Today I am 56! I’m so happy that I made it!! I have been thinking a lot about my life. I have been so blessed in so many ways. I was born 56 years ago today on my Grandmother’s birthday. We always cherished sharing our birthday she was my birthday Buddy ❤️ I was born with a congenital heart defect and my childhood was full of so much activity. I didn’t have any restrictions. I played sports and I spent all day outside riding bikes, swimming and creating memories with my cousins and friends. I never knew I was sick. I was just the girl with the scar on her chest. I was able to experience the beauty and the ugly of pregnancy and having children. They are my world. My heart worked so hard to keep me alive even after it stopped (cardiac arrest) in 2020. I was feeling better for a year or so. I married the best man I’ll ever know. He has been by my side through everything. We have a beautiful blended family. I was given the gift of life on May 21, 2023. My new heart. I have been overwhelmed by all the support and love that I have received by family, friends and the community. I have had multiple fundraising events promoted by multiple people. The Each 💔Beat Matters logo has become increasingly popular. We have decided to trademark it here in Massachusetts what a blessing ❤️
I have been moving forward since the surgery. I’ve had ups and downs during this recovery but I’m not giving up. I will continue to fight to feel better and live this beautiful blessed life with my wonderful family and friends!!
Happy Birthday to Me!!!
Each 💔 Beat Matters
KellyAnn

You are all my favorites !! I love you all so very much ❤️
Happy belated Birthday Kelly!!!! I love reading your blogs. You are such a brave person!! We have great memories. We need to make more.
Happy Birthday Kelly Ann🎊🎈🎂🎉💐I pray you have many many many more Healthy Birthdays to enjoy❤️
Happy birthday, KellyAnn .. I am thankful that I have been on this journey with you since your beginning! Grateful to be your aunt. You are such a caring, beautiful soul. I know that God and grandma and Kris will keep you safe through this difficult journey! It’s not easy, but then again, I don’t think life is supposed to be! Some people’s paths seem so much easier … But who’s to know? So, happy birthday to you, 56 & fabulous! ❤️
Love you Kelly! I feel so very blessed to have shared so many moments in your years! So many wonderful memories! Happy Birthday! Make a wish!