Personal Video of Maddux...

[Cheryl Haggard]

I would like to share with you a video that my brother put together for my family of our personal images of Maddux. I think this video shows every parents hopes and dreams, when carrying a child, and then this video clearly shows the unimaginable happening. Starting with the happy smiling faces, to the heartbroken...

The song I chose by Amy Grant, (Mary's song) I have always loved to play during the Christmas season. I know the song will have a different meaning for me now...

I would like to say, "I hope you enjoy the video..." but... I am just honored to be able to share it with you...

http://www.NowISleep.com/Slideshows/Maddux_Video_Two.wmv (http://www.nowisleep.com/Slideshows/Maddux_Video_Two.wmv)

[Tammy]

Cheryl,
The video is beautiful. The saying a picture speaks a thousand words definately speaks volumes here. All of your children are beautiful. Having these videos of Maddux I think is a wonderful way for them to remember him, and something they can keep and hold on to in the future, if they so choose.
I hope you are doing well, haven't spoken to you in a while. Imagine you are busy getting ready for your December project? :) Don't worry, you'll be great!!
~huggs~

[Sarah O'Neal]

Cheryl,

Another amazing video, a side of the story I had not seen before. All your work, your unselfish sharing of your pain and joy is truly appreciated.

[Erica Stone]

It's so beautiful and heartbreaking at the same time. Your brother is wonderful.

[Kirk Kief]

Cheryl,
I just watched your video. I feel drained, and energized at the same time. Energized to push forward and get our efforts known by as many photographers as I can to help in our mission. That was incredible. Thank You for sharing, and caring!

[Cheryl Haggard]

Kirk-This video isn't coming up anymore-

[Kirk Kief]

Cheryl,
Will you mind resending that to me? I apparently don't have that one on the computer I'm at right now.

[Cheryl Haggard]

Kirk-I have it on my system, so I don't know how to resend it. What now, snicker king?

[Kirk Kief]

Cheryl,
Great News! I've got it. Everyone, you can now go to: http://www.nowisleep.com/Slideshows/Maddux_Video_Two.wmv to view this wonderful slideshow. Cheryl, sorry for all the hubbub of getting this back online.:o

[Cheryl Haggard]

Thank you Kirk.

[Kelly Story]

Thank you so much for sharing this.

Kelly Story

[Cheryl Haggard]

Kelly, thank you for taking the time and interest to view...

[Jessi Hill]

All I can say is WOW, beautiful!!

[Jennifer Turner]

Cheryl I just now watched this...I am SO blown away, like Kirk said, I feel drained by it, like watching from afar you just want to stop and stay those fabulous smiles of yours knowing whats coming next. As always, you are an inspiration and once again...I am sorry for your loss and greatful for your strength....Hugs to you, BIG ones :)

[Sandra Rodgers]

Simply stunning. :(

[HAINAngel2000]

Your video moved me! My heart just broke every picture. It reminds me why our missions are so important. Cheryl your surely an amazing woman.
That is just another reason why we can all be so effective is we have been there and we know how much the parents need the pictures, the other comfort items.
Thank you for this very moving video.
Mary

[Nicole Williams]

Oh that video was absolutely beautiful! What a legacy this child has left us all with...what an amazing child, and family you all are!

[JenniferBrown]

Cheryl,

I hadn't ever come across this video until today. I, too, am in amazement and awe at the strength you have had over the last 3 1/2 years. What a beautiful video of your family, celebrating in Maddux' life and death.
Big hug to you my friend. BIG hug! Thank you for sharing this with us.

Jennifer

[Candice]

That video was amazing! Thank you for sharing it with us! We got a dvd from our nilmdts photographer and it really helps with the healing process.

[Marcus Momma]

Wow that video touched me and actually made me start crying you have a beutiful son and family.

[Jonathan@Angela]

That was amazing.You can feel the emotions that happened that day. I have watched it once before and I still cry.

[Michelle Souza]

Cheryl,

What a beautiful slideshow...how wonderful of your brother to do this for you. Maddux is a lovely baby.

