Here is the email she wrote to us...
4 years ago today...
Wow. Its so bittersweet. I want you to know that Payton is our angel. I have never expressed to you how very thankful I am that you made the unselfish choice that you did. If it weren't for that very hard decision you made, I may not have my daughter, my reason for living. Baeley is doing so well and I know its because she has the heart of an angel inside of her.
Peace in your heart,
Aubrey & Baeley
P.S. Organ and tissue donors leave a miraculous legacy. They are living proof that death can bring life, that sorrow can turn to hope, and that a terrible loss can become the greatest gift of all. Every day they lead us on a journey of hope, renewal, and transformation.
~ National Organ Donors Memorial
Here's Baeley Noelle at 5 years old. Isn't she beautiful. She's only a few months younger than Payton.
Here's Payton at about 14 months old, you gotta love Kiddie Kandids.
LOTS OF TEARS... miss you and love you buddy!
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24 comments:
How very bittersweet. Baeley is a beautiful little girl! I love that quote from the Organ Donors Memorial. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you SO much for sharing that Amanda. You guys truly are an inspiration and a reminder of how precious life is. I love that picture of Payton...and only because we don't live there to go to you, we do love Kiddie Kandids:)
Wow, Baeley is such a beautiful girl...you guys gave such an amazing gift!
I have been thinking about you so much lately, I always do during this time of year. I don't know of you remember, but I was in a phone booth in Disneyland when we heard the news. Each time we have been since, I always think of sweet Payton and his beautiful eyes and smile and each year have a good cry in the phone booth.
Payton is such a lucky boy to have such an amazing Mom. Watching you grow and thrive after such heartbreak has been so amazing and inspiring to me! I Love ya Girly!
P.S. Did you get Stace's e-mail? We need to go out!
After I read what you wrote, I was so suprised to see this beautiful little girl. I guess I was picturing her as the little thing she was the one and only time I met her. Time seems to pass so quickly sometimes. We love you guys and we love Payton. He's still such a big part of Tanner's heaven.
What a cute little girl. Won't it be cool in the next life for her and Payton to meet each other. I had never thought much about being an organ doner until I heard what you guys did. I think it is so awesome!
I just want you to know that while you were going through such an awful ordeal, your family was an amazing example to me of how faith can help people through an excruciating amount of pain. You all amaze me. Payton is a beautiful little boy, both while he was here and, I'm certain as the angel he is now. And Baeley has grown into such a beautiful little girl because of him, and because of your willingness to help another family in need.
yeah- bittersweet is right. You're so amazing- I've said it before, but really, sitting at Payton's funeral, I was overcome with the sweetest spirit when you and Jeremy spoke. I was in awe at your strength and courage. Some day you'll see him again- and I can't wait for you to be able to do that!
oh p.s.- it's insane how much he and Beau look alike! Wowsers! what beautiful children you have!
We love you! You guys are amazing. And Payton is truely an angel!
Amanda you are so awsome. You are truely the greatest example to me. Not only are you an amazing friend, but you are also an amazing women. I can not believe everything that you have been through in your life and you have came out of it better and stronger. Payton is such a special little boy to have you and Jeremy as his parents. We love you guys and our prayers are always with you at this time.
Amanda and Jeremy, Dad and I love you. We are so proud to be the parents of such wonderful, spiritual children. Continue to stay close to the Lord and to each other. You are both amazing parents. Payton is so lucky to have you, Bailey, and Beau as his family...as are we! Love, Mom and Dad
oh tears are on my end for you too! Thank you so much for sharing that, and what an incredible gift you gave! Very inspiring and selfless. You and Jeremy amaze me and I know that you will see that sweet little Payton again. He is looking down on you, and you are such a great mom. Isn't it funny that Baeley, and your little girl Bailey, have the same name? Hang in there, because eternity will come and last a whole lot longer than this earth life and the pain you feel now. I can only imagine, I love you!
Amanda, I think of you and Payton often, especially this time of year. I love that you're so willing to share with others. So much love to you and your beautiful family.
The decision to donate did in fact allow your son, Payton, to live on. He was able to give the gift of life and share the most beautiful part of existence with another. In his short life he gave to someone something that most every other person will never be able to give. Look into the eyes of the life he saved and you will always see Payton.
i can't believe four years has already passed. it takes a special person to be able to donate. you guys are amazing!
I know this is weird to hear from me again but, I always think of you and your little family this time of year. I can't believe it has been 4 yrs. It seems like just the other day. You are such an inspiration to me and a reminder to live life to the fullest. Thank you for sharing. Kristy
I am so glad you shared that story and pictures with everyone. How great is it to see that Payton is blessing the lives of so many people each and every day.
this is beautiful. how amazing of you guys, and I am sure it brings some peace knowing Payton has brought so much joy to this family. You are such a good example for me. Love, Cassi
oh my goodness.... I might have to share this because it really touched me. so glad you shared this-- thanks
Can't even tell you how much I love that kid. I'm so lucky to have known him and I know he still blesses our lives. Sure do luv ya!
What a touching post. You guys are so inspiring. Love ya.
Ok...I can barely see what I'm writing through my tears. But wow! So sweet. I will never forget what I learned from you guys through this whole experience. And being on the receiving end of an organ (my dad...anyway) I can understand what she's trying to tell you. Oh, Amanda, I love you guys so much!
Oh boy...such tears on this end too dear. Amanda just peeking in on your life has been such an inspiration for me! You and your husband created such a miracle through SUCH tragedy! I hope you find comfort knowing that you'll see him again, hearing his heart beat in that sweet, beautiful Baeley, and seeing his eyes in your little Bailey and Beau. May the spirit of our Lord carry you through this when it's just too much for you to bear. My heart is with you and your sweet family.
Bittersweet. I get many tears everytime I read and hear about sweet Payton and your family.
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