I wanted to take a break from packing and moving to post a quick, but endless thanks to Faith Massey at "Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep" for the wonderful service she gave our family the day Kayleigh went to Heaven.
Faith was very professional and heartfelt, that having her with us was like having family there when we needed her most. In a time of sadness, you never think to have someone capture your final moments with that special someone. We are so blessed that Faith was there to take photos of those beautiful moments we had with Kayleigh.
Please visit Faith's blog (CLICK HERE), where she has put together a video of the beautiful photos she took May 11th and how I pray no one would ever need to contact "NILMDTS" because a loss of a loved one, it was by far the most greatest decision we have ever made. This is an organization filled with pure love and we couldn't be more blessed to have them a part of our lives.
Thank you Faith!
104 comments:
Amazing!!! What a blessing..
Thank you for the update- i think of you all often and hold my kids tighter every day because of Kayleigh. Thanks for sharing her life with all of us.
She did a beautiful job capturing your precious angel and the glorious day the she went home.
I've felt kind of lost this last week with no new blogs or pictures of Kayleigh to see. I can't imagine what these last couple of weeks have been like for your family because our family truly misses that little girl. You really did touch our hearts so deeply that we will never forget her.
We hope your move goes smoothly and we will continue to pray for your family. God Bless!
We continue to pray for your family and weep with those who weep. We have all been blessed by knowing Kayleigh.
What an amazing tribute to Miss Kayleigh Anne and your family. Thank you for sharing.
This is my first time commenting, though I've been visiting Kayleigh here for months. It's hard to find the words to say sometimes but please know that myself and others around me have constantly prayed for her and for your family. It amazes me every time I visit because I can't even believe how strong of a family you must be to make it through this. I am so sorry for your loss but we all know she is in a much better place now where she will feel no pain and will be able to watch down upon your family with a heart full of love. Best of luck to the Freeman family and friends.
Adam and Aimee-
This is so beautiful. I wondered how it was for you to have these pictures taken. I wasn't sure if it was really a good idea, if it would take away from your last moments with Kayleigh. I was so wrong for thinking that. If anything, it made thoses last moments with her even better. The closeness and raw emotion is just beautiful. I Thank You and your family from the bottom of my heart for sharing this with all of us. It means a lot. Kayleigh has become a member of many families across the world and we do appreciate you sharing her last moments.
Thank You again,
shelby
Oh, Adam & Aimee-The pictures by Faith are absolutely gorgeous. Beautiful. Lovely. I hope when you look at them... you can feel the way you felt holding Kayleigh.
Thinking of you...
Im crying right now because little Kayleigh's life was so beautiful and so well put through that video. Thank you for sharing it with us.
That was just beautiful. I know you will cherish it always.
I looked at her slideshow yesterday...the pictures of Kayleigh and the family were gorgeous! She did a great job capturing the love you have for one another.
The video and pictures are so beautiful. I cried through the entire thing.
That was amazing and absolutely beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing. I cried through the whole thing. I love the pictures of her caregivers too. You can see on their faces how much she meant to everyone of them. And it shows a true testimate to both of you to allow them those last hugs and moments too. Of course by now, nothing that you do that is unselfish is surprising.
Thank you for sharing that link. What a beautiful video with pictures y'all will treasure forever! What a blessing! Continuing to pray for your family!
NILMDTS is amazing...and i'm so glad that in a time of grief and pain, there can be such beauty. your pictures spoke volumes of god's love and grace...thank you for sharing them with us!
speaking of pics, i tried to email you our balloon release and got rejected...not that you need to see my pics, but i did a post on you all honoring you on my blog on tuesday this week with some of the shots...if you would like th actual pics for some reason, please send along a message.
i can't thank you all enough for your strength and endurance and faithfulness. and may you have an uneventful move week....god bless.
Those were amazing pictures - the video she put together is priceless - am praying for your family - I hope the move goes well and look forward to hearing more from you as you start this new chapter in your lives!
Absolultely beautiful....
absolutely breath taking. My prayers are still with your family.
