Something hoped for

In the days leading up to our miracle of transplant for Alex things seemed pretty bleak. Yet Alex was still planning his future and thinking about his birthday and turning 8. For those of you who don't know much about the LDS or Mormon faith. We get a choice when we turn 8 that we can now be baptized and become an official member of the church. At 8 we can choose right from wrong. We also receive a special blessing called confirmation, this is when we believe we receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. If you want more info I am happy to share.. But now you understand a little bit why Alex was so excited for this special birthday. He had already decided a long time ago that baptism was something he wanted. We weren't sure how we were going to make it work. 

With his new heart, we can!!! He CAN!!! He got this suit for Christmas.. I honestly thought it would be a suit we buried him in (horrible thought, but one of my realities). I love that he can wear it now! For this awesome milestone. 

On Tuesday was his 8th birthday!! We went to a special lunch at Olive Garden where he had shrimp Alfredo. As you can see he loves this dish!!! 

Grandma Homer's is his very fave but he likes Olive Garden too..

Then we went to Smith's!!! Bruce And Jeff and their team sang to him and brought us treats!!! 

We have and will continue to celebrate throughout the month.. 

May loves helping with yard work. She just needs a little more time to hone her skills. 

She also love love loves the swings at the park.. We spent two hours there and she spent all but 20 mins in the swing.. 

However this is what happens when you take yourself off your oxygen..

It wears a sister out!