vendredi 17 mars 2017
Couple Wed Early to Share Their Special Day With Their Dying Newborn Son
One couple from North Carolina decided to get married at a hospice so that their 1-month-old son, Conner, who was born with a rare genetic disorder known as Trisomy 18, could be by their side when they said "I do!" Conner's father, Christopher Armstrong, explained his son's condition to CBS affiliate WFMY. "Basically he has an extra eighteenth chromosome. It has more internal effects," Christopher said before revealing that Conner had three holes in his heart.
Babies born with Trisomy 18 have a life-span of less than 1 year, according to the Trisomy 18 Foundation. Doctors told Conner's parents that time was not on their side. "We were told we didn't have much time left with Conner," Christopher shared. "So we wanted him to be [at the wedding]." The couple quickly arranged to have their special day take place sooner rather than later.
Conner's mother, Patrica, told WFMY that she and Christopher had no regrets about having her wedding at the hospice where Conner was being taken care of. "It's been scary," Patricia admitted. "It's been emotional, but it's well worth it," The loving parents were able to take their vows together in front of their family and Conner before his untimely death. Conner passed away three days after the wedding ceremony.
In a Facebook post, Patricia expressed her gratitude for being able to give Conner "a chance to live, love and be loved", writing, "Conner was truly heaven sent and we don't regret allowing him to have a chance at life. He was loved by so many and always will. We love you Conner Alexander Armstrong."
Conner's father also expressed his love for his son in a touching Facebook post, writing, "We cherish every minute we got to spend with you and everyone who was blessed to meet you are so grateful. We love you and you will never be forgotten.. until we meet again"
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