We are so happy to report that Luke is doing well! Praise God! Thursday, January 20th was his last day of the 104 fevers and he was finally able to keep liquids down. Friday afternoon my sweet friend from school brought over a bag of gifts and cards that Luke's class made for him. It was amazing to see the smile on his face! He must of asked me to show him his cards over and over for about thirty minutes. It was wonderful to see him so happy. He felt so loved and special. Never under estimate what a kind gesture can do for the weary at heart or sick. There is something about little ones, even us as adults that when we feel special it gives us this inner strength. We are so grateful for the love of family, friends (old and new) and for all those who continue to love on our family whether our trials are big or small it never matters. We feel so blessed and thank each one of you for all your love.


As I reflect back to when Luke first got sick, our hearts were already heavy as it was the week when our sweet Gracie went to be with Jesus. Then as Luke continued to get worse, we were nervous for his health, all the while scars of what happened with Gracie resurfaced. Then Abbey became sick. The combination of it all, broke us down for a little while, but looking back, maybe just maybe we needed to be there once again. God brings us to our weakest moments only to rise us up even higher. He helps us realize the importance of his love, mercy and grace. We know whether it's big or small "He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the week." Isaiah 40:29 and when it is time to rejoice....when all is good in our house....we do!! We have a great time and we do our best to bring the smiles on..

The cards from Luke's friends at school

Thank you MCS for making Luke feel so special

and loved!!

Luke's Friend Kailey. How adorable is she? They share a little

special bond. When I first met Kailey she said, "I really

like Luke." I thought it was the sweetest thing ever! Then

when we got our class pictures Luke pointed out how pretty

Kailey looked. sweet. Thank you Becky for the photo!

Becky Lew Photography

Ryan, James-Anthony, Jack and Luke

Friends and Field trip buddies.

Thanks, Trisha for taking care of the boys Luke had so much fun!

The boys at Discovery Science center

Ended the week with a special treat. Luke and Colin were born weeks apart and were both in the CTICU at CHLA at the same time. Colin's parents were our first heart family that we had met. They two have twins, Colin and Broke. They had been in the hospital for many weeks before we came along and although they had been through so very much themselves, they still provided us with love and comfort. We feel so blessed to know them and will always be grateful for their love.

Adam and Rob (Colin's Dad) took the boys to monster jam and they had the best time ever!

Feels so good to be back smiling again!

Thanks Trisha for capturing our guy having a great time!

Until next time. Thanks for checking in!