The Hickman's: Christopher's Room Dedication

This past Sunday on May 17th we dedicated Christopher's room at Presby Plano. It was a super special day for Steve and I to see that it was finally complete and BEAUTIFUL! Daisy did such an amazing job interpreting our vision for the the tiny space. I don't know how she did all that in such a tiny space, but it's awesome! It's beautiful, comfortable, feels luxurious, and more importantly is cozy and warm. Before the space was very yellow, too bright, sterile, uncomfortable, and overall not very welcoming.

The night we stayed in the parent room our focus was Stevie Dee. We weren't jotting down comments on the paint color, or the crazy ceiling fan. We just wanted to get through a night on our own with our daughter before we took her home. It's nice when you're in a stressful situation to be surrounded with something warm and comfortable - mission accomplished.

Not only will parents use the room on their overnight stays in the NICU, but many parents will retreat here when they need to be alone, pray, have a quiet moment, or spend the last hours with their baby who won't be going home. Our prayer is that this room will be a place of healing, and bring wholeness to any broken situation for the parents.

Christopher was only here for 1 day. One day. His life was significant and just as important as someone who lived to be 99. Christopher had a purpose that was fulfilled in a very short time. I think as long as God has us here... we have a purpose. It can be humbling at times, but the bottom line is whatever your purpose God will be with you to see you through. Someone once told me - "God didn't assure us a flight without turbulence, but He did guarantee a safe landing"

Posting pictures below of the room now, and some of the "before" shots.