Michelle Souza

[marylouise]

Cheryl, like Jen this is the 1st time I've seen this slideshow. Thank you so much for sharing it with us.
The song choice was so perfect. One small infant (Jesus)came into this world to save mankind and one small infant (Maddux) came into this world to help heal many, many broken hearts.
Huge hugs to you and Sam

[Brooke]

Cheryl,

Wow, What a wonderful gift from your brother. Thanks for sharing this with all of us here. I couldn't get through it without the tears welling up in my eyes. It's just not fair!!!! I wish you had your son physically here with you and I had my daughter Emma here with me. I know we will again someday. Thanks once again so very much for starting up this organization. You are a truely amazing women and mother. God bless you!!!!

Love,

Brooke-Mommy to Carter, Ethan, Caden, & Our

[Jayme]

Wow Cheryl. It's really breathtaking and heartbreaking to watch your story unfold. You have an amazing family and you all, including Maddux, have made a huge impact on this world. Thanks for sharing your lives with us.

[Hailey's Mommy]

This is the first time that i have came across this video..it is beautiful!!! I love the song it is prefect. Thank you for sharing

[Charlene Lopez]

Hi Cheryl, I love this video, I'm crying like a baby right now for the heartache you've had to endure. Thank you a million times over for all that you have done.

[KEA's Mom]

Heartbreakingly beautiful. A glimpse into your soul. I'm so sorry.

[Katherine]

that was a beautiful video.. what a wonderful gift to have! It made me cry, well actually made me sob..

[MadiAidMak]

Cheryl,
What an amazing video. You have a beautiful family. THere arent enough words to describe how watching that has made me feel, it is just beautiful. What a preciious little boy.

[Claire Guthrie]

WOW..... it touched my heart so....it was like being there.

[Tricia Hackney]

I've been here forever and it's the first time that I've seen this video. I just had to press pause - your children are so beautiful, all of them. Thank you for sharing your son, your time and your life with the rest of us!

[Teresa Howell]

Your video is Natural beauty and honest to God love for your family!!! I love Amy Grant, too. What a voice she has. Perfect for your slideshow. Thank you for sharing.

[Austin's Momma]

Your slideshow of Maddox is so touching. Those precious, unbelievable tender moments you spent with him must have been so overwhelming but also treasured. He is such a special little boy...oh, and the pictures of your other kids with him...so sweet. I'm sure he's nudging the little boy next to him, pointing at you and saying with a big grin on his face, "That's my mom!" You have started such a wonderful organization, and it's because of you and NILMDTS photographers that I will never forget my son's beautiful face. Thank you for sharing your video and your heart with us.

[CrystalW]

Your family is beautiful! Your brother did a wonderful job.

[motherofthree]

I'm so glad this came back to the "front". I am honored for having been able to see your personal images and moments with Maddux. Thank you, Cheryl, for sharing so much of yourself, your son, and your family with all of us.

Beth

[Matthew's mom]

Your video is beautiful. I especially like the pictures of Maddux with his brother and sister. I think those times are the most precious.

[teamdavis1004]

Maddux is beautiful! Beautiful video your brother made.

[katelyn]

Cheryl, what a wonderful family. Thank you for sharing yours with us. I know I speak for many of us that we are incredibly grateful for forming this organization. I wouldn't be doing as well as I am if it was not for all the care and support I have found and receive in this place. I hate that our children are no longer with us, but they are just waiting for us to join them. In the meantime, they are our special angels. Thank you again!

[Stacy Holley]

I love your video. I have had to watch it a couple of times just to get through it. It was beautiful.

[Karen Solverson]

Maddux must be looking down from heaven and beaming with pride to see how you have moved from a place of such despair and loss to a place where you have helped create such an amazing organization to help SO many moms of other babies up there with him. Thank you again for all you have done along this very difficult road. Thank you for sharing something so personal!

Sincerely,
Karen Solverson

[Tammy Fisher10]

The video and very touching! What a treasure your brother is to do that for you and your family.

[amy]

Cheryl-

The video is breath taking. Your brother is amazing to make such a beautiful gift for you and your family to cherish always. It was so gracious for you to share it with all of us, thank you.
Amy

[Andi]

My heart aches for you, your family...for all of us.

Thank you so much for sharing.

Andi
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