My apologies, again, for not keeping up with the blog. The holidays are a crazy time for everyone, but in the midst of holiday chaos, I also finished my thesis – I am now an MFA – and both Noah and Mike had a birthday. It’s so hard to believe our fighting angel is now a year old. He enjoyed his birthday cupcake, though thanks to the sugar, he refused to go to bed that night! This year has flown, a year with more ups and downs than I ever thought possible. Mike and I are humbled by the love we have for our son, and we are even more humbled to be loved by him in return.
Unfortunately, Mike and I are also preparing for trial. Though the case has been continued three times – each time more frustrating than the last – the date is finally approaching. Now, with the trial only two weeks away, we are inundated with thoughts of justice, truth, and hopefully, closure for this one chapter in our long, long journey. We are anxious and frightened. We are determined that the truth be known. My Noah deserves no less. As we all know, he deserves so much more.
The trial is scheduled for Monday, January 11th, and we expect it to last three days. It will be held at the Fairfax County Courthouse in Fairfax, Virginia. We encourage our faithful prayer warriors to attend the trial and show your support for Noah. Should you not be able to attend, we ask only that you continue to pray for Noah. Pray for justice. But more than anything, pray for him to heal (his eyes and his brain), so that regardless of what happens in a Virginia courtroom, Noah might again have the future he was born with.
Still praying on my knees for justice and the continued healing for Noah!! Could you please post the address for the courthouse…thank you!
I continue to keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. Happy New Year, and I hope that it turns out to be a GREAT year! I hope that the trial does not cause more undue stress on you guys, but know that you are definitely not alone! While I cannot attend the trial, I will be following closely to see what happens.
Happy New Year! Praying that 2010 will indeed provide happiness, joy and peace to you and your (growing!) family. Congratulations on earning your MFA! Praying for continued- and complete- healing of Noah’s eyes and brain. Also praying for you all as you prepare for the trail. Although I can’t attend in person, please know that you will be covered in prayer.
so glad you updated! so noah is 1… wow! what a big boy!
we still continue to pray for noah and your family every single night, we will double up on our prayers during the trial, noah deserves justice, and this lady deserves what is coming to her. i hope yall can find away to relax during all of this, even if its only for 5 minutes. i bet noah doesnt know what to think of your pregnant belly! he is going to be such a good big brother. if i had the money, i would without a doubt fly in from memphis to attend the trial, unfortunetly i cant, but we will be thinking about yall. hope everything goes well. happy new year!
-ashley cofer memphis, tn
Thanks for taking the time to update. I still check on Noah every day. I hope that you had a special Christmas and wish you so much happiness for the new year.
I’ll be at the trial in spirit. I will be in prayer during those 3 days that justice will be done for Noah. I’ll also be praying for your strength as you relive those horrible moments of when he was shaken.
More than anything I pray for a full recovery for both of our boys. They’re amazing and I have to believe with all of my heart that one day they’ll be completely healed.
Good Luck. I’ll be thinking of you.
Vickie Smith
Atlanta, GA
Thanks Erin for the update,
So glad Noah enjoyed his birthday – I hope the little “Aussie”storybook arrived and that his beautiful eyes are able to see the lovley pictures, and that you enjoyed your christmas together.
Will be thinking and praying for justice. And strength for Mike and yourself to get through the 11th and the following days. And still for Noah – always for Noah I hope his little eyes and brain are getting stronger every day.
Take care Erin – I saw a beautiful profile picture on FB – with squishy cheeks and little button nose. Bless – just so precious. Won’t be long now!!
Will be waiting for news after the 11th…..All the best of luck!!
Love and Hugs to our mate Noah.
Sally, Stephen, Lochie and Hamish Ware.
QLD Australia.
I’m so glad to read an update. I’ll be praying hard as the trial comes up and praying Hard that Justice will be done for Noah. Also praying for continued recovery for him too.
Thank you for the update. I’ve been praying for Noah and checking in often to see how he has been doing. Although I can not attend the trial (I live in WI) I will be there in heart. I hope you had a blessed Christmas. Lots of love being sent your way.