aimee & Adam, I won't say I know your pain, as each one journeys individually.. But I have a glimmer of understanding having walked a similar path 7 months ago.. I"m praying for your family.
My most heartfelt sympathies.
Praying for your entire family.
Kathy B. in PA.
Praying for strength for your family!
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks as I read your post wishing it wasnt true... Your Family has changed my life for the better. I have learned to never take anything, especially my family, for granted. You will continue to be in my prayer and Kayleigh will forever be in my heart. I can not even imagine the pain you are going thru and hope you will find some comfort in knowing you will again see her in heaven.
With a heavy heart
Luz
I am so sorry! I'm crying & praying for you right now. What a testimony you have been through Kayleigh's whole ordeal, and a blessing to so many. Thank you for praising God faithfully even through this difficult times. I will continue to pray for your family.
Saying many prayers for you all!
My heart breaks for you. What a beautiful tribute not only to Kayleigh, but also to God's mighty power and comforting grace. May He continue to uplift you as you journey these sorrow-filled days. May your family and friends continue to point to God and speak His love and comfort. Thank you for sharing Kayleigh's beautiful life with all of us -- we're all better for it. And we'll help keep her memory alive.
Praying for your family in this sad time.
Adam and Aimee,
I am so very sorry to learn of Kayleigh's death.
She was an inspiration to all and now she is a beautiful angel.
God bless you all
I am so sorry for your loss. She will always be a beautiful blessing. I will continue to pray for you.
I was hoping I would never come to your blog and have to see this. I am heartbroken for you and your family. Sweet baby K will be missed so much. Even though I dont know you guys, you feel like family, and have touched so many lives. She was such a strong girl and fought harder than ANYONE I know in her short 11 months. Please keep writing. It is very helpful in the grieving process, and we need to do it right along with you. we love you.
I am so sorry. Kayleigh touched many lives. Now she is dancing in heaven and watching over her family the way you have watched over her these past 10 months. My prayers are with you.
I am so sorry for your loss. What a precious gift she was. You'll see her again someday. We're praying for you.
My heart is broken for you and I am praying...
My heart breaks for you both. My prayers are with you.
Praying for your family, so very sorry for your loss, but rejoicing that Kayleigh is in Heaven and pain free! What a wonderful and comforting thought. May you have the strength you need to get through this rough time.
PS - My little guy (16 months) is "singing" along to Rascal Flatts playing on your blog right now, saying his goodbyes to Kayleigh. God bless you and your family!
Jesus love the little children all the children in the world.
No words can express what I still feel after reading your post. No words can ease your pain nor will it make it easier, what you will have to go through now, as your precious Kayleigh took that one step to the other side...where we all are not allowed to follow yet. If I could do anything for you-I would. But coming from far away over the ocean to visit you, it is not so easy. At least I can promise you, my heart and my thoughts are with you, from one bereaved mother and family to another.
Love from Germany
Claudia
Praying for your family. May God bless you and comfort.
Your wonderful little Kayleigh Anne has made me look at my life with my new son in a different way. Now when he is crying so hard and loud I do not get as frustrated knowing that his life is so precious. I am a better mom after reading and following your story. Thank you for sharing your most hurtful moments so I can be a better more spiritual person.
You are in our prayers!!
God bless all of you during your time of grief and loss. Praying hard that God will surround you in peace and comfort.
crying with you and praying for you.
I have no words, just prayers. We will be praying for your family. I am very sorry for you loss.
You all have shown such courage and strength, faith and love in such a trying time in your life. Words cannot express the heartache I feel for you all at this time. Isn't it so wonderful to have the knowledge that you will all be together again soon. Kayleigh has touched so many peoples hearts and you both have been such a powerful example to me of selfless and unwavering love. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. It puts a smile on my face to know that Kayleigh is wrapped in the arms of our Heavenly Father. Her time here on earth was very short, but the work she has done here on earth.....amazing.
I'm very sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. I'm glad you find a little peace in knowing she is in our Lord's arms now. But it sure doesn't make you miss her less.
I'll be praying for you both to find strength and peace in Jesus' arms.
As I sit here sobbing for your loss and can also rejoice in knowing that Kayleigh is whole today. I can't wait to meet her in heaven and let her know that her strength reminded me to slow down, to be patient and to love. Thank you so much for sharing your perfect little girl with me! I will never hear the songs from your blog and not think of baby Kayleigh. Much love and prayers now and forever...