What a beautiful video and photos of your sweet angel Kayleigh. Thank you for sharing with us. I am in prayer everyday for your and your family during this time. Kayleigh's life has touch so many. God Bless you.
NILMDTS is indeed a wonderful organization. They took our maternity photos and when Carleigh arrived.
That sounds like a beautiful experience - I can't wait to watch her video. What she wrote about your family touched my heart.
Adam - Are you still going to be moving in with your parents or did you find an apartment or buy a new house? Wherever you and your family are going- I hope the transition to a new home goes as smooth as possible.
I am continuing to pray that God gives you all the strength to get through this tough time.
Take care and lots of love to you!
May you rest in peace, Kayleigh.
what a beautiful tribute to your sweet little princess!!!
Oh, what a precious montage that Faith has put together of the photos she took. I'm sure you will always cherish those pictures that will help to better document your time with Kayleigh while she was here on earth.
"Held" (just as Faith played in the clip) has almost always come to mind when I think of what you have been going through recently. Also, on my way home earlier this week I heard "Homesick" by Mercy Me on the radio (for the first time in a while) and it really made me think of you. Here are a few excerpts:
You're in a better place, I've heard a thousand times
And at least a thousand times I've rejoiced for you
But the reason why I'm broken, the reason why I cry
Is how long must I wait to be with you...
Help me Lord cause I don't understand your ways
..., even if you showed me, the hurt would be the same
Cause I'm still here so far away from home...
In Christ, there are no goodbyes
And in Christ, there is no end
So I'll hold onto Jesus with all that I have
To see you again
And I close my eyes and I see your face
If home's where my heart is then I'm out of place
Lord, won't you give me strength to make it through somehow
I've never been more homesick than now
Wow, what a beautiful job Faith did. The whole video was beautiful but I started sobbing like a little baby when "Baby Mine" started playing, as this was a song I used in a video for my daughter's 2 1/2 months in the NICU. If she weren't taking a nap right now, I would snatch my daughter up and give her a big hug and a kiss right now. Thank you for sharing.
Kayleigh is so beautiful, as are you, Aimee, Allyson and Brandon. She was blessed to have been given to such a wonderful loving family here on Earth. God certainly makes no mistakes!!
God Bless you Freeman Family!
The video is beautiful! I have been thinking about your family every day still. My husband was asking me if there were any plans to have a different bracelet made. We are still wearing our pink ones. Just curious. We want to continue to honor Kayleigh's amazing life.
We hope to be sending our balloon release photos soon. We moved too and I am looking for the cords.
How are you guys doing? We pray for you a lot.
Very, very sad but truly amazing photos that you will cherish forever. Still constantly thinking and praying for you.
Tiffany in Georgia
That was so incredibly beautiful, and ultimately gut-wrenching. ((HUGS)) I just had the biggest ugly cry ever, but I'm so thankful to you for sharing those amazing photographs (and her story) with us. Kayleigh is just beautiful, your family is beautiful, and to know she is with Jesus is the ultimate happy ending for your sweet baby. You and your family are in my prayers.
God Bless,
Joanna
I am in tears as I sit her at my desk at the video is absolutely breath taking. How wonderful it must be to have those pictures to cherish forever. My God's peace be with your family.
Miranda Herring
Houston, Texas
All I can say is "beautiful." It made me cry all over again. You are terrific, Faith!!!!
That was absolutely beautiful! Faith did a wonderful and touching job capturing your last moments with Kayleigh, and I know you'll treasure those pictures until you see her face to face again! God Bless you!!
What a beautiful video. Those pictures are amazing, they will be such a blessing for you to always have. Continuing to pray for and think of you.
It is a fantastic service. And, the photos are amazing, Adam.
How lucky & truly blessed you were to have NILMDTS there to capture those final moments. We too lost our little girl (in completely different circumstances) and even though the hospital was kind enough to take pictures for us of her, none were made with my husband, older son, or me.
I am SO sorry for your loss but so glad you are sharing your story & GOD's love thru your blog during this terrible storm.
Your family are in my prayers as you transition on past this part of the storm & GOD heals each of you. May HE wrap HIS warm, loving arms around you all & comfort you.
