Law Week Colorado describes Barrister’s Best as “the very best things about living and working in the legal world in Colorado.” In the August 24, 2009 issue, Law Week Colorado named Dolls for Daughters as best program by lawyers to help troubled girls (click here to read the article).
This is such great news.
My connection to Dolls for Daughters: I met Jessica when I first moved to Colorado 7 years ago. It was obvious to me from the beginning that Jessica is such an amazing person – this is evident in how she successfully manages her commitment to family and community, her work and her personal goals. Given her strength, it was very difficult for me to comprehend the magnitude of her loss when Kenzi had died, and it was even more difficult to witness my friend’s grief. Dolls for Daughters is an inspiration, and it is a tribute to the strength that lies within all mothers – the strength to live, remember and cherish the things that truly matter. Continue reading Heather Nehls – Board of Directors Secretary
Within our association, I coordinated drop-off locations throughout the state and promoted the doll drive to our members, other attorneys and vendors. It was a huge success. Our conference room was jam packed with dolls.
Together, Jessica and I brought the donations to area nonprofits. I realized what a unique impact Dolls 
for Daughters made. It was at this time when Jessica asked me to help with Kenzi’s Kidz.
Alexander, Jeff, and Emily
My connection to Dolls for Daughters: When Kenzi died, I was not yet a mother so I didn’t understand the bond that begins early in pregnancy – this is something only a mother understands. I couldn’t even begin to understand the possibility of losing “what could have been” because I didn’t have children. I saw the pain Jessica was going through but I did not know how to help. I didn’t know what to say or how to act and even today I don’t. I pray that I never fully understand Jessica’s loss – the pain of losing a child is unimaginable. Continue reading Emily Vera – Board of Directors Vice President & Treasurer