I just found your blog on Sunday night. I will pray for you and your family. I am thrilled that kayleigh is home with the Lord but the sadness and the aching that you feel I know is still there. Thank you for sharing your journey.
Words are not enough.....
I don't know you but little Kayleigh has touched my heart. I have been praying for her (and your entire family) daily. I am so sorry that she is not in your arms, but I rejoice with you that she is in Heaven and healed.
My prayers will continue to be with you...
In His Name,
Diana
I have been following your journey from here in nepal. I cannot imagine or even begin to know what you are going through-- but I want you to know that I am praying hard for you and your precious family during this time.
praying from nepal
My sympathy to all of you. Praying for strength and growth as God guides you through this.
Fly high, angel love! You will be greatly missed and touched so many hearts. God be with your mommy and daddy and sister and brother and all the rest of the family that loved you so much. We know you are happy in Jesus' arms now, but it still hurts. Praying for you all.
My heart is broken. I am so sorry for your loss and pray for your family during this very difficult time.
God saw you were getting tired, and a cure was not to be, so He put His arms around you and whispered, "Come to Me." With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away. Although we love you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.
My thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you in your time of loss. Just rest assured Kayleigh is wrapped tight in the hands of our Lord and is smiling down on you! May the Lord provde you the comfort and strength you need to get through this!!
I am so sorry for your loss! May god give you the strength and courage during this time of heartache.
My heart aches with you. . . praying God will give each of you a perfect peace and comfort that only He can give. What a precious Angel. I will continue to pray for each of you in the days and changes ahead. God bless you!
I'm so sorry for loss. Unfortunately, it's a loss I am too familiar with. We lost our son, Ian, 5 years ago after only 7 short days with him.
My heart goes out to you today and the days to come as you process the loss you have experienced. I pray God holds you close as He did us those months after Ian's went to be with Him.
I am so very sorry for your family. Kayleigh is now in heaven where I hope she is playing with my angels. I will continue to pray for your family. I will pray for peace and comfort. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers and know that Kayleigh was so loved by many.
We will forever miss you sweet girl!
Our hearts are aching with you. My prayers will remain for you and your loving family. Thank you so much for sharing your journey of love with all of us.
May the peace that passes understanding guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus as you start on a new path with your family. Praying for comfort with you.
I am so sorry for your loss-my heart breaks for your family. We will pray for your courage and strength at this time. Your story has really made me appreciate all the little things I get to do with my children. Thank you for sharing her story-and please keep on sharing!
Micha
There are no words. May the peace of the Lord be with you during these time. What a glorious day it will be when our Lord and Savior calls us all home and everyone will get to meet this little 1 pound angel. Oh I cant wait. Praying for you and your family
I am so sorry for your family. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you in this hard time.
Julia
I ache for you. I am sorry, she was such a wonderful blessing that taught many. I pray that God holds you now more then ever. God bless little Kayleigh I know she is in heaven playing and laughing. Your daughter will always be a miracle!
-Stephanie Singleton
I started reading your story last Thursday and you have no idea how it has touched my heart. You have been in my prayers and thoughts since then and will continue to be. I look forward to the day I get to meet Kayleigh and tell her how much she impacted my life. What a glorious day that will be! I pray God wraps his arms around your family during this time and comforts you. In Him, Kelli
I have been following Kayleigh's amazing life for a while now. I never commmented, but I was always praying and "checked in" on her daily.
I am so very sorry for your loss. I lost a son too at 36 weeks pregnancy. Losing a child is something I never wish on any person. I pray for God's comfort and peace over your family.
My heart breaks for you. May God grant you peace and comfort during this time. We love you tremendously and know that Kayleigh's legacy will love on!!!
May God Bless and Keep You.
My Heart is breaking for the whole Freeman family. Praying for you.
I am praying for your family tonight...sending much love and warmth.
Larns
Xxx
May God give you peace and comfort right now. Your daughter is beautiful. My prayers are with you.
Rest in peace, sweet Angel. My prayers and thoughts are with you, Freeman family and friends. So many people will miss her dearly, among them us blog readers and facebook friends who followed and prayed for her and you all each day.
