Monday, August 15, 2011

Monday, August 15, 2011

One year ago, we were in Ann Arbor on Monday night, waiting for Caleb to be born. What a year it has been!

I will post birthday pictures after we let him destroy a cupcake on Wednesday. I will also add a real post on Wednesday too.

This post is just bookkeeping. First, I am going to start posting monthly now with new pictures (because Caleb doesn't have a baby book, he has a blog). I will also post when he stands on his own, walks, finally gets teeth, etc. Things are just too normal to report much. I have figured out how to send automatic emails whenever I add a new post. To sign up, enter your email address in the box on the right. No more checking on Monday only to find out that I am behind again!

There is also a link to the Michigan Gift of Life website to sign up to be an organ donor. If you don't have a heart on your driver's license, you probably aren't signed up. Organ donation is a very important component in the treatment of congenital heart defects. We have met several children and babies that have had heart transplants. It is not uncommon for children with complex defects to require a heart transplant. Please consider signing up to be a donor if you aren't already.

6 comments:

  1. We still want them weekly please. It's the only reading I do all week. Betsy will make me find something else to read. Thanks !

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  2. Happy birthday, Caleb!! You are growing and so active. We love to see your pictures every week of all of your activities! Keep up the good work, Dougherty Family!

    Jay, Rachael, and Caleb Riggs

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  3. Happy Birthday Caleb!!!

    Diane Dougherty Smith

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  4. Happy Birthday today Caleb - hope everyone is having a super day!! Love, from Mrs. Pfaller (Gay)

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  5. I was just reading back through the month of August a year ago. We have experienced miracles, I think!! So happy you have him and he's thriving. Love you all.
    Aunt Beth

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  6. Happy Birthday Calab. I am sure that your family is having as much fun as you are today. This past year has certainly made us truly believe that Miracles happen with God's help. I have always looked forward to your progress each week and will continue to pray for your continued progress. Love always, G. Pat

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