Kayleigh,
You are 3 years old this Christmas and if you were here, I would probably be watching you impatiently sit at the top of the stairs, waiting for the go ahead to come down and open your presents from Santa. I can hear your soft whimper as you pout, "Is it time Daddy?"
I can imagine how my overprotective self would come running up the stairs to pick you up so you didn't fall down the steps in a mad dash. A glimmer of excitement would come across your face, turning off the trickles of tears, knowing it was time to see what was waiting for her by the Christmas tree.
I would set your squirming little body down and with a brief pause of a moment, your eyes would be wider than ever before. A smile builds upon your face and before I could say, "Go ahead," you bolt to the biggest gift hiding behind the Christmas tree. What would it be??? A rocking horse like her Daddy had when he was little or her first red and white tricycle? Knowing how spoiled she would be, she'd probably get both.
While watching you open your gifts and cover the whole downstairs completely with pink and brown wrapping paper, I would sit in amazement at how lucky I am to have the most adorable little girl. I wouldn't have to open a single gift because my gift is opening her own.
Kayleigh, you are the best present I could ever receive. You have given me the gift of love and have taught me the gift of giving. Your heart is bigger than anything in this world and you continue to give faith, hope and love to everyone who knows you. You have taught me and so many others to give from your heart, whether it is Christmas or not. You're such a blessing and I am beyond grateful and proud to be your Daddy.
Days continue to pass on and instead of crying my eyes out that you are no longer here, it just reminds me that I am one more Christmas closer to holding you in my arms again.
We all love and miss you so much sugar bear!
Merry Christmas,
Daddy
28 comments:
Merry Christmas, Adam.
... Love to the Freemans :)
That was amazing and brought tears to my eyes. What a beautiful picture and how happy she must be to spend Christmas with Christ Himself. Much loves and hugs to your family <3
Merry Christmas Freeman family and to Angel Kayleigh... It's sad knowing that she's not here anymore but we're happy that she's now on the paradise.!
I'm always in tears every time I think about Kayleigh's stories..
Beautiful post, Adam. Imagine how spoilt she will be in heaven. Love to you and your family. xxx
Feliz Natal a vocês!
Thank you for sharing your story! It has touched me greatly. God does work in miraculous ways and even though we don't completely understand His plan we have to trust. You and your family are a great inspiration and proof of God's miracles.
Thank you!
Merry Christmas sweet Kaleigh. I hope you were front and center for the party in heaven!!
Still praying you guys. In your next post please list your other blogs! You did at one time. Many people are still following you all!
Wow! I came across your page some time ago and bookmarked it because it touched me. Your words to your daughter are beautiful and heart-breaking at the same time. She is lucky to have such a wonderful Daddy. Thank you for sharing!
thank u so much for sharing Kayleigh's journey with us. God bless Kayleigh and God bless you and your family. Peace and love x. from Lynne in Liverpool, England. Youtube channel 1966buttons .
good bless
we will never forget your story of your precious baby..God bless you and your family.Happy new year!
OMG! I started to cry. I cant leave this page whitout say anything to you!
I just want to tell you that im from Sweden, im a 20 year old girl that will be a mother in just 6 weeks and i cant understand how you 2 can be so strong.
Really, im impressed!!
I give you 2 all of my love and blessing!
// Love Josefin
My E-mail: Josefinsaafin@Hotmail.se
Hi freeman family.. my name is Samantha, I am 20 yrs old..I was just on YouTube and somehow kayleighs vids popped up and I decided to watch and see the story..
I have nvr cried and been so inspired in such a short amount of time. U all r AMAZING people. I am so sry she did not make it through, but if it helps any, all of my love goes to u and ur other children.
I hope u all have a blessed rest of ur life, and this story and her short life gave me such a bigger and more positive outlook on how u have to approach things and sacrifice for the love of family.
Thank u so much Aimee &Adam Freeman. :')
<3 Samantha, Spokane Washington.
She is so beautiful im sorry to hear wat happen may god bless u all... Shes a doll
I just saw the Youtube video and i thought that Kayliegh made it. I thought she stayed alive and strong. I feel tears fall from my face as you say how lucky you would think of yourself to be. I cannot imagine how upsetting it is for you to not have your 1 pound miracle to snuggle with you at night. But at least you're lucky enough to hold her in your heart and have the memories withe her that you do. I will keep you and your family in your prayers and Kayleigh in them aswell. I'm so sorry for the awful pain you've all had to go through.
I can not imagine the pain you live with. It makes me so sad I can not find the words to express it. So sorry for your loss.
You're a truly loving father. You painted a beautiful, BEAUTIFUL picture with your kind words, and I'm sure Kayleigh is smiling down at you from wherever her sweet little soul has gone to. I'm not religious, but bless you and your family for years to come. You're truly the best of the best, and Kayleigh was always in the best of care with you.
merry christmas kayleigh hope you had a good 1 with the lord you story has had me blubbering like anything wish i could help your parents but im no better off myself at the moment but i can send them some hugs and kisses xoxoxoxoxox and xoxoxo 3 of each for you beuatiful baby girl
wow ! she's so cute :)
Stay strong, man. :)
I'm glad that there are still awesome people like you.
A bit late but Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. <3
Especially to you Kayleigh.
Hi Aimme, I just want to let you know, that your video and blogs have touched me so much. Firsty im praying for you girly. You are strong, but God is stronger, right. - I weighed 2 lbs when I was born, little Kayleigh is in my heart forever. Hugs
sister in Christ, Amber -Long Beach Ca
Hello both to Kayleigh's mommy and daddy! I found the youtube video of her growing in the hospital, and I couldn't help but watch the whole thing. Of course I shed tears as I watched this beautiful angel go through all that she did and see how much love and support she had from you both as well as your other children. The video was so touching. She was such a fighter. I didn't know that she had gone to heaven until I came upon your blog. Of course I am so so sorry that you guys don't have her here physically. I was very sad to see that came about. As I am sure you both know she is still with you guys in spirit of course!! I am so proud of you all, and I am so proud of Kayleigh! My gosh, what an inspiration all of you are, especially her. What a beautiful, beautiful angel! Kayleigh taught me by watching the video that you have to be a fighter in life and that life is a miracle. You shouldn't ever take it for granted. No matter what you go through you can get through it! I appreciate her so much and thank you for sharing her video and for the blogging. You guys have touched my heart tonight! Much love to you and your family! (PS: My daughter's name is also Kaylee!) Neat, huh!
You are a strong family. All my love to you from me in Sweden. Big Hugs <3 /Marielle
Hi there! I found your video on youtube and saw your address on the blog. I have cried many tears for the wonderful videos. You have a very nice angel up there in blue <3 I have lost a child but was only in week 15. You were atleast a short time together, and one day seen you again <3 Today I have three wonderful boys born in 2000, 2007 and 2011 :) The minimum is 5 months now in February. All the luck in the future to you <3 many hugs from Melinda, Sweden Blog: http://karlekmedordochfoton.blogg.se/
Your story is so touching. Your family has inspired 1,000,000+ people. You have inspired me to chronicle my life for my young daughter, if anything where to ever happen to me - she would only HEAR about me from other people.. by writing about my life - she will one day be able to read about me and see things through my eyes. What you have been through over the past few years is heartbreaking but please know your story does not go unnoticed. Kayleigh will live in millions of hearts and her story will continue to inspire others. Thank you for inspiring me.
-Kayla
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