Our hearts are broken and we mourn over the loss of your beautiful little girl. We also search ourselves and rejoice for her new found peace. I pray His peace and love for your family.
-The Gores
I prayed so hard that this would not happen Im so sorry for your loss
I am sure nothing I say can help, so just know I am sorry things didn't work out differently.
Thank you for sharing her with us.
I am so very, very sorry.
I am so sorry for your loss. I know you will miss your sweet angel. My prayers are with you and your family.
There are no words. I love her & you so much for the life lessons you have taight me.
I am so, extremely sorry for your loss. Kayleigh's story has touched my heart in a way I can't begin to express. I'll continue to pray for your family every day.
I am so sorry for your loss.
May your memories and faith bring you comfort in the hard days ahead.
♥ and prayers.
Im praying for you and your family to get through this. God Bless!
My heart aches for you today and I pray for God to give you strength and peace at this time. May he wrap your family in his arms and comfort you all. I just recently started following your story through another blog and admire the strength of both your family and your sweet little girl. She will be waiting for you all in Heaven with a big smile on her face!
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. I HAVE WENT THROUGH THE NICU EXPERIENCE AND KNOW THE MOUNTAINS YOU HAVE BEEN CLIMBING. JUST KNOW YOU AND YOUR FAMILY LIFTED PRECIOUS KAYLEIGH TO THE HEAVENS AND NOW HEAVEN HAS THE MOST PERFECT AND PRECIOUS ANGEL. YOU ALL WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS AND I WISH FOR YOU ONLY PEACE. LASTLY KNOW IN YOUR HEART THAT THIS PRECIOUS MIRACLE HAS MADE A LASTING IMPRESSIONS ON PEOPLE EVERYWHERE AND SHE HAS TOUCHED MORE PEOPLE THAN YOU WILL EVER KNOW. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY HAVE INSPIRED SO MANY WITH YOUR COURAGE AND STRENGTH...GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU!
WENDI-TN
we'll keep praying...promise.
so sorry:(
Your story and faith has touched me. I will continue to pray for your family and of course, sweet Kayleigh Anne.
I am sorry. Thinking of you and praying for you.
Praying for you from all the way up here in Southern Ontario Canada.
I've only been following your blog for a few weeks, but have been checking in daily to see the progress. I clicked on MckMama's blog today to discover the news of Kayleigh's arrival into the arms of Jesus.
Please know that prayers surround you from Picton, Ontario. And thank you for displaying to us your determined trust and witness for Jesus Christ throughout your past year's experience.
Michelle Found
Picton, Ontario, Canada
I have been following your story for a while now. I was heartbroken to learn your sweet girl had passed. May you have comfort knowing that she no longer is broken. All my love and prayers.
Tiffany and family
I just found your story last week, yet I am in tears, broken for your family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this very hard time. May the God of peace grant you comfort.
Dear Freeman Family,
“Nothing can make up for the absence of someone whom we love,
and it would be wrong to try to find a substitute;
we must simply hold out and see it through.
That sounds very hard at first,
but at the same time it is a great consolation,
for the gap, as long as it remains unfilled,
preserves the bonds between us.
It is nonsense to say that God fills the gap;
God doesn't fill it, but on the contrary,
keeps it empty and so helps us to
keep alive our former communion with each other,
even at the cost of pain.
The dearer and richer our memories, the more difficult the separation.
But gratitude changes the pangs of memory into a tranquil joy.
The beauties of the past are borne, not as a thorn in the flesh,
but as a precious gift in themselves." Dietrich Bonhoeffer
There are no words that will take away your broken hearts. I am so sorry for your loss.
Sending you peace, Nena and Reese
I have never commented before, but I can not stop crying for Kayleigh and you all. I have checked on Kayleigh everyday since I brought my own baby home for the first time at 6 weeks old in November. She and I share a birthday, and I know I will always think of her on that day. Just want you all to know how much she has impacted my life and how much closer I hug my 4 kids at bedtime because of her. I can't imagine your pain, but you are a strong family and you have each other to hold. Take care.
Leah Lawson
Friday Harbor WA
I am so very sorry!! I will keep you and your family in my prayers as God helps you deal with the loss of your beautiful Kayleigh!!!
I'm so very sorry for your loss, my condolences.
