The Simple Gifts Foundation

One day, two women were walking down the same road. They didn’t know each other, so God brought them together in the middle. They talked for a while and came to understand they had the same goal in life – to love and care for a special angel.
One day, one woman said to the other, “I can only take care of this angel with my heart & my mind. Could you love this little girl and lead her on life’s journey?” And the other woman said, “I would be honored. This has been my lifelong dream.”
So, when the time came for you to enter the world, the woman was ready & waiting. Everything was all set up for you. Through many tears, smiles and profound love & strength, she gave you to me and said, “What will you name her?” I answered, “Kamille, my dear Kamille.”
It was then that God silently told me, “I gave the gift of birth to her, but the gift of motherhood to you.” And that, Kamille, is how I became your mommy. May 4, 2001 is an extra special day, as mommy brought you home for the first time. I couldn’t wait – just ask Grammy & Grandpa. You were so tiny and everybody couldn’t wait to hold you. And now you are one-year-old and still as beautiful as ever.
You are so pretty and such a good little girl. Your smile, bright eyes, laughter, and especially those hugs & kisses keep us all coming back for more. Through all of the nicknames you have, you are still the same happy, beautiful little girl we know and love as Kamille. I hope you never lose your innocence, happiness and love.
You have been such a trooper through surgeries, doctor appointments and therapy. You always bounce back, ready to go. You have tons of love all around you and there is where it will stay. Everyone here tonight has helped you and for that I am thankful.
One day, Kamille, you’ll know this story and be proud of it. And I will be right there with you to share it. God brought us together so perfectly; sometimes, I still can’t believe we are here together.
Not born of my bone nor from my flesh, more importantly, you were born from my heart. You are the sunshine in my life and my best friend. I am forever grateful to be your mommy.
I love you, honey.
Love, Mommy