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 On December 2, 2003, New
Life 91.9 listeners Laurie and Scott Dudley gave
birth to identical twin sons. Born at 28 weeks, the
oldest twin, Tyler, passed away at seven days old. In
Tyler’s last hours of life, Scott and Laurie held him and read
to him. When they read, Tyler’s vital signs improved, a
tremendous comfort to Scott and Laurie, who could do very
little for their son.
Tyler’s younger brother, Braden, fought for his life for the
next four months. Miraculously, Braden overcame tremendous
odds and left CMC’s Neonatal Unit in Scott and Laurie’s arms
105 days after his birth.
In honor and memory of Tyler, Scott and Laurie Dudley
courageously collect children’s books for children in
Charlotte hospitals. They deliver the books to
hospitalized children on Christmas Eve. Books are
delivered to the tiniest of babies, to children, and to
teenagers. Each book includes Scripture and a
handwritten message of hope and encouragement from its donor.
Parents in desperate situations find joy and comfort in
reading to their child. The new books make a wonderful and
unexpected present for children facing Christmas in the
confines of a hospital room.
This year, New Life 91.9
is partnering with Tyler’s Tree to collect books for these
precious children. Through a simple book, you can bring
hope to parents and children who will spend this Christmas in
the hospital. If you would like to participate, please
purchase a new book written for a child or a teenager.
When purchasing a book, think in terms of your child.
Think of a book your child loved. Think of a book that
would encourage your child or that made your child laugh.
Think of a cherished book that you read countless times to
your child. If possible, allow your child to choose a
book for a very special child. Then, gather your family
and write a personal note to the child who will receive your
book on Christmas Eve.
Tyler’s tree book drop off locations include:
Barnes and
Noble’s Arboretum
3327 Pineville-Matthews Road in Charlotte
704-341-9365
Brilliant Sky Toys in Blankeney
9882-G Rea Road in Charlotte
704-542-5145
Collecting November 28th to December 21st
Chick-Fil-a in Matthews
Independence location only
9882-G Rea Road in Charlotte
704-542-5145
Collecting November28th through December 21st
Fancy Feet Dance
1898 Windsor Square Drive, Suite B in Matthews
704-847-7138
Collecting November 28th to December 20th
Fitness Together
3022 Weddington Road in Matthews
704-847-3859
and
4520 Mint Hill Village Lane in Mint Hill
704-573-1995
Matthews United Methodist Church
801 S. Trade Street in Matthews
704-847-6261
Collecting November 23rd to December 22nd
St. Margaret's Episcopal Church
8515 Rea Road
Waxhaw, NC 28173
(704) 243-3523
You can also mail your books to us at...
New Life 91.9
PO Box
17069
Charlotte, NC 28227
or
Tyler’s Tree
2032 Twilight Lane
Monroe, NC 28110
...or they can be dropped off at the
station.
Join us in Christmas’ truest celebration- the celebration of a
child.
A child was, and continues to be, God’s greatest gift.
If you have additional questions about Tyler’s Tree, please
email Linda Senneker at
linda@newlife919.com |