I just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you and praying for you, today and in the days to come. My son was born at 24 weeks 6 days just 4 days after Kayleigh was born. He passed away after 17 days. I know the road you are on and I'll be praying for God's presence in your life.
Anna G.
Adam and Aimee,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Thank you so much for sharing those beautiful pictures and continuing to let us in your life. I will still be praying for you and your family.
Much love,
Christine in Peoria, AZ
Prayers and love sent to your family. God lays a path for all of us to follow. Kayleigh is on her path to Heaven and we will all follow her someday. Although this is the hardest time of all, keep your faith close to your heart.
You are very loved in blogland. I am so heartbroken for you and all the many many families out there who are losing their babies. You are teaching us fortunate ones to love our children with all our might and remember how blessed we are to be able to hug them each night. The little fights we get into, the messes they make seem so small compaired when you hear a story like yours. You have helped me to appreciate my children much more through your pain. God has big things in store for you!
I'm so very sad for you and your family. Thank you for sharing her story with millions of strangers and bringing a lot of us closer to God. I look forward to one day meeting Kayleigh in the halls of heaven. God bless you. All our love to you during this most difficult time.
The world is crying and praying with you all. She has touched so, so many. Most of us could only dream of reaching out to the world as she did. She will always be loved, cherished and remembered. I know she is having the most amazing time in Heaven... seeing things we all have to wait for. playing, laughing, being held by our savior. May God wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you. He will see you through this. Much love and many prayers.
Frances Moore
ABSOLUTELY TOUCHED MY HEART...FROM THE BEGINNING...I DONT KNOW YOU OR YOUR FAMILY OR EVEN HOW I FOUND THIS JOURNEY...THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR LIVES WITH US!! MAY GOD GUIDE AND HELP YOU THROUGH THIS TIME...
Tears streamed down my face as I read this. I am so very sorry I was hoping you would never have to feel this pain. We all know Kayleigh is in a better place now with no monitors or cords attatched. I will keep your family in my prayers and I will never forget Kayleigh and her amazing story. My fiance wrote a poem for you guys that he would like to share about losing a loved one. He said he wanted to post it so here he is...
I wish i could hold you
Feel your lips touching mine
I wise I could tell you
How you're special and you're fine.
I wish i could be with you
I wish you were here
I wish that the tears would stop
I wish i wasn't scared
I wish love didn't hurt
I wish tears didn't sting
I wish my heart was strong
But it's the most fragile thing
With all these things i wish
I cant help but cry
Because at night when all is dark
I look up in the sky
I wish my wishes on a star
But as i softly close my eyes
I see my love our love in your eyes
I see how happy you were in our arms so tight
So tonight when i wish my wish
That wish upon a star
I'll wish that all my pain will stop from saying good bye
I'll wish that your love is not too far.
i wrote this a long time ago and i am happy that i can show how much this story touched me and my family i cried for the frist time when we got up and read what happend. i hope you like it. and im so sorry.
God Bless and Rest in Peace sweet little Kayleigh.
For the past several months I have followed your journey and fallen in love with Kayleigh. I prayed for your family and for Kayleigh everyday since January. Thank you for clinging to the Lord. I pray His sweet love and grace will continue to draw your family closer together. Thank you for sharing your hearts with us. I will continue to pray for your family and your marriage as you continue on the path that God has for you. May God continue to guide you and strengthen you. My heart aches with you today. I am so thankful God gave you 11 sweet months with Kayleigh. May you be able to rest in His peace and love.
praying for you this morning
Aimee and Adam,
Although I don't know you personally, I wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers. I'm so sorry for the loss of your sweet angel. There is no greater hurt than losing a child. You are loved by so many people--family, friends and the friends you have made in the blogging community.
Amber in Colorado
I am so sorry. Words can not explain how I feel. I am deeply saddened to hear this, and I wish the best for you and your family. I know Jesus is taking care for your little girl, and she is safe in his arms now. I can not wait to meet her someday, and let her know just how many lives she has touched. We Love You Kaleigh, The Knight Family.
I am so sorry. I have been reading about your miracle since I saw a bulletin post on myspace 6 months ago. I have lost 2 children due to HELLP/Preeclampsia. Their nicu stays were a month and 2 mos for my little 1 lb preemie.
I admire the stregnth you and your wife have had over the many months spent in the nicu. Many people things like this can break you down and I am so glad that the time spent with Kayleigh has made yall grow stronger with God and within your marriage.
