On September 15, 2017, at 3:43 AM, we welcomed Max Sanford Immel into our family. He made his appearance a whole three weeks early, weighing in at 7 lbs 12 oz and 19 inches long.
He came home wearing a tribute to his big brother, Isaac. Since elephants have always been Isaac’s “thing” it seemed only right that he’d be looking out for little Max. 
We’ll never stop missing Isaac or wondering what he’d be like today. We’ll never forget our precious moments with him. However, having our living, breathing rainbow baby home safely has most certainly brought joy, happiness and hope back into our lives.
Max, you are perfect. Mommy and daddy can’t wait to see the boy and man you grow up to be and to tell you about your big brother, Isaac, who would have loved you oh so much.
Letters to Isaac 
Congrats! he is so very handsome! I love all of the Issac things you incorporated into his first few days ❤
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Thank you so much! Congrats to you as well. I’ve been quietly following along all this time.
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Oh that’s so sweet! Thank you so much 💚💗💜💙
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Congratulations on your sweet bundle. It is so bittersweet to bring home a baby after losing one. Max will never replace Isaac, but he will bring you great joy and peace. Prayers for you in these days ahead.
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Thanks! So very true. They are very different little boys and Max is certainly his own little boy, but it’s so nice to have a warm bundle to hold at home with us.
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So true. I lost so much sleep in the night that first month just to stay up and hold our Little Man, because I could.
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Congratulations 💗 Hope you are all settling in at home together
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Thank you so much! You’ve been such an inspiration to me the last year and a half. I had my whole family following along during your pregnancy and NICU stay. So happy that your story also has a bundle of joy now.
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Congratulations! I know I’m a little late to the party but for sure I am happy to see the birth of your son, Max announced. I think of you and Isaac and your family often and the impact you had on my life and my career. With your son coming up on his 2nd birthday I only have thoughts of joy for all of you. And I still have those Barbie pink glasses!
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