Baby Bennett

Hi there, little one!


Today, with a heavy heart, I bring to you sad news.  Your second cousin, Bennett Stephen Vanderham, who was born on July 25th, passed away today.  From his daddy, Zach:


"As soon as Bennett was born he was rushed to NICU for not breathing.  Bennett had seizures and brain trauma.  After a few days we were air lifted to Cook Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas.  Over the last couple of days the doctors and nurses tries their best to take care of our little boy.  He incurred severe brain injuries during birth and after reviewing the best options for Bennett we decided that it was in his best interest to take Bennett off life support.  With heavy hearts our son passed away this evening.  He fought long enough for us to sleep with him one night and hold him all day.  He will be forever loved and remembered.  Thank all of you that knew for all your thoughts and prayers."


Baby Bennett's organs will be donated to other children in need, and his purpose in life, as short as it was, is far greater than many of us can hope for in our own.  Although you never had the chance to know him, I pray you can live by his example, taking advantage of every single breath to show love and care to others.  


This whole process has been scary and eye-opening.  I am thankful for your health, Annabelle, and I pray daily that it continue throughout the pregnancy, birth, and well into your life.  


We will forever remember and love this lost family member, and be grateful for his short life.