I wish you strength to get through the coming days as you get to the point where the pain is there still, but doesnt completly take your breath away so you can move forward in a world that will never be normal in the way it was before.
The pictures I saw this morning made me cry because I know that pain, and the beauty of seeing your child at peace with no more wires, needle pricks, pain. You wish for them back but very happy they do not struggle anymore. I am also glad you have this site to see the amazing journey she had for a little baby the doctors said would not even survive a pregnancy, and look at all she accomplished!! She has touched many peoples hearts and shows that life is short and we should forgive a little more and love a little stronger, nothing is guaranteed and time is precious.
Praying you will feel the comforting arms of our Father as never before...
Rest in peace lil angel!
My prayers are with you
My heart goes out to you...you are in my thoughts and prayers. I can't help but tear up reading.
Praying for your family. May God grant you peace and comfort.
I am so very sorry your story didn't have the dream come true ending. Kayleigh's little spirit was just to big for this world.
Adam and Aimee, you and Kayleigh have been so strong. I can't even imagine what you must be feeling. The world fell in love with your little angel and we're grieving with you.
She's up there watching over you now and one day, she'll run to greet you with an unbroken body and tell you everything she's been doing. You're in our prayers. God Bless.
"I have fought the good fight and finished the race and I have kept the faith and there is stored up for me a crown of righteousness" -
What a sweet angel she is!! You are so amazing I know you will make it through this. There is a quote that a dear friend gave me after loosing my second baby I thought it might help you too.
"the lord takes many away, even in infancy, that they may escape the envy of man, and the sorrows and evils of thei s present world, they were too pure, too lovley, to live on earth. Therfore, if rightly considered, instead of mourning we have reoason to rejoice as they are delivered from evil, and we shall soon have them again. The only difference between the old and you ng dying is one lives longer in heaven and eterlan light and glory than the other, and is freed a little sooner from this miserable wicked world. Notwithstanding all this glory, we for a moment loose sight of it, and mourn the loss, but we do not mourn as those without hope"
I hope you really understand that you do have the oportunity to be with Kayliegh through the eternities and raise her there with all the love you have for her. I just think of her looking down now and getting her first glimpse of how amazing the things she did here on earth were. I am sure she is in the arms of our Lord and he is looking down with her and telling her she did a good job and did everything he needed her to do.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. Stay strong you will make it.
Many prayers for your family. May you feel God's comforting arms holding you through this hard time.
All I can think of is I'm Sorry for your loss. I wish there was more I could say. Your entire family is in my prayers and know that Kayleigh is now running through valleys of wild flowers and is loved beyond belief.
I am so very sorry for your loss. I will continue to keep your family and beautiful Kayleigh in the prayers
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. RIP Sweet Little Princess!
Our hearts and prayers go out for your whole family. May God bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Nikki and family
Isaiah 41:10 (NKJV)
Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.
Know that I am praying for you, and that God will hold you in his hands. This is not the outcome any of us wanted, and I know your hearts are breaking and bleeding, but God says he will strengthen you, he will help you, he is going to hold you up! He is God, he is still on the Throne, he is the same yesterday, today, and forever and he loves you! I am praying for your family.
Sending you and your family my deepest sympathy & prayers. I am so very sorry for the loss of precious Kayleigh. May God hold you in him hands throught this difficult time.
Freeman Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I'm only a more recent follower, but I believe that little Kayleigh will leave a long legacy.
She went to be with the Lord on the same day as one of my close friends did 3 years ago. Surely he was there to great her.
They are in no more pain, mental or physical, and are dancing in the presence of our Lord. We will see them again one day.
God Bless,
Morgan
My heart is breaking for all of you. We are praying for you! God bless
I want to say that it is bittersweet. She stayed with you, long enough to spend mother's day with her sweet beautiful mother....how sweet it is...but that she is gone, breaks my heart into a million little pieces (and it makes me extra sad that she passed on my birthday)
I hope you feel me lifting you and your family in my prayers and please know that my arms are around you. Oh how my heart aches for you. An ache that only time can subside.
I am terribly terribly sorry for your loss...and following Kayleigh feels like a loss of my own.
What a sweet beautiful girl. I hope you feel her presence when you need it most.
Much love and thoughts for you and yours,
Chantal
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