God Bless,
Joscelyn Morrison
All the videos and pictures are amazing. What an special treasure NILMDTS are.
We continue to bow before our Heavenly Father for your family.
I just watched the video that Faith did. I must say I cried and hurt for you all. I can't imagine the pain you feel but also the JOY in knowing that your sweet baby girl is in the best place EVER. May the days ahead bring peace and comfort. Thank you for sharing so much of your lives and most importantly...Kayleigh with us all.
God Bless from Tx.
Danielle Mueller
So beautiful, thank you for sharing. You have something very special to always cherish.
Thank you so much for posting the link to the video. Kayleigh touched so many hearts and truly helped me renew my faith! God bless you all and may He continue to comfort you during this difficult time!
beyond beautiful. I cried the entire way through it.
Adam and Aimee, your strength is an inspiration.
God Bless
Those portraits are so beautiful! She did a wonderful job. And thank you for sharing them with us. It was heart-warming to see those precious photos of Kayleigh.
Also, I have tried to send our balloon release photos, but it comes back saying your email inbox is full. I hope to be able to send them to you soon.
Yesterday I watched Faith's video of Kayleigh's photos. She did a wonderful job w/the photos and putting the video together. Especially loved that she included Kayleigh's care givers at the NICU. It was so obvious that they loved Kayleigh like there own.
Also loved your 3 videos of Kayleigh's life. Wow, only our amazing God could carry you and Kayleigh through this journey.
I've followed Kayleigh's (and your) story since early July 08. It is truly amazing how God worked miracles, blessed your family and others, was bigger than we can comprehend, gave you greater faith, salvation, grace, peace and the list goes on and on.
May God continue to be with you and your family as you start a new normal life. I'm hoping that you will continue your blog so we can continue to pray for you. Even though I don't know you personally, I feel that I do know you through your blog.
God Bless!!
Beautiful pictures. Kayleigh looked like an angel. She is so missed.
God bless your beautiful family and your precious hearts. You've all been on my mind and even though we don't know one another, love is there. Thank you so much for sharing your little Kaleigh with all of us~her little footprints are forever imprinted upon on hearts.
Forever(((HUGS)))~Grandma~rella
That was absolutly beautiful, thank you for sharing with us. I wrote Kayleigh's name in the sand of VA Beach the day of her memorial as I prayed for you guys. I have a picture if you'd like it, just contact me.
As I was watching the video, I had to go scoop up my almost 11 month old and hold him as I cried and watched. As I watch him grow I don't think I will ever forget Kayleigh. She taught us to love so much deeper.
The photos are beautiful and Kayleigh is so precious.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=taPPzMgGp8E&feature=related
Absoulutey BEAUTIFUL and AMAZING. God Bless you all.
There are many angels among us. Faith is one of them!
What an amazing women to get your last moments with your true angel to charis her with out all the tubes
Oh My - that was BEAUTIFUL!!! My tears were flowing watching that! We continue to pray for your family....we will NEVER forget Kayleigh!!!!
The Fullers
sorry dont forget i would love to keep seeing yall update her site with yalls new she is in a better place but i know it hits me inthe heart she is truely gone iam on my knees to prey for yall
The video is simply stunning. Faith captured the emotions and tone of all of us who are grieving from afar.
Praying for your family.
Absolutely Beautiful...I cried through the whole video...SOOOO sad but so inspirational, your strength as a family is amazing..Thank you for the update.
Love to you all..Missing Kayleigh
Helen and Family
Biloela Queensland
Australia
Freeman's:
I have cried my eyes out once again. This video is absolutley breath taking and I am in awe of it. You can truely see the peace in Kayleigh and you both. Oh how we can all learn so much from this. I have been trying not to be sad but it is so hard not to be. I know I will see her again one day and that she is in more pain and is whole and this is something to truely be happy about. My sister in law emailed my pics yesterday of our balloon release to Adam's team freeman email. Let me know if you didn't get them. :) Your family never leaves my thoughts and prayers I am forever grateful to you. I know Kayleigh is in Heaven smiling down and is so so very proud of you two and thankful God chose you two to be her Mommy and Daddy. We love you a lot!!!
