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My story

 

Our Gorgeous Boy Jamie Statham West was born a healthy 8lb 1oz at 10.14am on Friday 26th January 2007. On Thursday 6th December 2007 at just 10 months and 10 days old Jamie passed away in his cot.

In May 2008 after an inquest we learnt that Jamie was perfect in every way and there was no explanation as to why he had to die.

In order to keep his memory alive some family members will be taking part in the Manchester Run which is 10km. This will take place on the 17th May 2009. But also on the 16th May we will be organising a Mile walk so we can raise awareness of Cot Death and if possible raise some money to help fund vital research to stop more than 300 babies dying every year for no apparent reason.

FSID The Foundation of the Study of Infant Deaths need as much help as possible and every penny donated will help in some way!

I am aware that there are many fundraising events going on all the time and I really appreciate the fantastic help and support we have received so far. Last year with all the fundraising we cant have been far off raising £7000. I do feel bad asking for more donations but even if you can only spare 50p that would be great - ANYTHING! EVERY PENNY COUNTS!!!!

 
Jamie will become a BIG BROTHER soon. His little Brother or Sister should hopefully arrive safe and well in July. Jessica is very excited but it breaks my heart to know Jamie will never get to meet his new sibling. To say I feel nervous and anxious is an understatement. I dont know how we will sleep when the new baby arrives I will be on pins. Each night checking on Jessica I am not happy with hearing her breathe I have to see her move to know she is ok. If we can help support FSID maybe we can help stop others families from this nightmare. No words can describe the pain of finding your son to see that he has died in a place he should have been safe. Its something that happens in Movies not real life but unfortuntately for us it is all too real!

Jamie was such a smiley, happy boy. He adored his Big Sister Jessica and used to have great fun chasing her in and out of the living room, holding onto my hands. He wasnt walking but I'm sure it wouldnt of taken him long, he loved his feet. Jessica only had to look at him and he would smile or burst into the giggles.

I can hear him laughing if I think hard enough. He loved his musical instruments, his cymbals, tambourine and maracas, along with the keyboard were his favourites.

He loved Bath time too especially when Jessica joined in. He would squeel with excitement and try to get away from her. It was so funny to watch and it would often melt my heart to see both my babies so happy.

I miss everything about him, I miss making up his dinners, I miss bathing him, singing to him, kissing him, stroking his hair it was so soft and reminded me of the day I gave birth to him. I miss drying him and rubbing the talc in, I miss pushing his pram, cuddling him, feeding him, changing him and dressing him. EVERYTHING!

Over the past year I believe our family has grown stronger and not a day goes by where we dont talk or think about him. I believe it is important not to forget him and even now, people mention him as if he was here and I feel this is what gets me through the daily torture of not watching my boy grow up, not being able to learn more about him and of course not getting my kisses and cuddles that I so desperately crave. I am happy that he is etched in peoples hearts, because how could anybody possibly forget such a gorgeous gorgeous boy!  

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most  efficient way to sponsor me: Foundation for the Study of Infant Deaths gets your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.

So please please sponsor me now!

Sorry it's late ! Donation by Allan Macpherson 18/06/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by Pamela Statham 27/05/09  

£850.00 + £239.74 Gift Aid

Soz it's late Julie. Well done to everyone on the run. Donation by Rekha, Alan & Reece 25/05/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Bona Fortuna Donation by Felix Pappalardi 23/05/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Sorry Pam, this time I am late in donating. Better late than never! M. Donation by Michael Richtsteig 22/05/09  

£20.00

A little late but well done with the run! Love to you all, keep strong xxxx Donation by Auntie Anne 22/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by Kate B 19/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best of luck. Donation by Dinesh 19/05/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

All the best for you today. Donation by EthansUnkyPaul 17/05/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Good luck to you all, always in our thoughts x Donation by Carl Smith 17/05/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

a great cause and good luck xx Donation by Christine Carr & Family 16/05/09  

£10.00

Thinking of you Jamie xxx Donation by Auntie Terri 16/05/09  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Good luck x Donation by G Smith 15/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck Donation by James Ashcombe 14/05/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

I'm with you in spirit, good luck. xx Donation by Sue Edgerton 14/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

We are all right behind you Pamela xxxxxxx Donation by Bev Pasa 14/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck to you and Julie x Donation by Laura Morris 13/05/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Best of luck Pam, keep going....it's an excellent cause. Donation by Doug & Gemma 13/05/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Brilliant Cause - best of luck! Love from Dawn, Ant & Ethan xxx Donation by Dawn Perry & Family 13/05/09  

£5.00

Good luck Pam - Now get the kettle on!! Donation by Paul 12/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Hi Pam, I have a 4 months little boy at home so I cant imagine anything worse than what you have been through... Take care Donation by Daniel Martin-Vivaldi (Stockholm) 11/05/09  

£10.00

good luck and take care xxx Donation by auntie bernie 09/05/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

love from pete claire,lola Donation by pete preston 08/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck to you all - I'll be thinking of you xx Donation by Kerri Pluples 07/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best of luck Donation by Iain Cook 06/05/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

great cause, and thinking of you and your family Donation by Joe Cullen 06/05/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Good luck Pam and good luck to the runners as well. Donation by Anna Lamperti 05/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

I wish you and your family all the best for the future Pamela! Donation by Yasmin E Khan 04/05/09  

£10.00

Good luck Pam! Donation by Krsta 04/05/09  

£20.00

May god fulfil all your wishes for the future! Donation by Aysun Moessinger 04/05/09  

£50.00
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