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Happy New Year!

2-20-08 Wow, I can't believe it has been over 2 yrs since Ryan's transplant!  He is doing wonderful.  He is still a great eater!  He loves his food and he'll try anything.  He is so active and happy.  He is quite the talker too, he says just as much as Kayla (his 4 yr old sister!!). Kayla also has Cystic Fibrosis
Well, the most exciting thing for Ryan so far this year was our trip to Disney World.  We had such a great time and it was just amazing to watch the kids experience the magic.  The smiles on their faces just melted your heart.  They got to meet all the princesses, and see Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Monsters inc., Woody & Buzz, Peter Pan... oh the list goes on but.... the most important meeting was Ryan meeting his idol.. Lightning McQueen!!  Ok, so I may have needed a little help but I really lost it when he got to meet lightning.  All these memories of what he's been through, the transplant, the tubes, the scars, the meds, the ostomy, the gtube and his fight for life were going through my mind and the tears just flowed!!  But, he was in his glory and so were we. 
If Lightning only knew how lucky HE was to be in the presence of our little miracle...Ka Chow!!!

 
 
Our family has been hit with a huge loss.  My Dad, Ryan's "Grampa" died suddenly on March 26th.  Please keep us in your prayers at this horrible time.  My Dad always said that when something should happen to him he would be my children's guardian angel.  So although my heart is broken and the tears won't stop flowing I know Dad is up in heaven watching over and protecting my sweet Ryan, Kayla & Ashley.
 
I love you Daddy and I miss you so much!

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I miss you so much Dad. "The love never ends, cause you're right here when I think of you" Click here to listen.

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December 24th will mark Ryan's 3rd transplant anniversary!  You are an amazing little boy.  You are our "Christmas Miracle".