Kami and I have had the hardest, most wonderful week of our lives! Our sweet baby, Aubrey has joined our family! On Thursday morning, we had another ultrasound. We were excited to find out Aubrey's progress over the last week. She was expected to be about 4 lbs and possibly breach. We brought my sister and my mom to the sonogram to show them first hand how adorable she is. Well the ultrasound tech came in and took just a few pictures and then left the room. At this point we knew something wasn't right. The doctor came in and informed us that our Aubrey had passed on. Kami was 39 weeks along. They told us that we would need to deliver as soon as possible. Later that day, Kami was admitted into the hospital. They began to iduce her at 11:00 pm and at 7:25 Friday morning beautiful, sweet Aubrey was born! (4.2 lbs 17 and 1/2 inches) She truly was beautiful! She has Kami's chin and nose and my, well, she was pretty much all Kami! Which was lucky for her! Kami did so well during labor and delivery! She was and continues to be my hero and my inspiration! We were able to keep Aubrey with us for about 7 hours. During that time, my family and her family were able to come in and see and hold her and feel of her spirit. We felt so strongly that as we held her beautiful little body, her spirit was also with us. I have no doubt that that is true. Seeing Kami hold her the way that she did confirmed to me that few mothers have ever loved their children as much as Kami loves Aubrey! Saturday afternoon, we had a graveside ceremony for Aubrey. We had planned on immediate family only being there. However, we had many close friends from Pima and Mesa show up and we were so grateful for their love and support. The ceremony was beautiful! Aubrey was and will always be an inspiration to all who knew her and knew of her. When we got back to my in-laws, after the ceremony, we (especially the gradkids) wrote letters to Aubrey and sent them to her by attaching them to balloons and releasing them. It was, as I said, the hardest, most wonderful week of our lives. I miss you Aubrey! I will never forget the time that we spent together for the 9 months you were in your mothers belly and the time we spent with you after you were born! I love you and your mom loves you! We will do all that is in our power to return to be with you for ETERNITY!
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Kami, I cannot express in words how truly sorry I am for your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time and throughout the days and weeks to come.
Emily
steven that was beautiful! Aubrey couldn't have two more loving parents! She truely was and is the most beautiful baby!
You guys are truly amazing people. Kami I have always looked up to you. You guys are so strong and such an example to me. She's beautiful! Luke and My thoughts and prayers are with you two.
Steven,
Thank you so much for posting that blog. We had heard about the funeral and wanted to let you two know that our hearts were with you but it's one of those situations where you don't know if maybe you just want family near you rather than tons of people who care, but you don't see all the time. Anyway, as I said before, you and Kami are absolutely amazing and I Jami is right... Aubrey couldn't have better parents!
Kami and Steven, you guys are truly amazing! What a great example you are! We are so sorry for your loss but so happy to know that you will be able to be with her again. She is peaceful and happy in the arms of her loving Heavenly Father. What a blessing that is! You have been and will continue to be in our prayers. We love you guys!
Love, The Larges
Im sitting here at work and could not stop the tears from flowing. I cant even express how sorry I am for you both. I love you both and I know how wonderful you both are. Aubrey was so blessed to born to such amazing people.
Kami, I'm so sorry you two had to go through such a difficult trial. You're such a sweetheart, and I want nothing for you but happiness. But I know the Lord is sustaining you and that sweet little Aubrey is watching you too. She must really be a special spirit, and I have no doubt that you will be with her again someday. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know this is something that will always live in your heart, but I hope the Lord will continue to bless you all as you heal, and give you peace.
All my love,
Donna
you guys are the most amazing people i know and i am so lucky to be in the same family! i am using the computer for a minute on the ship! just wanted to check on you. that was an awesome tribute! i love aubrey and i'm so glad i got to be with her. she has an incredible spirit! i'm glad i'm her favorite aunt!:) i'll always be here if you need anything! take care and i'll talk to you soon. love you lots!
oh ya.. kam, we met the durnam (sp?) on the cruise.. a girl that went to china with you.. small world!!
You guys are SO amazing. Just the spirit i felt while reading this was amazing. Aubrey is so lucky to be born into a family like yours. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cori and Jeremy
How lucky we are to know that families can be together forever. I wish you the best and wanted to let you know i've been thinking of your family and keeping you in my prayers. You both are truly amazing and set such an incredible example to everyone around you.
kami, you may not remember us, we moved into your ward after we were married in july '04. i want you to know what an inspiration you are to me. both you and your husband are amazing people, chosen to be this sweet baby's parents. our thoughts and prayers are with you.
~jackson & allison hallows~
Steven and Kami,
We are so sorry for your loss. We stand in awe of your bravery and faith. Thank you for your example, and thank you for the example of your sweet baby girl!
Your strength is inspiring. Thank you for the update, and I hope the coming weeks can bring you joy.
