One of the cancer kids that I knew got her wings. She was an amazing 16 year old who had the same cancer that I had (Ewings Sarcoma) and had fought her battle for 6 years. She was amazing and strong and although we hadn't kept in touch very well, I had kept her in my thoughts and prayers. I met Maryah right before we got married when I was in having surgery. The nurses asked if I would go meet her since she was in for her big surgery and hadn't been in treatment for very long. When I was sick, meeting the other kids made me feel better, there is a connection there that noone else can understand but it bonds us and connects us forever. So please keep her family in your prayers.
We also had one of our best little friends have a medical emergency while with us. It was scary and horrible and what was worse was being unable to fix it. But she is doing AMAZING now and all of her tests are perfect! We love her to bits and the event affected us all immensly. Addy is doing a lot better now but did have some post traumatic stress issues and still is stuttering on and off. Our little friends mom has been an amazing mom the past few weeks as well (we love you!). Since its not our story to share, if you know them, head over to their blog to read their story and for a beautiful post by her mom!
And then we also found out this morning that one of our family friends got her wings today as well. So please keep them in your thoughts and prayers as well!
So remember that you need to live each day to its fullest, you never know when something may change your life forever. Love you kids, hug them every time you get the chance, and let those around you know how much they mean to you. We feel truely blessed to have such an amazing family and an amazing group of friends. Thank you to each and every one of you for your love and support!
Even with all of the stress, we still have managed to squeeze in some playdates and fun! And as always are super busy! So on with the fun stuff!
A new hair do for Miss Addy!
Mr TyTy has decided that going up the stairs seems to be a good idea. Except for the fact that he has no intention of learning how to go down the appropriate way and instead just sits into thin air which if we weren't there would lead to him falling. And so the baby gate went up at the bottom of the stairs.
We went to the zoo for a quick trip with Nora, Emme, and Kensington. An hour and a half drive to see a cow and a goat! Yep, most of the animals were too far away to see so we made it to the farm exhibit and then had lunch, played in the water pad and came home! They were super cute though!
Addy loved the goats!
Addy LOVES lemons!
She loves when she can make her hair spin and the barettes clink together!
JT is now pulling himself up to stand at the furniture and is starting to walk along it too! He's so proud!
Smiler Tyler!
Scrunchy Face finally captured on the camera!
What a pretty little face!
Our little friend Sophia had a new baby sister so we went to visit and Sophia and Addy played dress up and played with Barbies! Aren't they adorable!
He's playing in the little house outside and scooting all over the yard!
Miles came over to play and well due to all of the rain it was a little messy. The kids found a big mud puddle in the back yard and were covered (this picture doesnt do them justice, they were COVERED)....
And so a joint tubby with the bubble maker was needed!
Tonight Nora and Sophia came over to play in the sprinkler and well it was really windy and was going to storm so the sprinkler fun didnt last long. Nora and Addy decided to share a box head. Poor Bridget, is this what she goes through every day with them? (Nora and Addy go to the same day care and are quite the trouble makers!)
How cute is this!!!!
Watermelon messes! 
Here is an amusing video of Mr Ji'Robert. The first half demonstrates his mobility skills and the second part, well was hysterical! This went on for quite a while with all the kids shouting again TyTy!We are hoping life slows down for a little while so that we can enjoy our family and enjoy the summer. We have a few fun outings planned though! And hopefully we can get to update the blog a little more frequently (for all of you dedicated readers, HA!). Well I know there's at least two or three loyal readers!
3 comments:
We love you guys :-)
Great pictures, especially of JT!
Shawna
What a fabulous update! Glad you and Addy are doinb better, you know I was quite worried about you both. Miss you! Adorable pics of Ty Ty too - he looks like he really is growing up (who allowed that???)!
great pics of Tyler, so cute to see him standing!
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