Day 654 - The reason for the season

     Today we celebrate the rebirth, or resurrection, of Jesus Christ.  There are countless lessons to be learned from his sacrifice, but the theme we're going to focus on today is rebirth.  Evan continues to get stronger, physically and mentally.  Cristy and I push him daily whether it's PT work or assignments at school.  Yesterday we noticed he was limping a little bit after a morning of rock climbing, but he later acknowledged to us that his leg was simply tired.

Growing scholastically every day

Jumping was not possible this time last year

     Evan's last chemo visit didn't yield any blood count surprises; however, his lungs were very congested and the anesthesiologist wasn't comfortable putting him to sleep for his spinal tap.  The doctors assured us that there was nothing to worry about and that we would pick up this treatment during his next visit.  They went ahead and proceeded with the rest of his scheduled drugs (steroids, Vincristine, IVIG and Pentamidine).  

     Shortly after the last blog Cristy and I took the boys to an activity known as The Compassion Experience.  In short it's the personal story of a handful of young children and details some of the struggles they face in third world countries.  I'll admit they're probably a little young to grasp the magnitude, but I'd rather start early so that they can begin to develop sympathy for their fellow man.  They both claimed to have enjoyed it and I hope to take advantage of more opportunities, charitable or otherwise, like this in the future.   

     Last weekend some of our old friends who used to live in Georgia came down from Indiana to visit.  It was fun getting out for the evening with them to grab a bite eat, bowl and play some games at our local bowling alley.  That next day we were invited by Camp Sunshine to celebrate Easter a little early at their Decatur location.  I'm excited for this weekend because the family will be heading to Camp Sunshine (at Camp Twin Lakes) for a few days of fun.  

Getting ready for some laser tag

Nolan was selected as the assistant for the magician

One of the kids at Camp Sunshine photobombed us!

     With Evan off for Spring Break this week I decided to take the week off from work so we could maximize our time together.  Leading into my time away from the office we celebrated Easter down at my parents' house today.  My sister toughed out the heat and dressed as the Easter Bunny.  With my dad welcoming us as we arrived, my sister thoroughly confused Evan.  He couldn't figure out who was in the costume.  As usual Nolan wasn't phased and made quick friends with the Easter Bunny.

First time trying virtual reality at The Rasasombaths

Baby Ben enjoying his first Easter

     Wrapping up I just want to say thank you to everyone who has donated to our team for Make-A-Wish.  There's still time to donate as we're still another month away and I would encourage you to help make a difference to a child and their family.  Also, if you want to join us at Stone Mountain for the walk/run we'd love to have you.  Evan will have a placard on display at the event and they usually recognize their wish kids and celebrate in a big way.