13???

Where has all of the time gone??? I can't believe I have a teenager living in my home. This young man has brought us so much joy. Ryan is a fun, loving, caring individual. He is smart and has so many hopes and dreams. He knows where he wants to go to college, yet he is just barely starting 8th grade. Ryan is funny. Ryan is a good friend.

We awoke on Ryan's birthday to our sidewalk decorated with chalk. Happy Birthday Ryan was written everywhere. He felt so special.

Ryan had wanted a party with his friends, but since we had been home less than 24 hours from the hospital he still wasn't feeling up to doing anything. He did have a couple of friends come over and spend a few hours with him visiting. The visit was great for Ryan's spirits.

Around lunch time our good friends the Williams family came to wish Ryan a Happy Birthday. We don't have too many true friends, but Ben and Emily are definitely true friends. When Ryan was in the hospital when he was a baby, they shaved their son's head when Ryan began chemotherapy. We still have the picture of Evan with a bald little head in a picture frame that says "You Are My Sunshine". They are so special to us, and we loved having them come to wish Ryan a Happy Birthday.

Here are a few things Ryan received for his birthday

Mustache and Beard

Crown, Sword, and Awesome Glasses
Vampire teeth, Bling, a Kazoo, and who knows what else - 13 things for a 13-year old

The Lomax family also brought Ryan a bag full of goodies. He received some candy, a fun card game, and origami paper. I know there were other things that I have missed, but I didn't write them down.

Ryan had a great day. His appetite wasn't that great, but we were able to keep him medicated and happy.

Happy Birthday Son. You are an amazing young man.