I have struggled with the concept of whether Lorelei "would be" or "will be" turning eight years old on February 16. I mean, physically, she is no longer here - so in that case, she would be eight. But the magic, the joy, the pure zest and spunk that is Lorelei on a soul level... she IS turning eight.

Lorelei made me a mama. And in her unique way - she led me to a turbulent path of medical motherhood and caregiving 24/7. This chapter of my life has allowed me to experience our world in a way most people never have the opportunity to witness. It has led me to a passion of caring for caregivers (especially mamas) who are living a life that they never expected to be living. Lorelei (and later Benji) taught me that life can be incredibly beautiful even when everything is upside down.

So while we grieve for Lorelei and continue to miss her so much, especially this time of year, we can also celebrate the magic, the sass and the sweet soul that IS turning EIGHT this year.

Please consider making an $8 donation in honor of Lorelei's 8th Birthday. I have a few small goals for her birthday:

Raise $800
Have 8 people sign up for $8(or more) as automatic monthly AHP donors
Fill 8 (or more) campsites/cabins for camp: HOPE FULL

Thank you for being here. Thank you for remembering my girl. Thank you for supporting my mission to encourage and care for mamas and dadas that have their very own little Loreleis or Brave Benjis at home.

With hope, Lorelei + Benji's Mama,

Suz

Lorelei's 8th Birthday!

By The Apricity Hope Project

Lorelei's 8th Birthday!

$8 for Lorelei's 8th Birthday!