That was so amazing and beautiful at the same time. That is an amazing ministy that they offer.
Adam--How are you??? I check the blog often hoping to find out you guys are ok. Please let me know I am concerned and pray for your family often. Your family is amazing how wonderful you were with Kayleigh when she got to take the great journey to the lord.
Love and Prayers
Kristy from MI
What an incredible video. For 7 minutes and 31 seconds I cried and marveled in Kayleigh's amazing life. Thank you for sharing her with us. I feel closer to God because of your families' enduring faith and trust in Him. Due to your blog and Kayleigh's life, God has spoken to my heart and is bringing me back to the place where I need to be. I'm listening now.
In Him,
Angie
Portland, OR
That was so precious. I pray you all are doing well.
Aimee and Adam,
The video is utterly breathtaking, it has captured your family and our dear sweet kayleigh perfectly. The footage of the caregivers completed the story of kayleigh's family as I imagine they feel like part of the Kayleigh family. I think back over my 45 years and I can only count less than 10 people who have been in my life that irrevocably changed my life for the better forever, and I count dear Kayleigh and your family as one...... Thankyou for sharing Kayleigh's story with the world, your little girl is truely amazing and was definitely here for an extraordinary reason. I can't listen to the song amazing without thinking of our little princess and it is never with dry eyes, but the tears are now a mixture of sadness and eternal love for the little girl the song was meant to be written for. I now pray that the future for the Freeman family is one of love and happy times, Kayleigh will be guiding from above - and I know things will work out - your love, faith and strength is beyond belief. God bless the Freeman family until they meet Kayleigh again.
It truly was an amazing journey as I have spent the past week reading every post you have made. I'm terribly sorry for your loss and have shed many tears as I've felt close to Kayleigh. I can't imagine the pain you're going through. I just want you to know that this blog was a very good idea as it has brought me closer to God, and to my own husband and child. May God be with sweet little Kayleigh and you guys. I will never ever forget her story...
God bless,
Maria
wow, so, so, beautiful. adam and aimee, you are amazing. brandon and allyson, you are precious. kayleigh must be so happy to watch over you now!
That was absolutely beautiful. Faith did a wonderful job of honoring Kayleigh Anne. As tears stream down my faces as they do everytime I think of you and your sweet Kayleigh. The world won't be the same without her in it but is a better place because she was. We miss Kayleigh.
It's wonderful to see how much everyone cared for her and how special people like Faith and NILMDTS are. Praise God.
God Bless.
The Durnings
I watched her video yesterday and I was sobbing she did an amazing job and Kayleigh was just so incredibly beautiful. I miss her so much that smile and those eyes so happy and full of life. I am praying hard for your family and hoping that you are finding peace and strength during this difficult time. I love you Freeman Family please continue to post and keep us informed Kayleigh lives on through you and her legacy will live on forever. God Bless!
Summer and Family in California
So perfect. What wonderful great memories captured in a picture.
I watched one of your old YouTube videos of Kayleigh... still can't believe she's gone... she's so beautiful.
How are Aimee and the kids coping?
~AZ Mommy
Wow, those songs with that video were way too sad!
That is a beautiful video of a beautiful family. I am so glad that Faith included her care takers as I know they are grieving as well. In Kayleigh's short time here on earth she touched so many people and that is thanks to your family being willing to share your story. Thank you for doing this and thank you for sharing the video from Faith.
Jen
That was absolutely beautiful and the tears are still here. It brought back a lot of memories of the day I lost my angel, however we were not as lucky to get pictures like that taken (although Ava's picture will forever be in my mind). My prayers continue to go out to you and my heart continues to ache for you. You guys are a wonderful, special family...evidence of God sending you one of his finest. What beautiful angels God has with him...between Ava, Kayleigh and the other beautiful babies that have gone to be with Him.
Thank you for sharing the pictures of your beautiful family.
Amy
Sweet Beautiful Angel with amazing strength!!!
Absolutely breathtaking! What an absolute treasure those photos are! Thanks for sharing - praying for you each day!
The Lindsay Family
Kenmore, WA.
