March 3rd, 2012

For the past 17 years, March 3rd, has been one of the hardest and saddest days of my life.  It has always been a day where a flood of emotions overcome me, and I constantly say to myself..."It feels like just yesterday...".  I can remember being 14 years old on the evening of March 3rd, and watching my dad get ready to go to a dinner party at our neighbors house with a bunch of his friends, all of whom were physicians.  He himself was a wonderful doctor. One who worked way too hard at making other people happy before taking care of himself.  Little did I know that he would not come back home that night.  Instead, he passed away from a massive heart attack while dancing. Boy did he love to dance. He was the most amazing father and I am so blessed to have had him in my life for 14 years. The memories we made together will last me a lifetime.

As this past Saturday, March 3rd 2012 approached, just before the clock struck midnight to be exact, the unthinkable happened.  My water broke.  Baby girls due date is March 26th, and I had a scheduled c-section for March 19th.  To say I was in shock is an understatement. I was scared beyond belief, but the second I realized that it was my dads anniversary, I knew it was a sign from him.  That I no longer have to feel sadness, but happiness on this day.  That day quickly became one of the happiest days of my life.

At 1:50AM on March 3rd, 2012  our beautiful daughter Reid was born.   She has made our lives complete and has filled our hearts with so much love and joy. Reid Gloria Sorensen.  Named after Collin's middle name, and my other angel in heaven, my beautiful mom.

A BIG Thanks to all of you who have sent so much love and support as we welcomed our newest addition.  We can't thank y'all enough for the food drop offs especially.  Our hearts are so full of love and gratitude for you all. xoxo,  Grace, Collin, Harper and Reid:)