I love you guys so much. You inspire me in many ways. I sympathize with you and I am sending healing thoughts and prayers.
We love you guys so much! We are grateful for the chance we had to hold Aubrey and love her. She is so beautiful! What a lucky little girl to have your examples and to have you as her parents! I can't wait to meet her one day and get to know her. She has a BIG family that loves her. Hope you guys can feel the peace of our Savior. We are here if you need us! Love ya!
You two are amazing! I hope you know how much I look up to you. I feel so blessed that I was able to be a part of such an amazing experience...to see the love of the Savior in such a sweet little girl. Aubrey has forever changed my life and I am so grateful for the knowledge of eternal families. I hope you both know that I am only a phone call away, and can be there in two hours flat(don't tell dad) j/k. Please know that I love you and that I am here anytime!
Hi there. My name is Nikki Becker(Francois). We seem to know a few of the same people. NEways, I just wanted to write and tell you I have followed your blog for a few months now and I, too, have a dear little boy who is with Heavenly Father! I know the pain and comfort and the sorrow and joy that come from having to say goodbye to a sweet child but KNOW that you will be able to see them once again. If you EVER need anything or just want to talk to someone who has gone through it, PLEASE CONTACT ME!! You are such strong people and one thing I've always been told that has really strengthened me is...Heavenly Father only gives these VERY SPECIAL SPIRITS to VERY SPECIAL PARENTS!! Here is my E-mail address...please do NOT hesitate!!
AlohaQT4@yahoo.com
Hey steven and kami, this is Marisa Rowley Rasmussen, I went to high school with steven, if he remembers me. But anyways I just wanted to tell you what a beautiful baby you had!! She is so sweet and pure. Our prayers are with you.
I don't know if you can handle any more comments, but we wanted you to know that we love you guys, and now have further tesiment that we are never given more than we can bear. You 2 have always been spiritual giants to me, all through Highschool I looked up to Kami, you are such great examples. We love you guys.
you are such amazing people... thank you for sharing your story, your faith, and your growth with all of us.
this post really humbles me, and makes me remember that Family is Forever, the Gospel of Jesus Christ is so very true, and that we can find happiness in this life.
thank you for your examples.
may you find the strength and purpose to face the coming weeks and feelings.
steve you and kami are amazing and i can't tell you how awesome you guys are! your awesome parents and i love you both!
I honestly am so inspired by the both of you! Seriously what loving parents she has! That was an awesome entry Steven! I can't imagine what it would be like to not know families are fore eternity! What a blessing and comfort. We love you and you are in our prayers!
Hi - You don't know me Kami, but I do know your husband and his family. I heard about your baby about a month ago. I just wanted to let you know that my heart is with you. I know it's hard hearing how amazing you two must be and how blessed you are. And sometimes you may think I don't care about all that I just want my baby. But please know that someday you will look at this and feel comfort from those words. You truly are special people. I'm just sorry that your heart had to be broken for people to see that. My prays are with you. Rachel French
This is Stevens cousin Kristi (Goodman) Thom.
Thank you for your courage, strength, and example to us all! We will continue to keep you in our prayers as you have been for so long. She is a beautiful little girl and is so blessed to have such an incredible support system and loving parents! I have shared this with my children and they are so sad for you but thought it was wonderful to know they have a cousin in heaven who wants to meet them someday!
Steven and Kami,
Tanner and I found your blog and we are so happy to be your friends on here now. WE LOVE you guys and will keep you in our prayers for sure! You guys are amazingly strong together, thanks for your great example~!
Tanner and Lisa
Kami queen. I love you you are one of my heroes and I think about you everyday. I love you and steven and I hope that you know that. I am so sorry for your sweet little Aubrey but so glad you have so much amazing family. I hope we get to see you guys soon. love you.
You guys are so amazing and so strong. I can tell Aubrey had such a sweet spirit about her.This story is so inspiring so thank you so much for sharing the experience. The gospel is such an amazing thing and such a comfort. Your family will be in our prayers.
Just want you to know how much we love you guys! I absolutly LOVED reading this post, and the songs you have put on are perfect. Glad we have finally jumped on the bandwagon and joined you guys in your blogging! I can't wait to see what YOU post next! WE LOVE YOU!!!!
Kami...its robin hallows..your old skool babysitter! as these tears roll down my face i am so grateful to know the beautiful plan of salvation...this is such a testimony for not only your famliy but many others...i love you girl and miss seeing you. may the lord bless you and your family...
Hey Steven, this is Megan Chlarson(Price). I saw your parents at the Temple and asked how you were doing. I knew that you were married but didn't know that you and your beautiful wife were expecting. They told me what had happened and I just want you both to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. I admire your strength and courage. Thanks for sharing. From what I've read and heard you are both amazing!
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