I have followed your story since babycenter. I was on the Sept 2008 board until my daughter; Brianna was stillborn at 38 weeks. I also used NILMDTS and my photographer also was wonderful.
I'm so sorry for the loss of your daughter. Remember our daughters may not be able to be with us but they are never far from our hearts.
I will continue to pray for you and your family as you adapt to your "new normal".
amazing photos. thank you so much for sharing them. I am a Labor and Delivery nurse at a large hospital in Phoenix. I was so impressed with the photographers work. your daughter is a beautiful gift from God and I have been praying for you and your family since I found your blog about 3 weeks ago.
Thank you for sharing these images with all of us. It was a blessing to see Kayleigh in her final moments on this earth, knowing that the next time we see her, will be in Heaven, with the Lord!!!
I miss seeing her each day, in your different posts. But, I try to remember, that she IS alive still.. just in an eternal place. That brings comfort. I know Jesus welcomed her, into His arms. That is a good feeling. Knowing, she is not suffering anymore. I have many health problems, and I know what pain is. It was so hard imagining the kind of pain she was in. Now, all that hurt is gone. And she, is free from all of those burdens. Praise the Lord!!! On this video, there was a code so people can embed it in their pages/sites. I hope you do not mind, I added it to my page. If you would like to see it there, here is my address:
www.myspace.com/joy4theLord
I pray your move is blessed. Please keep us posted!
Lots of love,
Joy
Very nice pictures:) she did a great job
What precious memories for you to have. I cried through all the pictures. The song "Held" is a favorite of mine. It helped my heart heal when I lost my precious Mom 3 1/2 years ago. When I hear it I have to cry and smile because it answers so many questions for us who are left behind. Much love and prayers to ya'll.
Debbie
Elgin SC
Though we believe she is yet to go to heaven, we are still glad there was some sunshine through this storm.
That was so beautiful!
It brought me back to all the emotions I had the first time I watched the video of our conjoined twins a few days after their death.
My eyes were filled with tears the whole time I watched Kayleigh's video. I was grieving for you guys as I remembered all too well what y'all are going through.
Ecclesiastes 7:1-4, 7:9-14
A good name is better than precious ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth. It is better to go to the house of mourning than to go to the house of feasting, for this is the end of all mankind, and the living will lay it to heart. Sorrow is better than laughter, for by sadness of face the heart is made glad. The heart of the wise is in the house of mourning, but the heart of fools is in the house of mirth. Be not quick in your spirit to become angry, for anger lodges in the bosom of fools Say not, “Why were the former days better than these?” For it is not from wisdom that you ask this.Consider the work of God: who can make straight what he has made crooked? In the day of prosperity be joyful, and in the day of adversity consider: God has made the one as well as the other, so that man may not find out anything that will be after him.
I will keep praying for you guys!
Vanessa
Absolutely beautiful!!!
God bless!!
Alyson
http://wellensfamily.blogspot.com
I hope one day I will be able to watch that and not everything be blurry!! (sad smile) Kayleigh has touched and affected my life in a way I never knew would be possible, and for the bravery, strength and kindness you all have shown in opening up your lives to all of us has just helped me understand and accept faith so much more into my life. Our son had a high chance of being stillborn, so when I was terrified during my own pregnancy, I would read about Kayleigh, and it helped me find faith.
Seeing Kayleigh in her dress, and being held by the RNs, the Neonatologist, etc, absolutely broke my heart. Seeing their faces, and their expressions, were just heartbreaking. Then as Faith put it, you with peace on yours that was hard to understand, was so touching and painful at the same time.
I hope you keep your blog going, because for so many of us, we've grown to love not just Kayleigh, but your family.
Beautiful, breathtaking video. I just tweeted the link and posted to my friends on facebook. My heart remains with your family.
Absolutely peaceful and breath-taking. My heart is with your family...we continue to pray for your strength, hope, and future.
Sarah
I think about your family everyday. I am so glad you were able to capture such precious moments with Kayleigh. I know you will treasure those forever. I am praying for your family. May the Lord continue to draw you closer to Him and each other.
Kayleigh and your family are so very beautiful. You were right, lots of kleenex was required.
