It was September, 2007 when we got the news that our 3rd child, who we were 23 weeks pregnant with at the time, had a severe birth defect called a Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. The CDH diagnosis carried a 50% chance that she would survive and if she did she likely would have many complications related to breathing and feeding. We came to Omaha from Wichita, Kansas after researching hospitals and surgeons and felt it would be the best place for her care after birth. The Rainbow House here in Omaha was kind, warm and comfortable at a time that was anything but. My husband, two young children, then almost 3 and 14 months, and I stayed at the Rainbow House for a week while going to doctor's appointments and trying to find a home in what would be come our new city.
It is this experience, the emotions brought about by the September air and my determination to help other families in similar situations that has led me to participate this month in the Give Ten Project. The Give Ten Project was started by several photographers including Stephanie Beaty of Lifeography .
For the month of September I will donate 10% of all print sales to The Rainbow House here in Omaha. I hope to be able to do a little something to help families in difficult situations with their own children.
Please contact me to book your session and do what you can to help me help an important local charity here in Omaha.
I should've bought in September! :) We used the Rainbow House for the entire 6 weeks we were at Children's. Even though we had family in town, it was closer and met our needs. Best of luck with Give Ten, we know the money is going to a great cause.
ReplyDeletethank you so much for your support Amy! we've posted a badge on the site you can use as well. can't wait to see the results!
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