Goodbye January.

January sure came and went way too quickly!  Owen wrapped up the month with an eventful weekend.  He participated in his first pinewood derby and although he didn't place, he was so thrilled anyway.  Carson and Owen worked so hard on his little car and he was so proud to get the "Silver Bullet Award", which Owen interpreted as "best design and 4th place."  He always looks at the good.

Sunday was his 10th Birthday and what a celebration it was.. double digits!!  Thank you to the hundreds of people that sent him Birthday wishes.. he read every single one of them.  He even tried to reply to many of you but "my fingers are worn out."   The only thing he wanted for his birthday this year was a guitar.  We spent the day celebrating the miracle that he is and feeling overwhelming gratitude for every moment we are given with him.  His two angel donors and their families are always on our mind and in our prayers.

 

Kam got her first two college acceptance letters and now we wait to hear from the Honors colleges about admissions.  Then the fun begins with scholarships.  She is leaning towards being a Sun Devil and staying close to home.  She is decided on a degree in Biochemistry so she can pursue a Ph.D. in Medical School or become a Physician Assistant.  I am so proud of her.. only 4 more months of High School!!

She started her first job this last week and it probably feels so great to get paychecks.  Owen is her boss and she loves getting paid to help out with his schooling, physical therapy and keeping up around the house.  She is NOT a spender, so I was thrilled that she spoiled herself with a new workout outfit today.

Oh and little Logi... what a gem.  He is full of "I want snuggles" and "play with me" these days.  It's impossible to say no to him and his every desire.  He loves snuggling up in Kam's bed with this giant furry blanket .. "so cozy!"  We go visit my parents at least once a week and I cannot get this boy off the trampoline.. he will jump and jump until he can't stand.

Owen was so thrilled to have the neighbor show him how to tune his guitar.  He sat by the fire pit and made up songs for about an hour.  I just sat across from him smiling ear to ear.  I am so happy and full of gratitude for all we have.  I am sad to see January end, but we have a lot to look forward to in February.  :)