Little Madeline Alice Spohr, who touched more lives in her 17 months on Earth than most of us could ever imagine, passed from this life on Tuesday, April 7th.
Words fail me completely. She has the most beautiful soul, with a smile that could knock the socks off of the grumpiest person around.
I met her only once, but when I close my eyes I can still feel her soft hands in mine. I can hear her adorable laugh, see her gorgeous smile. My mind can’t comprehend that she’s gone.
Heather and Mike are the most amazing parents – Maddie was so lucky to have them with her every moment of her little life, cheering her on and helping her to laugh, grow, explore. My heart breaks for them, shatters into a million pieces to think of them without her.
Please, if you can spare even the smallest amount, make a donation to The March of Dimes in Maddie’s name. She fought such a good fight, the least we can do is carry on for her by helping the people who helped her so much.
*UPDATE* There has been such an outpouring of love for Maddie – if you’d like to read what others have to say, go to Meghan’s tribute post and follow the links. Go here for an amazing slide show.
* All photos courtesy of Heather Spohr at The Spohrs are Multiplying
* Welcome, visitors from The Norwindians – in light of recent events, Kirsten’s guest post has been moved to tomorrow.
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I still can’t wrap my brain around it. Every time I read another post, or see a tweet, it’s like I’m being kicked in the gut.
She was such an amazing little spirit. I feel so lucky to have known her.
I’m just stunned. Like Meg I can’t wrap my head around it. I feel sick.
I have never been a regular reader, but every time I saw a photo on another blog, I had to click through. I could never get over that smile. My heart goes out to her family.
I want to read every post about her and at the same time I want to turn off my computer and play with my kids all day. I keep drifting back, wanting it not to be true.
My heart breaks for the Spohrs. Little Maddie touched so many people, and reminded me of how very precious life is. That video slideshow is beautiful.