I too appreciated that you thought to include the NICU staff. They have lost a precious Princess Warrior, too.
Thank you for being such a beacon to so many. God bless you for your faithfulness. May you be filled with His comfort and peace.
The piece Faith put together was so heartbreaking but absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing it and thank you for being such a blessing to all of us readers. Your faith and hope are inspirational.
My prayers continue to be with your family.
Staci
Wow, beautiful, just beautiful. This pain you are going through right now must be so deep and wide. Lean and collapse on Jesus's sweet shoulders..... let him carry you all through this painful but joyous journey with your sweet baby.
She must be so happy.... just dancing with the angels..... I am sosorry for the pain that comes with earthy loss...
That was so beautiful!! I loved seeing all the pictures of Kayleigh and her wonderful, beautiful family! I'm still praying for you guys every day and I know Kayleigh is so proud of you all!
God Bless
The Baker Family in AL
Will we need a password to view the video?
Absolutely BEAUTIFUL!
The video was absolutely amazing. Those moments with Kayleigh will forever be treasured. The photos take my breath away and I am happy that you were able to share them with all of us who love Kayleigh! She is truly missed, as I find myself lost when I check your blog and there are no updates on beautiful Kayleigh. But she is indeed in good hands watching down on you and your family. She is and always will be a treasure!
Freeman's:
Just thinking of you and wanted to let you know I am still praying hard for you and your family are in my thoughts.
I want you to know how sorry I am.I know it can't take the hurt away. Do know that I am thinking about your family. I pray for you to get through this journey as a whole family. I do agree with you about NILMDTS if it was not for them I would not have any pictures of my son Kenner.
I was just thinking about you all today and dear sweet Kayleigh. I didn't watch the video the last time I was here but I am happy I did today. It was beautiful and so amazing, just like her. I miss that sweet baby. I hope you keep this site forever so that we can all remember. God Bless!
Hope you guys are doing ok. Praying for you in Liberty, Missouri!!!
Praying for your family!!! Hope everyone is doing alright.
The video was absolutely beautiful. The photots of Kayleigh were very breath taking. glad you shared those with us. just thinking about you guys so i decided to leave a comment. Please know that Kayleigh is in a better place know waiting on you guys to come and join her. She will forever be in our hearts.
GOD BLESS YOOU AND YOUR FAMILY!!
Freeman's, you are in my thoughts. I hope all went well during your move this past weekend. :)
Absolutely beautiful. We are continuing to keep your family in our prayers
I also waited to watch your videos and they are truly beautiful. Faith's pictures were brilliant. My heart is so full of emotion even now... I will continue to pray for your family and I know Kayleigh is watching over her precious family. Peace be with you.
I continue to think of you and Kayleigh too. I am praying for your family at this time.
Still think of you and praying for you.
I think of you often and hope you are all ok. I hope things are getting setteled in your new home.
shelby
I have missed your posts. Still praying for you guys. Love the pictures and the sensitivity of heart that Faith showed in a time that has been sad but so special. Kayleigh along with you, Adam and Aimee, Brandon and Allison have touched so many hearts and especially my heart.
The video by Faith was beautiful!! I miss coming by regularly checking for updates, but I feel your daughter so very often. She really was amazing! I hope your family is doing well and settling into your new home. I think of you often and keep you in my prayers. Remember to keep looking up, as Kayleigh is looking down upon you.
I nominated you for an award~ go to my blog to check it out - hugs to you ;)
I miss you guys. I miss Kayleigh. I miss getting on here and getting wonderful updates on her.i miss seing her pics on here.I miss feeling that hope that she will beat all the odds.
I'm so sorry for your loss. I can't even begin to say i know what you are going thru. I wish there was another ending for her. i wish so much...but i know im not alone in this.
I guess my point in this is to let you know that you are not alone.We all have been touched so deeply by her. We all miss her so much. We all are greiving over her.
Please know that if you need anything at all form any of us we would be more than happy to help you.
-Your blog family
I am AMAZED of that NILMDTS.org made it's way ALL the way up here!!! That's wonderful! I'd never heard of it before so curiousity struck... :)
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