THE HARPER FAMILY
From Heartache to Joy: Our Journey with Quadruplets
In the heart of our story lies a journey marked by resilience, hope, and the profound blessing of welcoming not one, but four bundles of joy into our lives. Our tale begins with the longing shared between my husband and me, a desire to expand our family that endured through years of disappointment and heartache.
Married for nearly a decade, our commitment to each other was unwavering. as was our dream of becoming parents, although Gerald already had two adult daughters Yet, despite our fervent efforts, conception remained elusive. The emotional toll of infertility weighed heavily upon us, but we refused to give up. Recognizing the need for assistance, we embarked on a journey that tested our strength, both emotionally and financially.
The journey was not without its setbacks. In April of 2022, our hearts shattered as we experienced a devastating loss. Yet, buoyed by love and resilience, we found the courage to persevere. Three months later, a glimmer of hope emerged as we discovered that we were once again expecting. Little did we know, our joy would multiply exponentially.
On March 11, 2023, our lives were forever changed as we welcomed quadruplets into the world – two boys and two girls, each a precious miracle in their own right. Grant, Gavin, Sydney, and Bailey brought an abundance of love and laughter into our home, their arrival a testament to the power of faith and perseverance.
However, our journey was not without its challenges. Born prematurely at 31 weeks, our tiny miracles faced a precarious start to life. The neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) became our second home, a place where hope and fear intertwined with each passing day. Yet, through the tireless efforts of medical professionals and the unwavering support of family and friends, our quadruplets defied the odds, each one emerging as a beacon of strength and resilience.
Our journey was one marked by tears and triumphs, by moments of uncertainty and overwhelming joy. Through it all, we clung to the belief that God’s timing is perfect, even in the face of adversity. Today, as we reflect upon our journey, we are filled with gratitude for the blessings that have graced our lives – four beautiful souls who remind us daily of the power of love and the miracle of life.
E-Board Elections Results
We are pleased to announce the 2023-2025 Raleigh/Wake Alumni Chapter Executive Board of Directors.
The Raleigh/Wake Alumni Chapter held its Executive Board elections on May 25, 2023. We sincerely thank those who came out in person, and those who joined online to cast your votes for our new incoming Executive Board. Congratulations to our new Executive Team, and we encourage all of our members to continue supporting the new leaders as you have supported the outgoing administration. Board members serve the Chapter on a volunteer basis and are proud Alumni who have a desire to lead the Chapter in raising its awareness and increase participation, while involving the Chapter in a wide range of community service and Scholarship opportunities. Elected members who serve on Executive Board do so to fulfill the mission of providing a forum for Aggies to fellowship, to contribute funds for University growth and development, to promote the University through community activities and to recruit future students for A&T.
The 2023-2025 election results and new Executive Board Officers are as follows:
President – Brian Johnson ‘01
1st Vice President – Tisha Lowe ‘99
2nd Vice President – Andre Winstead ‘93
Recording Secretary – Anita Hudson-Fraley ‘88
Correspondence Secretary – Vickie Callair ‘96
Treasurer – Adrienne Watson ‘01
Financial Secretary – Robin Peele ’92 & ‘94
Parliamentarian – Darius Telfaire ’93 & 12
Please join us in welcoming our new Executive Board as they assume their new role effective July 1, 2023.